In 2026, Indian Flag vs foreign flag ships face distinct rules under DGMA Order No. 01 of 2026, issued on January 21 by the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), Mumbai. This order sets full age norms and qualitative parameters for registration and operation of vessels under the Indian flag, while also applying to foreign-flagged ships needing licenses under … Read more
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
Ask any Deck Rating who has spent three years at sea what comes next, and you’ll usually hear some version of the same answer: a long, expensive detour overseas. For as long as most Indian seafarers can remember, moving from rating to officer meant boarding a flight to a foreign training academy, paying tuition in … Read more
Before enrolling in any program, it is essential to understand everything about the Merchant Navy DNS Course. What is Merchant Navy DNS Course? The Merchant Navy DNS Course is one of the most popular pathways for students who want to become Deck Officers on merchant ships. Commonly referred to as the Merchant Navy DNS Course, … Read more
If you are a ship owner, a shipping agent, a CHA, or someone getting into ship-breaking or coastal trade in India, then this one is for you. There is a very common misconception in the shipping industry that if a vessel is exempt from import duty, then no paperwork is needed. That is completely wrong. … Read more
Learn the eligibility, training, and progression pathways for the Electro-Technical Rating CoP under DGMA Circular 25 of 2026 issued by DGMA.
What is DNS Course in Merchant Navy? Eligibility & Career
Check out the updated 2026 CDC eligibility criteria and new DGMA rules. Find approved pathways, age limits, and guidelines starting August 1 What are the reasons behind the CDC Eligibility Criteria 2026? CDC Eligibility Criteria 2026 is one of the most structural and revolutionary changes coming in India’s marine history. Developed by the Director General … Read more
The maritime industry has long been the backbone of global trade, but behind the movement of goods lies a persistent and troubling issue, seafarer abandonment. In 2026, the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), India, took a significant step to address this problem through DGS Order No. 08 of 2026, releasing an extensive list of … Read more
How to Get Jobs in Japan in 2026: A Complete Guide for Indians Japan is opening its doors wider than ever to Indian professionals. With nearly USD 9 billion in investments in 2025 and a major India–Japan Action Plan targeting 500,000 jobs over five years, this is a rare opportunity across industries like IT, manufacturing, … Read more
