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Q:   What is the fees for BTech at HIMT Chennai?
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The total fee for BTech courses at HIMT Chennai includes several components, such as tuition fee, hostel fee, admission fee, academic fee, etc.  The course fees can be paid semester-wise from the second year. Subsequent semester fees have to be paid online prior to the first day of May and November. Check out the fee components and amount in the table below:

Fee componentsAmount (for 3 - 4 years)
INR 9 Lacs - INR 13 lakh 
INR 25,000
INR 9.25 Lacs - INR 13.25 lakh

The fee amount mentioned is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to changeTherefore, it is indicative. 

 
Q:   How costly is HIMT Chennai?
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Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training, Chennai is not too much costly .The campus and infrastructure is well built. The courses fees is around INR 4 Lacs to INR 13 lakh including the mess and hostel. If you get scholarship the tuition fees will be less and you can there easily with INR 3 lakh to INR 10 lakh. The costs also depend on which course you gonna take. You can also check course wise fees on Shiksha.com or college website.

Q:   Why choose HIMT Chennai?
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Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT Chennai) is a private institute,  located in Kilpauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It has four campuses in Kilpauk,  Tidel Park,  Kalpakkam, and Vizag. Established in 1998,  HIMT is the only Institute in India to offer the maximum courses (90+) approved by the DG of Shipping. The institute is affiliated with the Indian Maritime University. HIMT Chennai is approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) and the Ministry of Shipping (Government of India) with a sanctioned intake of 60 students for each course.

Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT) Fee Structure

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Q:   What is the fee for UG courses at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?
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The fee for UG courses at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training) are as follows :-

1) B.Tech in Marine Engineering : INR 3,31,250/year [4 year course]

2) B.Tech in Marine Engineering (Lateral) : INR 3,33,333/year [4 year course]

3) B.Sc in Nautical Science : INR 3,33,333/year [3 year course]

Q:   What is the fee for various courses at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?
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Total tuition fees forvarious courses at HIMT College are:

B.Tech in Marine Engineering-13 Lakh

B.Tech. in Marine Engineering (Lateral Entry)- 9 Lakh

Certificate in General Purpose (GP) Rating- 1.9 Lakh

Basic STCW Safety Training Course (BST)- 14.9 Thousand

Certificate in Electro Technical Officers (ETO)- 2.5 Lakh

Q:   What is the fees for BSc at HIMT Chennai?
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The total fee for BSc courses at HIMT Chennai includes several components, such as tuition fee, hostel fee, admission fee, academic fee, etc.  The course fees can be paid semester-wise from the second year. Subsequent semester fees have to be paid online prior to the first day of May and November. Check out the fee components and amount in the table below:

Fee componentsAmount (for 3 years)
INR 9.8 lakh 
INR 25,000
INR 10 lakh

The fee amount mentioned is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to changeTherefore, it is indicative. 

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4.8/5
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What students say about Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT)
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Companies like Goodwood, Posh, Ocean Sparkle, etc., visited our college for placements and selected most of us.
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Electro Technical Officers (ETO) - Batch of 2024
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Overall, the experience was really good, and I am really happy and thankful.
Placements: We are an ongoing batch and 50 percent of the students have already got the placement, we also got the placement in reputed and top companies like Mediterranean Shipping Company, Maersk, OSM Thome, Berge Bulk, Zodiac Maritime, Synergy Maritime, Marshall, etc.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college and hostel is really good, and also there are all the necessary labs like BSW, ASW, electrical, and automation labs. There is also a ship on the campus (SIC) which gives the experience of the ship with the actual engine room and bridge.
Faculty: The faculty in the institute is really exceptional with a number of years of experience and great knowledge and always committed to the students' growth. There are also lab instructors with a number of years of experience in the industry, who are really helpful for us to gain knowledge.
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Electro Technical Officers (ETO) - Batch of 2024
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Comprehensive and industry-ready training for aspiring Electro-Technical Officers.
Placements: In our institute, around 50% of students were placed since we are the ongoing batch. Top recruiting companies like ZODIAC MARITIME, M.Sc. MAERSK, and OSM THOME are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems, automation, and power generation onboard.
Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available for the ETO course at HIMT are designed to meet international maritime training standards. Our institute is well-regarded for its emphasis on providing a holistic student experience, including excellent hostel, mess, medical, and recreational facilities.
Faculty: In our institute, the teaching faculty is widely recognized for its high level of expertise and commitment to delivering quality maritime education. The ETO course curriculum at HIMT is highly relevant and is designed to make students industry-ready by meeting the specific needs of the maritime sector.
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Electro Technical Officers (ETO) - Batch of 2024
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I am feeling proud to study in HIMT college, where the faculty members and batchmates are helpful.
Placements: As we are in the September batch of 2024, almost 50% of the cadets have been placed. Even if we pass out, they will call us when any company approaches the college. Top shipping companies like MAERSK, Zodiac, and Berge Bulk have come for recruitment so far. At the first sail, the role of ETO is trainee ETO.
Infrastructure: The ambiance of HIMT feels good and peaceful. Classrooms are provided with air conditioning facilities, and my college has a VR lab facility. Every week, there will be two periods for the library, and the books in the library are useful. Cadets from any state in India can have good food and feel good with the facilities of the hostel. Indoor and outdoor sports facilities are available, and we can play every evening.
Faculty: Yes, the teaching faculty members in HIMT College are very helpful, especially the ETO course faculty members. They are very friendly and have both knowledge and practical experience, so they help us score good marks. They provide us extra coaching for placements when the companies come for recruitment, and they take responsibility for every individual student to improve in both academics and communication.
Other: As of now, ETOs have good demand in the marine industry. I chose this valuable course and this valuable training institute. The demand for ETOs is even increasing because ME engines are coming into play in the future.
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Graduate Marine Engineering (GME) - Batch of 2024
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HIMT is one of the best platforms to pursue your career as a Marine.
Placements: In our course, 15 out of 30 students are placed in various companies like M.Sc., Zodiac Maritime, Marshall Shipping Management, Synergy, and D'Amico. The remaining cadets are shortlisted for reputed companies like Berge Bulk, M.Sc., and many other companies like MOL, Dynacom, etc.
Infrastructure: Our college consists of a beautiful environment with modern labs like AMW, BSW Seamanship Lab, Electrical Lab, Automation Lab, Virtual Reality Lab, ER Resource Lab, Ship Simulator, etc. The Ship in Campus provides a real shipboard machinery experience, which helps to boost your knowledge.
Faculty: For our course, the teaching quality and techniques for explanations are next level because all experienced chief engineers, second engineers, third engineers, and Masters are our teaching faculty. They share their technical experience and lots of troubleshooting problems, which help us become stronger.
Other: I have chosen this course because I decided in my childhood to become a Marine Engineer. In our college, many events are conducted, and everyone gets a chance to participate in other colleges' fests and paper presentations, where we can showcase our knowledge and skills. Finally, campus life and hostel facilities are too good.
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Graduate Marine Engineering (GME) - Batch of 2024
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Quality education, supportive faculty, good placements.
Placements: Up to my previous batch, all students from my course have gotten placements, and now many of them are onboard ships. From my batch, 50% have been placed on campus in reputed companies like Zodiac, M.Sc., Marshall, Synergy, D'Amico. For the remaining cadets, names have been sent to many companies like Burge Bulk, M.Sc.
Infrastructure: In HIMT, we can see excellent infrastructure, which has SHIP IN CAMPUS, AMW, BSW, ELECTRICAL LABS, which helps to get more practical knowledge on the machineries and systems. Also, HIMT has ERS, VR, SIMULATION labs that help to get real-time experience. Coming to hostel facilities, they are providing one room for each 4 members. It is good enough to stay for 4 members. The quality of food in the mess is also good. In HIMT, they have playgrounds for football, cricket, volleyball, basketball, badminton, and they also provide indoor game equipment. Also, every day one visiting doctor is available for medications.
Faculty: Very experienced faculty, who are having the highest ranks in this career, are teaching classes very well. They are also sharing their real-time experiences with us. Also, experienced lab technicians are briefing us on how to do work safely. All the facilities support us to get placement.
Other: Merchant navy officers have good respect in society and can earn a high salary, which helps financially support my family.
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Graduate Marine Engineering (GME) - Batch of 2024
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It was great to be part of HIMT.
Placements: 50 percentage we already placed from my batch, and 50 percentage are remaining. The highest is 750 dollars PM, the lowest is 350 dollars PM, and average is like 450 dollars PM. M.Sc, Marshal, Zodiac, Synergy, and Demico offer Trainee Marine Engineer roles. After completing, we will join the ship.
Infrastructure: Here we all received all the facilities that are our requirements, like good classrooms, a ship in campus, auxiliary machines workshop, basic skill workshop, playground, etc. In our hostel facilities, we got 24/7 water supply, electricity, peaceful environment, and the accommodation structure was good.
Faculty: Yes, teachers are really helpful, and we are glad that we got very knowledgeable and experienced qualified teachers. Teaching qualities are very precious. The course is very relevant, and for sure, all students are ready for industries. The passing percentage was 100%. Exams went very well because of how they taught.
Other: Always I want to be a sailor, and my intention is in machineries only, so, for that only, I choose this career. Here, we get all the chances to do work or extracurricular activities. Especially, I compiled in many events.
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Admission FAQs

Q:   What is the latest cutoff information for admission to B.Sc at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?
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Eligibility criteria for B.Sc at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training :

Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as mandatory subjects from a recognised board.

Minimum Marks:

60% aggregate marks in PCM in 12th Std.

50% marks in English subject in 10th/12th Std.

Note: Candidates need to get an IMU-CET Rank

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Q:   Are admissions at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training) entrance-based or merit-based?
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The admissions at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training) is based on the candidate's performance in the entrance exam. There is an entrance exam known as IMUCET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test) which the candidates need to give.  The IMU CET entrance exam is conducted in CBT (Computer Based Test) mode annually. Depending upon the performance of the candidate, it allows the students to take admission in the all 6 campuses of IMU (Indian Maritime University).

Q:   What is the selection process for B Tech and what is the minimum 12th class percentage required?
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The selection process for B.Tech programs can vary among different colleges and universities with some elements like Educational Qualification, Entrance Examination, Merit list, Interviews, Reservation Quotas etc.

Normally, we can get admission in private B.Tech colleges after passing class 12th but for getting admission in good/reputed University or colleges we have to give an exam called JEE Mains (Joint Entance Exam). According to the marks scored in this exam, we get placement in B.Tech colleges.

It is common for universities to set a minimum eligibility criteria, often ranging from 50% to 75% in the aggregate of the relevant subjects. But the minimum percentage required in the 12th class can vary from institution to intuition.

Q:   What are the top Scholarships for B Tech at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training) and how to avail them?
A: 

Top Scholarships for B Tech (Marine Engg.) at HIMT College

  • Amount- Rs. 50000 /-

        To avail this you have to score above 95% in PCM at 12th standard examination; or those who are in the top 100 places of IMU CET List can avail this

  • Amount- Rs. 25000 /-

       To avail this you have to Score above 85% in PCM at XII Std examination; or those who are in between 101 – 500 ranks of IMU CET list can avail this.

Q:   Can I get HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training), B Tech with a 56 percentage in 12th class?
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No, you can't get HIMT College (Hindustan Institude of Maritime Training) for B.Tech with 56% in 12th class because eligibility criteria for B.Tech in this college is:

  • 10+2 with 60% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: TNEA, CBSE 12th, Tamilnadu 12th

 

Q:   Which is the best course at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?
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HIMT College offers a vast array of maritime courses. Some of the best courses offered are:

B.Tech (Marine Engineering) – 4 Years

B.Sc. (Nautical Science) – 3 Years

B.Tech (Marine Engineering)- Lateral Entry – 3 Years

Graduate Marine Engineering (GME) – 1 year

General Purpose Rating (GP Rating) – 6 Months

Electro Technical Officers (ETO) – 4 Months

Orientation Course for Catering Personnel (OCCP) – 12 days

Post Sea Courses

Among these B.Tech Marine Engineering course and B.Sc Nautical Science are popular courses. 

Q:   What is the admission process at HIMT?
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For admission to HIMT Group of Institutions, candidates need to fill the application form online or in offline mode. The step-wise admission process of HIMT is given below: 

Step 1: For registration, candidates need to submit the entrance exam score for the respective test they have appeared for admission to different courses. The entrance exam scorecards have to be submitted at the time of registration.

Step 2: Candidates can fill out the HIMT Group of Institutions application form 2024 in both online & offline modes. Candidates can either fill out the form on the official website or submit the hard copy by visiting the campus.

Step 3: The selection process of HIMT Group of Institutions includes an examination of candidates based on their aspirations, and experiences. The admission panel will also evaluate the candidates based on their academic accomplishments during the interview stages of the selection process.

Step 4: Candidates shortlisted as per the course eligibility & selection rounds will have to submit the prescribed admission fee of INR 1,000. Following this, candidates are required to go through the document verification and are intimated about the date of commencement of the classes.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for B Tech at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?
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To be eligible for admission to the B Tech programme at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training), candidates must meet certain criteria. The eligibility criteria are as follows :-

  • Educational Qualifications: - Candidates must have completed their 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognised board or university with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Additionally, candidates should have obtained a minimum aggregate score of 60% in these subjects.
  • Entrance Exam:-   Applicants seeking admission to the B Tech programme must show up for an entrance exam. The college accepts results from a number of state- and national-level entrance exams, including VITEEE, BITSAT and JEE Main.
  • Counseling Process:   After qualifying in the entrance exam, candidates need to participate in the counseling process conducted by HIMT College. During counseling, candidates will be allotted seats based on their merit ranks and availability of seats .
  • Document Verification:-  Candidates need to submit all necessary documents during the admission process for verification purposes. These  include mark sheets,   certificates, identity proof,   passport-sized photographs  etc.
Q:   When will IMU release the IMU CET admit card?
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IMU CET 2026 admit card is expected to be released in May 2026. The admission authority releases the IMU CET admit card online for eligible candidates. Candidates can download the IMU CET admit card by using their login credentials. Details regarding the exam date, timings, venue, guidelines, and more are released through the admit card of IMU CET. While reporting to the exam center, the candidates are required to present their admit card and proof of identity.

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Yes, to get admitted to HIMT Chennai's BSc programme, the IMU CET is required. The IMU CET results are accepted for admission to BSc programmes at all HIMT campuses. Therefore, applicants must complete the IMU CET application form and pay the application fee to get admission into the Bachelor of Sci

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Answered 3 months ago

Candidates who want to take admission to a BSc in HIMT College first need to appear in the IMU-CET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test). It is a national-level common entrance test for admission to BSc and various courses at IMU campuses and affiliated colleges to the Indian Maritime Un

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Yes, a medical certificate is compulsory to get admission into BTech courses at HIMT Chennai. Candidates need to produce a certificate of medical fitness issued by a D.G. Shipping-approved doctor. This document is required to be submitted at the time of admission, when the applicant is selected. Thi

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The subjects that are offered in the first semester of the BTech course offered at HIMT Chennai are meant to create a foundational base for the students in the field of Marine Engineering. Check out the names of the subjects offered in the first semester of the BTech course at HIMT Chennai:

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Kartik Sharma

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The eligibility requirements and admission process of both HIMT Chennai Kolkata and Coimbatore Marine College are almost the same. The basic requirement that candidates must fulfill is that applicants must complete their Class 12 from the PCM stream with an aggregate of 60% and a minimum of 50% mark

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