The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies - GEIMS Lonavla Pune Answered Questions

The documents required for Graduate Marine Engineer (GME) admission at GEIMS are:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Naval Architecture from an AICTE-approved institute.Minimum of 50% marks in the final year of graduation.Minimum of 50% marks in English (either in 10th, 12th, or graduation).Medical certificate as per DG Shipping medical standards.
Note: The admission process also includes an online test, personal interview, and medical test.

To apply for Electro Technical Officer (ETO) admission at GEIMS, the following documents are required:1. Passport 2. Online Application Form3. Recent passport size photographs4. Demand Draft for application fee5. Originals/photocopies of certificates (for verification)

No, you cannot get direct admission to GEIMS Electro Technical Officer (ETO) programme. The admission process involves several steps, including online application, online examination, personal interview, and medical test. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria and undergo these stages to be considered for admission.

The eligibility criteria for direct admission to the Electro Technical Officer (ETO) course at GEIMS includes:
- Age: Not more than 25 years on the date of commencement of the course
- Marital Status: Unmarried
- Educational Qualification: Diploma/Degree in a recognised institution by State or Central Government or AICTE
- Application Fees: INR 750 (non-refundable)
- Students must have a BTech/BE degree or Diploma
- Students who have appeared for the final year examinations must produce original mark-sheets for all 8 semesters and a provisional degree on the commencement of the course.

ETO course at GEIMS is a 1-year programme with 4 months on-shore training and 8 months shipboard training, designed by industry leaders according to global standards. GEIMS is part of India's the largest private sector shipping company and has a "CRISIL Grade 1" certification, indicating high-quality education. The programme has a clear career path with stages of training and elevation to Electro Technical Officer, with salary determined by market conditions and industry standards.

GME graduates from GEIMS can work as Trainee Marine Engineers or Fifth Engineers on ships, and the institute has a 100% placement guarantee with various shipping companies, including The Great Eastern Shipping Company, M.Sc Fleet Management Limited, Torm Shipping India Pte. Ltd., and others.

Why choose Graduate Marine Engineer (GME) at GEIMS?
Legacy in Maritime Training: GEIMS is a part of India's the largest private sector shipping company, The Great Eastern Shipping Company.
CRISIL Grade 1 Certification: The course has been assigned "CRISIL Grade 1" certification, indicating outstanding quality of education.
Combination of Classroom and Experiential Learning: The programme combines classroom learning, experiential learning, and on-the-job training to prepare students for a career at sea.
Assured On-Board Training: GEIMS provides assured on-board training either with GE Shipping or one of its subsidiaries or with companies having an agreement with GE Shipping.
Placement Opportunities: The institute has MOUs/Agreements with reputed foreign shipping companies for placement/employment on their merchant navy vessels.
Specialized Offshore Training: GEIMS offers specialised offshore training to candidates aspiring to choose the offshore oil and gas industry.
State-of-the-Art Infrastructure: The institute has excellent classroom facilities, a e-library, Science and electricity/electronic laboratories, IT facilities, sports, and gymnasium.

The documents required for eligibility verification during Electro Technical Officer (ETO) admissions at GEIMS include:
Passport
Educational certificates (diploma/degree)
Mark-sheets for all 8 semesters
Provisional degree
Recent passport size photographs
Demand Draft for application fee
Other documents as specified by the institute (e.g. medical certificate)
Note: The exact list of documents may vary, and it's best to check with the institute for the most up-to-date information.

The candidate should pursue a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication/Communication Engineering, or Electronics and Instrumentation or equivalent to be eligible for admission to the Electro Technical Officer (ETO) at GEIMS.