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Definitions: Merchant Navy
Posted Date: 05 Apr 2007 Resource Type: Articles/Knowledge Sharing Category: Education
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Posted By: nemo Member Level: Diamond
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MERCHANT NAVY
Career in Merchant Navy
The fascinations of travel to foreign lands attract youth towards careers in the merchant navy. Merchant Navy offers a career distinct from all others. It offers excellent remunerations, promotional avenues and scope for adventure and travel. Merchant Navy is composed of passenger vessels, Cargo liners, tankers career as well as other special types of vehicles. The professional in this field includes Navigating officers, Radio officers and Marine Engineers.
It is recognized all over the world that the ships are as good as the people who man them. Safety and efficiency of the ship are crucial and depends upon the professional ability, competence and dedication to duty, of a seafarer, on board ship. Day-by-day, ships are becoming larger and faster. Today the largest vessel in operation is a tanker of more than half a million tones dead weight and some of the container ships are operated as fast as at a speed of 30 knots or more. The shipping companies expect a seafarer highly professional, for the safe and efficient operation of the ship. Indian officers and ratings meet Indian training facilities are recognized all over the world and the requirement of seafarer, needed by the international shipping. Indian seafarers are considered one of the best in the world and very highly paid in the international market. The Indian seafarer (officer) after working for about 10 years is paid around $ 4,000 by foreign shipping, whereas other field will not fetch him in India more than Rs. 1 lakh. Due to this phenomenal difference in the wages, Merchant Navy is a most sort after profession for the youngsters in India.
Job description
There are three areas of work in the Merchant Navy.
Navigation - Navigating officers are responsible for the navigation of the ship, for efficient loading, and discharge of cargo and the safe operation of the ship. They also have to control large numbers of seamen, as well as ensure the safety of the crew and passengers.
Engineering - Marine Engineers ensure that the ship runs smoothly and efficiently.
Radio officers - They operate and maintain the equipments for receiving and transmitting messages.
The major task performed is in the three major departments of the ship: the Deck Departments, the Engine Department, and the Service department.
The Deck Department
The Captain or Chief mate function as the head of the ship. The first mate is second in command to the captain and the second and third mate assists him further. The other duties performed by the sprang, who is responsible for the control and supervisory work of the deck.
The Engine Department
The Chief officers in the department is the ship engineers who ensures safe and economic running of all engines, boilers, electrical, refrigerating and sanitary equipment deck machinery and steam connections aboard the ship.
The electrical officer is in charge of the maintenance of the electrical equipments. Radio officer - Handles the operation of wireless and the transmitting of signals.
The Service Department
The officers of the departments handle the operation and maintenance of living and catering service for officers and crew on board.
Job Prospects
After the completion of three year B.Sc program in nautical science and requiring the certificate of competency of second mate the candidates are appointed as third/second officers on board merchant ships. Graduations from MERI are taken as Junior Engineers. Various merchant ships owned by the Govt. as well as private companies employ officers. Foreign shipping companies also offer good job prospects to Indian Merchant Navy officers.
The merchant Navy offers very high remuneration to the officers and salaries rise tremendously on promotion. The salary range in from 20000/- to 1 lakh per month. There is enough scope for employment in Indian as well as foreign ships since the Merchant Navy offers excellent remuneration and good career prospects a large number of youth are increasingly being attracted to the profession.
Personal attributes required
Physical and mental stamina, practical intelligence, scientific temper, spirit of adventure, team spirit, love for traveling self-confidence adaptability.
Various Courses
Career in Merchant Navy can be pursued either as an officer or a rating in mainly two specialized fields, i.e. Marine Engineering and Nautical (deck). To become a seafarer, following streams of entries (Pre-Sea courses) are available to Indian citizens in the Government as well as in private training
institutions (recognized and approved by Director General of Shipping, Ministry of Shipping): -
Officers
[Engineering]
(a) 3-year degree course in Nautical Science for (10+2) students.
(b) 4-year degree course in Marine Engineering for (10+2) students.
(c) 2-year course for Diploma Holders.
(d) 1-year course for Graduate Mechanical Engineers.
(e) 3-month course for Deck Cadets for (10+2) students.
Rating
(Entry standard Xth)
(a) 4 month Pre-Sea Course for General Purpose (GP) rating.
(b) 3 month Pre-Sea Course for Deck rating.
(c) 3 month Pre-Sea Course for Engine rating.
(d) 4 month Pre-Sea Course for Saloon rating.
In addition, a candidate can join as utility hand or Petty Officers (Fitters) after completing 4 Basic Courses, i.e. FPFF, EFA, PSSR and PST.
Govt. Training Institutes
There are four Government Training Institutes providing Pre-Sea and Post-Sea training of international standard:
a. Training Ship Chanakya, Navi, Mumbai.
b. Marine Engineering & Research Institute (MERI), Kolkotta.
c. Marine Engineering & Research Institute (MERI), Mumbai.
d. Lal Bahadur Shastri College of advanced Maritime Studies and Research, Mumbai.
T.S. Chanakya, Navi Mumbai
This is a shore-based academy, which carries the reputation and tradition of T.S. Duffer in and T.S. Rajendra. The Institute is of international repute and the alumni of the institute are well known worldwide. The boys pass out from this Institute, are on great demand and generally taken away from the campus interview, by the Indian/foreign shipping companies.
The admission to this Institute for three-year degree course is done through Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) conducted by IIT. The candidate should not be more than 20 years of age, on 1st October and should have cleared screening test of IIT, to apply for this course. After qualifying the screening test of the IIT, the boy who is keen to pursue the career in Merchant Navy, as a Deck Officer, has to fill up an application form, which is available at Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai, and at the selected branches of Syndicate Bank all over India. The advertisement for this is published in leading newspapers of the country in the month of July and December every year, giving procedure for admission.
After completing a 3-year course at T.S. Chanakya, a student is awarded Degree in Nautical Science by Mumbai University and is required to go on board ship for one year sea training.
The cost of the training in T.S. Chanakya is about Rs. 30,000. per year including tuition fees, hostel and messing. Personal expenses are to be borne by the student. There are 80 seats per year, out of which 15% are reserved for SC and 7-½ % for ST candidates. In addition, 10 seats are reserved for foreign nationals. For SC and ST candidates, the relaxation in age, by 5 years is also applicable. The candidates are selected absolutely on the basis of their merit in IIT final exam and depending upon their physical fitness.
T.S. Chanakya also conducts 3 months Pre-Sea Deck Cadets Course. The total intake of the course is 120 per batch and the eligibility criteria – the candidates should be less than 20 years of age on the commencement of the course and should have minimum 60% of marks in P.C.M. at 10+2 level or 55% marks in the B. Sc. and should be below 22 years of age or should have passed BE/B.Tech. From a college recognized by AICTE and is below 24 years of age. The selection of the candidate is done absolutely on the merit and the physical fitness. The advertisement for this course is published 2 months before the commencement of the course in Employment News and other leading newspapers. After completion of the course, the candidate is to obtain requisite sea time of 2 to 3 years before appearing for 2nd Mate competency exam. During their sea attachment, the shipping companies, in addition to free messing and accommodation on the ship, usually, pay these candidates, nominal pocket allowances. For further details, contact Capt. Superintendent, T.S. Chanakya at the following address:
Capt. Superintendent, Training Ship Chanakya, Karave, Navi Mumbai, Tel. 022- 770 3876.
Marine Engineering & Research Institute (MERI), Kolkatta
This Institute was established in 1949 to impart training to marine engineering cadets and is presently situated at Kolkotta. The Institute conducts 4-year degree course in Marine Engineering recognized by AICTE and affiliated to University of Jadhavpur. The admission to this course is also done through Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) of IIT and the eligibility for this course is same as of Training Ship Chanakya and the admission to this Institute is also conducted along with the selection to the T.S. Chanakya on the basis of the merit list provided by JEE, IIT. The admission procedure and the fees for this course is also in line of T.S. Chanakya as mentioned above. For any further query, the Director, MERI, Kolkotta, may be contacted at the following address:
Marine Engineering & Research Institute, P-19, New Taratalla Road, Kolkata – 700 088, Tel. 033- 401 4673
Marine Engineering & Research Institute (MERI), Mumbai
This Institute is situated at Mumbai at Haybundar and provides 1 year Pre-Sea Training to graduate Mechanical Engineers to enable them to go on ships as Junior Engineers. To be eligible for this course, the candidate should have passed engineering degree in mechanical or in Naval Architecture from the AICTE recognized Institute. The selection is done on the basis of merit and the advertisement for this course is published in Employment News and other leading news papers in the month of November every year. The fees for this course are around Rs. 1,40,000/- including messing, uniform and accommodation.
Marine Engineering & Research Institute, Hay Bunder Road, Mumbai – 400 033, Tel. 022- 3723577,
E-mail - meribom@vsnl.com
Admission criteria for Chanakya and MERI
Eligibility/Age Limit Admission is open to both unmarried male and female candidates; age should not be more than 20 years (on 1st September of the entry year): those belonging to the SC/ST have this rule relaxed by about 5 yrs.
Academic Qualifications Candidates need to show proof of completing 10+2 system or equivalent, having passed Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics as elective subjects. Some of the Qualifying Examinations are as follows:
- All India Senior School Certificate Examination of CBSE
- Higher Secondary Examination (from any Central/State Board of Secondary Education)
- Indian School Certificate Examination of Council of Indian School of Examination, New Delhi
- Intermediate Science/Technical or 2-year pre-university examination
- Final Examination of 2-year course of Joint Service Wing of the NDA
- 1st year examination of a 5-year integrated course from an IIT- or IIT recognized institution/university
- 1st year examination of a 3-year degree course of any recognized Indian University
Seat allotment 15% of total seats are given reserved for candidates of Scheduled Castes and
7.5% for those from the Scheduled Tribes PROVIDED all other requirements are satisfactorily met
Physical health Candidates are examined by authorized medical officials for proof of adequate physical fitness
Selection Criteria Selection is based on the Joint Entrance Examination given by the IIT; a merit list is prepared after the written test and interview are completed and the Director General of Shipping has the authority to chose which of the 2 training programmes the candidate is best suited for (students can let their preference be known)
Both the T.S. Chanakya and MERI institutions do help (under no Government obligations) in recruiting their graduates in suitable Indian Shipping Companies.
Merchant Navy - Future Projections
India is said to be have the largest merchant shipping fleets amongst all the developing countries. For this reason, people interested in joining the merchant navy will have no difficulty in finding jobs whether in India or in foreign ships. The only difficulty lies in passing the examinations, as they are known to be a challenge. India's export business too has been experiencing a lot of success over the recent years and promises to continue to do so. Many women too are opting for this career thus improving the ratio in the work-field.
The excitement of seeing new places and learning more about the world, coupled with the high remuneration makes this career very attractive to the young generation today.
Lal Bahadur Shastri College of Advanced Maritime Studies and Research
Lal Bahadur Shastri College of Advanced Maritime Studies and Research is a premier post-sea Maritime Education and Training Institute offering a comprehensive range of courses for Merchant Navy Officers. The Ministry of Transport, Government of India, established the college in 1948.
The college attracts a large number of marine officers who have been at sea, for higher maritime education and training. In terms of student turnover, this is one of the largest marine training institutions in the world. It offers about 33 post-sea courses, which run almost concurrently. The courses meet the standards of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) as well as those of the Government of India. There are over 1200 students on the rolls at any given time. The college is fully equipped to meet the requirements of marine officers afloat and ashore. About 70% of Indian officers afloat are employed on foreign flagships. This is because of the high quality of maritime education imparted to them in this institute and the subsequent high level of professionalism and competency maintained by them.
Private Training Institutes
In addition to Government Training Institutes, there are a number of private training institutes which are conducting pre-sea courses for Nautical as well as Engineering candidates both for 10+2 students and engineering candidates. These institutes follow their own selection procedure, which is published regularly in the newspapers. For further details, these institutes may be contacted.
The institutes provide training to the students and are recognized by the Director General of Shipping, Government of India. But on completion of the training, the students have to appear for the competency examination, which enable them to be employed on board Merchant Ships. It is necessary for all candidates to obtain a Certificate of Competency from Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India; the certificates are recognized and respected by all the countries. The D.G. Shipping through Mercantile Marine Departments conducts the examinations for these certificates. The 1st exam for 2nd Mate (Deck) and MEO IV (Engineering) is to be given by the candidates after successfully completing the Pre-Sea Training in the above institutes and required sea time on ships. After acquiring the Certificate of Competency, the officer is eligible to be appointed as 3rd Officer / 5th Engineer on board Merchant Ship and draw a handsome salary. For subsequent promotion, he has to render further sea service and pass higher examinations and post-sea courses at LBS College (Govt. of India) or in other private training institutes.
In addition to the above entries for officers, the candidate can join Merchant Navy as rating on board ship. The minimum qualification for rating is 10th standard with Maths and Science and the age limit is less than 24 ½ years at the commencement of the course. After completing the course, the trainees are required to go on ship minimum for 6 months to earn their watch-keeping certificate. After obtaining the Watch Keeping Certificate, they can sail on ships as rating for Deck/Engine Room/Saloon/Petty Officers and are paid handsome salary.
Rating Courses
Merchant Navy Ratings
There are three kinds of ratings: deck, engine room and catering. Some operate with general-purpose crews and such ratings spend some time working in the engine room as well as on the deck. Today, crews are smaller and much improved in nature As a result, less supervision can be afforded.
Deck Rating
Work at sea varies very much with type of ship, but is predominantly manual. They look after the maintenance of the ship and operations at the time of loading and unloading. A lot of time is spent preparing and painting the steel work. When a ship carries cargo, tanks or holds have to be cleaned and inspected. Ratings also act as lookouts and helmsmen on the bridge. In port, they assist in the mooring of the ship, in the preparations for cargo operations and taking on board of stores, as well as in fire and security patrols.
Engine Room-Rating
Engine room ratings are mainly concerned to day-to-day cleanliness of the engine room and for routine oiling, greasing and servicing of machinery. As they experience, they help officers to monitor and ensure the safe running of main plant and ancillary equipment. They also help to repair and maintain other machinery on board.
Catering Rating
The duties of junior catering ratings are normally:
To clean accommodation areas and public rooms.
To help the cook in the preparation of food to clean galleys and cooking utensils, and to help in the maintenance of fridges, freezers and hygiene in all food preparation and serving areas.
To serve meals to officers and crew.
To load and store the ship's consumable stores.
Other Professionals on the Ship
Marine Radio officers, electrical officers (engineers), Pursers and Medical officers are hired directly and the shipping companies employing them determine their maximum qualifications and suitability. Pursers are usually B.Com/BA and they need no professional training. They keep accounts on board. The radio officers should have a certificate of proficiency as wireless operator as issued by the Ministry of Communication. A majority of radio and electrical officers are ex Indian Navy Petty officers though graduates are also eligible if they clear the exams conducted by the ministry.
Work Environment
The working condition on a ship depends with the kind of ship. The working conditions also vary between passenger ships, all kinds of cargo ships, tankers and with the region, the ship sails and the waterways it sails on. Engineering officers share the same facilities as deck officers and the general environment in which they have to work is the same. However, the main workplace for engineers is the engine room, which can be hot, noisy and to some extent dirty. Engineers are also involved in the maintenance of deck machinery, whatever the weather. The environment in which they work has improved considerably in recent years with the increase in automation. However, their job is demanding and. they often have to work in far from ideal locations. Working on board a ship is not as glamorous as it may seem.
They have to work in open weather conditions, which may be hot, cold or wet. Keeping watch in open spaces, maintaining ships equipment in difficult weather and rough sea conditions can really be a tough job.
They have to carry out a number of responsibilities while the ship is docked. They remain on board for long periods and hence are away from home. They can earn long vacations between contracts for jobs. Most merchant navy personnel are hired on contracts for one journey at a time so the option to discontinue in favour of stepping into another kind of job always is available.
While traveling throughout the world, may be exciting, long sea voyages may get boring. . Space on the ships is cramped. Living area is shared with others. Mess room may also be a place for recreation. Men of navy are exposed to all kinds of weather, no matter what is their rating.
Personal Characteristics
The jobs calls for natural interest that can help them to adjust with ease and confidence. The ability to work at a stretch in an emergency situation bearing the physical strain, needs a person with mentally and physically tough. A person with a strong mental make-up and tough physical constitution along with a sporting, adaptive and adjustable attitude can find life at sea one of adventure and fun. Life at sea is not a comfortable break from the routine of academics.
Engineering officers must be practical and resourceful. An aptitude for maths and physics is essential. During their training they must acquire a thorough knowledge of diesel engines, steam turbines, boilers, electrical power generation and circuits, electronics and system engineering. . They must enjoy solving problems, and be prepared enough to adapt to advancement in technology and working practices. At times they have to share the work of the deck department. Shipping firms are primarily looking for young people interested in a seafaring career. Personal attributes such as responsibility, adventure, willingness to be away from home for long periods and the ability to get on with others is the necessity.
Merchant Navy - Institutes with Foreign Alliances (Pre-Sea Training)
Institute Info on Institute Courses
Academy of Maritime
Education & Training 3/4/5 Ambedkar Str.,
Gandhinagar,
Saligramam,
Chennai - 600093 The Certificates obtained at the end of the following 2 courses are given by the Dept. of Transport, Govt. of UK. The 1st year is completed at AMET in Chennai and the second in Glasgow College of Nautical Studies, UK.
Eligibility requirements - Age (17 years), 10+2 with English, Maths and Physics (55%)
Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering (2 and a half years) - leads to
Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency given after 6 months sea service
Higher National Diploma in Nautical Science (UK) - leads to Class III Deck Officer Certificate of Competency awarded after 18 months. Sea service. This allows cadets to work on board Merchant Naval Ships worldwide. Training is also given for Radio Officers
International Maritime Institute Ltd. (IMI) Established in 1992, it is situated in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi. Its programme was designed to train personnel for the Indian world shipping. 3 month course for training Cadets; sponsored by foreign shipping firms;
Will soon have coaching courses for Masters, Mates and Engineer's Certificate of Competency (advanced fire-fighting, tanker safety, survival at sea and much more)
National Institute of Port Management East Coast Road,
Uthandi, Chennai
Set up by the Ministry of Surface Transport to increase the process of maritime education in India; supported by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) London, UNCTAD, Geneva and other UN agencies The main objective behind the 3-mth pre-sea training courses for both graduate and under-graduate students are to familiarize them with the ship's structure and major operations. Both courses require that the candidate pass the MMD eyesight test and be medically fit for sea service.
Eligibility for Undergraduates: - Senior Secondary Certificate to be shown with Maths and Physics (60%) and age limit 20 years
Eligibility for Graduates: - B.Sc. with Maths and Physics (60%) and age limit 22 years.
Fluency in English is preferred; candidates are interviewed and then short-listed.
Captains
Job Description
Captain or the Master or the Chief Mate, as he is sometimes called, is in the overall command of the ship. He is responsible for the safe navigation as well as safety of passengers, crew and the cargo. The captain exercises complete control over the officers and crew on board and carries out the ship’s business at ports of call. Being the chief navigator he also determines the course speed of the ship.
Deck officers or mates assist the Captain in performing his duties. They also supervise and coordinate activities for the crew aboard the ship. They inspect the cargo holds during loading to ensure the load is stowed according to specifications. Mates supervise crewmembers engaged in maintenance and the primary up-keep of the vessel. The First Mate or the Chief Officer acts as the master’s first assistant, and is the second in command. He assists in navigation and in maintaining discipline and order. The Second Mate is in-charge of mails, maintenance of all equipment and charts used for navigation. Third Mate is responsible for maintenance of lifeboats and fire fighting equipment. He acts as the signal officer and is in-charge of all the signaling equipment.
Educational Qualification
Graduate in Marine Engineering
8 Institutes offering graduate courses in Marine Engineering
Job Avenues
After completion of the three years, B.Sc. programme in Nautical Science and acquiring the Certificate of Competency of Second Mate, candidates are appointed as Third/Second Officers on Board of Merchant Ships. For subsequent promotions, the Second Officers have to clear Higher Examinations, which are conducted by DGS. Thereafter, a certificate of competency as Master entitles the officer to become the Captain of a ship. Some shipping companies however take on nautical candidates after 10+2 and provide on-the-job training at sea, which prepares them for Second Mate’s examination.
Openings are with various merchant ships owned by the government as well as by private companies. Foreign shipping companies also offer good job opportunities to Indian Merchant Navy Officers.
Deck Department
This is where most of the navigational tasks take place. The Captain or Master is said to be the representative of the ship's owner. He is at the head of the crew and has numerous jobs to fulfill - that of navigator (ensures safe navigation, decides on best possible route for the voyages, takes charge during emergencies and bad weather situations), maintaining control over the junior officers and crew, carrying out various business transactions at ports of call, acting as liaison between the ship owner, customs/port authorities and crew etc. For all these jobs, he has people to assist him, namely
The First Mate - considered being the right-hand man to the Captain; second in-command. He oversee all the cargo planning, main deck work, assists during navigation and ensures that discipline and order are maintained.
The Second Mate - assistant to the First Mate; in-charge of checking all mails and keeping the navigational equipment and charts in good condition.
The Third Mate - also assists the First Mate; responsible for keeping the lifeboats, firefighting and signaling equipment in top condition; acts in the capacity of signal officer and assists with cargo work.
The Pilot - helps during navigation, especially while taking the ship in and out of bound waters (canals and harbours).
The Serang - controls and supervises the work of the deck crew.
The Harbour Master - in-charge of administrating work at the docks and wharves, and secondly, the entrance into and exit from the ports.
Apart from these above-mentioned officers, the deck department also has other staff members, who are better known as 'ratings'. Some of them may shuttle between the other departments as well, but most of them have specific duties. On the deck, ratings keep the area clean, polished, painted etc. They act as look-outs and helmsmen on the bridge, help clean the holds and tanks before cargo is placed in them, assist with the mooring of the ship as it docks at the different ports etc.
Engine Department
The main personnel in this department are the engineers who ensure the safety and proper functioning of all the ship's engines, boilers, fuel and hydraulic systems, electrical generating plant and distribution system, deck machinery, steam connections, refrigerating and sanitary equipment etc. At the head is the Ship Engineer who is the Chief Officer, who supervises other crew members in the Department –
The Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth Engineers and other juniors - These engineers spend a major portion of their time using their hands at practical jobs, but with the modern technology their tasks have become relatively easier and more efficient. Problems can be spotted, analyzed and rectified without much loss of time or resources.
The Electrical Officer - handles the safety and work efficiency of all the electrical equipment.
The Radio Officer - does the important job and transmitting messages through wireless medium.
The Seaconny - ensures that the ship is on course and that the gangway at port is well guarded.
The ratings in the engine department take care of the day-to-day cleaning of the engine room (routine oiling, greasing and general servicing of all the machinery) and assisting the officers as they monitor the work of the main plant and ancillary equipment.
Service Department
The work undertaken here revolves around the living and catering services for all the crew on board. A large team of cooks, stewards, bakers and mess men is headed by a chief steward who allots and supervises the work. The junior catering ratings are given the tasks of cleaning the accommodation areas and public rooms, loading and unloading the consumable stores, serving the meals to officers and crew members and so on.
Apart from this, the department also has divers, who are needed for examining the condition of the heel of the ship, pipes, propellers etc. There are also Light Keepers, who work at the lighthouse to guide and warn incoming or passing ships of their ship's presence.
The Nautical Surveyors are required to prepare accurate charts of specific regions of the seas, with a major focus on topography and sea conditions.
This career requires people with strong inner self and tough physical form. People who are only deeply interested in their work can survive since the job calls for long strenuous, working hours and strict living environments.
Candidates need to be intelligent, intuitive, willing to work as a team, flexible, patient; have a liking for solitude, willing to live apart from loves ones for long stretches of time.
Willing to take on responsibility, have a sporting spirit; love for adventure and challenges; have the urge to strive for higher positions; be able to work as well as study for examinations.
Engineers need to be resourceful and practical; skilled at Maths and Physics; be knowledgeful about the workings of the different machines. Manual dexterity is a must; willing to learn new ways and work with modern technology; able to work in the deck department as well.
Merchant Navy - Training for Radio Officers and Ratings
Ratings - There are 3 training establishments in India, which offer a 3-month course for future cadets in the engine room and deck departments, namely the T.S. Bhadra (Calcutta), the T.S. Mekhala (Vishakhapatnam) and T.S. Navalakshi.
Radio Officers - Anyone wishing to become a marine Radio Officer needs to pass the Certificate of Competency Examination (for second or first class radio officer). This is conducted by the Wireless Advisor to the Government of India,
Wireless Planning and Coordination,
Ministry of Communications,
Sardar Patel Bhawan,
New Delhi - 110 00.
The training for this examination can be obtained at the following institutions. Students who have done their SSLC and are in the age group of 17 years and above are eligible to join these institutions.
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| Author: pankaj 05 Oct 2007 | Member Level: Bronze Points : 4 | hi,
please check out the fees for ts chankya , MERI mumbai and kolkata. What you have mentioned is obsolete...currently for TS Chankya it's 100000 INR per anum and 120000 INR & 151000INR for MERI kolkata and mumbai. Also plz confirm the cource conducted at MERI mumbai.
regards
pankaj
| | Author: Ankit Chauhan 26 Mar 2008 | Member Level: Bronze Points : 3 | I am keen to know more about GME Course..my brother have completed his B-tech Mechanical Plz Suggest
If possible do send me an sms with ur mobile phne so that I can give you a call. wanna know the best colledge and how to apply there for GME for my brother.
Ashish Chauhan
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| | Author: Baldev 10 Nov 2008 | Member Level: Bronze Points : 1 | Hello,
I am Baldev, Commerce graduate. I want to join merchant navy, Could you please sujjest me what to do.
Regards,
Baldev
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