What Is the ETO to MEO Class IV Bridging Course Syllabus?

ETO to MEO Class IV Bridging Course Syllabus

The ETO to MEO Class IV bridging course syllabus, set out in Annexure I of DGMA Circular No. 50 of 2026, covers 15 subjects across 360 contact hours over three months. It covers 15 subjects, from Marine Engineering Practice to Workshop Skills through Videos, Case Studies and Practical Demonstrations, with assessment through written examinations, tutorials, … Read more

How Can an ETO Become an MEO Class IV Officer?

ETO to MEO Class IV CoC Transition Pathway

A certified ETO can complete the ETO to MEO Class IV CoC transition under DGMA Circular No. 50 of 2026 by finishing 24 months of sea service, a 3-month DGMA-approved bridging course, an engine room simulator course, and 6 to 9 months of onboard engineering watchkeeping before sitting the MEO Class IV exams. That is … Read more

GP Rating Course: Best 6 Months Ultimate Guide

GP Rating Course male and female Merchant Navy seafarers standing on container ship deck

If you passed Class 10th and want to join the Merchant Navy without spending 3 or 4 years on a degree, the GP Rating Course is your fastest 6-month ticket to a life at sea. This guide gives you the straight facts before you apply—covering entry requirements, realistic course fees (₹1.5L to ₹2.5L), starting salaries … Read more