Engineering/naval Architecture With MOT Certification
Source entry (a).
Education
Marine, Mechanical or Electrical Engineer, or Naval Architect.
Experience
Five years after the first certificate of competency in regular sea-going vessels, classification societies, shipbuilding yards, reputed international shipping companies, State Port Department, State Marine Board, Directorate General of Shipping or Mercantile Marine Department. Experience must follow the first certificate of competency.
Other
At least a First or Second Class Motor/Steam Ministry of Transport (MOT) Certificate issued by the Director General of Shipping, Government of India, or an equivalent certificate recognized by the Government of India.
Master Mariner (foreign Going)
Source entry (b); scope of the two-year duration across experience alternatives requires review.
Experience
Two years of sailing experience, or experience in maritime training or marine survey, after obtaining the master's certificate. Two years is explicitly attached to sailing experience; its applicability to maritime training or marine survey experience is not clearly stated.
Other
Master Mariner (Foreign Going), with master's certificate issued by the Director General of Shipping, Government of India, or an equivalent international certificate.
Common Applicant Conditions
Applies alongside one qualifying professional pathway.
Age
Not more than 55 years. No age cutoff date is stated.
Other
Absolute integrity, hardworking nature, willingness to accept challenges/tasks, ability to complete assigned work precisely and on time, and freedom from major health problems/deficiencies. No separate medical examination procedure or specific medical thresholds are stated.
Marine Engineer Operator Class III or Master (NCV)
Source entry (c).
Experience
At least ten years of sailing experience, including at least five years in the capacity of Master or Chief Engineer. The five-year senior-capacity requirement is included within the ten-year total.
Other
Marine Engineer Operator Class III (Near Coastal Voyage Vessel (NCV), Chief Engineer Officer) Certificate, or Master (NCV) Certificate, issued by the Director General of Shipping.
Inland Vessel Master Class I or Inland Engineer
Source entry (d).
Experience
At least fifteen years of service aboard inland vessels, including at least five years in the capacity of Master or Chief Engineer. The five-year senior-capacity requirement is included within the fifteen-year total.
Other
Inland Vessel Master Class I or Inland Engineer Certificate.
Naval Architecture Degree
Source entry (e).
Education
A basic degree in Naval Architecture.
Experience
Seven years of experience in regular sea-going vessels, classification societies, shipbuilding yards, reputed international shipping corporations or a State Port Department.
Shipbuilding Diploma
Source entry (f).
Education
Diploma in Shipbuilding.
Experience
Fifteen years of experience in regular sea-going vessels, classification societies, shipbuilding yards, reputed international shipping corporations or a State Port Department.