How to join Merchant Navy after a Diploma
If you have completed a diploma in Marine/ Mechanical / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics engineering and are interested in joining the Merchant Navy, you may be wondering what your options are. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to join the Merchant Navy after a diploma, including the necessary qualifications and the steps you need to take to achieve your goals.
B.Tech Lateral Entry: Who is Eligible?
One option for diploma holders who wish to pursue a career in the Merchant Navy is B.Tech lateral entry. This program is available to students who have completed a diploma in Marine/ Mechanical / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics engineering engineering and wish to pursue a B.Tech degree.
If you have completed a three-year diploma after your 10th standard, you can enroll in B.Tech lateral entry, which is typically a three-year program.
For example, if you have completed a diploma in mechanical engineering after your 10th standard, you will do a 3-year course and after that, you can apply for lateral entry in B.Tech. The lateral entry option is available in all engineering colleges, and it allows students to directly enroll in the second year of a B.Tech program.
B.Tech Lateral Entry for Marine Engineering
If you are interested in pursuing a career in marine engineering, you can enrol in a B.Tech lateral entry program. We suggest only 5 colleges for Btech Marine engineering which are The Marine Engineering and Research Institute (MERI) in Kolkata, and the Tolani Maritime Institute in Pune, The Marine Engineering and Research Institute (MERI) in Mumbai, IMI Noida with MSC Sponsorship and AMET Chennai with Maersk Sponsorship.
To be eligible for admission to these programs, you must first pass the Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMUCET). It’s worth noting that the Directorate General of Shipping has recently updated its curriculum, stating that students who wish to enrol in B.Tech lateral entry programs must still pass the IMUCET exam.
Once you have passed the IMUCET exam, you can apply to either Tolani Maritime Institute or MERI Kolkata, depending on your rank. You will need to take the Tolani Maritime Institute Science Aptitude Test (TMISAT) to be eligible for admission to Tolani Maritime Institute.
After being admitted to one of these programs, you will need to complete the second, third, and fourth years of the program and participate in campus placement activities.
If you want to know more about IMUCET – Read this blog
Placement Scenario for B.Tech in Marine Engineering
Considering the placement scenario is important if you’re interested in pursuing a B.Tech in Marine Engineering, as the job market has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic but is slowly recovering.
However, it’s worth noting that the placement scenario for B.Tech in Marine Engineering is not as good as other engineering disciplines.
If you are considering this option, it’s important to research the job market and understand what opportunities are available.
We suggest only 5 colleges for Btech Marine engineering which have good placement records and they are The Marine Engineering and Research Institute (MERI) in Kolkata, and the Tolani Maritime Institute in Pune, The Marine Engineering and Research Institute (MERI) in Mumbai, IMI Noida with MSC Sponsorship and AMET Chennai with Maersk Sponsorship.
Graduate Marine Engineering Course
Another way for diploma holders to join the merchant navy is through B.Tech lateral entry in Mechanical Engineering. This means that instead of entering a Marine Engineering program directly, candidates can opt to complete a B.Tech program in Mechanical Engineering first and then pursue a Graduate Marine Engineering Course (GME).
To be eligible for this program, one must have completed a three-year diploma in mechanical engineering and must have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in the final year of the diploma program. This program does not require the IMUCET exam, unlike the B.Tech lateral entry in the Marine Engineering program.
To apply for this program, candidates must first apply to colleges that offer B.Tech lateral entry in Mechanical Engineering. Many colleges across India offer this program, and candidates can choose a college based on their location, faculty, and infrastructure.
Once a candidate has completed their B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, they can then opt for a GME program. The GME program is a one-year course that covers various aspects of marine engineering, including ship construction, marine propulsion, and ship operations. The course aims to equip candidates with the essential knowledge and skills to perform the duties of marine engineers on ships.
To be eligible for the GME program, candidates must have completed their B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks. They must also meet certain medical and physical fitness criteria, as per the guidelines of the Directorate General of Shipping.
Conclusion
To pursue a career in the Merchant Navy after completing a diploma in engineering, you have various options available. Two popular choices are the B.Tech lateral entry programs in marine engineering and mechanical engineering. By following the steps outlined in this blog post, you can enhance your chances of success and achieve your career goals in the Merchant Navy.
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I have +2 in pcm and completed ITI and than complete Diploma in electrical engineering through Lateral entry LEET can i eligible for ETO course
i have +2 in pass and diploma mechanical engineer cores as complete . i am working in site engineer possession. i am interested join this navy Feld
Hi Naveen, if you have decided to join Merchant Navy, you can check our free How to Join Merchant Navy Series or you can call at 7417349336 for further information.
have done a 2 year diploma in electrical engineering (polytechnic courses) after 12th through leet, am I eligible for an ETO post in the merchant navy?
Unfortunately not! To get into ETO Course you need a 3 Year Diploma Course only then you are eligible for Merchant Navy.
Have done a 3 year deploma in mechanical engineering (polytechnic course)i eligible for merchant Navy?
Yes, you are eligible for lateral entry in marine engineering course from Tolani Maritime, MERI Mumbai, MERI kolkata.
I’ve done two years of diploma (through lateral entry diploma) after class 12th can i join EtO
Hi Ajay, to apply for ETO you need 3 year diploma or B.Tech in Electrical. You can check out your eligibility for ETO or any other course with our ELIGIBILITY CALCULATOR.
I am currently doing 3 years diploma in ece and now I want to know how to join marchent navy
Hi Satyam, you can join merchant navy through ETO as you are doing 3 year diploma. So, if you want to know how to join merchant navy check our our free ETO guidance series. To check your eligibility, you can check out our ETO eligibility calculator.
I have done Diploma in Computer Science. Am I Eligible for BTech Marine Engineering.
Hi Ranajit, Yes you can go for B.Tech Marine Engineering after giving IMU CET if you are between 17 to 25 years of age. To know the complete eligibility, check out our Marine Engineering Eligibility Criteria.
HY SIR MEINE DIPLOMA KIYA HAI 2 ITI OR USKE BAAD POLTECH KYA MEIN ETO COURSE KR SKTA HU
Hi NAMAN, to know about the eligibility in Merchant Navy, you can check out our Merchant Navy Eligibility calculator.
Hi i am sarju i completed my 3 years of diploma after 10 in diploma I have completed automobile engineering and now I can join the merchant Navy
Hi Sarju, after completing 3 year Diploma, you have just one option available to join Merchant Navy and that is GP Rating. CLICK HERE to learn complete information about GP Rating Guidance Series.
Hi sir m sifat sir I have done diploma of associate engineer in electrical technology
Sir tell how join marrine……
Hi Siffat Amin, you can check out our free How to Join Merchant Navy Guidance Series which will explain you which department you should join and how you can join merchant navy.
I have 3 years associate engineer in electrical technology.. but m interested marrine so tell me how m join marrine….
Diploma electrical engineering 2nd year appearance
Hi Subhasish, if you want to know which course you are eligible for then check out the Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator.
Sir, I am interested to join merchant navy but how can i apply? Could you help me? ITI pass diploma electrical engineering 2nd year 4th semester complete. What can I do navy join which post
Diploma Engineering pass
Hi Rana, to check which course you are eligible for after Diploma, check out our Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator which will tell you about the courses you are eligible for and the course that you should join.
I’m a security officer in Qatar gas plant
Hey Danial, Check our Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator and find our the courses with which you can Join Merchant Navy.
I have completed my diploma in mechanical engineering and I’m interested in merchant Navy. Can you tell me the admission process
Hey Bhoomi, first of all you need to find out for which courses you are eligible for, in which our Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator will help you. After that check out our free How to Join Merchant Navy Series and start your preparation with many preparatory courses available in our site.
Hi I completed my mechanical diploma after 10th in 2015. My date of Birth is 27.04.1991
Am I eligible to join shipping ???
As Engine cadet or Trainee ETO
Hey Dalvir, you can check out the courses you are eligible for with our Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator.
Sir I will complete my diploma in ece and I want to join in merchant Navy can you please tell me sir
Hey Mehtab, first you need to check which course you are eligible for with our Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator and then check out how you can go for the suggested courses from our free How to Join Merchant Navy Guidance Series.
I’ve completed my 3 years in mechatronics in diploma polytechnic I’m 25 year old am i eligible for applying for merchant Navy or merchant Navy university ,please help me out !.
Hey Nitesh, you can check out Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator to learn which course you are eligible for in the Merchant Navy.
Good morning
After diploma can i join GME course
Hi Lajith, you can check your eligibility for top GME Colleges with our GME Eligibility Calculator.
My dream is marchant navy
Hi Mukesh, you can check out our free How to Join Merchant Navy and get started with our preparatory course available in our website.
Hi there
I am 24 years old and have done
2 year diploma in mechanical (ITI)and
3 year POLYTECHNICAL diploma in Electrical Engineering
Need some guidance to join merchant navy
Hi Naman, you can check which course you are eligible for with our Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator.
I have completed diploma in mechanical and also pursuing mechanical engineering after this how i can join merchant navy
Hi Suhas, you can go for GME after completing your mechanical engineering, which is a 1 year course. To learn more about GME, check out our free Graduate Marine Engineering course.
I am yuvraj,I want to ask that I have completed my 3 years diploma in mechatronics..next wht to do too join navy..
Hi Yuvraj, you can check whether you are eligible to join Merchant Navy or not with our Merchant Navy Eligibility Calculator.