Training Ship Rahman – TS Rahman College

Overview

Established in 1910 as an orphanage, TS Rahman has grown into a prominent institution for training Indian Merchant Navy officers in South Asia. In 1972, Chairman Mr. A. Rashid Yusuf renamed it “Training Ship Rahman” in honor of his father, Mr. Abdul Rahman, who served as the institution’s first President. Committed to maintaining maritime standards, TS Rahman diligently prepares its students to meet the rigorous competency standards outlined in the STCW Code 1995.

Through accredited courses recognized by India’s Directorate General of Shipping and the Government, TS Rahman ensures its graduates emerge as competent professionals prepared to assume leadership roles in the maritime industry. With over a century of dedication to empowering seafarers and advancing maritime education, TS Rahman continues to serve as a beacon of excellence, shaping the future of the Merchant Navy.

Courses Offered by TS Rahman

1.	B.Sc. in Nautical Science
2.	Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS)
3.	Graduate Mechanical Engineering (GME)
4.	General Purpose Rating Training Course (GP)

Eligibility Criteria 

General Purpose Rating Training Course Eligibility Criteria

Category	Requirements
A) Educational	1) Passed 10th grade from a government-recognized board with English, Mathematics, and Science subjects and a 40% overall.
	2) English should have been passed with a minimum of 40% marks as a subject, either in 10th or 12th standard.
	3) Pass a 2-year ITI course approved by DVET; with a minimum of 40% aggregate marks in the final year of ITI & minimum of 40% in English in 10th / 12th.
B) Age	Minimum age: 18 yearsMaximum age:25 years The reference date for calculating age will be the start date of the Academic Session.

Diploma Nautical Science Course Eligibility Criteria

Category	Requirements
A) Educational	1) Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized Board with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in PCM.
	2) English should have been passed with a minimum of 50% marks as a subject, either in 10th or 12th standard.
B) Age	Minimum age: 18 yearsMaximum age:25 years The reference date for calculating age will be the start date of the Academic Session.

BSc Nautical Science Course Eligibility Criteria

Category	Requirements
A) Educational	1) Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized Board with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in PCM.
	2) English should have been passed with a minimum of 50% marks as a subject, either in 10th or 12th standard.
B) Age	Minimum age: 18 yearsMaximum age: For Male: General 25 years Female: General 27 years For OBC(NCL):Male-28 years Female-30 years For SC/ST: Male -30Female-32 The reference date for calculating age will be the start date of the Academic Session.

Graduate Marine Engineering Course Eligibility Criteria

Category	Requirements
A) Educational	1) A candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechanical & Automation, or Naval Architecture Engineering after completing a four-year program at a UGC-recognized university or an AICTE-approved institution, with a minimum final-year mark of 50%.
	2) English should have been passed with a minimum of 50% marks as a subject, either in 10th or 12th standard or in the degree examination.
B) Age	Maximum age:28 years

Medical Eligibility Criteria

Physical Standards	1) Candidates should be physically fit for sea service under the standard norm, with eyesight up to 6/6 in the better eye and 6/9 in the worst eye.
	2) The D.G. Shipping Medical Certificate must be issued by D.G. Shipping Approved Doctors, under the specified medical examination requirements.

Fees Structure of Training Ship Rahman

Fees should be paid via demand draft or pay order made out to “Sir Mohamed Yusuf Seamen Welfare Foundation” and payable in Mumbai, according to the following schedule:

Course	Amount
BSc in Nautical Science	Rs 7,75,000
Diploma Nautical Science	Rs. 3,95,000
Graduate Marine Engineering	Rs 5,40,000
General Purpose Rating Training course	Rs 2,45,000

Registration Process

How To Apply in TS Rahman?

1. Candidates can apply directly to Training Ship without Company Sponsorship in response to advertisements in Newspapers/Magazines.
2. They can begin preparing for sponsorship with a free course of IMU CET and SPONSORSHIP with us.
3. All applicants must complete the application form on the TS RAHMAN ADMISSION PORTAL website.
4. Along with the application form, candidates need to submit copies of their Xth standard mark sheet and School Leaving Certificate.
5. The Training Ship staff will review the applications and notify candidates of the date for an Entrance Test followed by an interview.
6. Successful candidates will receive guidance on joining formalities.

Placements

TS Rahman, a distinguished institution known for its commitment to education and excellence, has attracted esteemed top shipping companies including:

1. Maersk Tankers
2. Kline
3. Fleet Management
4. Seaspan
5. Wilhelmsen