Nautical Science/ Deck Officers

Degree in Nautical Science is a 3 year course to become the Captain (deck officers) of a ship. This course is offered in many colleges which is approved by DG shipping, India. You can find the institutes offering this from the official website of DG Shipping of India. The deck officers are responsible for the navigation of the ship, the loading/discharging of cargo, radio communication and the control/safety of the crew and the passengers.

The candidate applying for Nautical Science should have secured 60% average in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and 50% average in English subject. The candidate should be below 25 years age and should have 6/6 eye vision without colour blindness. On successful completion of this 3 year pre-sea training (B Sc Nautical Science) in the college, the candidates are eligible to become nautical deck cadets on board a ship. They will have to obtain a 12 months sea experience as a trainee cadet officer. On completion of the 12 months sea experience and passing the orals and exams conducted by MMD India, they will be promoted as Second Officer. The Second Officer on board earns a starting monthly salary of 3000 USD. With further sea service and examination, they will be promoted to the post of Chief Officer who earns a monthly salary of 5000 USD. Again after further sea going experience, completing required standard courses and passing the orals and examination, they will be promoted to the post as the Captain of a ship.

To Know More:
Duties of Deck Officers on Board a Ship