Diploma Nautical Science (DNS) – 1 Year Course
Approved by Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai, Govt. of India.
Under Technical Collaboration with Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu
1 Year Compulsory Residential Course which also Leads to obtain B.Sc (Nautical Science) Degree.
1 year course consists of 2 semesters and exams are conducted by Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu. After passing out the exams conducted by the University, the cadets will be awarded DIPLOMA NAUTICAL SCIENCE by the University,The cadets will be joining on board vessel as a Trainee cadet. They will have to obtain 18 months sea service (Two yearstime will take to complete the 18 months sea experience). With this 18 months sea experience, they will undergo 4 months Second mate’s foundation course & they are eligible to appear for 2nd mate exams. After passing second mate exams, they will be promoted as Second officer.
This Diploma Nautical Science course also leads to get B.Sc degree in Nautical Science by Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu. During the first 18 months sea service, University is conducting the Distance learning Programme(DLP) by giving the necessary study material. With further sea service & exams they will be promoted to Chief Officer and then becoming Captain of the ship. The academy assists necessary guidance for placement for successful meritoriusstudents. The below career path shows, that how a candidate can become a captain of the ship & the award of B.Sc (Nautical Science) degree by Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu.
Growth To become a Captain
After 1 YEAR Diploma in Natiucal Science courseJoin as Trainee Cadet
Salary 800 - 1200 $
After 18 months Sea Experience & DLP by university & passing 2nd Mate Exam get promoted as 2nd officer
Salary 3000 $
with further Sea Experience & passing Chief Mate Exam get Promoted as Chief Officer
Salary 6000 $
with further Sea Experience TO BE PROMOTED as CAPTAIN
Salary upto 10000 $
Admission for Diploma Nautical Science (DNS) – 1 Year Course
| ELIGIBILITY |
Pass in HSC / (10+2) From a Recognized Board with 60% Average in PCM (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics Subject). (or) B.sc in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Electronics with Physics as individual subject in one of the years with an average of not less than 55% marks in the Final Year. (or) BE (or) B.Tech Degree. 50% Marks in English either 10th or 12th. |
| AGE LIMIT |
Maximum 25 Yrs (Maximum age 30 years for SC/ST candidates & 28 YEARSFOR 0BC). |
| VISION |
No Color Blindness, 6/6 Vision in each eye. No Eye Glasses permitted. |
The DNS Students who have scored 60% PCM and above in 10+2, can appear their second mate competency examination as per
TEAP Manual flow diagram no: II/1-1(A).
Procedure for Booking of Seats, Important Dates for Admission & Joining
| 1 |
The interested candidates can book their seats by downloading the application form from the website (or) can be collected directly from the office. |
| 2 |
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can reserve your seat by sending Reservation fee of Rs.5,000/- by DD in favour of “International Maritime Academy Trust” Payable at Chennai. (Please verify your eye sight before reserve your seat). Reservation Receipt will be sent immediately. The Balance course fee has to be paid as intimated by the Academy. |
| 3 |
The Course Commences at two time in a year (February/March & Aug/Sep) Contact the Office for the reservation of your seat to the Respective session.. |
