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I have completed my 12th and I am from a commerce stream. Can I join Merchant Navy? What are the courses, eligibility criteria and reservations in it?
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To join Merchant Navy you must have a science background. However I am providing you the eligibility criteria, few courses you can pursue and the seat allotment for merchant navy. Eligibility for Merchanct navy: Merchant Navy can be joined after 10th as seafarer after qualifying pre sea courses After 12th MPC (only) you can join as an officer You may also join through various degree or diploma courses in mainly two specialized fields i. Nautical (Deck) ii. Marine engineering. The age limit is 16 - 25 years Unmarried Female and Male candidates are eligible. You must have a fit and healthy body Courses: 6 months Pre-Sea course for General Purpose Rating 6 months Pre-Sea course for Saloon Rating OR Certificate Course in Maritime Catering (CCMC) One year Pre-Sea Diploma in Nautical Science leading to B.Sc Nautical Science 3-Year B.Sc. Degree in Nautical Science 2-1/2 years course for Marine Engineering under Alternate Training Scheme (ATS) 4-Year Degree course in Marine Engineering 3 year Polyvalent (Dual certification) course leading to B.Sc (Maritime Science) Degree Seat Allotment 15% of total seats are given reserved for candidates of Scheduled Castes 7.5% for those from the Scheduled Tribes |