GP Rating Course – Join the Merchant Navy After 10th or 12th

Marine Career Academy

What is the GP Rating Course?

The GP Rating Course (General Purpose Rating) is a 6-month pre-sea training program designed for students who wish to build a successful career in the Merchant Navy after completing 10th or 12th standard. It is one of the most practical, affordable, and fastest pathways to start a professional maritime career without pursuing a long-duration degree program.

The course is approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), Government of India, and provides students with the required practical and theoretical maritime training needed to work onboard merchant vessels.

After successfully completing the training, candidates become eligible for placement opportunities onboard merchant ships, where they begin their professional sea career with practical onboard exposure and global employment opportunities.

Why Choose GP Rating?

Among the three major entry routes into the Merchant Navy, the GP Rating Course is considered the most beginner-friendly option for students who want to start earning early and gain practical shipboard experience.

Benefits of GP Rating:

✔ Quick entry into the Merchant Navy
✔ Affordable maritime career pathway
✔ Opportunity to work on international vessels
✔ Attractive salary packages after training
✔ Scope for promotions to officer rank through sea time & examinations
✔ Global career opportunities

GP Rating Course Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfill the following academic requirements:

• Passed 10th Standard from a recognized board
• Minimum 40% aggregate marks in Class 10th
• Minimum 40% marks in English (either in 10th or 12th)
• Candidates from 12th, ITI, Diploma, or any stream are also eligible
• Education must be from recognized boards such as State Board, CBSE, ICSE, NIOS, etc.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 17.5 Years
• Maximum Age: 28 Years

Medical Eligibility

To work onboard ships, candidates must meet DG Shipping medical standards:

Eyesight:

• 6/6 vision in both eyes
• No spectacles or contact lenses allowed

Color Vision:

• No color blindness
• Tested through Ishihara Color Vision Test

General Fitness:

• Physically and mentally fit for sea service
• Medical examination must be completed through a DG Shipping–approved doctor

Nationality

Only Indian Citizens are eligible to pursue the GP Rating Course in India.

Language & Communication

• Basic spoken and written English knowledge required
• Communication skills are evaluated during the admission process and personal interview

GP Rating Course Duration

The GP Rating Course is a 6-Month Full-Time Residential Training Program that combines:

• Academic Learning
• Practical Marine Workshops
• Physical Fitness Training
• Safety & Survival Training
• Personality Development

Students receive both classroom-based learning and practical exposure using marine equipment, engine room familiarization, mock drills, and shipboard simulations.

GP Rating Course Syllabus

Course Modules Include:

• Basic Seamanship
• Marine Engineering Practices
• Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (FPFF)
• Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
• Ship Safety & Security Training
• Elementary First Aid (EFA)
• Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR)
• English Communication Skills
• Personality Development & Interview Preparation
• Practical Marine Workshop Training

Practical + Theoretical Learning

At Marine Career Academy, training focuses on both theory and practical knowledge, ensuring students are fully prepared for real-life shipboard operations.

Students are trained through:

• Practical demonstrations
• Marine workshops
• Safety drills
• Equipment handling
• Ship familiarization visits
• Engine room exposure

Admission Batches:

January 2027 & July 2027

Admissions are open with limited seats.

Apply Now to Reserve Your Seat

Why Choose Marine Career Academy for GP Rating?

Marine Career Academy Advantages

✅ Career Guidance by Maritime Experts
✅ Admission Assistance in DG Shipping Approved Colleges
✅ 100% Placement Assistance Support
✅ STCW Certifications Guidance
✅ Documentation Support (INDOS, CDC, Passport)
✅ Medical Assistance through DG Approved Doctors
✅ Hostel & Accommodation Guidance
✅ Interview & Personality Development Training
✅ Merchant Navy Career Counseling
✅ Sponsorship & Placement Support

At Marine Career Academy, we focus on providing students with the right career guidance, professional mentorship, and complete admission support to help them successfully enter the Merchant Navy industry.

Salary After GP Rating Course

After successful completion of training and joining a ship, candidates begin earning during onboard service.

Fresher Salary (Entry-Level)

Indian Ships:
₹25,000 – ₹40,000 per month

Foreign Going Vessels:
$300 – $600 per month (Tax-Free in many cases)

Salary With Experience (2–5 Years)

Able Seaman / Motorman:
₹60,000 – ₹90,000 per month

Bosun / Engine Fitter:
₹1.2 Lakh – ₹1.8 Lakh per month

Salary After Promotion to Officer Rank

3rd Officer / 4th Engineer:
₹2.5 Lakh – ₹3.5 Lakh per month

Chief Officer / 2nd Engineer:
₹4 Lakh – ₹5.5 Lakh per month

Captain / Chief Engineer:
₹6 Lakh+ per month (Depending on vessel type and company)

Factors Affecting Salary

• Type of vessel
• Shipping company
• Rank and sea time
• Foreign exchange rates
• Ship type (Container, Tanker, Bulk Carrier, Offshore, etc.)

Note: Salary may vary depending on company policy, vessel type, and market conditions.

GP Rating Course Fees

Course fees may vary depending on the institute and admission intake.

At Marine Career Academy, students receive complete admission support and guidance for joining DG Shipping Approved Maritime Institutes.

Fee Inclusions May Include:

• Tuition & Practical Training
• STCW Courses (PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR)
• Uniforms & Study Materials
• Hostel & Mess Facilities
• Safety Equipment
• Medical Assistance
• Documentation Support (INDOS, CDC & Passport)
• Soft Skills Training
• Ship Familiarization / Sea Visit

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CAREER PATH AFTER GP RATING

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