Nautical Science

The Nautical Science course is the study of the concepts and methods for safely operating various types of vessels. Nautical Science includes topics such as navigation, ship stability, propulsion, fire safety, security, and other themes. Nautical Science courses are a multidisciplinary discipline that deals with the study of techniques and learning how to navigate and operate a ship safely. The study of Nautical Science comprises both academic and practical learning.

Nautical Science courses are designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in the maritime industry. Nautical Science courses can vary in duration, focus, and level of qualification. There are many courses that candidates can pursue to enter the Nautical Science field such as BSc, Diploma, and MSc. The most popular Nautical Science courses are as follows:

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IMU CET Rank Required for Admission

• General Category: A rank below 1,000 is considered competitive for SIMS.

• Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC): Ranks up to 1,500–2,000 may suffice due to relaxation.

• Cutoff Trends (Past Years):

  • 2023: Closing rank ~800 (General) | ~1,800 (SC/ST).

  • 2022: Closing rank ~1,200 (General).

• Note: Ranks vary annually based on seats (total ~40–60 at SIMS) and applicant pool.

Official Source: Check IMU CET Cutoff Notifications.

The cutoff for BSc in Nautical Science at Tolani Maritime Institute based on previous year trends requires PCM subjects at 65-70% with English at 55-60% in 10+2 examinations and an IMUCET rank between 1500 and 2000. Cutoff percentages for admission tend to shift annually because the number of applicants and exam difficulty levels and seat availability affect the cutoff amounts.

The exact cutt for The Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test for B.Sc Nautical Science in TS Chanakya cannot be estimated but the closing rank round can range between 2500 to 3500.

The cutoff in TS Chanakya through IMU CTE for general category lies above 2500. 

As TS Chanakya is known for its programme of B.Sc Nautical Science the cutoffs are also high.

The total fees for the 3-year B.Sc. Nautical Science course at Tolani Maritime Institute are approximately INR 6.66 Lacs including tuition and a one time payment for a caution deposit and there is fee structure. Onetime Payment includes caution deposit of INR 20,000 and the total fee is INR 6.86 Lakh.

No current data exists about the cutoff process for the BSc in Nautical Science program at AMET Chennai yet applicants need to fulfill basic entry criteria with minimum 60% marks from 12th standard. The complete tuition cost of this 3-year program amounts to INR 12,60,000 while the course accepts 360 students annually. Students can enter the program through 10+2 mark scores combined with AMET entrance test results with interview performance and medical examination results. BSc in Nautical Science graduates from AMET Chennai can expect a salary ranging between INR 3.6 lakhs and INR 3.6 lakhs per year (median salary).