GP Rating Sponsorship

The GP Rating (General Purpose Rating) course is one of the quickest and most practical entry routes to a career in the Merchant Navy. This course is designed to give you hands-on training in both Deck and Engine operations. This dual-skill approach increases your employment options and opens doors to global maritime careers.

With our pre-approved sponsorship, your placement is secured in advance, helping you begin your maritime career with a reputed shipping company.

Course Overview

  • Course Type: GP Rating Sponsorship Program
  • Course Duration: 6 Months Pre-Sea Training
  • Eligibility: 10th Pass (Minimum 40% Marks)
  • Approval: DG Shipping, Govt. of India
  • Career Path: Deck Rating / Engine Rating → Promotion Opportunities
  • Batch Intake: January & July
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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

  • Minimum 10th Pass with atleast 40% from a recognized board. Minimum 40% marks in ENGLISH subject in either 10th or 12th examination.

IMU-CET Requirement

  • It is mandatory to appear and qualify in the IMU-CET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test)
  • Without an IMU-CET qualification, DNS sponsorship is not valid

Age Criteria

  • Between 17 to 25 years at the time of the course commencement

Medical Fitness

  • Should be physically fit for sea and should meet the medical standards laid by the Director General of Shipping (DGS).

Eye Sight:

Use of corrective lenses for eyesight is permitted but the maximum permissible limits, at entry, are 6/12 in each eye or 6/9 in better eye and 6/18 in other eye for distant unaided vision. Color blindness is not permitted.

Minimum Height: 157 cm

Minimum Weight: 48 kg

Note: Candidates desirous of joining the course must apply for a passport immediately, if they do not already have a passport, as it is a requirement when applying for C.D.C.

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