During the initial training period, the approximate pay for Sailor is Rs.3200 pm. On completion of initial training depending on Rank and number of years of service approximate emoluments at present rate for Sailor is Rs.4330 to Rs.16,395 pm. Apart from this a sailor is entitled to free ration , accommodation and medical treatment for self and dependents. A sailor is provided with a life insurance cover of Rs. 350000 on a nominal premium of Rs.250 p.m. Promotion prospects exist upto the rank of Master Chief Petty officer(equivalent to Subedar Major of Indian Army).