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at GEIMS, Lonavla

The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (GEIMS) offers various undergraduate programmes including DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science), GME (Graduate Marine Engineer), ETO (Electro Technical Officer), and GP Rating. The duration of these programmes varies from course to course. Admission to all the courses offered by the GEIMS is both merit and entrance-based. The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (GEIMS) offers diploma and certificate courses including 1 UG course. Seats intake availability for these courses at The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (GEIMS) goes up to 160.

The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (GEIMS) has been rated 4.8 for faculty as per reviews by students. This represents that The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (GEIMS) has a dedicated faculty that combines extensive sea service with teaching experience. GEIMS faculty members live on campus and are readily available to students outside of class hours. They not only help clarify any doubts but also provide mentorship for those pursuing a challenging career at sea. GEIMS faculty members are also trained, at least once every year, by industry professionals and international academicians in the best global teaching practices. 

GEIMS Pune admissions are both merit and entrance-based. The institute conducts an online examination for all courses except General Purpose Rating. The selection for GPR is based on the performance of the candidates in the personal interview round and merit in the last qualifying exam. Aspirants applying for Diploma course have to also appear for IMU CET for admission. Selected candidates have to further undergo a medical examination for final selection.

No, GEIMS Pune does not offer direct admission. Candidates have to first apply for the preferred programme and then appear for an online examination conducted by the institute. Admission to General Purpose Rating is merit-based and aspirants do not need to appear for the test. Once selected, candidates are further called for a personal interview round for selection. The final admission is offered based on academic score, test score, medical test and performance of the aspirants in the interview round.

The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (GEIMS) is a reputed institute for UG diploma and certificates. Students can opt for these programmes to pursue their careers in Science and Engineering. The institute has trained & experienced faculty who deliver these programmes. The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies (GEIMS) has a review rating of 4.6 based on reviews by students. In addition to this, it has been rated 4.7 on campus life, 4.6 on placements, 4.8 on faculty and 4.7 on Infrastructure.

GEIMS is visited by top companies for placements such as The Great Eastern Shipping Company, MSC Fleet Management Limited, Torm Shipping India Pte. Ltd., Fleet Management Limited, Goodwood Shipmanagement, Seaspan Ship Management, Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement, Scorpio Ship Management India Pvt. Ltd., Marshal Ship Management, Wallem Shipping, D'Amico Ship Ishima India Pvt. Ltd., NYK Shipmanagement, and World Tankers Management PTE LTD, among others.

The total course fee for certificate courses at GEIMS Pune ranges between INR 4.28 lakh and INR 6.17 lakh. Candidates have to pay the course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the institute. Below is course-wise certificate fee:

GEIMS Pune application forms are available online. Candidates fulfiling the eligibility criteria can apply by paying an application fee. Below are the steps to apply for GEIMS admission:

1: Visit the official website of GEIMS Pune.

2: Click on 'Apply Now' on the Home page.

3: Read the instructions and fill out the application form.

4: Upload the documents and pay the application fee to submit the form.

GEIMS Pune considers academic scores of the candidates along with test score and PI round. Aspirants must fulfil the eligibility requirements to their course for admission. Below is course-wise eligibility for GEIMS Pune: