Start Your Merchant Navy Career with GP Rating

Eligibility, fees, salary & career opportunities — All in one guide.

6-Month Course
$300–$2000/month
Entry Level
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What is GP Rating in the Merchant Navy?

GP Rating (General Purpose Rating) is a dual-department training program that prepares candidates for work in both deck and engine sides of a ship. This course offers an excellent entry point into the Merchant Navy with high job demand and strong future growth.

Eligibility Requirements

Academic Qualification

10th pass with 40% in English

ITI Holders

2-year Govt. approved ITI with 50% aggregate

Age Limit

17.5 to 25 years

Medical Fitness

Physically fit with no color blindness

Salary & Career Progression

Trainee Seaman

Entry-level position for fresh GP Rating graduates

$300–$500/month

Ordinary Seaman (OS) / Wiper

After gaining initial experience

$800–$1,000/month

Able Seaman (AB) / Engine Room Assistant

With additional certifications and experience

$1,200–$1,500/month

Bosun / Senior Rating

Leadership role with extensive experience

$1,500–$2,000/month

Skills You Will Learn

Shipboard safety protocols
Basic seamanship
Fire prevention & firefighting
First aid / medical emergency handling
Basic engine room operations
Cargo handling procedures
Navigation assistance
Maintenance and repair duties

Top GP Rating Colleges in India

HIMT College

Chennai

Known for sponsorships and placement support

UV Patel College of Maritime Studies

Mehsana, Gujarat

D.G. approved courses with industry connections

T.S. Chanakya Maritime Institute

Mumbai

Premier merchant navy training institute

Vels Maritime Academy

Chennai

Popular for maritime training and placements

Tolani Maritime Institute

Pune

One of India’s top maritime colleges

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