Joining Merchant Navy with GP Training

Merchant ships require qualified and competent personnel to man various services and systems on Board. After completing G.P. rating course a candidate can join either as a Deck rating or Engine rating.

                                                 

The General Purpose (GP) Rating Course was introduced on request from the Shipping Industry, in order to ensure enhanced & multiple utility of ratings, on board vessels belonging to shipping companies, worldwide. Accordingly, the erstwhile Deck Rating and Engine Rating courses were adapted to the new guidelines and concept of "General Purpose Rating" was introduced by the Directorate. This ensured higher employ-ability of the seafarers in world market. Check GP Rating Course Eligibility, Fees & download GP rating admission form online.

Aims & Objectives of the GP Training 

A basic understanding of the Ship’s routine, its operations, legislation and related duties.

A good foundation in the principles of Safety, Accident, Preventions, Pollution at Sea, Fire Fighting and First Aid.

An idea of the theory and practice of a ship’s compass and hints on steering.

Basic Engineering Knowledge, maintenance and safe working practices.

Knowledge regarding tools, equipments & instruments commonly found on board ships.

Practical knowledge of handling Ropes, Blocks, Shackles & Rigging.

Practical Training in handling a life-raft, life-boat and starting its diesel engine.

Practical workshop training in Carpentry, Plumbing, Machine Shop, Hot Work, Electrical and Diesel Engine Maintenance shop.

Standard Marine Navigation Vocabulary and Use of English Language

Knowledge of Ships and Shipping Industry

Contribute to Monitoring and controlling a Safe Watch

Steer the Ship and Comply with Helm Orders

Keep a proper look out by sight and by Hearing

Operate Emergency Equipment and Apply Emergency Procedure

Survive at Sea in the Event of Ship Abandonment

Minimize risk of Fire, Maintain State of Readiness, Fight and Extinguish Fires

Take Immediate Action Upon Encountering an Accident or Other Medical Emergencies

Comply with Emergency Procedures, Prevent Pollution and Contribute to Effective

Human Relationship on Board Ship

Machinery in Engine Room, Purpose, Location, and Basic Working Knowledge

Carry out Watch Keeping Duties as Engine Room Rating Safe Working Practices and Related Engine Room Operations

Basic Environment Protection Procedures.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

Talking about eligibility criteria, there are three main things that candidates can look at during admission.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

This course is demanding less education by just scoring 50% Marks in Aggregate in English and other Subjects at 10th Standard from any Govt. recognised board.   It also means that 10th passed and 12th failed students may also pursue this course!

AGE LIMIT:

As mentioned above, age of the candidate is also taken into consideration, during admission process. It has to be between 18-25 years of age at the time of onboard training.

10th Standard with 40% marks in aggregate and 50 % marks in English at 10th standard or 50% at 12th Standard from any Govt. Recognised Education Board.

2 Year I. T. I. Course from Govt. approved institute with minimum 50% aggregate marks in final year.

Any Degree / Diploma Course 

PHYSICAL/MEDICAL STANDARDS:

Candidates should clear the physically and medically fitness examinations by DG Approved Medical Examiner (Doctor) as per norms of Directorate General (DG) Shipping, India, Medical Rules 2000. They should be fit for sea faring role. Eyesight requirement is 6/6 in both eyes (unaided vision). Candidate should also not be suffering from colour blindness.

CAREER PATH:

Join As  O.S. ( Ordinary Seamen) On Desk side Or Wiper In Engine Department (Salary 350 USD To 600 USD)

Get Promoted To AB On Deck Department Or Oiler(motorman) In Engine Department (Salary 1000USD To 1600 USD)

Further Get Promoted To Bosun In Deck Department Or Engine Cadet In Engine Department (Salary 1600 USD To 2000 USD)