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New answer posted•8 years ago
I am from commerce background looking, which course will lead me to be a Captain in Merchant Navy or any other prestigious job?
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Asked by Glory

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8 years ago
Science is needed pursue such courses, because the job of a Merchant is very technical, and hence requires appropriate education. Hence, commerce is not usually considered for these jobs.
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My eye sight is 6 by 9. Can I go in merchant navy as a deck officer?
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Asked by Mohit
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8 years ago
Hi Mohit!
Distance vision unaided should be 0.5 (6/12) in each eye or 0.67 (6/9) in better eye and 0.33 (6/18) in other eye. Color blindness is not permitted.
Distance vision unaided should be 0.5 (6/12) in each eye or 0.67 (6/9) in better eye and 0.33 (6/18) in other eye. Color blindness is not permitted.
New answer posted•8 years ago
Is it possible for a class 12th commerce without maths student to take exams for merchant navy?
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Asked by Aman
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8 years ago
Maths is compulsory for merchant navy.
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8 years ago
Apply for GP rating course from a reputed institute which has a good placement record. There are various jobs in the merchant navy starting from deck cadets to officer level jobs. You will first need to complete 12th with PCM subjects. Then there are various options for you can apply for deck cadet
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The minimum height required is 150cms. It is relaxed by 5cms. For female candidates.
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I'm eager to do a course for merchant navy as a UG. Can you suggest entrance exams & the best colleges for it? I've got 94% in my X (ICSE).
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Asked by Tanmay

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8 years ago
The best option is to apply for IMUCET. It is the entrance examination for Indian Maritime University that provides technical education in naval science. It would be the best option if you truly want to join merchant navy. From there you will receive many offers and opportunities to become a merchan
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Which is the best course: B.Sc in nautical science or Diploma in nautical science to be a deck cadet officer in Merchant Navy?
65 Views|Posted 8 years ago
Asked by Ishaan

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8 years ago
B.Sc in nautical Science is not a technical course. The best job it would be able to get you is of navigator or related. Diploma in Nautical Science is a technical course and there are many vacancies released each year for Diploma holders. For example, Technical Entry in Navy is for Diploma Holders.
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Hi, it depends about your aptitude. B.Tech is an undergraduate academic degree conferred after completion of a three-year, a four-year, or even a five-year (such as in Nigeria) programme of studies at an accredited university or accredited university-level institution. Merchant navy officers are emp