Certificate Course in Maritime Catering (CCMC)
Course overview
The Certificate Course in Maritime Catering (CCMC) is a DG Shipping-approved 6 Month programme designed for individuals interested in hospitality roles within the Merchant Navy. It provides practical training in catering and service operations essential for maintaining quality living standards onboard ships.
The programme includes food preparation, nutrition, hygiene, catering operations, and maritime hospitality practices. Training focuses on developing consistency, organisation, and service skills in a ship-based environment.
Maritime catering professionals contribute to the daily wellbeing and efficiency of onboard life, supporting crew members during long voyages. This role is an integral part of ship operations, ensuring a structured and comfortable environment.
The CCMC course offers a clear entry into the maritime industry, with opportunities to grow into senior catering and hospitality roles through experience and continued professional development.
Eligibility Criteria
Certificate Course in Maritime Catering - Are you eligible to sail?
Age Limit
Between 17.5 to 25 Years as on the date of commencement of the course. Candidate should be physically fit for sea service.
Educational Qualification
- Min 10th Std Pass with 40% overall
- OR 12th Std from any stream with min 40% in 10th & 12th from recognized board with English as one subject
- Not more than 2 years gap between 10th & 12th passing year
Preferential Shortlisting - Extra Advantage
These qualifications get priority during selection:
Physical & Medical Standards
- Height: Minimum 157 cm
- BMI: Not more than 25
- Speech & Hearing: Normal range ability
- Eyesight: 6/9 unaided and 6/6 with aid, No Colour Blindness (Ishihara Test)
Application process
Candidates must apply for the CCMC course through online application at bioceanmaritime.com and pay the prescribed examination fee. Login details for online test will be shared on registered email.
Candidates will receive a link over email for online examination which can be taken from any location. Test covers English, Reasoning, General Awareness & Technical Engineering Knowledge.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview at the Office or online. The interview is conducted to assess communication skills, confidence and suitability for a career at sea.
Candidates selected in interview must undergo DG Shipping approved medical examination by company appointed doctor at Mumbai as per Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Rules, 2000.
Final merit list will be prepared on the basis of past academic scores (10th, 12th & B.E/B.Tech), online examination scores, interview performance and medical fitness.
Upon merit selection and payment of non-refundable booking amount, candidates will be issued official sponsorship letter along with course details, joining date and instructions.
Candidates availing education loan should complete all loan formalities before the joining date. On the day of joining, carry all original documents including educational certificates, passport, INDOS and passport-size photographs.
Fee structure
| Sr. No. | Particulars | Amount (Incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Admission Fees (Refundable) | - |
| 2 | CCMC Fees | - |
| 3 | Other Documentation and Interview Preparation | - |
| - | Onboard Training and Certification | - |
| 5 | Re-joining Documentation and Certification | - |
| Total | - |