GP Rating Course

GP Rating (General Purpose Rating) is a 6 months maritime course that prepares students for life at sea. Recognized by DG Shipping, Govt. of India, it trains you for both deck and engine crew roles aboard merchant vessels — with high earning potential and global job opportunities.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Education:
  10th or 12th pass (with minimum 40% in English, Science & Maths)

• Age:
  17.5 to 25 years (may vary by category)

• Medical:
  Medically fit, 6/6 vision, no color blindness (DGS-approved doctor)

📚 Course Duration:

6 Month full-time (includes safety, deck, and engine room training)

🧭 What You’ll Learn

• ⚓ Deck Operations: Navigation, cargo, maintenance

• 🔧 Engine Room Work: Machinery & system operations

• 🛟 Safety Training: Firefighting, first aid, survival skills

💼 Career Path After GP Rating

Deck Side:
GP Rating → Able Seaman (AB) → Bosun → Officer → Captain

Engine Side:
GP Rating → Oiler → Motorman → Engineer → Chief Engineer

👉 Promotion possible after 36 months of sea time + exams

💸 Salary Range

• Trainee: ₹25,000 – ₹40,000/month

• Experienced: ₹50,000 – ₹1,00,000+/month

• On international ships: Paid in USD (Tax-Free)

🌍 Why Choose GP Rating?

• ✅ No Degree Required – Quick entry after 10th or 12th

• ✅ High Salary – With potential tax-free income

• ✅ Global Travel – Work while exploring the world

• ✅ Career Growth – Become an Officer with time & training

• ✅ Adventure – Life at sea is unique and rewarding