Candidate should have passed 10+2 or Equivalent examination with Physics(P), Chemistry(C), Mathematics(M) and English as separate subjects with a PCM average of not less than 60%.

The candidates should have obtained with minimum of 50% marks in English language at 10th or 12th Standard.

Maximum age limit is 25 years.

Lateral Entry- Duration 3 year: Candidate should have passed 1st year from the Engineering College in other streams like Mechanical or Electrical approved by AICTE with minimum 60% average marks.

Or

1st year training from the Alternate Training Scheme, approved by D.G. Shipping (This will not be applicable to MERI.)

Or

3 years Diploma Course in Mechanical / Marine / Electrical / Electrical and Electronics from the colleges approved by AICTE or State Board of Technical Education with minimum 55% of aggregate marks in the last year of Diploma Course.

The candidates should have obtained with minimum of 50% marks in English language at 10th or 12th Standard or in the Degree / Diploma course conducted by recognized Board or any University, Candidate's  maximum age should be 22 years.

Should be physically fit for sea service under standard norms.
No color blindness.

Selection Process: Valid Score in IMU CET.