Question 1

1. What is the Merchant Navy salary per month in India?

Accepted Answer

Merchant Navy monthly salaries range from ₹25,000 for trainees to ₹10 lakhs for captains, depending on rank and vessel type.

Question 2

2. Can I join the Merchant Navy without an entrance exam?

Accepted Answer

No, you must clear IMU-CET or a sponsorship test by shipping companies to join any approved maritime course.

Question 3

3. Is Merchant Navy a permanent job?

Accepted Answer

Not in most cases. Jobs are contract-based, but they’re renewable and often long-term with good performance.

Question 4

4. What is the cost of a 6-month Merchant Navy course?

Accepted Answer

Short-term GP Rating courses can cost ₹2 to ₹3 lakhs, but they don’t lead to officer-level jobs.

Question 5

5. Which college is best for Merchant Navy after 12th?

Accepted Answer

Top colleges include IMU, Tolani Maritime Institute, Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy, and Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies.