Career at Merchant Navy

The Merchant Navy mainly deals with transporting cargo and occasionally, passengers, by sea. It has different
fleets composed of Passenger Vessels, Cargo Liners, Tankers, Bulk Carriers, Car Carrier, containers as well as the
other special types of vessels. Merchant Navy is the backbone of international trade, carrying cargo across the
globe for Import & Export business.

The Merchant navy career option mainly includes the following category ;
Navigating officers (Deck side officers)
Marine engineering Officers (Engine side officers)
Crew members (To assist the officers)
Specialized officers (Electrical officer, Radio officers)

Shipping companies offer these positions on contracts for a period of 4 to 9 months. After finishing the contract
period, the officers can enjoy leave and whenever they want to join back, the company will absorb them
immediately. Presently the demands for Marine Engineers and Deck officers are high worldwide. The shipping
companies are facing great shortage for the Deck and Engine officers. Hence the trained persons are getting
immediate job opportunities all over the world.

NAVIGATING OFFICERS TEAM
They are responsible for the navigation of the Ship, the loading / discharge of cargo, radio communication and the
control / safety of the crew, and passengers. The chief navigator of the ship is the master, who decides the course
of the voyage and maneuvers the vessel. He exercises complete control over the officers, crew and any passengers
on board the ship. From the trainee cadet level, one will be promoted to captain of the ship with proper sea-
experience and further exams.

1. Captain
2. Chief Officer
3. Second Officer
4. Third Officer
5. Trainee Cadets

ENGINEER OFFICERS TEAM :
The ship's engineers have complete responsibility of the ship's engine room i.e., the main engine,boilers, pumps,
hydraulic fuel systems the ship's electrical generating plant and distribution system. From the trainee engineering
officer level, one will be promoted to Chief Engineer of the ship with proper sea-experience and further exams.

1. Chief Engineer
2. Second Engineer
3. Third Engineer
4. Fourth Engineer
5. Junior Engineering cadets


CREW TEAM :
The GP crew involve with all kind of day to day activities to assist either to Chief officers in Deck side or Second
Engineer in Engine side. One can get Promotion from GP crew position to Captain level or Chief Engineer level with
proper exams and sea experience. The catering crew will perform the food preparation and kitchen activities. The
specialized fitters & welders are very much needed for various types of vessels.

1.GP Crew ( Deck & Engine crew)
2.Catering crew ( Saloon Department)
3.Fitters, Welders Etc.,

The fleet of ships in the Merchant Navy comprises vessels of varying sizes and categories. These include passenger
ships, cargo ships, oil/gas/chemical tankers, oilrig and other specialized vessels. These ships are owned, managed,
and operated by various private and public shipping companies. Trained, technical personnel from various
nationalities across the world man these ships. Merchant Navy, as a career, provides a unique opportunity for
visiting foreign lands and experiencing varied culture and all this, while getting paid for it! Remuneration wise,
Merchant Navy is one of the best-paid professionals in the world. What more could one ask of a career?


Career as a Deck Officer
A career at sea is both arduous and rewarding. It offers a high level of job satisfaction; a wide experience and
challenging work environment. Experienced Mariners are in great demand in various shore assignments because of
their ability to handle all types of job, their resourcefulness, sense of responsibility and ability to work under most
demanding circumstances.

A Deck officer is a very valuable and responsible member of a shipping crew. He has to navigate the ship from one
port to another in all circumstances with caution and safety at all times and maintains the equipment operated by
him in good working order. This gives him watch keeping experience and tremendous confidence. However, it must
be understood that the life of an officer is tough, and not suited for the weak hearted. But there are
compensations as well. A class III Certificated of Competency holder starts as a third officer (approx. Salary US$
3500) with prospects of becoming a Master in about 8-10 years (approx. Salary US$ 10000 - 14000) plus leave and
allowance. Following courses are conducted by Government approved training institutes.

Course Name: One year Pre-Sea Diploma in Nautical Science leading to B.Sc Nautical Science affiliated to Indian
Maritime University
Eligibility :
(a ) Pass in (10+2) or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English as separate
subjects with a PCM average of not less than 60%
(b ) B.Sc. 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.

(c ) B.E./B. Tech. Degree from I.I.T. or from a college recognized by AICTE with an average of not less than 50% of
marks in the final year.
The candidates should have obtained 50% marks in English language at 10
th
or 12
th
Std or in the Degree course
conducted by recognized Board or any University.
Note :Selection of the candidates and their admissions will be through Combined Entrance Test conducted by
Indian Maritime University The details and the forms can be seen on the
Web site : www.imu.tn.nic.in
Two batches are conducted in a year commencing from August and February every year.
Age :25 years on the date of commencement of training.
Training Institutes conducting course:
1. Trident College of Marine Technology, Kolkata .
2. International Institute of Maritime Studies & Research, West Bengal
3. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Govt. Polytechnic, Port Blair
4. Applied Research International, New Delhi.
5. International Maritime Institute Ltd., Greater Noida
6. Shriram institute of Maritime Studies, New Delhi
7. Euro Tech Maritime Academy, Kaloor, Kochi
8. Sailors Maritime Academy, Vizianagaram,
9. International Maritime Academy, Chennai
10. Maritime Foundation, Chennai
11. IMU Chennai Campus [National Maritime Academy]
12. IMU Cochin Centre
13. IMU Kandla Campus
14. IMU Kolkata Campus
15. Southern Academy of Maritime Studies, Chennai
16. Tolani Maritime Academy, Pune
17. B. P. Marine Academy, Navi Mumbai
18. Maritime Training Institute, Powai, Mumbai
19. T S Rahaman, Nhava, Navi Mumbai, Panvel Taluka
20. T S Chanakya, [IMU Mumbai Campus] Navi Mumbai
21. MMTIS Education & Research Trust, Khopoli, Maharashtra.
22. Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies, Lonavala, Maharashtra.
23. Great Eastern Shipping co. Training Instiutte, Lonavala
24. Yak Education Trust, Khopoli, Maharashtra
25. Anglo Eastern Maritime Institute, Karjat
26. Vishwakarma Maritime Institute, Pune
27. HIMT College, Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu
28. Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Institute of Maritime Science and Engineering, Chidambaram
29. RVS College of Maritime Science and Engineering, Karaikal, Pondicherry.
30. Sai Ram Shipping Science Institute, Chennai
31. C.V. Raman College of Engineering, Bhubaneshwar


Course Name: 3-Year B.Sc. Degree in Nautical Science
Eligibility :
Pass in (10+2) or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English as separate subjects
with a PCM average of not less than 60% and with 50% marks in English language at 10
th
or 12
th
std exam.
Age :25 years on the date of commencement of training.
Training Institutes conducting course:
1. Indian Centre for Advancement of Research & Education, Haldia
2. Institute of Technology & Marine Engineering, Kolkata
3. Academy of Maritime Education & Training, Chennai
4. Southern Academy of Maritme Studies, Chennai
5. Vels Academy of Maritime Studies, Chennai
6. Coimbatore Marine College
7. T.S. Chanakya, Navi Mumbai [admission is through IIT-GEE]
8. T.S. Rahaman, Navi Mumbai
9. International Maritime Academy, Chennai
10. B.P. Marine Academy, Panvel
11. Maharashtra Academy of Naval Education and Training, Pune
12. Seacom Maritime College, Kolkata
13. HIMT College, Kanchipuram, TN
14. GKM Institute of Maritime Science and Technolgoy, Chennai


Course Name: 3-Year B.Sc. Degree in Nautical Science
Eligibility :
Pass in (10+2) or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English as separate subjects
with a PCM average of not less than 60% and with 50% marks in English language at 10
th
or 12
th
std exam.
Age :25 years on the date of commencement of training.
Training Institutes conducting course:




Career as a Engineer Officer
A career at sea is very demanding as well as rewarding. It offers a level of job satisfaction, a wide experience
and challenging work environment. Experienced Marine Engineers are in great demand in all industries
because of their ability to handle very large power plants, their resourcefulness, sense of responsibility and
ability to work with their own hand with almost no external assistance.

A Marine Engineer is a very valuable and responsible member of a shipping crew. He has to operate and
control all engineering system onboard his ship, and maintain them in good working condition. This gives him
tremendous experience and confidence. However, it must be understood that the life of a Marine Engineer is
tough, and not suited for the weak hearted. But there is compensation as well. Class IV Certificate of
Competency holder starts as a Fourth Engineer (approx. Salary US$ 3500) with prospectus of becoming a Chief
Engineer in about 8-10 year (approx. Salary US$ 9500 - 13500) plus leave and allowances.


Naval Architecture
Naval Architecture is an engineering discipline dealing with the design, construction or Maintenance of ships, boats
and all types of marine vessels and offshore structures like merchant ships, oil tankers, gas tankers, bulk carriers,
container ships, passenger ships and ferries, cruise ships, frigates, destroyers, aircraft carriers, amphibious ships,
submarines, underwater vehicles, icebreakers, offshore drilling platforms, semi-submersibles, high speed crafts,
hovercrafts, multi-hull ships, fishing boats, tugs, platform supply vessels, pilot vessels, rescue crafts, yachts,
power boats and other recreational crafts, the opportunity is immense.Naval architecture involves basic and
applied research, design, development, design evaluation and calculations during all stages of the life of a marine
vehicle. There is a huge demand for naval architects in the countries where ship building industry is in a large
format like US, Korea, Singapore, UK and Netherlands. Naval architects can not only fit in the ship building
industry but also in Naval dockyards and ship design and research centers. They are in demand both in the private
and government sectors. Ie: Surveyors in DG Shipping, Classification societies Since Naval architect is an engineer
who is responsible for the Naval architects can also join ships for on-board duty after undergoing pre-sea course
for GME (Approved by DG Shipping, Govt. Of India) and become 4th engineer.





G.P. Rating (General Purpose Rating Course)

Introduction : Shipping is continuously growing industry, and trained persons find jobs in Indian and foreign
companies. Attempts are being made to create new openings and facilitate employment of ratings. GP Rating
candidates are those who have been trained in both Deck and Engine Room duties. Such ratings may be employed
in either department according to the needs of the company. Ratings participate in seamanship activities, cargo
handling, maintenance work, operation and maintenance of machinery.

Duties of a General Purpose Rating (GP Rating) :
GP Rating candidates are those who have been trained in both Deck and Engine Room duties. Such ratings may be
employed in either department according to the needs of the company. Ratings participate in seamanship
activities, cargo handling, maintenance work, operation and maintenance of machinery. Starting January 2012
entry batches, all trainees seeking admission in GP Rating Course at Government approved ratings training
institutes will need to pass the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by Board of Examinations for Seafarers
Trust (BES).

Test components :
1. Written Test (English, Maths, and Science).
2. Physical endurance test.
3. Psychometric test (to be introduced in the next phase).

Eligibility :
10th Std 40% aggregate, Science and Mathematics and minimum 40% in English, Or I.T.I. - 2 Year Engineering
Trades from Govt. Approved Institute with minimum 50% aggregate marks in final year and minimum 40% in English
in 10th std.

Age :
17.5 to 25 years on the date of commencement of training.

Medical Fitness :
Physically fit. Vision 6/6 with normal color vision. No speech impairment (disorder) Height and Weight (Height
without shoes, weight in indoor clothing) minimum requirements: Height 157cm (5.2"), Weight 48kg (105 lbs).

Training Institutes for GP Rating :

1. Orissa Maritime Academy, Paradip
2. Trident College of Marine Technology, Kolkata
3. Maritime Education Training & Research Insitute, Kolkata
4. Maritime Academy of India, Kolkata
5. Asha Institute of Marine Technology, Varanasi
6. Sriram Institute of Maritime Studies, New Delhi
7. Acqatech Institute of maritime Studies,New Delhi
8. J. Sons Merchant Navy Institute, Meerut
9. Euro Tech Maritime Academy, Kochi
10. Commander Ali Academy of Merchant Navy, Secudarabad
11. Sri Chakra Maritime College,Auroville
12. Balaji Seaman Training Institute, Chennai
13. Cosmopolitan Technology of Maritime, Chennai
14. Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training, Chennai
15. Indus Seafares Training Academy, Chennai`
16. International Maritime Academy, Chennai
17. Maritime Foundation, Chennai
18. Southern Academy of Maritime Studies, Chennai
19. Tamilnadu Maritime Academy, Chennai
20. Maritime Training Academy, Udawada, Gujarat
21. Sea Scan Maritime Academy, Goa
22. NUSI Maritime Academy, Goa
23. Columbus Maritime Training Institute, Khopoli
24. MMTIs Education & Research Trsut, Khopoli
25. Arya Marine Academy, Mumbai
26. T.S. Rahaman, Navi Mumbai
27. Bonzer Academy of Maritime Studies, Mumbai
28. B.P. Marine Academy, Navi Mumbai
29. Yak Education Trust, Khopoli
30. Baba Marine Institute, Mumbai
31. Marine Medical Clinic, Mumbai
32. Marine Officers Training Academy, Pondicherry
33. Dr.B.R. Ambedkar Govt.Polytechnic, Port Blair
34. School of Seamanship and Nautical Technology, Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu
35. Oceanic Maritime Academy, Dehradun
36. Centre for Maritime Education and Training, Lucknow



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SALOON RATINGS
Duties of a Saloon Rating :
As a Saloon rating youll perform a variety of jobs as well as being cook or cook/steward such as forming part of
emergency response teams involved in firefighting, security and passenger control or rescue duties. Following
courses are conducted by Government approved training institutes.

Course Name: B.Sc.[Maritime Hospitality Studies]
Eligibility :
10th Std 40% aggregate, Science and Mathematics and minimum 40% in English, Or I.T.I. - 2 Year Engineering
Trades from Govt. Approved Institute with minimum 50% aggregate marks in final year and minimum 40% in English
in 10th std.

Age :25 years on the date of commencement of training.
Training Institutes conducting course:
1. T.S. Rahaman, Navi Mumbai
2. Subbbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science, Madurai

Course Name: 6 months Certificate Course in Maritime Catering
Eligibility :
Pass with aggregate 40% marks in 12
th
standard from any stream, from a recognized Board with English as a
subject. The candidate to obtain atleast 40% marks in English either at 10
th
or 12
th
standard. Govt. Approved
Institute with minimum 50% aggregate marks in final year and minimum 40% in English in 10th std.

Age :17.5 to 25 years on the date of commencement of training.
Training Institutes conducting course:
1. Trident College of Marine Tech, Kolkata
2. Maritime Education Training & Research Inst, Kolkata
3. Euro Tech Maritime Academy, Kochin
4. Sea scan Marine Services Pvt. Ltd., Goa
5. NUSI Maritime Academy, Goa
6. Columbus Maritime Training Institute
7. MMTIs Education & Research Trust
8. TS Rahaman, Navi Mumbai, Panvel
9. B.P. Marine Academy, Navi Mumbai
10. Francons Marine Academy, Goa
11. Marine Medical Clinic, Mumbai
12. Cospomolitan Technology of Maritime, Sengadi Tamilnadu


Course Name: 18 days Orientation Course for catering personnel
Eligibility :
Candidates holding Degree/Diploma in Hotel management from recognized and reputed board or the
universities.The candidates should have scored a minimum of 40 % marks in English language at 10th / 12th
standard examination.
Age :18 to 25 years on the date of commencement of training.
Training Institutes conducting course:
2. Euro Tech Maritime Academy, Kochi.
3. T.S. Rahaman, Nhava, Navi Mumbai.
4. Coimbatore Marine College, Coimbatore
5. Cosmopolitan College of Maritime, Sengadu, Tamil Nadu



B.Sc Nautical Science (DNS)
The above program is approved by Director General of Shipping, Government of India. The design of the course is
as per the guidelines laid down by the Directorate.

This training provides a School (10 + 2) / ('A' Level) leaver sure path to become a qualified Deck Officer. The
training at Academy where apart from familiarizing him with various aspects in workshop comprising of carpentry,
plumbing, machine shop, electrical shop and hot - work. Also required to mandatory STCW Course as required for
seafarers.

On successful completion of the semester 1 & 2 Diploma in Nautical Science is awarded by INDIAN MARITIME
UNIVERSITY (IMU) on completion of the pre-sea training he undertakes the sea phase compressing of 18 months
comprising semester 3,4 & 5 of on board ship residential training along with correspondence course with INDIAN
MARITIME UNIVERSITY (IMU).

On successful completion of phase II (semester3, 4 &5) IMU will award the trainee with Advance Diploma in
Nautical Science, Trainee is required to undergo 4 months post-sea training in any training institute (2nd Mate
Function) on Successful completion of the training & 'Passing the exam he will be awarded Certificate of
Competency by Director General of Shipping and B.Sc. Degree in Nautical Science by INDIAN MARITIME
UNIVERSITY (IMU).

Eligibility / Academic Standard :
(a) Pass in (10+2) or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English as separate subjects
with a PCM average of not less than 55% OR b) B.Sc. in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry or Electronics with Physics
as individual subject in one of the year, with an average of not less than 50% of marks in the final year. OR (c)
B.E./B. Tech. Degree from l.l.T. or from a college recognized by AlCTE with an average of not less than 50% of
marks in the final year.
The candidates should have obtained 50% marks in English Language at 10th or 12th Std. or in the Degree
course conducted by recognized Board or any University.

Age :
Maximum 25 years.

Medical Fitness :
Medically fit with eyesight 6/6, without external aids. No color blindness.

Selection Procedure :
PHOENIX MARITIME SERVICES (P) LTD Undertakes an Aptitude and written tests follow by an interview. The final
selection will only takes place after medical check-up through our panel Doctor (Approved by Director General of
Shipping, Govt of India).

Note :
Selection of the candidates and their admissions will be through Combined Entrance Test (CET) conducted by
Indian Maritime University & it is mandatory for candidates to qualify in CET test conducted by IMU to seek
admission in B.Sc. (Nautical science ) programme of IMU.& PHOENIX MARITIME IS NOT RESPONSIBLE IF
CANDIDATES FAIL TO QUALIFY IMU CET TEST.

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B.Sc Nautical Science (3 Year Course)
(Approved by Director General of Shipping, Govt. of India)

This course will lead the candidates to become the Captain of the ship. Captain of the ship is also referred as
Master mariner. On successful completion of this pre-sea training, the candidates are eligible to become nautical
Deck Cadets on board a ship. The leading international shipping companies are regularly conducting campus
interviews at our Academy for the job placement. Our Academy has achieved 100% placement record for our
cadets.

This course consists of six semesters. The B.Sc (Nautical Science) degree will be awarded by the University and
Director General of Shipping, Govt. of India on the successful completion of three years duration, the cadets will
be joining as the Trainee Navigating Officer Cadet on board ship. They will have to obtain 12 months sea
experience. On completion of 12 months sea experience, they will be promoted directly as SECOND OFFICER
without any further examinations. With further sea service & exams, they will be promoted to Chief Officer and
then becoming Captain of the ship.

Eligibility :
10+2 ('A' Levels) with Physics, Chemistry, mathematics with minimum 60% marks in PCM or B.Sc. Graduates with
55% marks in the final year, minimum 50 % marks in English at 10th or 12th level is must. Should be fluent in
written & spoken English.

Age :
Not exceeding 25 years on the date of commencement of training.

Medical Fitness :
Medically fit with eyesight 6/6, without external aids. No color blindness.

Selection Procedure :
PHOENIX MARITIME SERVICES PVT LTD under marks an Aptitude and written tests follows by an interview. The final
selection will only takes place after medical check-up through our panel Doctor (Approved by Director General of
Shipping Govt of India).

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B.Tech (Marine) 4 Year Degree Course
(Approved by Director General of Shipping, Govt. of India).


This 4 years degree course duly approved by Director General of Shipping, Govt. of India and / or approved by
University. The Academy imparts comprehensive training in Marine Engineering and shipboard practice. It
comprises of academics and ship familiarization along with marine Workshop training (as per IMO modules) done at
Academy. After completion of the Course at the Academy the candidate undergoes the four basic STCW courses.
The candidate is exempted from class IV part A COC & obtains it on the basis of Academy passing out /degree
certificated. After this he goes for his Class IV Part B` written & oral examination.

Eligibility :
Pass in (10+2) or equivalent examination with physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English as separate subjects
with a PCM average of not less than 60%(or)The candidate should have obtained with minimum of 50% marks in
English language at 10th or 12th std or in the Degree/Diploma course conducted by recognized Board or any
University, or Candidates can join 2nd year of 4-Year Marine Engineering Degree Course who have passed 3 years
Diploma Course in Mechanical / Marine / Electrical / Electrical and Electronics 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.

Age :
17 to 25 years at the time joining

Medical Fitness :
Candidates should be physically fir for sea service under standard norms, with eyesight 6/12 eyes and 6/9 in better
eye, 6/18 in other eye, and with no color blindness.

Selection Procedure :
PHOENIX MARITIME SERVICES PVT LTD under marks an Aptitude and written tests follows by an interview.
The final selection will only takes place after medical check-up through our panel Doctor (Approved by Director
General of Shipping Govt of India).

Note :
Selection of the candidates and their admissions will be through Combined Entrance Test conducted by IMU &
it is mandatory for candidates to qualify in CET test. Phoenix Maritime Services PVT, Ltd. is Not Responsible,
If candidates fail to qualify IMU CET Test.

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Diploma Mechanical Engineer (DME) - 2 Yrs
DIPLOMA MECHANICAL ENGINEER TO JOIN AS TRAINEE MARINE ENGINEER.
A pre-sea training program for Diploma Mechanical Engineers approved by the Director
General of Shipping Government of India. This Program trains Candidates in the theory and
practice of marine Engineering and completes workshop training as per the IMO module
courses. It provides Ship owners with a ready Marine Engineer.

This 24 Months Pre-Sea courses for Diploma (Mechanical / Electrical) at the Academy imparts comprehensive
training in Marine Engineering and Shipboard Practice. It Comprises of academics and ship familiarization along
with Marine Workshop training (as per IMO modules) done at academy.
After completion of the courses at the Academy the candidate undergoes the four basic STCW course. Diploma
candidates shall appear & passes Class IV Part A COC.
Diploma candidates shall go for 6 months sailing on ship & 3 Months Preparatory course on shore. then join the
shipping company's vessels as Junior Engineers where they undergo further practical training and maintain their
TARB to ensure that the entire syllabus is covered and they get to do all tasks as prescribed & After this Diploma
candidates goes for this Class IV part B, written & oral examination.

Eligibility :
For Diploma Mechanical Engineer : DIP (Mech./Electrical) With 50% aggregate marks from AICTE approved
Universities / Colleges. Minimum 50% marks in English at 10+2 or 10th level is a must. Fluency in written and
spoken English.

Age :
Not exceeding 28 years on the date of commencement of training.

Medical Fitness : Medically fit with eyesight 6/6, with or without external aids. Maximum power permitted 2.5.No
color blindness. All candidates have to pass complete medical examination and mandatory tests prior to joining at
the Academy. Phoenix Maritime Services Pvt. Ltd. have panel of qualified doctors and requirements as per ILO
Convention 147 Seafarer's Medical Examination.

Selection Procedure :
Phoenix Maritime Services Pvt. Ltd. undertake Aptitude, IQ, Reasoning and Psychometry tests followed by an
interview. The final selection will only take place after medical check-up through our panel Doctor.

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Graduate Mechanical Engineer (Approved By NewZealand School)
These 5 months Pre-Sea courses at the Academy imparts comprehensive training in Marine Engineering and
Shipboard Practice. It Comprises of academics and ship familiarization along with Marine Workshop training (as per
IMO modules) done at academy.

After completion of the courses at the Academy the candidate undergoes the four basic STCW course. The
candidates then join the shipping company's vessels as Junior Engineers for sea time of 8 months where they
undergo further practical training and maintain their TARB to ensure that the entire syllabus is covered and they
get to do all tasks as prescribed. After this he goes for his Class III Examination at New Zealand

COURSE CONTENT:The course is conducted over 3 stages, as follows:

STAGE 1: Pre Sea Program (PSP).5-month duration, conducted in India. Upon completion, trainees will be awarded
the GMEC3 Preparatory Course Certificate issued jointly by IMETA.

STAGE 2: Shipboard Attachment Program (SAP) 6-months Sea going training on board merchant ships of more than
750kW propulsion power, as junior or assistant engineers. A Distance Learning Program (DLP) will have to be
completed by all the trainees during this stage.

STAGE 3: Marine Engineer Class 3 Certificate of Competency (Motor) A 6-week preparatory program leading to the
trainees obtaining their Marine Engineer Class 3 (Motor) CoC issued by Maritime New Zealand, provided they satisfy
all the assessment and other criteria. This is an IMO White List certification and accepted globally in the maritime
world.

Eligibility :
B. E. (Mech. / Elect.) or Diploma (Mech. / Elect.) from AICTE approved Universities / College. Should be fluent in
written & spoken English.

Age :
Not exceeding 26 years on the date of commencement of training.

Medical Fitness :
Medically fit with eyesight 6/6, with or without external aids. Maximum power permitted 2.5 No. colour blindness.
All candidates have to pass complete medical examination and mandatory tests prior to joining at the Academy.
Phoenix Maritime services (p.) Ltd have panel of qualified doctors and requirements as per ILO Convention 147
Seafarer's Medical Examination.

Selection Procedure :
PHOENIX MARITIME SERVICES PVT LTD under marks an Aptitude and written tests follows by an interview. The
final selection will only takes place after medical check-up through our panel Doctor (Approved by Director
General of Shipping Govt of India).


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Trainee Electrical Officer (ETO)
(Approved by Director General of Shipping, Govt. of India).
Training Details :
This unique sector-specific program which is the first of its kind in India , focuses on the needs of appropriate
education and training in the areas of Electrical and Electronics. The program of study has been carefully designed
by experts and professionals in shipping practices. Yet another unique feature of this program is that the
curriculum will be largely handled by industry faculty who are experienced professionals in this field. This program
is designed to equip the students with adequate skill and knowledge in Electrical and Electronics in the ships.

Employment Opportunities :
Assured Employment with world renowned shipping companies with a highly remunerative Career.

Duration of Program :
17 Weeks (for certification as Electro-Technical Officer,6 months onnoard training is mandatory)

Eligibility :
1) Passed, 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English with minimum 50% marks in final exams or must
have obtained 50% marks in English subject either in 10th or 12th standard exam, from a recognized board.
2) Passed three years Degree with 60% mark in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and
Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication/ Communication Engineering, or Electronics and
Instrumentation or equivalent.
3) The diploma/degree courses must have been recognized by any State or Central Government or the AICTE.

Age :
Not exceeding 26 years on the date of commencement of training.

Medical Fitness :
Medically fit with eyesight 6/6, with or without external aids. Maximum power permitted 2.5 no color blindness.
All candidates have to pass complete medical examination and mandatory tests prior to joining at the Academy.
Phoenix Maritime Services (p.) Ltd have panel of qualified Doctors and requirements as per ILO Convention 147
Seafarer's Medical Examination.

Selection Procedure :
PHOENIX MARITIME SERVICES PVT LTD undertakes an Aptitude and written tests follows by an interview. The final
selection will only takes place after medical check-up through our panel Doctor (Approved by Director General of
Shipping Govt of India).

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B.E Naval Architecture Degree Course - 4 Yrs
B.E Naval Architecture 4 years Degree Course
(Affiliated with Indian Maritime University)

Naval Architecture :
Naval Architecture is an engineering discipline dealing with the design, construction or Maintenance of ships, boats
and all types of marine vessels and offshore structures like merchant ships, oil tankers, gas tankers, bulk carriers,
container ships, passenger ships and ferries, cruise ships, frigates, destroyers, aircraft carriers, amphibious ships,
submarines, underwater vehicles, icebreakers, offshore drilling platforms, semi-submersibles, high speed crafts,
hovercrafts, multi-hull ships, fishing boats, tugs, platform supply vessels, pilot vessels, rescue crafts, yachts,
power boats and other recreational crafts, the opportunity is immense.Naval architecture involves basic and
applied research, design, development, design evaluation and calculations during all stages of the life of a marine
vehicle. There is a huge demand for naval architects in the countries where ship building industry is in a large
format like US, Korea, Singapore, UK and Netherlands. Naval architects can not only fit in the ship building
industry but also in Naval dockyards and ship design and research centers. They are in demand both in the
privateand government sectors. Ie: Surveyors in DG Shipping, Classification societiesSince Naval architect is an
engineer who is responsible for the Naval architects can also join ships for on-board duty after undergoing pre-sea
course for GME (Approved by DG Shipping, Govt. Of India) and become 4th engineer.

Eligibility :
Pass in (10+2) or equivalent examination with physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English as separate subjects
with a PCM average of not less than 60%(or)The candidate should have obtained with minimum of 50% marks in
English language at 10th or 12th standard or in the Degree/Diploma course conducted by recognized Board or any
University. or Candidates can join 2nd year of 4-Year Naval Architecture Degree Course who have passed 3 years
Diploma Course in Mechanical / Marine / Electrical / Electrical and Electronics 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.

Age :
Maximum 25 years at the time of joining.

Medical Fitness :
Candidates should be physically fir for sea service under standard norms, with eyesight 6/12 eyes and 6/9 in better
eye, 6/18 in other eye, and with no color blindness.

Selection Procedure :
Phoenix Maritime Services Pvt. Ltd. Undertakes aptitude and written test followed by an interview. The final
selection will only takes place after medical check-up through our panel Doctor (Approved by Director General of
Shipping, Govt of India).

See below Career Folw Chart