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Careers At Sea – Merchant Navy Career Opportunities: How To Join Merchant Navy 2021

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Work of seafarers on ships can be categorized into 3 basic departments:
1.Deck Officers                      2.Engineering Officers                    3.Ratings 

1.Deck Officers –The officers from this branch primarily look after the ships navigation, loading/unloading of cargo and the general maintenance and administration of the ship.In addition, they also looks after electronic navigation aids such as radar, depth measuring devices, long range navigation equipment and global positioning system etc. The officer joins in the rank of 3rd officer and is subsequently promoted to the rank of 2nd officer, Chief Officer and finally the Master of the ship.

Merchant Navy Pre-Sea Course to Become A Qualified Deck Officer

1. 6 Months G.P Rating Course*** (For 10th Pass) – More 

2. 6 Months NCV Cadet Course** (For 10th Pass) – More 

3. 1 Year Australian Deck Cadet Course*** (For 12th Pass) – More 

4. 1 Year IMU-DNS Course***(For 12th Pass) – More 

5. 3 Year Bsc. Nautical Sci. Course** (For 12th Pass) – More 

6. Direct Entry Scheme**( For 10th/12th Pass) – More

 2.Engineering Officers –These are the officer who is qualified in Marine Engineering. They join as 4th Engineer and step by step, get promoted to 3rd, 2nd and Chief Engineer, subject to their passing the competency exams and performance onboard the ship. The Engineering department in addition to looking after the main engines, are also responsible for associated equipment like power generation equipment, cargo pumps and air – conditioning etc.

Merchant Navy Pre-Sea Course to Become A Qualified Ship Engineer.

1. 6 Months G.P Rating Course ( For 10th Pass) – More 

2. 6 Months E.T.O Course (For I.T.I / B.E) – Apply-Now

2. 1 GME Course (For B.E / B.Tech Candidate) – More 

3. 4 Year Marine Engineering Course (For 12th Pass) – More 

4. 4 Year B.S Marine Engineering ( For 12th Pass)- More

 3.Ratings – There are three kinds of ratings Deck,Engine room and catering.Deck rating is responsible for cargo handling, mooring/ unmooring and general maintenance of the ship. Similarly the engine room ratings assist the engineering officers in maintenance and operation of engines and associated equipment. The catering crew consists of Steward/Cooks and as the name suggests, they look after the catering and the house keeping of officers cabin

Merchant Navy Entry Course For Ratings

1. 2 Months Cook Course (DES) – More

2. Pre-Sea Training For Stewards – More

3. Pre-Sea Training For Welder, Fitter, Oiler – More

(IMU-CET 2021) – All India Merchant Navy Online Test – By Govt. Of India – IMU, Chennai.

DG Shipping-Mumbai & IMU-Chennai

Directorate General of Shipping

The Director General of Shipping is the statutory Maritime authority, appointed by Govt. of India under the Merchant Shipping act 1958 and is responsible for implementation of the provisions of the act . The Directorate General ensures implementation of various international Conventions, relating to safely requirements for prevention of pollution and other mandatory requirements of International Maritime Organization.

The Directorate General of Shipping, is the apex government body which deals with implementation of shipping policy and legislation so as to ensure the safety of life and ships at sea, prevention of marine pollution, promotion of maritime education and training in co-ordination with the International Maritime Organization, regulation of employment and welfare of seamen, development of coastal shipping, augmentation of shipping tonnage, examination and certification of Merchant Navy Officers, Supervision and Control of the allied offices under its administrative jurisdiction. More Details – www.dgshipping.gov.in

Indian Maritime University (IMU, Chennai.)

The Indian Maritime University (IMU) is a Central University, that was established by an Act of the Indian Parliament namely the Indian Maritime University Act 2008, on 14 November 2008. It is the only university in the country imparting education in the maritime field. It has an All-India jurisdiction and the headquarters is at Chennai. It has campuses at Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Cochin and Kandla Port. More Details www.imu.edu.in   Vice Chancellor of the University is Shri. Ashok Vardhan Shetty, IAS.
IMU-CET 2021 Online Test – Application Form , Eligibility , Books & Syllabus. Application Form Download / Apply Online. Last Date. All India Merchant Navy Entrance Exam 2021 (IMU-CET).

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The birth of Indian Maritime University is a long cherished dream of the maritime community of India. The Indian Maritime University, came into being through an Act of Parliament (Act 22) on 14th November 2008 as a Central University and is poised to play a key role in the development of trained human resource for the maritime sector. 14th November is celebrated as ‘IMU Day’ every year.

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IMU CET 2021 Online Test – Get all details on IMU CET 2021 such as IMU Online application form, exam dates, eligibility, exam pattern, Preparatory books and Study Materials.

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DNS Leading B.Sc Nautical Science admission application & eligibility 2021:
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1 Year Diploma in Nautical Science leading to B.Sc Nautical Science.

IMU & DGS APPROVED COURSE

This refers to the First 2 semesters (1year) of in house training at approved training institute/academy. On successful completion of this pre sea training, Diploma in Nautical Science is awarded by Indian Maritime University and CDC document, (essential for a person to sail to other countries) is issued by the Director General of Shipping, Govt. of India. The candidates are eligible for joining the ship as Trainee Navigating Officer. Leading international Shipping Companies visit our Academy and select cadets for on board training in their vessels.

While sailing as a trainee cadet (3 semesters / 18months) the candidates complete their Distance Learning Programme (DLP) with the study material given by IMU. On completion of 18 months on board training the candidates under go 4 months course (2nd Mate) at a DG shipping approved academy to become eligible for a certificate of Competency issued by DGS and B.Sc in NauticalScience degree from IMU.

The Cadet can become a Captain of the Ship. Career path below shows the progress of a candidate.

1 year course consists of 2 semesters. After passing out the exams, the cadets will be awarded a DIPLOMA NAUTICAL SCIENCE. The cadets will thereafter be joining on board vessel as a Trainee cadet. They will have to obtain 18 months sea service (Two years time will be taken approximately to complete the 18 months sea experience).
With this 18 months sea experience, they will undergo 4 months Second mate’s foundation course & then they are eligible to appear for 2nd mate exams. After passing the second mate exams, they will be promoted to the rank of a 3rd officer.This Diploma Nautical Science course also leads to get B.Sc degree in Nautical Science. During the first 18 months sea service, the students undergo a Distance learning Programme(DLP). With further sea service & exams they will be promoted to Chief Officer and then eventually become Captain of the ship.

Entry into the one year Diploma in Nautical Science is only through written entrance examination and counseling session conducted by Indian Maritime University (IMU), Chennai . No candidate can be admitted to the course without passing the entrance examination of IMU.

Candidates who do not have sponsorship from any DGS approved ship
owning/manning company/agents will have to attend the counseling session of IMU after passing their written entrance examination. However, candidates who have sponsorship need not have to attend the counseling session of IMU. They can join the training institute of their choice after clearing only the written test .

Eligibility:
Candidate should have Passed in HSC (10+2) or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry , Mathematics and English as separate subjects with a PCM average of not less then 60% or

  • Candidate possessing B.Sc. Degree in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry or Electronics with Physics as individual subject in one of the year, with an average of not less than 55% of marks in the final year or
  • Candidate possessing B.E./B. Tech. Degree from I.I.T or from a college recognized by AICTE

Sponsorship:
Sponsored Candidate are those who have been selected/Sponsored by any approved shipping company for On-board Training/Cadetship after qualifying Test/Interview/Medicals. As per the new circular, Sponsorship is mandatory for admission in 1 year DNS Course from any registered shipping company /Manning Agents.

Age Limit:
Maximum 25 years of age as on 1st of January or 1st of August.

Physical Standards:
Medically fit as per the standards set by M. S. Medical Examination Rules, 2000.

Eyesight:
Candidates have to Qualify a full eyesight test conducted by the Mercantile Marine Department before being finally selected for the course. They should have 6/6 in each eye without visual aids and should be free from colour blindness.

Course Structure:
1 year course consists of 2 semesters. After passing out the exams, the cadets will be awarded a DIPLOMA NAUTICAL SCIENCE. The cadets will thereafter be joining on board vessel as a Trainee cadet. They will have to obtain 18 months sea service (Two years time will be taken approximately to complete the 18 months sea experience).
With this 18 months sea experience, they will undergo 4 months Second mate’s foundation course & then they are eligible to appear for 2nd mate exams. After passing the second mate exams, they will be promoted to the rank of a 3rd officer .

This Diploma Nautical Science course also leads to get B.Sc degree in Nautical Science. During the first 18 months sea service, the students undergo a Distance learning Programme(DLP). With further sea service & exams they will be promoted to Chief Officer and then eventually become Captain of the ship.

Entry into the one year Diploma in Nautical Science is only through written entrance examination and counseling session conducted by Indian Maritime University (IMU), Chennai . No candidate can be admitted to the course without passing the entrance examination of IMU.

Candidates who do not have sponsorship from any DGS approved ship
owning/manning company/agents will have to attend the counseling session of IMU after passing their written entrance examination. However, candidates who have sponsorship need not have to attend the counseling session of IMU. They can join the training institute of their choice after clearing only the written test

2. B.TECH IN Marine Engineering 2021 Admission Application Eligibility 2021:

B.Tech Marine Engineering Application Admission Form 2021.

BE Marine Engineering – 4 years course 

Approved by The Directorate General of Shipping,Government of India. Leading to Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency awarded by the D.G. Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India after six months of Sea Service. This enables the cadets to become Marine Engineers on board Merchant Navy Ships worldwide.
Course Duration: 4 years or 8 semesters residential course.

Eligibility Criteria:
Qualification: A pass in Plus-two (12th Standard) or its equivalent, with minimum 60% aggregate in Maths, Physics and Chemistry group and at least 50% marks in English.
Age:  Below 25 years at the time of commencement of the course.
Gender: Boys and Girls are eligible to apply
Medical Standard: Candidates should be physically fit for sea service under standard
norms, with eyesight up to 6/12 in both eyes or 6/9 in better eye, 6/18 in other eye and with no colour blindness.
Mode of Selection: Please contact us for details.
Lateral Entry:   Diploma in Marine or Mechanical Engineering with 60% Marks. Good Communication and Writing skills in English.

Boys and Girls are eligible to apply
Diploma students can join second year of regular B.Tech Marine Engineering course. This course for Diploma students will be a three years residential programme, structured into six academic semesters.

Eligibility for Diploma Students:

Diploma in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Marine with 55% marks in final year or passed first year of engineering degree from Mechanical/Electrical stream with 60% marks from the college recognized by AICTE.

ELIGIBILITY

Admission for Lateral Entry (Directly to join 2nd Year of Marine Engineering Course)
Candidates can join 2nd year of 4-Year Marine Engineering Degree Course who have passed 3 years Diploma Course, in addition to the three years regular Diploma Course in Mechanical/ Electrical /Electrical & Electronics Engineering, in following categories, from the colleges approved by AICTE or State Board of Technical Education with minimum 55% of aggregate marks in the last year of Diploma Course.

Mechanical Engineering Stream : 
Three years Diploma in

  1. Automobile Engineering
  2. Machine Tools and Maintenance /Plant Engineering
  3. Production Technology
  4. Production Engineering
  5. Advanced Diploma in Tool and Die Making

Electrical Engineering Stream : 
Three years Diploma in Electrical Power System
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Stream :  
Three years Diploma in

  1. Digital Electronics
  2. Electronics and Communications Engineering
  3. Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
  4. Industrial electronics
  5. Electronics Engineering
  6. Electronics Production  & Maintenance
  7. Instrumentation

Instrumentation & Control

AGE LIMIT Maximum 25 Yrs
VISION No Color Blindness, (+) or (-) 2.5 vision is allowed. Eye Glasses permitted

* Lateral Entry subject to availability

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