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my percentage in 12th class pcm is 63 can i join merchant Navy


Ajit singh 4th Aug, 2025
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Chelsie G 5th Aug, 2025

Yes, you can join the Merchant Navy even if your 12th PCM percentage is 63%, but it depends on the course and institute you are applying to. For most DNS  and BSc Nautical Science programs, the minimum requirement is usually 60% in PCM and 50% in English, so you meet the basic eligibility. However, some top institutes and sponsorship programs may have higher cutoffs, so make sure to check the specific eligibility criteria of the institute you're interested in. Also, you’ll need to qualify in the IMU CET exam and meet the medical fitness standards as per DG Shipping norms.


Nidhi Raghuwanshi 4th Aug, 2025

Hello,

Yes, the 63% aggregate in class 12 PCM(Physics ,chemistry, mathematics) is sufficient to join the Merchant Navy.

Officer-level courses in  the Merchant Navy typically requires a minimum of 60% aggregate in class 12 PCM, and a minimum of 50% in English in class 10 or 12 is also usually required.

I hope this information is useful to you.

Simran Vohra 4th Aug, 2025

Hello!

Yes you can join  Merchant Navy with 63% marks in 12th PCM.Mostly all the maritime institute and shipping companies require a minimum 60% marks in PCM , so you are eligible. Along with that you should also have atleast 50% marks in english in either 10 class or 12 class.

If you meet the medical standards and your eyesight is good and you don't have color blindness you can pursue this course.

SEJAL JAIN 4th Aug, 2025

Yes, with 63 in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) in 12th, you can still join the Merchant Navy, especially for courses like Diploma in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering through private maritime institutes approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), India.

Additionally, you must meet medical fitness and eyesight requirements (6/6 vision, no color blindness). If you're passionate, prepared, and medically fit, the Merchant Navy is still a viable and rewarding path for you.

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