10th pass or above from recognised board
ITI (Welder/ Fitter/ Mechanical)
Medically Fit (Eye vision + or - 2.5 allowed)
No colour blindness
Age 17.5-25 years
Introduction to shipping industry, Deck & Engine department of the ship, Maintenance & Operation of ship machineries, Welding Techniques, Introduction to Welding & Gas cutting, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Navigation, Life saving appliances, Survival at Sea, Swimming, Personality development, English & Computer etc.
Student after successfully accomplishing the training program will be awarded with the course certificate, by the academy approved by Director General of Shipping, Ministry of Surface and Transport Govt. of India. In inclusion to the above candidate will also receive INDOS and foreign CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate)
Candidate after successfully finishing the pre sea training course has to undergo On-Board training or sail for minimum period of 18 months. The eligible candidate can target to become Master mariner on board after fulfilling required sea time and clearing various exams.