Prepare
IMU-CET coaching and practice papers.
Careers · Pathways
Your route to the offshore deck.
From IMU-CET coaching to officer programs, ratings and Sri Lanka CoC with ProCareerTek, then specialised training at the Nanak Shipping Institute.
01 · Readouts
Careers, by the list
Readouts taken from the published services of the Nanak group, not estimates.
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IMU-CET practice papers at ProCareerTek
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routes in the pathway planner
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maritime courses at the Institute for later training
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Nanak group businesses working together
02 · Programs
What ProCareerTek lists
No. 01
IMU-CET coaching
Expert coaching, 200+ practice papers, AI mock analytics.
See program → No. 02Deck officer programs
DNS, BSc Nautical Science and Officer of Watch.
See program → No. 03Engine officer programs
GME, BTech Marine and Chief Engineer pathways.
See program → No. 04Rating courses
General Purpose rating and engine rating.
See program → No. 05Sri Lanka CoC
White List facilitation under STCW recognition.
See program → No. 06Guidance & placement
Cadet-to-captain roadmap, scholarships and loans.
See program →Interactive · Pathway planner
Choose a route, read the legs
Select a route to see its legs, with the part ProCareerTek and the Institute each play.
- 01
IMU-CET coaching
Expert coaching with 200+ practice papers and AI mock analytics.
- 02
DNS or BSc Nautical Science
The deck programmes ProCareerTek guides you into.
- 03
Officer of Watch
The Officer of Watch pathway listed on ProCareerTek.
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Specialise
Add tanker, offshore, safety and simulator training at the Institute.
Deck pathways from ProCareerTek services.Deck officer programs →
- 01
IMU-CET coaching
Practice papers and mock analytics for the entrance test.
- 02
GME or BTech Marine
The engine programmes ProCareerTek lists.
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Chief Engineer pathway
A listed pathway towards Chief Engineer.
- 04
Specialise
NSI-003 Engine Room Resource Management and NSI-009 Advanced Automation.
Engine pathways from ProCareerTek services.Engine officer programs →
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Choose a rating course
General Purpose rating or engine rating courses.
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Safety foundation
Add safety and operations training from the Institute.
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Manning
STCW and MLC-aligned crew management at Nanak Ship Management.
Rating courses are listed on ProCareerTek.Rating courses →
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Check your eligibility
Speak with ProCareerTek about your route.
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Facilitation
Sri Lanka Certificate of Competency (White List) under STCW recognition.
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Keep learning
Refresher and advanced training at the Institute.
Facilitated by ProCareerTek.Ask ProCareerTek →
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Career roadmap
A full cadet-to-captain roadmap.
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Scholarships and loans
Guidance on scholarships and loan options.
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Placement
Career guidance and placement support.
Guidance listed on ProCareerTek.Career guidance →
03 · Cadet to captain
The long view of a sea career
Qualify
DNS, BSc Nautical Science, GME or BTech Marine.
Join
Safety foundation, then life on board.
Specialise
Tanker, offshore and simulator training.
Lead
Leadership and advanced courses.
04 · After qualifying
Keep growing at the Institute
Once qualified, officers and ratings add specialised training. The Nanak Shipping Institute lists 200+ courses, and its advanced courses include Advanced Automation & Control Engineering and Leadership & Human Element.
- 01NSI-001 Bridge Team Management Refresher
- 02NSI-003 Engine Room Resource Management
- 03NSI-019 Leadership & Human Element
05 · Four bays
Where careers lead
Offshore
Offshore support
Supply vessels and platform support are part of the working world.
Tanker
Tankers and cargo
Cargo control rooms and deck teams.
Trades
Skilled trades
Certified welders and electricians are supplied to ships and yards.
Port
Port and shore
Port and yard operations need trained people too.
06 · Key terms
Five terms every aspirant meets
Tap or press a stamp to turn it over.
07 · Readiness check
Are you ready to apply?
Tick what you have in place. ProCareerTek can help with the rest.
08 · Where to start
Choose your first step
Each route has a natural starting point on the ProCareerTek and Institute pages.
| If you are | Start with | Then |
|---|---|---|
| A school leaver aiming for deck | IMU-CET coaching | DNS or BSc Nautical Science |
| Aiming for the engine room | IMU-CET coaching | GME or BTech Marine |
| Looking at a rating role | Rating courses | Safety and operations training |
| Holding qualifications already | The Institute catalogue | Specialised and advanced courses |
| Seeking Sri Lanka CoC | ProCareerTek contact | Facilitation under STCW recognition |
10 · Enquiry docket
Tell us where you are
Nanak group services
The Nanak group: ship management, training and careers
Maritime training · India
Focused maritime learning across navigation, engineering and safety, led by Capt. Dilip Narsian, Master Mariner.
Visit nanakshipping.com ↗- Navigation & bridgeAwareness, teamwork and decisions: bridge team management and navigation courses.
- Engineering & machinerySystems, control and understanding: engine room resource management and automation.
- Safety & operationsPreparation, practice, responsibility: enclosed space entry, ballast water treatment.
- Featured trainingBridge Team Management Refresher, Engine Room Resource Management, Ballast Water Treatment Systems.
- Advanced trainingAdvanced Automation & Control Engineering, Leadership & Human Element course.
- 200+ maritime coursesDeck, engine, tanker and cargo, catering, offshore, security, simulator and ISO auditing.
Ship, crew and labour · India
International technical ship management, crew management and licensed seafarer labour supply from India.
Visit nanakship.com ↗- Technical ship managementSuperintendence, planned maintenance, drydocking, Class and Flag State compliance.
- Crew managementSTCW and MLC manning, credential vetting, training, welfare, travel and payroll.
- International labour supplyCertified electricians, 6G/TIG/MIG welders, structural fitters and skilled helpers.
- Dry-dock & riding repair squadsDry-dock superintendence and certified squads that board at anchor or en route.
- Pre-purchase vessel auditsIndependent technical audit of a vessel before you buy.
- Spares, procurement & liaisonMarine spares and procurement, Flag State and Class liaison.
Merchant Navy careers · India
Your complete gateway to Merchant Navy careers, from IMU-CET to Sri Lanka CoC.
Visit procareertek.com ↗- IMU-CET coachingExpert coaching, 200+ practice papers and AI mock analytics.
- Deck officer programsDNS, BSc Nautical Science and Officer of Watch pathways.
- Engine officer programsGME, BTech Marine and Chief Engineer pathways.
- Rating coursesGeneral Purpose rating and engine rating courses.
- Sri Lanka CoC (White List)Facilitation of Sri Lanka Certificate of Competency under STCW recognition.
- Career guidance & placementA full cadet-to-captain roadmap, scholarships and loan guidance.
11 · FAQ
Career pathway questions
Open a line to read the answer.
Most routes begin with the IMU-CET entrance exam, followed by a deck or engine programme. ProCareerTek offers IMU-CET coaching with 200+ practice papers, plus guidance on DNS, BSc Nautical Science, GME and BTech Marine, on its services page.
Both lead towards a deck officer career: DNS is a diploma-level programme, while BSc Nautical Science is a degree. ProCareerTek explains deck officer routes, along with engine pathways like GME and BTech Marine, so you can compare them on its programs page.
Yes. ProCareerTek facilitates the Sri Lanka Certificate of Competency under STCW recognition, listed as a service for seafarers who want that route. Read the details or enquire via ProCareerTek contact so the team can explain eligibility.
After qualifying, seafarers add specialised and refresher training for their rank and vessel type, for example leadership, bridge team or engine room teamwork, and safety courses. The Nanak Shipping Institute publishes 200+ options by discipline.
Yes, ProCareerTek lists General Purpose rating and engine rating courses along with officer programs, so there is a route for different entry points. Review them on the ProCareerTek services page and speak to the team about fit.
The Nanak Shipping Institute is led by Capt. Dilip Narsian, a Master Mariner, who is introduced on the director section of the Institute’s about page. Reading it helps you understand the approach behind the courses before you enquire.
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