The Merchant Navy is a commercial fleet that transports goods, cargo, and passengers globally. It offers well-paying jobs with opportunities to work on ships operated by private companies.
The Indian Navy is a defense force that serves the country for national security purposes. It requires military training and service commitment.
There are two major career paths:
✔ Deck Department – Responsible for ship navigation, safety, and operations. (Captain, Chief Officer, Deck Cadet, etc.)
✔ Engine Department – Manages ship machinery, engines, and maintenance. (Marine Engineer, 4th Engineer, etc.)
Eligibility depends on the course you choose, but in general:
✔ Minimum Age: 17 years
✔ Educational Qualification: 10th or 12th pass (Science/PCM preferred)
✔ Medical Fitness: Must pass DG Shipping-approved medical tests
✔ Good eyesight: No color blindness, eyesight should be 6/6 or within limits
You can enroll in approved courses like:
✔ GP Rating (General Purpose Rating) – 10th pass, 6-months course
✔ DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) – 12th PCM, 1-year course
✔ BSc Nautical Science – 12th PCM, 3-year course
✔ Marine Engineering (BTech) – 12th PCM, 4-year course
Some courses require entrance exams, such as:
✔ IMU-CET (Indian Maritime University – Common Entrance Test)
✔ Company-Sponsored Exams (Anglo Eastern, Great Eastern, etc.)
Many fake agents and institutes promise guaranteed jobs in exchange for high fees. To avoid scams:
✔ Always verify DG Shipping-approved institutes.
✔ Never pay huge upfront amounts without verification.
✔ Avoid fake sponsorship letters from unknown sources.
✔ Consult a trusted advisor before making any payments.
We provide career consultation and application guidance, but we DO NOT guarantee jobs.
We assist with:
✔ Application support for shipping companies
✔ Interview preparation and coaching
✔ Resume building & documentation support
✔ Global job placement guidance
Salaries vary depending on the job role and company:
✔ Deck Cadet / Engine Cadet – ₹25,000 to ₹50,000 per month
✔ 3rd Officer / 4th Engineer – ₹1,50,000+ per month
✔ Chief Officer / 2nd Engineer – ₹4,00,000+ per month
✔ Captain / Chief Engineer – ₹8,00,000+ per month
✔ Passport
✔ 10th/12th Marksheet & Certificates
✔ DG Shipping Medical Fitness Certificate
✔ STCW Course Certificates
✔ Indian CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate)
STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) courses are compulsory for all seafarers.
✔ Basic Safety Training (BST)
✔ Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting
✔ Personal Survival Techniques
✔ Security Training
If you fail the medical fitness test, you cannot join as a seafarer. However, you can still work in:
✔ Maritime management & shore-based jobs
✔ Ship chartering & logistics
✔ Port operations & shipping agencies