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DNS Leading to B.Sc in Nautical Science

DNS Leading to B.Sc in Nautical Science

(Approved by IMU and DG Shipping)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Passed 10+2 with 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM)

  • Minimum 50% marks in English at 10+2 or 10th level

  • Fluency in written and spoken English

  • Maximum age: 25 years at the time of course commencement

    • Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates

  • Medical fitness:

    • Eyesight: 6/6 in each eye (no color blindness)

    • Medically fit as per Directorate General of Shipping standards.

Selection Procedure:

  1. Qualify IMU-CET (Common Entrance Test)

    • Conducted online in June and December every year

    • 200 questions from PCM, English, General Knowledge, and Reasoning

  2. Clear Sponsorship Test

    • Includes Written Exam, Psychometric Test, and Personal Interview

    • Conducted by DG Shipping-approved RPSL shipping companies

  3. Clear Medical Examination

    • Conducted by a DG Shipping-approved doctor

Course Structure:

  • Pre-Sea Training (1 year)

    • Awarded Diploma in Nautical Science upon successful completion

  • On-Board Training (18 months)

    • Divided into either:

      • 2 phases of 9 months each, or

      • 3 phases of 6 months each

    • Cadets receive a stipend of USD $250 – $5000/month during training

  • Post-Sea Training (6 months)

    • Upon successful completion:

      • Awarded Certificate of Competency (COC) as a Second Officer by DG Shipping

      • Conferred B.Sc in Nautical Science by IMU

Course Commencement:

  • Twice a year: February and August

Sponsorship Requirement:

This is a fully sponsored course for onboard training.

Important: Sponsorship must be secured before joining the course, as it is mandatory for the onboard training phase.