Indigenously designed and built by GRSE, the modern Oceanographic Research-Cum-Hydrographic Survey Vessel is capable of all types of hydrographical research and oceanographic survey work. Such ships are in service with the Chief Hydrographer, Indian navy, and have also executed overseas assignments in the Middle East. it can carry 01 Helicopter in its Hanger

Principal Particulars Length Overall (m) 85.77 Breadth (m) 12.80 Depth (Main Deck) (m) 8.09 Design Draft (m) 3.34 Max. Displacement (t) 1929 Dead Weight (t) 535 Speed (kt) 16.75 Endurance (nm) 14000 at 12kts   Propulsion machinery Main Engine 2 X 1930 KW   Power Generation Generators 2 X 500 KW   Accommodation Officers 16 Sailors 120