Top 10 Merchant Navy Colleges in India
We are also covered Top Private and Govt Marine Institutes in India. These are all top maritime colleges in India. And all universities which I have recommended are approved by DG Shipping by the Government of India. We are providing all types of perimeter to determine the best colleges for you.
Top Maritime Courses Offered by IMU
The Indian Maritime University is headquartered at Chennai. IMU presently offers Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma and Post Graduate Degree courses in Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering, General Purpose (G.P.) Rating, DME, GME, ETO, HND, Ship Building & Repair, Maritime Management, Doctoral Programmes and Post Sea Courses.
It was established through an Act of Parliament (Act 22) in November 2008 as a Central University, and is poised to play a key role in the development of trained human resources for the maritime sector.
Top 10 Merchant Navy Colleges in India 2022
While if you would have asked this question, 3–4 years back, you could have got many supporters for some Institutes in India that provide good placements.
Nowadays, the market conditions are not so good and it has been flooded with excess of Junior Officers (3rd Engineer, 4th Engineer, 2nd Officer and 3rd Officer).
Nonetheless, you are aiming for the perfect criteria, that is placements record for a Marine Institute. Also, before applying to any Institute try to get connected with the present batch of Cadets, who will tell you the exact ground realities of the Institute.
Yes u are on the right track because not all the colleges gives you job guarantee after end of your training.
They say to find our job by ourselves.
Please Note: If you’re searching for Best Merchant Navy college, first you need to know in which Stream of Merchant Navy you want to make a career in. It can be D.N.S, B.Sc Nautical Science or B.Tech Marine Engineering or GME
Click below on this Headline to Read everything About D.N.S courses or Scroll below for More colleges.
DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) in Merchant Navy – Eligibility, Admission, Top Colleges, Jobs & Salary
DNS, or Diploma in Nautical Science, is a diploma course that provides students with comprehensive knowledge and skills related to nautical science and the operation of ships. The course typically lasts for three years offered by various Maritime institutes and universities around the world. and in India it is (1 year Pre-Sea + 18 Months onboard Training + Followed by IMU Final year Exams to get B.Sc Degree) which is again offered by various Indian Maritime institutes/ Colleges affiliated to IMU (Indian Maritime University)
Best DNS Colleges in India
Given below is the list of all the DNS colleges that are recommended by IndianMerchantNavy.org (We don’t take money from colleges to Rank them better)
These colleges have been shortlisted on the basis of their facilities, infrastructure, faculty, and training standards. DNS aspirants should attempt to achieve one of these colleges given below, rather than settling for something lesser
Other Merchant Navy Websites may brainwash you that Anglo Eastern Maritime Academy (AEMA) is the Best Training Institute in India today in 2023 but DO NOT BELIEVE THEM PLEASE.
For me TMI – Tolani Maritime Institute is the Best DNS Training Institute
1. TMI – Tolani Maritime Instutute
Joining an institution is a big decision to make on your part. But If you want a career in merchant navy , TMI is best for that because of the one main Reason (It let’s you choose to work with Ownership company)
In a global industry such as merchant navy , it is imperative for one to consider various factors prior to embarking on a journey at sea. While there are numerous institutions providing education in this sector , quite a few things are important to consider beyond placements. A wider approach can lead you through a long term career trajectory, rather than thinking about immediate future which might create hurdles after a few years. A few things to consider are-
Quality of education – I would not be able to comment on other institution’s quality of education as only a student can judge that aspect. Being an alumni of TMI , I can vouch for its quality education. As the period of our generation’s career at sea has reduced immensely in the modern times, there would be a stage in life where you would decide to venture into shore opportunities. That would be the moment you will realise the importance of what you have learnt during your undergraduate studies. For Tolani , the sheer qualifications and industrial experience of faculty is capable to inspire you .
Personally speaking, you would get your role-models in the faculty at TMI. Their majestic achievements and knowledge would provide you with a path to follow. During my various contracts at sea, I found the knowledge TMI provided us with was way higher than the regular standards . This not only raised the expectations bar for us, it differentiated us as soon as we joined the ship. Again , thinking beyond the obvious is what flows in the blood veins of TMI’s curriculum. A good focus is laid on your soft skills like English communication , using design software, presentations on various subjects which prepares you holistically.
Infrastructure – Well we have our own lake at the centre of TMI – that should be enough to estimate the area we cover . You can find almost all sports facilities with a great swimming pool . The hostels are quite spacious , facilities are top notch and mess food is edible to eat. (P.S. Who eats in the mess :P)
Alumni Network – Networking would help you at every point in your life. On ship or on shore , TMI has produced enough engineers to help you out through your problems and doubts. I owe a lot to my Alma Mater – Tolani Maritime Institute and that is the reason I chose to write this artice.
The intake is around 80 students and the fees for the one-year diploma course is around 5 lakhs (which is Reasonable) not overhyped like Anglo Eastern. It is located in Pune, Maharashtra. TMI has established itself as one of the most premier institutes for pre-sea training providing best-in-class training facilities.
Tolani will first ask you to get a Sponsorship by a good Shipping Company like
- Fleet Management
- Scorpio Marine Management
- TORM Shipping
- Wilhelmsen Ship Management
- Mediterranean Shipping Company
- Nortrans Shipping
- V-Ships
TMI DNS Selection Procedure:
Upon receipt of the IMU test result & Class XII exam result, inform TMI indicating your registration number. Passing of IMU test and a minimum of 60% in the PCM group in Class XII is mandatory.
Panel interview Shortlisted candidates who’ll pass the online tests, shall be notified via email to appear for an interview. Medical Examination and Eye-test – Candidates, who’ll pass the interview, will be directed to undergo a medical examination conducted by company-appointed doctors who will also be conducting an Eye Test which conforms to the requirements of medical examination rules of Directorate general of Shipping General of Shipping. (https://www.dgshipping.gov.in/Content/MerchantShippingRules.aspx)
Shipping companies will select the candidates and issue sponsorship letters. Candidate to submit/report to TMI with sponsorship letter and other documents.
2. Anglo Eastern Maritime Academy (AEMA)
It is considered the best training institute today by almost 99% of the Maritime Websites but please don’t believe them. It is and will always remain a notch below TMI – Tolani Maritime Institute
Anglo is just known and ranked #1 because it has its own Ship Management company Anglo-Eastern Ship Management, which has more than 700 ships in its fleet but it is a Ship Management company and Not a Owner’s Company like Maersk Line, TORM, NYK, Chevron etc
And Ship Management companies are like Shit Infront of Ownership companies. Many aspiring Cadets fell prey for its numbers of having 700+ Ships but they really don’t know the Difference.
Please Read: Differences between Ship Management companies VS Ship Ownership Company
About AEMA: It is in Karjat, Maharashtra. For the August Batch total of 160 candidates and for the February batch total of 80 candidates are selected. Anglo-Eastern Ship Management is the only company providing sponsorship in AEMA and you do not need Sponsorship for getting into AEMA because they only take their Cadets onboard their ships.
- Good employee treatment once placed in the company.
- Institute of one of the biggest shipping companies today.
- Top of the class training facility.
It conducts its own examination named Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy (AEMA) online written test. The DNS course fees in this institute is around 8.50 lakhs which is way tooo much for a one year DNS Course.
Idk What make them Inflate the Course to this much that it’s almost 2X than the Competition.
AEMA DNS Admission Procedure:
Senior School Certificate/ Higher Secondary Examination/ Class XII/ 10+2 From a recognized Board/ University with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM), with not less than 70% marks in PCM and 65% aggregate/ Equivalent GCE – UK “A” level/ International Baccalaureate Diploma
Online Entrance Test The test consists of 2 sections, for a total duration of 3 hours. Part-1 Topics English, Aptitude, and Mechanical Engineering Topic. Duration: 2 Hours Marks Total 100 Marks (No Negative marking applies) Levels The level of difficulty for this test is based on the Degree level Syllabus. Part-2 PSY Test “Personality based questions” Duration: 1 Hour
Panel interview Shortlisted candidates who’ll pass the online tests, shall be notified via email to appear for an interview
Medical Examination and Eye-test Candidates, who’ll pass the interview, will be directed to undergo a medical examination conducted by Company-appointed doctors will also be conducting an Eye Test that conforms to the requirements of medical examination rules of the Directorate General of Shipping. (https://www.dgshipping.gov.in/Content/MerchantShippingRules.aspx)
To know more click this link: Admission – DNS
3. Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies – GEIMS
GEIMS is similar to TMI and AEMA, GEIMS is also an institute with its own shipping company (Great Eastern Shipping), but the difference lies in the type of company. Great Eastern is an Indian shipping company and salary is paid in Indian Currency.
The DNS course fee in GEIMS is around Rs. 6.5 lakh rupees. A total of 120 students are admitted, combining both February (40) and August (80) batch. It is situated in Lonavla, Maharashtra. Unlike Anglo Eastern, Great Eastern does not have a huge fleet of ships so to keep the waiting period short they have been calling a lot of shipping companies to their college for the recruitment like ChelShip, Seaspan, Goodwood, World Tankers, MTM etc.
GEIMS Admission Procedure
Eligible candidates will be informed to undergo Basic Intelligence Test (IQ Test). Shortlisted candidates will appear for IMU (Maritime University) CET as GE Shipping sponsored candidates.
Candidates will have to undergo a full medical checkup as per the practicing doctor approved by D G Shipping. (https://www.dgshipping.gov.in/Content/MerchantShippingRules.aspx).
Shortlisted Candidates must compulsorily undergo a psychological screening test.
4. International Maritime Institute (IMI) Noida
International Maritime Institute (IMI) Noida is a private institution established by the efforts of 12 eminent personalities from the world of shipping in 1991 to eliminate the shortage of manpower in running the global supply chain.
The DNS course fee in this institute is around Rs. 5.72 lakh rupees. It is situated in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. A total of 120 students is admitted, combining both January and July batches.
Some of the good shipping companies which are part of their DNS program are Fleet Management, MSC, MSI, MMSI, PIL, Synergy, Dockendale, and V ships.
IMI Noida DNS Admission Procedure
Upon receipt of the IMU test result & Class XII exam result, inform IMI Noida indicating your registration number. Passing of IMU test and a minimum of 60% in the PCM group in Class XII is mandatory.
Medical Examination and Eye-test Candidates, who pass the interview, will be directed to undergo a medical examination conducted by company-appointed doctors who will also be conducting an Eye Test which conforms to the requirements of medical examination rules of Directorate General of Shipping. (https://www.dgshipping.gov.in/Content/MerchantShippingRules.aspx)
Shipping companies will select the candidates and issue sponsorship letters. The selection procedure includes Written Offline/Online Test, a Psychometric/LI PI Test, and Personal Interview.
5. Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies – SIMS
SIMS (Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies) is another private institution that has Executive Ship Management as one of the stakeholders. A total of 160 students is admitted, combining both January and July batches. The total fee is close to 6.6 lakh rupees and provides the best infrastructure and training facilities in the country.
It is situated in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Even though this college is the best college in the entire country when it comes to infrastructure and training it is not recommend as the waiting period is too high sometimes even going up to 10 months after completing the DNS course.
You can surely join the college just after confirming the Status of the Current Waiting period. In the recent past even they have started calling other shipping companies so I think, that is helping them.
SIMS Admission Procedure
Eligible candidates will be informed to undergo an MCQ examination (60 minutes) and an English writing exam for 10 mins. Shortlisted Candidates must compulsorily undergo a psychological screening test.
Cadets who have cleared online tests, as well as psychometric tests, undergo a personal interview. After they have successfully cleared the interview, they are called for medicals.
Candidates will have to undergo a full medical checkup as per the practicing doctor approved by D G Shipping. (https://www.dgshipping.gov.in/Content/MerchantShippingRules.aspx)
6. TS Rahaman
T S Rahaman (Training Ship Rahaman) is another private institution that also has been consistent in providing quality training to Indian seafarers since 1910. It is not affiliated with any Shipping company. The training facility and infrastructure is great.
The total fee is close to 3.55 lakh rupees. It is located at Mumbai, Maharashtra. Some of the good shipping companies which are part of their DNS program are Scorpio, Goodwood, Synergy, Fleet.
TS Rahaman Admission Procedure
Eligible candidates will be informed to undergo an entrance examination and psychometric test.
Shortlisted Candidates must compulsorily undergo an interview.
Candidates will have to undergo a full medical checkup as per the practicing doctor approved by DG Shipping. (https://www.dgshipping.gov.in/Content/MerchantShippingRules.aspx)
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Top 12 Merchant Navy Colleges in India
1. Tolani Maritime Institute (TMI)
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science), B.Sc. Nautical Science and B.tech (Marine Engineering)
- No. of Seats: DNS-120 (Aug) Bach 40(Feb) Batch, B.Sc.(NS)- 80,b.tech (ME)- 240
- Address: Talegaon – Chakan Road, Induri, Talegaon, Pune – 410 507, India. Tel: + 91 (2114) 242000
- Visit Site: https://tmi.tolani.edu/
2. Anglo Eastern Maritime Academy (AEMA)
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: Only DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science)
- No. of Seats: 120 (Aug) Bach 40 (Feb)Bach,
- Address: Mumbai
- Visit Site: https://www.aema.edu.in/
3. AMET : Academy of Maritime Education and Training (AMET University)
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: Only B.Sc Nautical Science & B.Tech Marine Engineering
- No. of Seats: Subject to Confirmation & Availability
- Address: Chennai
- Visit Site: https://www.ametuniv.ac.in/faculty-maritime-studies.html
4. Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) and B.Tech (Marine Engineering)
- No. of Seats: DNS- 120, B.tech (ME)- 40
- Address: Mumbai
- Visit Site: https://www.samundra.com/
5. International Maritime Institute (IMI)
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) and B.tech (Marine Engineering)
- No. of Seats: DNS-120 (Aug) Bach 40 (Feb)Bach,b.tech (ME)- 80
- Address: Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
- Visit Site: https://imi.edu.in/
6. Maharashtra Academy of Naval Education and Training (MANET)
Maharashtra Academy of Naval Education and Training (MANET) was established in the year 2001 with a vision to be the world’s foremost Maritime Training Academy.
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: Only B.Sc Nautical Science & B.Tech Marine Engineering
- No. of Seats: Subject to Confirmation & Availability
- Address: Gate No. 140, Loni Kalbhor, Rajbaug, Pune-Solapur Highway, Pune-412 201. Tel: 020 – 26912901/ 02/ 03/ 04
- Visit Site: https://manetpune.edu.in/
7. HIMT College
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science), B.Tech (Marine Engineering), B.Sc(Nautical Science), PGDME
- No. of Seats: DNS- 40,B.tech (ME)- 40,B.Sc(NS)- 40,PGDME- 40
- Address: Kilpauk, Chennai
- Visit Site: https://www.himtmarine.com/
8. Applied Research International (ARI)
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: Only DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science)
- No. of Seats: 120 (Aug) Bach 40 (Feb)Bach,
- Address: New Delhi
- Visit Site: https://www.ariedu.com/
Below these are just for your reference,
9. Euro Tech Maritime Academy
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) and B.tech (Marine Engineering)
- No. of Seats: DNS- 80,b.tech (ME)- 80
- Address: Cochin
10. Coimbatore Marine College
- CIP Grade: A2
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: B.Sc. Nautical Science and B.tech (Marine Engineering)
- No. of Seats: B.Sc (NS)- 80,b.tech (ME)- 80
- Address: Coimbatore
- Visit Site: https://www.cmcmarine.in/
11. Centre for Maritime Training
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: Only DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science)
- No. of Seats: 80
- Address: Lucknow
- Visit Site: http://www.cmtnoida.com/
12. GKM Institute of Marine Sciences and Technology
- CIP Grade: A1
- Ownership: Private
- Courses Offered: Only B.Sc. (Nautical Science)
- No. of Seats: 40
- Address: Chennai
- Visit Site: https://www.gkmims.net.in/
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