STCW In Merchant Navy

Approved by D. G. Shipping Govt. of India

Trains You For—Both Engine And Deck Departments

(Limited Seats Available)

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Course Duration

15 Days

Post / Department

Ordinary Seaman (Deck), Wiper (Engine)

Salary

30,000 - 45,000

Age

17.5 -28 Years

Qualification

  • 10th Standard Pass from Govt. Recognized Board with English, Science, and Mathematics with 40% Aggregate. English 40% in 10th/ 12th.

OR

  • 12th Standard (Any Stream) pass from Govt. Recognized Board with 40% Aggregate & English 40% in 10th/ 12th.

OR

  • Pass a 2-year ITI course approved by DVET. With minimum 40% Aggregate marks in final year of ITI & Minimum 40% marks in English in 10th/ 12

OR

  • A Minimum of 40% Marks in the English language Either in the 10th, 12th, or in the Diploma/Degree Exam; a Minimum of 50% in English if Passed from a Vernacular Medium.

Medical Requirement

  • Medically and Physically Fit
  • Eyesight 6/6 with
  • No Visual Aids
  • No Colour Blindness

  •     STCW  

Course Description

  • STCW is a 15 Days pre-sea training course approved by D.G. Shipping, Govt. of India.
  • The course assists in starting a career in the Merchant Navy as an Ordinary Seaman (Deck) or Wiper (Engine)
  • This course will cover all aspects of the seafaring profession, which also include theoretical and practical study of General Ship Knowledge and Marine Engineering Knowledge (Deck and Engine).
  • This course is conducted Every Month of the Year with batches commencing in January and July each year.

Certificate

  • After the completion of the course, the Seaman will be issued with the CDC, INDoS No.
  • Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
  • Personal Survival Techniques
  • Elementary First Aid
  • Personal Safety & Social

  • Security training for seafarers with designated security duties 

  • STCW

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CAREER FLOW CHART

  • Trainee Ordinary Seaman (Deck) / Trainee Wiper (Engine) 18 months Min. (SAL: 200$-400$)
  • After getting the watchkeeping certificate, Sail as AB / OILER for 12 to 18 months (SAL: 400$-800$/800$- 1200$ Resp.)
  • After a total sea time of 24 months, appear for NCV 2nd mate (Deck)/appear for class 4 NCV (Engine)
  • Upon obtaining 2nd mate, sail as 2nd Officer/obtaining class 4 certificate, sail as 4th engineer (SAL : 3500$ – 5500$)
  • Master Mariner/Chief engineer (SAL: 8500$ -12000$)

Career Flow Chart

FAQ

Your guide to a successful career in the Merchant Navy

STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) is an international convention that sets minimum training, certification, and watchkeeping standards for seafarers to ensure safety and competency at sea.

STCW certification is mandatory for all seafarers as it ensures they have the necessary skills and knowledge for safety, emergency response, and efficient ship operation in compliance with international maritime laws.

The basic STCW courses include:

PST (Personal Survival Techniques) PSSR (Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities)
EFA (Elementary First Aid) FPFF (Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting) STSDSD (Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties)

STCW certificates are generally valid for 5 years, after which seafarers must undergo refresher courses to renew them.

STCW training is available at DG Shipping-approved maritime training institutes in India and internationally recognized maritime academies.

No, STCW certification is mandatory for anyone looking to work on board a ship. Without it, you cannot get employment as a seafarer.