General Purpose Rating
The basic objective of the course is to provide Pre Sea training that would balance knowledge, practical skills, safety consciousness and efficiency for those who wish to take up seafaring as a profession to serve as ratings on merchant ships.
The Duration of the course is 6 months. On successful completion of this course, the candidates will be eligible to join in Indian/Foreign Shipping companies as a Deck/Engine crew. With further sea service, they would be promoted as Motorman/Oil man, Fitter, Deck serang, Able-Bodied Seamen, Bosun. They can also be promoted to officer level with certain service and qualification requirements on passing the examinations conducted by DGS.
Are you looking for an exciting and excellent career in Merchant Navy? Then, you are in the right place. Choose a profession that will reward you in many ways.
Take up the General Purpose Rating (GP Rating) Programme and set sail on a career that will take you places. Getting your dream job in Merchant Navy is a step away. Quickly take a look at the following criteria’s to know better.
Entry Standards
G P Rating – Details
| Category | Eligibility Criteria | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1. 10th Standard Passed | (a) Pass with aggregate 40% marks in 10th standard with Science and Mathematics as subjects.
(b) Minimum 40% marks in English in 10th standard exams. |
• Candidate must have passed 10th standard from a recognized board.
• Diploma or Degree must be recognized by any State or Central Government or AICTE. • Age Relaxation:
Course Duration: 6 Months Frequency: 2 Batches per year – January and July
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| 2. ITI Holders | (a) Pass in 2-Year ITI course from Govt. approved institute with minimum 50% aggregate marks in final year.
(b) Minimum 40% marks in English in 10th standard exams. |
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| 3. Diploma or Degree Holders | (a) Diploma or Degree holders
(b) Pass with 40% aggregate marks in 10th standard with Science and Mathematics as subjects. (c) Minimum 40% marks in English in 10th standard exams. |
Note: BST (STCW) Exit Exam and Examination fee is included in the fee structure.
General Purpose Rating (GP Rating)
Next Batch Commencing: July 2026
Fee Structure
Rs. 2,20,000/-
(Including Hostel and Mess Charges)
Refund Policy for General Purpose Rating (GP Rating)
Terms of refund:
In case a student, after completing the admission process and paying the Reservation fee/1st Semester/Instalment fee, decides to withdraw from the Course / Institute, a part of the fee will be refunded. The amount refunded depends on the date of withdrawal by the student.
| Date of Withdrawal | Amount to be Refunded |
|---|---|
| On or before the date of Course commencement | An amount of Rs.20,000/- will be deducted from the fee paid, towards administrative charges. |
| On or after the date of Course commencement | Refund of Mess balance only. |
Candidates will be permitted to withdraw based on written request only, duly signed by the candidate and his/her parent or guardian; as the case may be.
In respect of refund policy, the decision of the institute is final and binding on the student.
Refunds will be made only after 30 days of his/her leaving the institute and submitting request in writing.