Are you looking for job opportunities at sea and also confused between the Indian Navy or Merchant Navy? Don’t worry we have got you covered. You may think that both The Indian Navy and Merchant Navy are the same but no it’s not. There are enormous differences between these two fields, starting from purpose and eligibility to pay scale. Let’s understand more about these two fields and the basic differences between them:
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The Purpose:
The Indian Navy is the maritime branch of the Indian armed forces and operates above, on, and under the ocean. The Indian Navy safeguards the nation's maritime borders and works to promote bilateral relations between nations. The President of India is the supreme commander of the force. Navy Day is celebrated on 4th December every year to celebrate the achievements of the force. The current CNS (chief of Naval staff) is Admiral R. Hari Kumar. The Indian Navy has a total of 1531 vacancies for (skilled Tradesmen) and 155( Ssc) vacancies in the year 2022.
Whereas, Merchant Navy or Merchant Marine as its name suggests operates totally for commercial purposes. The main duty of the merchant navy is to transport goods from one place to another via sea routes using ships. It is also considered the most essential component of the world economy and helps in the export and import of goods. Merchant Navy day is celebrated on 3rd September to honour the men and women who made many sacrifices during both World wars.
Eligibility criteria :
In terms of the Indian Navy, there are several posts for which the qualification required is different but on basic terms, the candidates must have 60% aggregate marks in class X and XII and a minimum of 60% marks in English in class X and XII. The aspirant of the Merchant Navy can apply with High school or university certification in science. In the Merchant Navy, the candidates are eligible if they have pursued Physics, chemistry, or maths in class XII and scored 60% marks. Merchant Navy can be also done after X with 40% marks in English.
Ranks:
Jobs in the merchant navy can be found in the technical department and the deck zone, or the servicing area. Individuals with the appropriate ability & skill set can participate in any of the three specialized norms. The ranks of professionals can differ depending on the company & type of ship. However, the fundamental structure remains the same. In the Indian navy, however, sea jobs begin at the lieutenant level, which is the lowest rung in terms of ranking. Navy servicemen are assigned different ranks in every country, making the distinction in their rights and duties. Every rank in both the Navies carries great responsibilities as well as honour.
Pay scale:
The pay scale in the Merchant Navy depends on the job post. The merchant Navy is known for its luxurious life of ships and high pay packages. On the other hand, the pay scale of the Indian Navy is determined by the positions of an individual and also the experience the person has. Most people chose it as a career for the level of patriotism, respect and pride it comes with.
As you can see, the Merchant Navy deals with commercial projects and works with the public as well as private companies. Whereas, the Indian Navy works for the safety and security of the nation and protects us from enemies of the nation protecting the Nation's pride and sovereignty. Make your choice based on what your inclinations are. All the best
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