Merchant-navy officers navigate and run commercial ships carrying cargo and passengers across the world, working on deck, engine or electro-technical teams.
Merchant-navy careers need DG Shipping-approved training and sea-time; officers can earn well, with long periods at sea.
Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.
| # | State | Main hubs | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur |
Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur | High demand |
| 2 | Tamil Nadu Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai |
Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai | High demand |
| 3 | West Bengal Kolkata, Siliguri |
Kolkata, Siliguri | High demand |
Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.
Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)