Merchant Navy Officer

Following are job responsibilities -

Working on cargo ships, tankers, container ships, etc.

make sure of the cargo safety

Navigate ship

Maintaining ship machine and tools.

Look after loading & unloading 

Make sure there is good storage

Yes Merchant Navy jobs are a little risky. 

Working in merchant navy involves various occupational hazards that seafarers must be prepared to face such as Accidents and Injuries, Health Risks (physical strain, isolation, mental health issues and also exposure to hazardous substances)

An ongoing concern in merchant navy is threat of piracy and maritime security. Seafarers working in merchant navy must adapt to unpredictable working conditions. Merchant navy operates under strict international regulations and legal frameworks.

Candidates should know that eligibility can be different according to the courses. This is why they should check it. Failure to fulfill the eligibility can lead to cancellation of candidature.

Candidates can see the general outline of the eligibility below: 

Age: 17 years to 25 years 

eyesight: 6/6

Should not have night blindness, colour blindness

Physically fit

Note: The information is taken from other sources and can be different.

Merchant Navy is a good choice if you like sea and want experience in it. 

This career gives many benefits that make it a desirable option. Salaries are also good and even tax free if you spend a good amount of time at sea.

It also offers good promotion!

Merchant Navy is a good choice if you like sea and seek experience.

This career gives many benefits which make it popular one. Salaries are also good and even tax free income if you spend a good amount of time at sea.

It also offers good promotion.

Some common eligibility criteria for Merchant Navy courses are as follows:

• Candidates must be 16–25 years old

• Students must have at least 40% marks in 10th

• Candidates have to be medically fit with good eyesight (no color blindness)

Yes, students can join Mercant Navy after 10th. There are many courses available for students after 10th. A few popular Merchant Navy courses after 10th are GP Rating, Deck Rating, Engine Rating, NCV, and Saloon Rating.