Merchant Navy Career Guide: Courses You Can Apply For
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCM (60%) Age Limit: 17–25 years Leads to: Deck Officer (Captain route)
Eligibility: 10+2 PCM (60%) or B.Sc./B.Tech Age Limit: 17–25 years Duration: 1 year + sea time
Eligibility: 10+2 PCM (60%) Age Limit: 17–25 years Leads to: Marine Engineer (Chief Engineer route)
Eligibility: B.Tech/BE in Mech/Naval Arch Age Limit: Up to 28 years Duration: 1 year (pre-sea training)
Eligibility: 10th Pass with 40% Age Limit: 17.5–25 years For: Deck or Engine Rating roles
Eligibility: 10th Pass Age Limit: 17.5–25 years For: Cook / Steward jobs onboard
Eligibility: 10th or 12th Pass Age Limit: 17.5–25 years For: Coastal voyage ships
Eligibility: Diploma/B.Tech in EEE/ECE Age Limit: Up to 30 years Handles: Ship’s electrical systems