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DGS-approved course directory

Find the right maritime course before you apply.

Every course listed here is recognised by the Directorate General of Shipping. Filter by your education level, career goal, or course type to find the right path.

115
recognised courses
13
pre-sea programmes
42
STCW safety courses
Browse all courses115 DGS-recognised programmesPre-Sea13 entry-level programmesPost-Sea60 upgrade coursesSTCW safety42 mandatory safety courses

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The right course depends on your education level and career goal. Start here before browsing the full directory.

After 10thRatings route

GP Rating and related ratings courses. Longer path to officer rank but an earlier entry point into the industry.

View pathway →After 12th PCMOfficer track

DNS, B.Sc Nautical Science and marine engineering — the main routes students compare for deck and engine officer careers.

View pathway →After 12th PCMSpecialised route

GME and ETO routes for engineering and electrical graduates with the right eligibility for direct officer entry.

View pathway →STCW / SafetyMandatory safety

Basic Safety Training, GMDSS, Advanced Fire Fighting and Medical First Aid — required for all seafarers before joining a vessel.

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About DGS-approved courses

What makes a maritime course official in India?

An institute can be approved to run one course but not another. Always verify the specific course approval, not just the institute name.

In India, maritime training courses must be approved by the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA), formerly the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS). Approval is granted at the course level, not just the institute level. This means an institute may be approved to run Basic Safety Training but not Advanced Fire Fighting.

MarinePathway sources course records directly from official DGS data. Every course listed here links to its approval record so you can verify before paying any fees.

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Common questions

Which course should I do after Class 10?

GP Rating is the most common route after Class 10. It leads to the ratings track. The officer pathway from Class 10 takes longer and requires additional sea time and exams.

Which course is best after Class 12 PCM?

DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) and B.Sc Nautical Science are the main deck officer routes. B.Tech Marine Engineering leads to the engine officer track. Your choice depends on whether you prefer deck or engine.

How do I verify a course is DGS-approved?

Every course on MarinePathway is sourced from official DGS records. You can also use the Verify tool to check course approval at a specific institute before paying fees.

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Frequently asked

Questions about maritime courses

Which course should I do after Class 10?GP Rating is the most common route after Class 10. It leads to the ratings track. The officer pathway from Class 10 takes longer and requires additional sea time and exams.
Which course is best after Class 12 PCM?DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) and B.Sc Nautical Science are the main deck officer routes. B.Tech Marine Engineering leads to the engine officer track. Your choice depends on whether you prefer deck or engine.
How do I verify a course is DGS-approved?Every course on MarinePathway is sourced from official DGS records. You can also use the Verify tool to check course approval at a specific institute before paying fees.

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