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)

B.Sc. in Nautical Science

 Eligibility: 10+2 PCM (60%) or B.Sc./B.Tech  Age Limit: 17–25 years  Duration: 1 year + sea time

Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS)

 Eligibility: 10+2 PCM (60%)  Age Limit: 17–25 years  Leads to: Marine Engineer (Chief Engineer  route)

B.Tech in Marine Engineering

 Eligibility: B.Tech/BE in Mech/Naval Arch  Age Limit: Up to 28 years  Duration: 1 year (pre-sea training)

Graduate Marine Engineering (GME)

 Eligibility: 10th Pass with 40%  Age Limit: 17.5–25 years  For: Deck or Engine Rating roles

GP Rating Course

 Eligibility: 10th Pass  Age Limit: 17.5–25 years  For: Cook / Steward jobs onboard

Saloon Rating Course

 Eligibility: 10th or 12th Pass  Age Limit: 17.5–25 years  For: Coastal voyage ships

NCV Deck Cadet Course

 Eligibility: Diploma/B.Tech in EEE/ECE  Age Limit: Up to 30 years  Handles: Ship’s electrical systems

ETO (Electro Technical Officer) Course