Diploma in Nautical Science

What is Diploma in Nautical Science?

Diploma in nautical science course is framed to provide theoretical as well as practical exposure to students about fundamentals of navigation and seamanship. It is a 1-year diploma course, and the basic eligibility criteria to seek admission in Diploma in Nautical Science course is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum aggregate of 55%.

Various institutes offer Diplomas in Nautical Science, candidates can get admission to any institute through merit or entrance exam. After completion of the Diploma in Nautical Science, candidates can pursue higher studies or start a job. There are various jobs available for Diploma holders such as Junior Rank Officer in the Merchant Navy, Apprentice, 2nd Mates Officer, Captain of the ship, etc.

Diploma in Nautical Science Course: Highlights

Course Name	Diploma in Nautical Science
Short-Form	DNS
Duration	1 Year
Level	Diploma Level
Exam Type	UG Diploma
Eligibility	10+2 Science Stream With PCM subjects
Admission Process	Both Merit-based and Entrance Based
Average Course Fee	INR 20,000 to INR 3,00,000
Average Salary	INR 2,15,000 to INR 15,00,000
Job Profiles	Junior Rank Officer in Merchant Navy Apprentice  2nd Mates Officer Captain of the ship
Top Recruiting Companies	Wallem Ship Management, Apeejay Shipping, United Ocean Ship Management, MSC Ship Management, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, MMS Maritime (MMSI), Gulf Energy Maritime Services (GEM), Univan Ship Management, Wilhelmsen Ship Management, Herald Maritime Service, Saarland Management Service

Eligibility Criteria of Diploma in Nautical Science

Candidates should check the eligibility criteria before seeking admission to the Diploma in Nautical Science. We have listed the eligibility criteria of Diploma in Nautical Science candidates need to fulfil these criteria. 

• Candidates should have completed their 10+2 from a recognized board with PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Maths respectively) as the main subjects.
• The candidate should have a  10+2 with a minimum aggregate of 55%

Admission Process of Diploma in Nautical Science

There are various colleges who offer Diploma in Nautical Science, each college has a different admission process. Some of the colleges provide admission on the basis of 10+2 examination whereas some colleges conduct an entrance exam for giving admission to students.

• Entrance Based Admission Process

Aspirants need to fill the application form of the desired college they want to seek admission in diploma in nautical science, prepare for the entrance exam, appear for the exam then the students will be shortlisted based on the entrance exam result which will be followed by a personal interview that will be conducted by the college.

• Merit-Based Admission Process

Various colleges offer Diploma in nautical science, candidates need to apply for admission by filling up the registration form of the respective college. After filling the registration form candidates need to wait for the cut-off list of the respective college.

Diploma in Nautical Science Syllabus

• English & Communication Skills
• Applied Mathematics Paper I
• Nautical Physics & Electronics Paper I
• Principles of Navigation Paper I
• Ship Operation Technology Paper I
• Naval Architecture Paper I
• Applied Mathematics Paper II
• Nautical Physics & Electronics Paper II
• Voyage Planning & Collision Prevention
• Cargo Work & Marine Communication Paper I
• Environmental Science Paper I
• Marine Engineering & Control System
• Applied Mathematics Paper III
• Nautical Physics & Electronics Paper III
• Voyage Planning & Collision Prevention Paper II
• Bridge Procedure & Legal Knowledge
• Environmental Science Paper II
• Marine Engineering & Control System
• Computer Science
• Applied Mathematics Paper IV
• Nautical Physics & Electronics Paper IV
• Principles of Navigation Paper II
• Ship Operation Technology Paper II
• Naval Architecture Paper II
• Principles of Navigation Paper III
• Ship Operation Technology Paper II
• Naval Architecture Paper III
• Maritime Law
• Environmental Science Paper III
• Principles of Navigation Paper IV
• Ship Operation Technology Paper IV
• Voyage Planning & Collision Prevention Paper III
• Shipping Management
• Marine Engineering & Control System

Colleges for Diploma in Nautical Science

College	City	Average Fee
Tolani Maritime Institute	Pune	INR 4,45,000
The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies	Pune	INR 6,50,000
Cosmopolitan Technology of Maritime College	Chennai	INR 2,20,000
Haldia Institute of Maritime Studies and Research	Medinipur	INR 36,000
Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training	Chennai	INR 2,75,000
Southern Academy of Maritime Studies	Chennai	INR 2,58,000
Indian Maritime University	Chennai	INR 2,02,000
International Maritime Academy	Chennai	INR 1,45,000
International Maritime Academy	Uttar Pradesh	INR 2,25,000
Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies	Mumbai	INR 6,50,000