Ships that carry goods, people or render services of a non military nature constitute the merchant navy. Merchant Navy touches every body’s life in one way or other. Material for building a house may have been brought by a bulk carrier, the fuel used in your vehicle was brought by a tanker and fruits in the market from different countries were brought in a refrigerated container.

There are various types of ships but the main job of a ship is to transport goods or people from one place to another. Ships are responsible for transporting 96% of goods around the world and is the most important service helping to keep the wheels of the global economy moving smoothly. Shipping is a vital link in world trade and today it is one of the booming sectors of the industry. If you join the merchant navy you could choose to be a navigating officer (also known as a deck officer) or an engineering officer

Merchant Navy is a very lucrative career, some of the many attractions of this profession are listed below:-

• High income
• Independence and responsibility at a young age
• Quick promotions
• No expenses whilst on board (High class accommodation and cuisine)
• Travel around the globe and experience the world
• Adventure – No two days on the ship are the same
• Long Vacations – Time to pursue your hobbies
• Future opportunities to pursue a career ashore

A career in the merchant navy is unlike any other regular, monotonous 9 – 5 job. It offers an adventurous life, as not a single day at sea, is ever the same as the day before. Every day you will face new challenges and explore various opportunities to learn something new.

List of Merchant Navy Courses In India
1. Deck Rating Course
2. Engine Rating Course
3. Saloon rating course
4. NCV Course
5. Electro Technical Officer Course