General Purpose Rating (GP Rating)

GP Rating candidates are those who have been trained in both Deck and Engine Room duties. Such ratings may be employed in either department according to the needs of the company. Ratings participate in seamanship activities, cargo handling, maintenance work, operation and maintenance of machinery.
Every candidate desirous of joining the Merchant Navy as a Rating is essentially required to hold a passing out certificate of Pre-Sea Training and Five Basic Modular Courses i.e. PSSR, PST, EFA, FPFF, & OTF Course from an approved Institute of Director General of Shipping, Government of India and a CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate).

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