GME (Graduate in Marine Engineering)

This is a 1 year conversion course that has been designed for graduates of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture looking to become Engineers on ships. The course leads to Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency (CoC), awarded by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, after six months of sea service, enabling the cadets to become Marine Engineers on board Merchant Navy Vessels (Ships) anywhere in the world. It is the gateway for Mechanical & Naval Architecture Graduates to enter Merchant Navy.

The course focuses on technical aspects related to Marine Engineering. The curriculum for this course consists of concepts and processes involved in the manufacture, designing and operation of ship machinery and engines.

After completing GME course, one can start a career in the Merchant Navy as a Marine Engineer. After relevant years of sea-service and clearing some training modules you can rise through the ranks and become a Chief Engineer.

Duration: 1 Year

Approved by: Director General of Shipping, Govt. of India

Placement: Candidate Pursuing the Course – Will Be Provided the Placement for the Onboard Training After the Completion of the Course Successfully.

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    Graduate Marine Engineering

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Graduation in B.E or B.Tech - Mechanical / Naval Architecture / Automation Engineering with minimum marks of 50% in final year
    • Minimum 50% marks in English either 10th or 12th or Degree

    Age Limit: Below 28 Years

    Passport: It is mandatory to have passport at the time of course commencement.

    Medical Standard

    • Candidates should be Physically Fit for Sea Service under DGS norms
    • Eyesight 6/6 with or without external aids, maximum power permitted up to ±2.5
    • No Color Blindness

    Career Opportunities

    • Students should bring the laptop by their own.
    • Students have to apply for CDC by their own at the end of the course.
    • Commencement Date/Month will be changed by management with or without notice.

    Career Progression Chart

    GME process chart

    Note:  ALL THE MARITIME COURSES WILL BE CONDUCTED AT THE RESPECTIVE DG SHIPPING GOVT OF INDIA APPROVED INSTITUTE.

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