FAQs for Prospective Students and their Parents
The Institute
1 Who are the promoters of TMI? What is their expertise
in education in general and maritime education in particular?
TMI has been promoted by the Tolani Education Foundation, a part of the Tolani Group,
in collaboration with the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani.
The Tolani Group has nearly three and half decades of experience in the shipping industry
and they presently operate a fleet of seven modern bulk carriers.
The Tolani Group has had a long standing commitment to the field of education. Numerous
Tolani educational institutes that offer courses in Commerce, Management and Information
Technology in both Mumbai and Pune, all bear evidence to the accumulated expertise of the
Tolani Group in education. TMI also runs a Distance Learning Programmes in Nautical Sciences.
To date, this Programme has been utilised by nearly 1,000 students from 80 ship-owning
and ship-management companies.
To achieve the standards and excellence of a world class institute, TMI has collaborated
with BITS, Pilani, one of the most prominent engineering institutes in India. Indeed, the
Bachelor's degree earned by students at TMI is awarded by BITS, Pilani.
2 What kind of resources have been dedicated to development of the Institute?
The Tolani Group and Tolani Education Foundation have allocated significant resources
to develop the Institute. To date, total capital investment of Rs. 250 million has been
made and Tolani Shipping Limited, the ship-owning arm of the Tolani Group offers approximately
Rs. 1 million every year in the form of scholarships to top students.
The above investment is only a first step. The Tolani Group will continue to work towards
their stated goal of making TMI a complete Maritime University of global repute.
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Academics
1 How rigorous is the study programme at TMI?
TMI's education is intense, difficult and rigorous. In our selection process, we make
the best attempt to identify students who can cope up with the numerous academic, co-curricular
and extracurricular activities that form part of our study programme.
2 What career opportunities are offered by a Marine Engineering degree other
than a career as a merchant mariner?
In addition to providing students with a platform to become world class marine engineers,
the degree programme also opens up numerous other opportunities. The students are schooled
in the various aspects of mechanical and electrical engineering, providing them with numerous
opportunities in shore based industrial companies. With a B. S. degree in Marine Engineering or Nautical Technology,
a student may go on to pursue post graduation courses including an MBA.
3 How is the Internship Programme different from normal field visits?
Normal field visits are short term in nature and do not actively involve the students.
The Internship Program however is spread over a period of 22 weeks and actively involves
the student in the regular work of the recruiting organisation. We believe that this 22-week
time frame is essential to make the industry experience more complete and comprehensive.
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Admissions
(a) Eligibility
1 I have completed
my 10+2 exams in PCM and am presently pursuing a bachelors degree in Arts / Commerce. Am
I eligible to apply?
As per the admissions criteria, a student who has successfully completed the Senior Secondary
Examinations (10+2) or its equivalent, with at least 60% marks in Physics, Chemistry and
Mathematics (P C M), and at least 50% marks in English either in Class X or Class XII,
is eligible to apply. However, the admissions criteria also places an age restriction of
21 years at the time of application. Hence, if you meet the age criteria as well as the
academic qualification, you are eligible to apply.
2 Does it matter which Higher Secondary board I am from?
No. TMI welcomes applications from students of all boards including state boards, CBSE
or ICSE in India, or any recognised Higher Secondary Board from outside India.
3 Are there any reserved seats in TMI?
No. Entry into TMI is based strictly on merit, the assessment of which is carried out
very meticulously by a Selection Committee.
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(b) Interview / Written test
1 Who will be my interviewer?
Our selection committee consists of faculty members of TMI and other people with many
years of experience in shipping or related industries. During the interview, the committee
will try to gauge the suitability of a candidate for a career as a marine engineer.
2 What should I wear for my interview?
There is no prescribed dress code for the interview. However, it should be noted that
one of the objectives of the interview is to gauge the personality of the candidate. Proper
formal attire would have a positive impact on the interviewer.
3 Can my parents come with me to the campus during the interview / written tests?
Is there accommodation available on campus for parents and family?
Parents are encouraged to come along with you to the campus during the interview and written
tests. It will be a good opportunity for them to see the campus and the type of life you
are going to lead for the next four years. Unfortunately, TMI cannot accommodate guests,
but there are several convenient and reasonably priced hotels in the neighbouring areas.
4 How long is a typical interview? How long is a written test?
Normally, interviews take around 15 minutes. The written test, where a student has to
answer 100 objective type questions, will take approximately 2 hours.
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(c) After selection and admission
1 What should I get along with me at the time of joining
the Institute?
- The following items need to be brought by the student at the time of joining:
- At least
four sets of civilian clothes and one tie for day to day use until such time as the
uniform is supplied, and also for wear on city leave days.
- One of the civilian sets should consist
of one pair of plain back trousers (Double pleat without back pocket flaps, bottoms 17" /
18" as per height) and two full sleeve plain white shirts
(Plain collar with one open chest pocket on the left side).
- One pair of plain black leather shoes.
- Two sets of P.T. rig (White shorts, white T-shirts,
white socks, predominantly white sports shoes). Female students may wear white /
black slacks in lieu of shorts.
- Items of personal hygiene / toiletries and 12 hangars.
- Writing material i.e. Pen / Pencil
etc.
2 The following items will be given to each student by the Institute:
- Mattress
- Bed sheet
- Blanket
- Bed Cover
- Pillow and Pillow Covers
- Towels
- All uniform items required at TMI including Sports Shirts, House Shirts, etc.
- Stationery
and books including scientific calculator as required.
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(d) Financial Aid / Scholarships
1 Who is eligible for financial aid?
The Scholarships offered by TMI are merit-based and need-based. Semester fees for female students are waived as a means to encourage more female
participation in the maritime industry. Female students are also eligible for merit based
scholarships.
2 If I receive a scholarship for my first semester, will I automatically receive
it in subsequent semesters?
No. Scholarships in any semester do not guarantee availability in any future semester.
At the end of every semester, the performance of students are evaluated and a merit list
is made to determine who gets scholarships. This is essential to promote sustained achievement.
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Careers
1 What are the job prospects for marine engineers?
After four years of Marine Engineering education at the Tolani Maritime Institute, a student
will be eligible for appointment as a Junior Engineer Officer on merchant ships. A Junior
Engineer presently receives emoluments of about RS 30,000 per month. Free boarding, lodging
and food is provided while living / working onboard. A Junior Engineer is required to sail
for at least six months before he/she is eligible to appear in the Class IV Part B examination
being conducted by the Directorate General of Shipping.
After successfully completing this examination, the engineer becomes qualified to sail
as Watch Keeping Engineer Officer on a merchant ship with a higher salary.
2 Is seafaring the only option for a TMI engineer?
No. The marine engineering curriculum covers all the core elements of a Mechanical Engineering
programme with additional emphasis on particular equipment and systems that find applications
in ships. It also contains substantial elements of electrical engineering topics. With
this preparation, the TMI graduate engineer is equipped not only for a career at sea but
is well prepared for any position that requires a Mechanical or Electrical engineer. Industries
that are associated with engines, boilers, hydraulic systems or process control machinery
among others can amply utilise the skills of a marine engineer.
For those who desire to study further, the degree provides a solid foundation for advanced
studies in engineering or MBA programmes.
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