Need Help?
Navigating Excellence at Sea
Contact Us- At FleetFrontier, we are dedicated to shaping the future of maritime excellence. With a commitment to training, discipline, and global standards, we prepare seafarers to sail with confidence, integrity, and pride.
Call Us 24×7
91+ 9999333238
Write Us
fleetfrontier@gmail.com
Main Office
Maharashtra Pune-412201
Send Us a Message
Frequently Asked Questions
The Merchant Navy is the commercial shipping sector responsible for transporting goods, oil, passengers, and raw materials across the world’s oceans. It’s the backbone of global trade, operating cargo ships, tankers, and container vessels.
After 10th: You can join through the GP Rating Course (6 months).
After 12th (Science with PCM): You can pursue DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science), B.Sc. Nautical Science, or Marine Engineering.
After Graduation: Courses like GME (Graduate Marine Engineering) or ETO (Electro-Technical Officer) are available.
All training must be completed at a DG Shipping–approved institute.
Age: Usually 17 to 25 years (varies by course).
Education: Minimum 10th or 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with scored in minimum 60% in Pcm.
Qualified IMU-CET Exam & Jee Mains.
Medical: Physically fit and 6/6 eyesight without color blindness (verified by DG Shipping–approved doctors).
Deck Side: Deck Cadet → Third Officer → Second Officer → Chief Officer → Captain
Engine Side: Engine Cadet → Fourth Engineer → Third Engineer → Second Engineer → Chief Engineer.
Salaries depend on rank, ship type, and company.
Deck/Engine Cadets: ₹45,000 – ₹75,000/month
Junior Officers: ₹1.5–3 lakh/month
3rd Engineer/2nd Officers: ₹3.5–5 lakh/month
Chief Officers/2nd Engineer: ₹6–8 lakh/month
Chief Engineers/Captains: ₹9–12 lakh/month or more
(These are approximate figures and vary by company and experience.)
Yes! The Merchant Navy is open to women in all departments. Many women now serve as Deck Officers, Engineers, and Electrical Officers on international ships.
With experience and certifications, you can rise to senior ranks (like Captain or Chief Engineer) or move into shore-based roles such as Port Management, Port Pilot, Marine Surveying, and Fleet Operations.