What is Anglo Eastern DNS Sponsorship

Introduction

Anglo Eastern Ship Management aka AESM is a management company. Under its management, there are more than 700 vessels of all types which includes bulk carriers, containers, oil/chemical/gas tankers, RORO, passenger, etc. For students looking to join the maritime industry through IMU-CET coaching classes, AESM has its own institute named as Anglo Eastern Maritime Academy aka AEMA for training their cadets. The institute is situates in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

What Benefit Does This Offer to Cadets?

1. Stipend for Deck Cadet: 450$/month + overtime (avg. 150 $)
2. Sea-time Required: 18 months
3. Contract Duration: 1^st Ship- 6 months; 2^nd Ship- 6 months; 3^rd ship- 6 months;
4. Waiting period: 2/3 months for 1^st ship; No waiting for next 2.
5. Limited Internet. Internet connectivity depends on the owners.  
6. IMUmate’s Preference: No. 2

What is the Eligibility for Anglo Eastern DNS Sponsorship?

1. 12^th PCM % >= 70 %
2. 10^th or 12^th English % >= 60
3. Age before commencement of course <= 25
4. Valid Passport in-hand before course commencement
5. Vision Should be 6/6 without aids. Vision correction methods like Cantura Vision and LASIK is allowed.
6. Colour Blindness is not permitted.

Note:

• If 12^th result is obtained after improvement examination, the candidate must get more than or equal to 75% in PCM.

Eligibility for BSc. in Physics /Mathematic /Chemistry /Electronics with Physics.

1. Any of the above-mentioned subjects should be an individual subject in one of the three years of course
2. Average percentage not less than 65% in final year
3. Passed 12^th grade with PCM aggregate not less than 65%
4. 10^th or 12^th English % >= 60

Eligibility for BE/B.Tech. Degree

1. Average percentage not less than 65% in final year
2. Passed 12^th grade with PCM aggregate not less than 65%
3. 10^th or 12^th English % >= 60

How to apply for DNS Sponsorship program?

Anglo Eastern Shipping Company has entrusted its institutes, i.e., AEMA’s management, to manage the cadet recruitment and training for Anglo Eastern Sponsorship and DNS Sponsorship, which is similar to programs like the Great Eastern DNS Sponsorship. After the completion of pre-sea training, the cadet is allotted a vessel managed by AESM and also in touch with the institute for their mentoring and distance learning program to get a BSc degree in Applied Nautical Science.

AEMA’s forms are open throughout the year and can be filled out from their official website (aema.edu.in).

There are two batches for Anglo Eastern DNS Sponsorship in Kolkata, Bihar, and Maharashtra, India.  The selection procedure is conducted throughout the year.

1. August Batch: 160 Seats
2. February Batch: 120 Seats

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does Anglo-Eastern provide sponsorship?

Yes, Anglo-Eastern provides sponsorship for its Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS)  program. This sponsorship is a job guarantee that secures your sea berth before training starts. 

2. How do I get into Anglo-Eastern?

To join Anglo-Eastern, you must first meet the Merchant Navy eligibility criteria (10+2 with PCM). You then apply for their DNS sponsorship, pass an online entrance test, a psychometric evaluation, and a panel interview. Finally, you must secure a qualifying rank in the IMU-CET exam.

3. What is the placement rate for Anglo-Eastern?

Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy (AEMA) maintains a 100% placement rate. This is achieved because all cadets are pre-sponsored by the Anglo-Eastern Group before their training begins. Students essentially secure their jobs upon enrollment, ensuring immediate employment on one of the group’s 600+ vessels after course completion.

4. What is the salary of the Anglo-Eastern Merchant Navy?

Salaries at Anglo-Eastern vary significantly by rank. Average salaries for senior officers range approximately from ₹16.5 Lakhs to over ₹50 Lakhs per year. Trainee cadets receive a stipend, which is ₹20,000 to ₹40,000 per month. Experienced officers receive around ₹2 lac per month while on board.

5. What are the fees for the Anglo Eastern course?

The course fees for the Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy vary by program. For the DNS, the total cost is approximately ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹8 Lakhs, covering tuition, uniforms, and boarding. Fees for other courses, like GME or ETO, typically range between ₹4 Lakhs and ₹6 Lakhs.

6. What is the waiting period in Anglo-Eastern?

The waiting period in Anglo-Eastern is generally minimal, typically ranging from one to three months.

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