Science

Hi Akshay,
Eligibility- 45% aggregate of four subjects PCME with 50% in Mathematics
No entrance exam is there. Admission is strictly on merit basis.
Colleges that you can consider-
Andhra University
Allahabad University
Banaras Hindu University
University of Rajasthan
University of Pune
University of Mumbai
University of Mysore
You can refine the search as per your preference and shortlist the ones for which you meet the qualifying criteria.
As for choosing the best, you can consider parameters such as Faculty, Course Material, Quality Education, Fees, Accreditation, Infrastructure and Success Rate.
I hope it helps. Please feel free to revert.
Wish you luck.

Hi Tushar,
Yes, there is a difference between Diploma Nautical Science and B.Sc. in Nautical Science course.
# If you pursue a degree course it takes around 3-4 years while a diploma takes 1-2 years.
# A degree is generally conferred to you by an accredited or recognized university whereas a diploma can be conferred to a person by any private educational or vocational institution or polytechnic.
# The degree in Nautical Science emphasizes significance on academics whereas, the diploma in Nautical Science focuses on getting a person trained and qualified in a particular field.
# Job opportunities even increase for a degree holder as compared to a diploma holder.
In a nutshell, I would suggest you to choose according to your interest and convenience. I hope it helps. Please feel free to revert.
Wish you luck.

Hi Tushar,
For training, the best training institution for the navigating officers is the T.S. Chanakya. Candidates who qualify from here, that is complete their first certificate of competency of Second Mate, need to go through a three year training in Nautical Science (B.Sc.) and then complete a year's duration of practical training in the deck department of a merchant ship.Selection is based on the Joint Entrance Examination given by the IIT; a merit list is prepared after the written test and interview are completed and the Director General of Shipping has the authority to chose which of the 2 training programmes the candidate is best suited for (students can let their preference be known) Both the T.S. Chanakya and MERI institutions do help (under no Government obligations) in recruiting their graduates in suitable Indian Shipping Companies.
As far as remuneration and other benefits are concerned Merchant Navy is one of the few careers where the salary is relatively high. The pay is definitely different from company to company, depending on the city, country, export and import needs, seniority etc.
I hope it helps. Please feel free to revert.
Wish you luck.