GSK MCQ Set 1 for Merchant Navy (GP Rating) | Syllabus, Course, Salary & Best Colleges in India

Updated: Jan 2026 | By Shashwat edu

Why Practice Here? Our questions are curated from previous years' DG Shipping exit exams and company sponsorship tests. Mastering these MCQs will significantly boost your confidence.

What is General Ship Knowledge (GSK)?

General Ship Knowledge (GSK) is a fundamental subject in the Pre-Sea Training for General Purpose (GP) Ratings. Unlike MEK (Marine Engineering Knowledge) which focuses solely on the engine, GSK covers the entire vessel. It includes topics like ship construction, seamanship, deck machinery, safety procedures, anchoring, and mooring operations.

Complete Guide to GP Rating: Syllabus, Course & Career

After practicing the MCQ Set 1, here is a complete roadmap for the General Purpose Rating course.

1. What is the GP Rating Course?

GP Rating stands for General Purpose Rating. It is a 6-month residential pre-sea training course approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping). Cadets are trained in:

Deck Duties: Maintenance, chipping, painting, mooring, and cargo handling.
Engine Duties: Assisting engineers, cleaning filters, and oiling machinery.

2. GP Rating Eligibility Criteria

Requirement	Details
Age Limit	17.5 to 25 years (Relaxations apply).
Qualification	10th Pass with min 40% aggregate.
English	Min 40% marks in English in 10th/12th.
Medical	Physically fit, 6/6 Eyesight, No Color Blindness.

3. Course Syllabus Breakdown

The syllabus is divided into two sections:

A. General Ship Knowledge (GSK) - Deck Side

Nautical Terms: Port, Starboard, Forward, Aft.
Ropes & Knots: Mooring operations.
Safety: Firefighting, First Aid, Personal Survival Techniques (PST).

B. Marine Engineering Knowledge (MEK) - Engine Side

Engine Basics: 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines.
Machinery: Pumps, valves, boilers.
Workshop: Welding, cutting, lathe work.

Note: The final Exit Exam by BES includes separate written and oral exams for GSK and MEK.

4. Best GP Rating Colleges in India

Always ensure the college is approved by DG Shipping. Top institutes include:

T.S. Rahaman (Mumbai)
NUSI Maritime Academy (Goa)
Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (Lonavala)
Seven Islands Maritime Training Institute

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