Pay is less in Indian navy as compared to Merchant navy but they do have other benefits, Opportunity to travel foreign countries is less in Indian navy as compared to Merchant Navy, so if you are looking for foreign travels then go for merchant navy. read more
Except their similar Names, There is a vast difference between the Indian Navy and Merchant Navy. Let's see some of the differences. 1.Work/Purpose - Merchant Navy -It is non combatants owned fully by private agencies deal with cargo shipping from one parts to other parts of the world. read more
Indian navy depends upon central govt. alloted different subsidies, budget through the defence ministry of india while merchant navy are independent. 3. merchant navy cargoships are can be owned by indian company or by other nations company which operate in other nation WHEREAS indian navy only managed by Indian govt. read more