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    How to Join Merchant Navy after Mechanical Engineering?

    Raima Roy
    Raima Roy Professional Professional Content Writer

    Step 1: Complete your Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) You must have a degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university. A 50-60% grade point average is generally required. There are no backlogs. Step 2: Obtain a CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate) This is a mandatory ID for seamRead more

    Step 1: Complete your Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech)

    You must have a degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.

    A 50-60% grade point average is generally required.

    There are no backlogs.

    Step 2: Obtain a CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate)

    This is a mandatory ID for seamen.

    You will receive it after completing pre-sea training.

    Step 3: Enroll in a Pre-Sea Training Course – GME (Postgraduate Marine Engineering) Course

    Duration: 1 year

    Requirements:

    Age: Generally up to 28 years

    Physical fitness (6/6 vision without color blindness)

    Institutes: Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) of India.

    Some recognized institutes:

    1. Indian Maritime University (IMU)
    2. Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (GEIMS)
    3. Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies
    4. Tolani Maritime Institute

    Step 4: Obtain Sponsorship (optional, but recommended)

    Many shipping companies offer sponsorship after passing the written exam, interview, and medical examinations.

    A sponsored placement means the company can cover your training costs and offer a job after the course.

    Step 5: Complete Onboard Training

    After the GME course, you will work onboard as a trainee marine engineer (also called a junior engineer) for 6 to 9 months.

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