General Purpose Rating (GP Rating) – 6 months Course
Approved by the Director General of Shipping, Government of India, we offer a 6-month residential GP Rating course which focuses on training cadets in two main roles of the shipping sector- Deck crew and engine crew. Deck and Engine Rating programmes are offered separately; however, GP Rating combines both of them and instructs candidates in both facets!
GP Rating Course Eligibility-
There are certain things that need to be considered while applying for the general purpose rating course. These criteria decide whether you are eligible for the desired course or not. Following are the GP rating course eligibility-
- Pass in 10th standard or above from recognized board with 40% aggregate and 40% in English subject either in 10th or (10+2)
- Must be medically and physically fit
- 6/6 eye vision and no color blindness
- Age: 18 to 25 years
Placement Opportunities after GP Rating Course in India
After completing a GP Rating course in India, a wide range of placement opportunities are available in the maritime sector, including working on merchant navy vessels, with shipping companies, port operations, offshore industries, and ship management firms. There are also prospects in maritime education, shipbuilding, and international opportunities. The maritime industry offers stable and lucrative career growth for individuals who are willing to work at sea and in related fields.