Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT) Kilpauk Chennai Answered Questions

Yes, there is a fee refund policy for Electro Technical Officers (ETO) at HIMT Chennai. According to the policy:
- Caution deposits are refundable at the end of the course after adjustments for damages or breakages.
- Application fees are non-refundable.
- Fees paid are forfeited if a student withdraws from the course.
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To apply for Electro Technical Officers (ETO) at HIMT Chennai, you need to meet the eligibility criteria which includes having a BE/B.Tech degree in Electrical, Electronics, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Telecommunication/Communication, or Electronics and Instrumentation with at least 50% aggregate marks in degree. You also need to have at least 50% in English in either 10th or 12th grade. If not, you must have 50% aggregate in your degree exam, provided the degree was taught in English. Additionally, you need to undergo a medical examination. The course is strictly residential and commences every alternative month.

The overhead expenses during Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) at HIMT Chennai include:
Application Fee: ₹999
Course Fees: ₹4,95,000 (includes Accommodation, Food, Workshops, Laboratory, Library, Uniform & Books)
Caution Deposit (Refundable): ₹20,000
Note: The fees do not include any additional expenses such as travel, medical expenses, or any other personal expenses.

The HIMT Chennai offers admission to the Electro Technical Officers (ETO) course based on the following criteria:
Academic Qualification:
BE/B.Tech degree in Electrical, Electronics, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Telecommunication/Communication, or Electronics and Instrumentation with at least 50% aggregate marks in degree.
Diploma to BE/B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Candidates: Entered BE/B.Tech in the 2nd year through lateral entry after completing a Diploma in the relevant fields.
Age Limit: Maximum 35 years of age at the time of course commencement.
Medical Examination: Selected candidates will undergo a stringent medical examination with a DGS Approved doctor.
Entry Requirement:
Passed in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English as a separate subject with minimum 50% marks in English at 10th or 12th standard, AND passed three year's Diploma with 60% marks.
Passed Four years Degree including Lateral Entry, with 50% marks, in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication / Communication Engineering, or Electronics and Instrumentation, or equivalent.
Physical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit including eye sight and hearing as prescribed in the Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Rules, 2000, as amended.

The one-time payment for the Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) at HIMT Chennai includes:
- Application Fee: ₹999
- Course Fees: ₹4,95,000 (includes Accommodation, Food, Workshops, Laboratory, Library, Uniform & Books)
- Caution Deposit (Refundable): ₹20,000

No, counselling is not required for admission to Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) at HIMT Chennai. The admission process involves steps such as application fee payment, HIMT online interview, and course fee payment, but it does not include counselling.

Admission criteria for General Purpose (GP) Rating at HIMT Chennai includes:- Course Duration: 6 Months- Approved by: D.G. Shipping Govt. Of India, Approval No: TR/A/25/2003- Department: Engine / Deck- Entrance Test: HIMT (Online)- Course Commencement: Jan 2026 (Applications will open 15th Sept 2025)

The age limit to pursue the Electro Technical Officers (ETO) course at HIMT Chennai is:
Maximum 26 years of age at the time of commencement of the course for BE/B.Tech degree holders.
Maximum 35 years of age at the time of commencement of the course for Diploma holders.

No, there are no hidden charges that you need to pay over & above the course fee for Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) at HIMT Chennai. The course fees include Accommodation, Food, Workshops, Laboratory, Library, Uniform & Books. However, you need to pay an Application Fee of Rs. 999/- and a Caution Deposit of Rs. 20,000/- which is refundable.