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School of Maritime Studies Courses and Fees 2025

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B.E. / B.Tech(1 course)
12.3 L
10+2 : 60 %
Exams : TNEACBSE 12th+1 More
B.Sc.(1 course)
3 L
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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for B.Tech at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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VELS School of Maritime Studies offers a 4-Year (8 Semester) Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) course in Marine Engineering. The minimum eligibility criteria involve the following:

  1. A candidate must pass 10+2 or its equivalent Examinations with a minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics groups.
  2. The candidate must have also secured at least 50% in English at the 10th or 12th Standard.
  3. The interested candidate must be of maximum 25 years of age on the date of commencement of the course. 
  4. The candidate must also fulfill the medical standard. One should be physically fit for sea service under standard norms with minimum unaided vision in each eye to be 6/12, and with no colour blindness.

Admission to B.E. in Marine Engineering is based on merit and also on the percentage of marks secured in the qualifying national-level examination, the Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMUCET) together with 10+2 marks. 

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Q:   How should I prepare myself to get into VELS School of Maritime Studies for B.Tech Marine Engineering?

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To gain admission to VELS School of Maritime Studies for B.Tech Marine Engineering follow these steps:

 

1.Eligibility Criteria:

   Pass 10+2 or its equivalent examinations with a minimum of 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics groups.

   Secure at least 50% in English at the 10th or 12th standard.

   Be maximum 25 years old on the date of course commencement.

   Fulfill the medical standards required for maritime studies.

 

2.Prepare for IMUCET:

   Qualify in the IMUCET exam, which is mandatory for admission.

 

3.Stay Informed:

   Keep eyes on admission notifications and requirements on the official VELS School of Maritime Studies website.

 

Best of luck with your preparations!

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Q:   Does VELS School of Maritime Studies refund fees?

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Refund of Fee
Refund will be made as per the norms of UGC. The admission and registration fee is Non-refundable. Request for Cancellation of Admission and refund of fees may be considered as per the following norms.

i) If a student applies for cancellation prior to the commencement of classes, then, the
tuition fee will be refunded. Registration and admission fees are not refundable.

ii) If a student discontinues in the middle of a course, he/she shall be required to pay
the tuition fee for the remaining period of the programme.

iii) The management may sympathetically consider the application to discontinue and
on their discretion may order for the payment of tuition fees for the semester during
which the student has last attended and permit to issue to TC.

iv) Refund will be made only after submission of original fee receipt, Provisional
Admission Letter and No Dues Certificate. The refund will be made through account
transfer to the account number mentioned on the student profile. Therefore, provide
the correct account number details on the profile. In case of a refund through DD, the
DD will be made only in the name of the candidate.

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Q:   Does VELS School of Maritime Studies give 100% scholarship?

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Yes, VELS School of Maritime Studies providing upto 100% scholarship under Sports and VSAT scholarship.

VSAT Scholarship
Vels Student Aptitude Test (VSAT)  offers the choice of education to students from various walks of life. On average, nearly 10,000 students from all over India competes to avail themselves of the scholarship. The test duration is 45 minutes and it follows the pattern of Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal and Logical questions. Based on the secured percentage, the scholarship is offered in a range from 10% to 75% waiver in fees. Students with exemplary marks are given full fee concession for the entire course period.
 
Sports Scholarship
The Chancellor/Chairman Ishari K.Ganesh, himself is a sports enthusiast who knows the importance of physical wellness has initiated a special Scholarship Scheme for all those young spirits. He is the President of Tamil Nadu Taekwondo Association, Vice President of Taekwondo Federation of India and Vice Chairman of Tamil Nadu Olympic Association. The University’s Football team has topped the table in consecutive years. To support the aspiring athlete and players, a 100% waiver on Tuition fee and free hostel accommodation are offered.
 
There are also some scholarship facility available, student can get more scholarship from this college.
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Q:   How hard is it to pursue B.Tech at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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Pursuing a B.Tech degree at VELS School of Maritime Studies can be challenging due to the rigorous curriculum and demanding nature of the maritime industry. Here are a few factors that contribute to the difficulty level: Academic Rigor. Practical Training. Competitive Job Market, Discipline and Time Management

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School of Maritime Studies Fee Structure

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Q:   What is the fees for various courses at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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VELS School of Maritime Studies offers a multitude of undergraduate and Diploma courses in Nautical Science, Marine Engineering and Maritime operations. The exact fees for different programs at VELS School of Maritime Studies is as follows:

  1. B.Sc. Nautical Science: Total fees for 6 semesters - Rs. 9,10,000.
  2. B.E. Marine Engineering: Total fees for 8 semesters - Rs. 11,90,000
  3. B.Sc Maritime Operations: Total fees for 6 semesters - Rs. 3,04,000
  4. B.Sc Fire Safety and Hazard Management: Total fees for 6 semesters - Rs. 3,04,000
  5. Pre-Sea training for Diploma holders: Total fees for 4 semesters - Rs. 3,00,600
  6. Pre-Sea training for Graduates: Total fees for 2 semesters - Rs.3,00,000
  7. Diploma Marina Engineering: For the 1st semester: The tuition Fee is Rs.30, 000; the Admission Fee is Rs.5000, the Laboratory Maintenance Fee is Rs.5000. From the 2nd semester onwards the total fee is Rs.30,000

For semester-wise fee breakup information in various courses, candidates are required to check the official website.

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Q:   Is VELS School of Maritime Studies Tier 1 or Tier 2?

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VELS School of Maritime Studies is catagorised neither under Tier 1 nor Tier 2. Eventhogh it is recognised a prestigious institution with good placement offers in the region. VELS School of Maritime Studies is awarded A1 grade by ministry of shipping, government of India.

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Q:   What is the rank of VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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The School is approved by the AICTE and accredited by the NAAC - A Grade. The Department of Marine Engineering was established in the year 2005 and was Graded “A1” Outstanding by the Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India. Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies was ranked 47 in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) pharmacy ranking in 2023. In addition you can read the college reviews from our website.

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Q:   What is the rank of VELS School of Maritime Studies in maritime science?

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VELS School of Maritime Studies has 101-150 rank by NIRF ranking among the marine engineering colleges in India. Also VELS campus has secured A1 grade by the ministry of shipping, government of India. Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies was ranked 47 in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) pharmacy ranking in 2023. 

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Q:   Is VELS School of Maritime Studies expensive?

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Yes, VELS school of Maritime Studies in very highly expensive beacuse compared to other college and university this college semester fees is very high almost one Lacs INR is fees for per semester for some TOP courses. And for normal courses the fees are also very high. So, this college is very much expensive than other college.

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3.5/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements2.4
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure3.7
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B.E. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2021
3.8
1Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
I would recommend joining this college for curriculum, practical classes, and new experiences.
Placements: I am a BE marine engineer in our batch. There are 80 cadets, and out of 80, only a single student got placed in a company through placements. So, placements are very poor. If you join this college, you have to arrange for a job, and then you can join this college.
Infrastructure: Hostels are good and well-maintained, and classrooms and labs are available. The hostel food available is prepared with hygiene, but recently they changed the mess contract after I passed out.
Faculty: Teachers were awesome and very helpful, and there is no drawback in faculty members, curriculum, and exams. Everything is perfect. For exams, we are practically learning, and we just need to write them. It is not at all difficult.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2022Read More
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B.E. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2021
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4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Overall, it's a very good college.
Placements: The placements are not that good. Only 2 students got placed in my batch. That's not the fault of our college, but it is due to covid-19. The top recruiting companies are MOL Tankship Management, K-Line Shipping Management Pvt., Ltd., etc. The top role offered is senior cadet captain.
Infrastructure: The college provides good infrastructure. Almost every lab is available that is required for the marine stream. It is a good library with all the marine-related journals and magazines. There are no facilities like Wi-Fi, canteen, and medical facilities. Games facilities are good. We can play a lot of games. There is no swimming pool.
Faculty: The teachers are highly skilled and qualified. Even some teachers have sea-going experiences. They are highly knowledgeable and experienced. The course curriculum is very relevant. The college helps us prepare ourselves for the industry. Semester exams are not that difficult.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2021Read More
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B.E. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2021
4.2
4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
The college is good in every aspect.
Placements: For every batch, they'll take only 80 students for this particular course. The highest package was 3 LPA, and the lowest package was 2.2 Lacs per annum. There were a few internships. The top courses were BE (bachelor's of marine engineering) and B.Sc. (bachelor's of nautical science).
Infrastructure: The infrastructure is good. It has three blocks, and the main block is for classes. The 2nd block is for practical labs, and there is also a model ship. It's an original one which is placed in our college, and we can learn well.
Faculty: All the faculty members are excellent, and there are the most experienced chief engineers from most companies. Students can work in industries and prepare well. The exams are not difficult if you study well, and the pass percentage is 40%.
Other: Marine engineering is the best.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2021Read More
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B.E. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2023
4.6
4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
It is a good college in India.
Placements: Our college has the best teaching and good placement opportunities. Companies like K-Line and many others visit our campus for placements.
Infrastructure: All infrastructural facilities and the educational system are good. Our college provides all the facilities which are important for studying in a very well manner. Our college has well-maintained classrooms and hostel, and there is 24x7 electricity facility. Labs are very good with all new instruments, and the library is very well maintained. The hostel is also good and contains very well maintained rooms. In the hostel rooms, there is a separate study table and separate cupboard for every student.
Faculty: Courses are taught by very well experienced faculty members, chief engineers and another kind of deck officers. We study different subjects throughout our tenure. Moreover, everything is taught very well to all of us. They take us to port visits.
Other: There is a ship on our campus for us. We can get to see the real parts of the ship instead of seeing the pictures on the internet. Our course is very disciplined and hardworking.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2020Read More
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B.E. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2020
3.2
1Placements3Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
I will say that our college is good if we will talk about the teaching and infrastructure but is not
Placements: I am a student of B.E Marine Engineering. And talking about the placement, there is very poor placement record in our college as present scenario of our field is very bad. College is trying to get placement for our student. In our batch there are 80 students and out of 80 only 4 got placed.
Infrastructure: The labs of our college is well equipped with all the equipment. Library is having all the books which we need and if we want to get the books it is very easy. Classrooms are equipped with projectors and computer system. Although the infrastructure of our college is above average.
Faculty: Our college teachers are very good in teaching. They are working very hard to give us quality education. And all the teachers are very knowledgeable and able to solve our any doubt. The ship in campus is having all the equipment which will help us to make us industry ready.
Reviewed on 19 Sep 2019Read More
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B.E. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2015
2.8
3Placements3Infrastructure3Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life2Value for Money
Recommending this college at the rate of 80% for day scholars and 65% for hostellers.
Placements: The college is not just like engineering colleges to hook you up with a job via placements. Once you finish your course, it is your own ability to suit yourself further. An average of 70% to 80% students gets through the final year. Anyhow, the students who entered the college through counselling may get around Rs. 1,000 to 2,000 as a stipend I guess, and I am not aware of the current scenario as you can only get through NEET exams.
Infrastructure: The college has Wi-Fi facility, but mostly, it can't be used by a student. However, the Wi-Fi facility is there for hostellers and gets turned on from the evening at an average of supporting 15 connections at a time with average speed. Among four years, only the first-year class got air conditioning installed. However, the hostel rooms and washrooms for the first year are devastating. Each classroom got its separate projectors and other facilities. On the note of hostel food, I don't want to give you a positive thought. Anyways, you will get used to it eventually or just order it from nearby hotels. The sports and medical facilities are totally above average. Sometimes, you will get to face the management's new rules which will give you no absolute sense, so you may, and you will experience a tough time as a hosteller. There is only one college canteen, and one private canteen with xerox shop inside the college campus. The library is well-maintained with a system access facility.
Faculty: Though there are flaws in management facilities, the teachers are skilful and helpful. Around 90 percent of them are like angels. However, facing the rest of 10 percent will give you a nightmare. The teachers will be there to help you with your needs, and you can't even think about the flaws in them just like I do now. There will be mentors for you every year and guide you throughout your course and will be there to deal with your issues.
Other: More or less, there will be 3 to 4 number of events and fests in a year. Forest surrounds 3/4th of the college, and it is 3 to 5 KM inside, from the main OMR road. The private and government bus facilities are low. The college has both indoor games and outdoor games such as table tennis, carrom, chess, shuttle, basketball, cricket, and throwback along with a gym facility.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2018Read More
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Q:   Which branch of B.Sc has more placements at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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Maritime Studies branches like, B.Sc. Nautical Science, B.E. Marine Engineering (NBA Accredited), B.Sc. Maritime Operations, B.Sc FIRE SAFETY AND HAZARD MANAGEMENT has more placement at VELS School of Maritime Studies.Because this school is mainly for Maritime Studies and so many company from maritime sector are visit in this school every year for hiring, like FLEET, K-line, MOL, APJ shipping, Molta etc. company.

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Q:   What is the average package for B.Sc students at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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The average package for B.Sc students at VELS school of Maritime Studies is 5 Lacs for entry level role.But if any student learn some extra ordinary skill then they can expect more than 12 to 13 Lacs salary package at joining.But in other B.Sc course the placement record is not good like health Science and Science B.Sc average package is  2.5 lakh.

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Q:   Is VELS School of Maritime Studies a good college for B.Sc?

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VELS school of Maritime Studies is a Good College for B.Sc .Because the college fees is affordable if anyone looking for best private college.The campus is just amazing and so many stream and courses is available here.Science, Medicine, Health Science and so many computer based B.Sc course is available here.And the placement records is also average from this college.So, according to me it;s can be a good college for you.

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Q:   Is VELS School of Maritime Studies under CUET?

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No, VELS school Of Maritime Studies is not consider the CUET score.The college and university have own entrance exam and they take admission  through some national level entrance exam.And CUET is a central based entrance examination but this college has not any seat for CUET councelling based students.

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Q:   What is the fees for UG courses at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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The fees for undergraduate (UG) courses at VELS School of Maritime Studies vary depending on the specific program. Here is a breakdown of the fees for some of the UG courses at VELS School of Maritime Studies based on the provided sources: B.Sc. Nautical Science: Rs. 950,000/- B.E. Marine Engineering: Rs. 1,230,000/- B.E. Marine Engineering (Lateral Entry): Rs. 898,000/- B.Sc Maritime Operations: Rs. 304,000/- B.Tech Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering: Rs. 439,900/- In addition you can contact the college directly for further information. Because the college authority may change the fee any time

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Q:   How much does B.Tech at VELS School of Maritime Studies cost?

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The fees for the B.Tech Marine Engineering course at VELS School of Maritime Studies is Rs. 12,30,000/- for the entire program. The breakdown of the fees is: Rs. 1,230,000/- total fees Rs. 178,000/- payable at the time of admission The fees include boarding, lodging, uniforms, and semester exam fees

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Q:   How many students can do B.Sc Nautical Science at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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Around 60% of B.Sc Nautical Science graduates from Vels University secure placements, with an average package of INR 4.3 Lakhs per annum.

 The course typically takes 3 years to complete, offering high-paying opportunities ranging from INR 6,00,000 to 8,00,000 per annum. 

At VELS School of Maritime Studies, B.Sc Nautical Science requires a minimum of 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for eligibility.

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Q:   How is the faculty for B.Tech Marine Engineering at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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The faculty for B.Tech Marine Engineering at VELS School of Maritime Studies includes highly skilled lecturers who were once mariners as well as instructors with years of experience. These individuals take great care in preparing the cadets to become future navigating officers and marine engineers. 

The four-year B.E.Marine Engineering course is approved by the DG Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, and leads to Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency, awarded by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, after six months of sea service. 

The faculty members are experienced professionals with Master Mariner (FG), MEO Class I, Mate (FG), Diploma in Nautical Science, Chief Officer – Merchant Navy, MCA, M Tech, M.Sc, M.Phil, B.Ed, MBA, and other relevant qualifications.

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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for admission to After 10th Diploma at VELS School of Maritime Studies?

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The eligibility criteria for admission to the After 10th Diploma courses at VELS School of Maritime Studies vary depending on the specific program. Here is a general overview of the eligibility criteria based on the provided sources: The basic eligibility criteria for the diploma courses at VELS School of Maritime Studies is that the candidate must have passed class 10th with a good percentage. The diploma courses can also be pursued after the 12th and do not have any minimum age criteria. Some diploma courses may require students to have science and mathematics as compulsory subjects in class 10th.In addition you can contact the college directly for further information.

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Answered 3 months ago

Bachelor of Science in Nautical Science is a three years (6 Semester) full-time undergraduate program offered by School of Maritime Engineering at Vel's Institute of Science Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai and approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Govt. of India.

This college has

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The four-year B.E.Marine Engineering course, approved by DG Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India,is a course leading to Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency

Academic Standards : A pass in 10+2 or its equivalent examination with minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Ch

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Answered 2 months ago

B.B.A Maritime Logistics at VELS School of Maritime Studies is a course which is made for students who wish to embrace a new career path, enhance existing qualifications and gain a competitive edge for their career progression.

VELS School of Maritime Studies has a moderate placement record. Accordin

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The course curriculum for BSc Fire Safety and Hazard Management at VELS School of Maritime Studies may include:

 

1. Foundational courses:

    - Introduction to Fire Safety and Hazard Management

    - Maritime Safety and Security

    - Fire Science and Chemistry

    - Hazardous Materials Management

2. Core

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The four-year B.E.Marine Engineering course, approved by DG Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, is a course leading to Class IV Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency, awarded by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, after six months of sea service, enabling the

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