Hello Sankar,

To pursue a career in merchant navy it is necessary to have a good vision. The careers are primarily distributed in two departments namely Deck and Engine departments. In deck department it is mandatory to have a 6/6 vision. Although in the Engine department you can have distance vision (unaided 0.5 (6/12) in each eye or 0.67 (6/9) in better eye and 0.33 (6/18) in other eye. You should not have any colour blindness. Laser operated eyes are also acceptable here. You can also get your  operated during the course.