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Pre-Sea Program

Orientation Course for Catering Personnel (OCCP)

A 14-day D.G. Shipping approved course designed to train candidates for catering roles on merchant ships.

Fees

₹30,000

Duration

Duration

14 days

Fees

Fees

₹30,000

Approval

Approval

Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Government of India

Quick Facts

Fee
The Orientation Course for Catering Personnel (OCCP) fee at Eurotech Maritime Academy, Kochi is ₹30,000.
Duration
14 days
Eligibility
Degree/Diploma in Hotel Management or related field; pass in 10th Standard with minimum 40% aggregate marks; minimum 40% marks in English in 10th or 12th standard. Age limit: 18 to 28 years.
Approval
Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Government of India.

Course Overview

Course Details

This course provides comprehensive training in maritime catering, focusing on food safety, hygiene, and galley operations. It prepares candidates for roles such as General Steward, Chief Steward, and Chief Cook on merchant vessels.

Program Features IconKey Program Features

    • D.G. Shipping approved curriculum
    • Hands-on training in galley operations
    • Experienced faculty with industry background
    • On-campus workshops and practical training
    • Structured career progression path

Program Features IconLearning Outcomes

    • Proficiency in maritime catering operations
    • Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards

Required documents IconRequired Documents

    • INDOS
    • Certificate of Medical Fitness
    • Passport
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Document Submission

Upload documents during application or via your student profile after enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

Program Features IconKey Program Features

1.Candidates should pass 10th or +2 with minimum 40% marks in aggregate. AND 2.Candidates should secured a minimum of 40% marks in English language at 10th or +2 standard. AND 3.A Degree/Diploma/Certificate course in Hospitality & Hotel Administration or Hotel Management & Catering Technology or Hospitality & Tourism of minimum six months duration from an Institution duly recognized by State Boards/UGC approved University or approved by the NCHMC or AICTE.

Program Features IconAge Limit

Minimum Age Limit: 18

Maximum Age Limit:

Male:

General - 28 years
OBC (NCL) - 28 years
SC/ST - 28 years

Female:

General - 28 years
OBC (NCL) - 28 years
SC/ST - 28 years

Program Features IconMedical Examination

Eye-Sight:

6/6 in each eye without visual aids

Eye Health:

No color blindness

Physical Fitness:

Medically fit as per Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Rules, 2000, as amended

Admission Process

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Program Structure

14 days of residential pre-sea training Training includes food safety, hygiene, galley operations, and maritime regulations

Who takes this course

For candidates who have passed 10th standard with the required marks in Science-related subjects and English, or who hold a degree or diploma in Hotel Management or a related field, and want to start in a catering role on merchant ships.

After the course

Graduates go on to sign on as General Steward or in other entry-level catering roles onboard, progressing with experience towards Chief Steward or Chief Cook. Candidates who want a longer, more structured qualification can instead consider the academy's Certificate Course in Maritime Catering (CCMC).

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