Cadetship Programme

Cadet / Trainee Officer

Your pathway to becoming a deck officer — comprehensive maritime education combining theory with hands-on training ship experience.

Duration

3.5 Months Pre-Sea + 12 Months Training Ship + 2.5 Months Post-Sea

Benefits

Stipend provided during training ship phase.

4 Programmes Available

Choose Your Maritime Path

Deck Cadetship

Cadet / Trainee Officer (Navigation)

3.5 + 12 Months

A navigation-focused cadetship for aspiring deck officers. Combines structured academy training with practical onboard exposure.

Navigation & Watchkeeping

Cadet / Trainee Marine Engineer

3.5 + 12 Months

An engineering-oriented cadetship building technical knowledge, safety competence, and practical shipboard engineering experience.

Engine Room Operations

Trainee Graduate Marine Engineer

3.5 + 6 Months

Graduate-entry pathway for mechanical engineering candidates seeking maritime training and career-focused technical exposure.

Trainee Seaman (Ratings)

3.5 + 12 Months

A practical entry pathway for ratings focused on discipline, safety training, rank preparation, and onboard ship exposure.

Onboard Practical Learning

Training Ship Experience

Real-world maritime experience with stipend support — combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills aboard training vessels.

Practical Exposure

Learn in Real Maritime Conditions

Supervised onboard drills, equipment handling, and emergency response practice.

Real Vessel Exposure

Stipend Support

Industry-Based Training

Multi-Cuisine Mess & Accommodation

Comfortable stay and nutritious meal facilities designed to support cadets throughout their training period.

On-Site Medical & Security Support

Dedicated safety measures, health support, and campus security to ensure a secure learning environment.

Maritime Simulator & Modern Labs

Hands-on practical learning through updated simulators, workshop tools, and technical lab infrastructure.

Library & E-Learning Zone

Access to study materials, digital resources, and guided learning support for academic and professional growth.

Program Structure

Three phases designed to take you from foundational learning to confident seafarer.

Phase 1 — Pre-Sea Training

3.5 Months · Fully Residential

A foundational program preparing candidates for a career at sea, covering both Deck and Engine Room duties. Conducted under Directorate General of Shipping norms — mandatory, fully residential.

Curriculum Includes

Swimming & Physical Fitness Drills
Rope & Knot Climbing
Workshop Training (basic engineering)
Life-Saving Techniques & Survival Skills
Firefighting & Emergency Response
Ship Visits & Onboard Familiarization
Seamanship & Deck Operations Basics
Discipline, Teamwork & Professional Development

Phase 2 — Training Ship

12 Months · Practical Experience

Hands-on maritime training aboard vessels, applying classroom knowledge in real-world operations with mentorship from senior officers.

Curriculum Includes

Practical Navigation & Watchkeeping
Bridge Team Management
Cargo Operations Supervision
Port Operations & Procedures
Ship Maintenance & Repairs
Engineering Awareness & Machinery Familiarization
Emergency Response Drills
Leadership & Communication Skills

Phase 3 — Post-Sea Campus Training

2.5 Months

Returning to campus for advanced theory and refining skills gained during shipboard training. Prepares cadets for higher responsibilities and certification progression.

Curriculum Includes

Advanced Maritime Law & Regulations
Ship Stability & Cargo Calculations
Maritime Communications & Bridge Resource Management
Emergency Response & Safety Leadership
Advanced Navigation & Chart Work
Marine Safety & Environmental Protection
Advanced Engineering Awareness
Weather Routing & Advanced Meteorology

Maritime Career Pathway

Career Flow Chart & Rank Badges

Arrows show career progression from entry level upward. Cross-department lines mark how ratings, engine cadets and electrical officers feed into the engine route.

Rank Identification

Shoulder Epaulettes

Deck Cadet

Third Officer

Second Officer

Chief Officer

Captain / Master

Engine Cadet

Fourth Engineer

Third Engineer

Second Engineer

Chief Engineer

Electrical Cadet Engineer

Electrical Engineer / E.T.O.

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