GP Rating Entrance Exam SCI -MTI, TS Rahaman, NUSI

GP Rating Course – Pathway to Second Mate (NCV)

The General Purpose (GP) Rating Course at the Maritime Training Institute (MTI), Mumbai, is a pre-sea training program approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Government of India. This 6-month residential course prepares candidates for a career at sea, combining academic instruction with practical skills required on board merchant vessels.

Upon successful completion of the pre-sea training, candidates are placed as trainee GP Ratings on ships operated by the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI). After completing 18 months of structured shipboard training, they become eligible to pursue the Second Mate (Near Coastal Vessel) course, ultimately leading to a Certificate of Competency (CoC).

Career Opportunities

While SCI facilitates shipboard training, it offers only a one-time placement opportunity. There is no guarantee of continued employment or future job offers beyond the initial training period, and candidates are advised to plan accordingly.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications:

• 10th Pass: Minimum 40% aggregate and 50% in English (either in 10th or 12th)

• 12th Pass: Minimum 40% aggregate and 50% in English

• ITI (2-year course): Minimum 40% overall and 50% in English

Relaxations:

• SC/ST: 5% relaxation in overall marks

• Scheduled Tribes from Lakshadweep and A&N Islands: Relaxation in English requirement

• Preference: Given to 12th-grade science stream candidates with at least 50% aggregate

Candidates must also be unmarried, meet specific vision and health standards, and comply with MS Medical Rules 2000 / MLC 2006 regulations.

Age Requirements

Applicants must be between 18 to 25 years old, with relaxations as follows:

• SC/ST: 5 years

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years

• Female Candidates: Additional 2 years

Reservation of Seats

Out of a total of 40 seats, the category-wise distribution is:

• Unreserved (UR): 16

• Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 4

• OBC-NCL: 11

• Scheduled Caste (SC): 6

• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 3

Course Fees and Stipend

• Male Candidates: ₹4,50,000

• Female Candidates: ₹3,60,000

• Monthly Stipend during shipboard training: ₹10,000

Medical examination costs must be borne by the candidates, and no waivers are provided.

Selection Process

Eligible applicants will:

1. Appear physically at designated centers for an online entrance exam.

2. Be shortlisted based on merit for a personal interview (in a 1:3 ratio).

3. Undergo a medical fitness test by a DGS-approved doctor.

The online exam is 2 hours long, featuring multiple-choice questions in English and Hindi. It covers:

• Professional Knowledge

• English Language

• Quantitative Aptitude

• Reasoning Ability

SCI and SCILAL reserve the right to change examination procedures and selection processes without prior notice.

Application Process & Fees

Applications must be submitted online only. Candidates must:

• Provide a valid email ID and mobile number

• Upload all required documents

• Retain a printout of the application and payment receipt

Application Fees:

• General, OBC-NCL, and EWS: ₹1,000

• SC, ST, and Female Candidates: ₹700
  (Plus applicable payment gateway charges)

Multiple applications from the same candidate will lead to disqualification.

For more details, visit the official website:
👉 https://www.mti.shipindia.com

Contact details

Email ID : mti@sci.co.in    Phone Number: +91 8369 676 439

Desclemar:

This course is designed to provide preparation and a basic understanding of the GP Rating entrance exam. Completion of this course does not guarantee 100% selection or admission into any institute. Success in the entrance exam depends on various factors, including individual effort, aptitude, and the specific requirements of each institute.