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Which is the best course at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?

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
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What is the average package for B.Tech students at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?

The average package for B.Tech students at HIMT College is around INR 4 Lakhs per annum. The placement cell at the college assists students in finding suitable jobs, and many students secure positions at good companies with attractive salaries. The placement process includes mock interviews, group d
Can Diploma holders apply for lateral entry admission to the BTech programme at HIMT College?
Yes, Diploma holders in Mechanical Engineering or Marine Engineering from an AICTE-approved institute can apply for lateral entry admission to BTech at HIMT College. They should have a minimum of 60% overall aggregate and a minimum of 50% aggregate in English at both Class 10 and Class 12 levels. Th
What is the latest cutoff information for B Tech at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?
Admissions to HIMT is done on the basis of your class 12th marks. It does not conduct any competitive exam for the same. Thus, Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training, HIMT uses your class 12 percentage to determine your eligibility in their B Tech program. 60% in class 12th is the minimum cutoff r
How can I get into Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training, Andhra Pradesh for UG/PG courses? Am I eligible for admission?
| Courses | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Certificate | Every candidate qualified to conduct assessments and examinations of seafarers for certificates of competency issued in accordance of the STCW convention, 1978, as amended should possess a certificate of competency no lower than the certificate or qualification, which he/she is to examine and certify on behalf of the Directorate General of Shipping. Shall hold a Certificate of Competency, issued by the Govt of India or equivalent, either as Master (FG) / MEO Class I (FG) / ETO /GMDSS (GOC) And Hold a certificate for "Training Course for Trainers and Assessors" (TOTA). Have Fluency (both spoken and written) in the language in which the course will be conducted. |
How is life at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?

HIMT has a world-class pre-sea training campus in Kalpakkam, TN. The faculty are very well experienced and they trained us well. Overall, my experience at HIMT campus was very positive.
Students come to study in this college all over India as well as neighboring countries.
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Is B Sc. at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training) better than VIT Chennai?
In my opinion, VIT Chennai is better than HIMT college because
- the highest salary placement in VIT Chennai is 75 LPA and the highest salary placement in HIMT College is 4 LPA.
- VIT has 2 coarses for B Sc. and HIMT has only one i.e Nautical Science.
- Total fees in VIT for B Sc. is 2.40 Lacs whereas
How many students can do BSc at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?
All students who has passeed IMUCET exam and scored 60% aggregate in Class 12 are eligible for admission in B Sc. at HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training) and age limit at the time of coarse commencement should be 17- 25 years.
Which one is better for B Tech, VIT Chennai or HIMT College (Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training)?
- Courses: Engineering, technology, management, science, humanities
- Placements: In 2023, VIT Chennai placed over 7,000 students with an average salary of INR 8.