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Deck Officer
Marine
Deck Officer
Navigates and manages the safe operation of a commercial or military vessel.
Any Stream
NSQF Level 6
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At a glance
Salary range in India
₹3.0L – ₹8.0L/year (estimate)
Market demand
stable
Low
Very High
Minimum qualification
degree
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote
Your pathway into Deck Officer
1
Step 1
12th → Degree → Deck Officer
Skills you'll need
navigation
Core skill
mechanical maintenance
Core skill
safety
Core skill
teamwork
Core skill
administration
Core skill
decision making
Core skill
Salary breakdown in India
Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹3.0L – ₹8.0L/year (estimate)
Lead / Head
Upper Range
What does a Deck Officer actually do?
Navigates and manages the safe operation of a commercial or military vessel.