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Marine Engineering Best Diploma Colleges in India

1) Southern Academy of Maritime Studies (SAMS), Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Marks : Requires a minimum of 50% in 10th or 12th (PCM for lateral entry). Admission may involve an institute-specific test or merit list, with cutoffs typically around 50-55% depending on applicant pool.

Fee Structure : Around INR 1,50,000 to INR 2,50,000 for the entire program, including accommodation and training materials.

2) Coimbatore Marine College (CMC), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Cutoff Marks : Admission is typically merit-based or through entrance exams like IMU-CET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test). While specific cutoffs vary yearly, a rough estimate for IMU-CET is around 50-60% in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) at the 10+2 level, with adjustments based on competition. CMC may also conduct its own test, often requiring at least 50% in 10th or 12th grade.

Fee Structure : Approximately INR 2,00,000 to INR 3,00,000 for the full course (2-3 years), including tuition, hostel, and uniforms. Additional costs like medical exams or certifications may apply.

3) Sri Chakra Maritime College, Pondicherry

Cutoff Marks : Generally, a minimum of 50% in 10th or 12th is required. Entrance tests or interviews may push the effective cutoff higher, around 55-60% in some years.

Fee Structure : Approximately INR 1,80,000 to INR 2,80,000 for the 2-year diploma, covering tuition and boarding.