DNS Course Details India 2026
Diploma in Nautical Science — Complete Guide

What is the DNS Course?

DNS (Diploma in Nautical Science) is a 1-year residential maritime training programme that qualifies students to join merchant ships as Deck Cadets. It is the fastest route from Class 12 to sailing as a Merchant Navy officer. DNS is always accompanied by pre-sponsorship — a shipping company commits your sea-time training and job before you begin the programme.

DNS Course — Key Details

DNS Eligibility

• Class 12 with PCM — minimum 60% aggregate
• English 50%+ at Class 10 or 12
• Age 17 to 25 years
• Unmarried Indian citizen
• 6/6 unaided vision, no colour blindness
• DGS medical fitness certificate

DNS Syllabus — What You Study

• Navigation and Watchkeeping
• Cargo Handling and Stowage
• Ship Stability
• Maritime Law and Regulations
• Fire Fighting and Safety
• Medical First Aid
• Survival Techniques
• Meteorology and Oceanography

Top DNS Institutes in India

IMU campuses (Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Kochi, Navi Mumbai), IMI Noida (Fleet Management tie-up), Tolani Maritime Pune, AMET Chennai, MANET Pune, Training Ship Rahaman Mumbai, Great Eastern GEIMS Mumbai, Samundra SIMS Mumbai.

Companies Offering DNS Sponsorship

Maersk, Anglo Eastern, MSC, Fleet Management, Synergy Group, Scorpio, Great Eastern, V.Ships, SCI, Seaspan (girls), ESM, Wilhelmsen, PIL, Dockendale.

Career After DNS

Why 9CC for DNS Sponsorship

DNS selection tests are competitive and company-specific. 9CC has prepared students to clear these tests for 6 unbroken years — 100% success rate, 400+ students placed at top companies. Our faculty include a Captain and Chief Engineer from Maersk Line. Reserve your seat in the June 2026 batch with just ₹2,000.