Fleet Management Ltd (commonly known as Fleet Ship Management or FML) is one of the world’s largest and most reputable ship management companies, headquartered in Hong Kong with major operational offices in India (Mumbai), Singapore, and China.
The company manages a diverse fleet of over 600+ vessels, providing technical management, crew management, newbuilding supervision, and advanced maritime training
Fleet is known for its strict safety culture, transparent operations, and high-quality cadet development programs, making it one of the top choices for Indian DNS aspirants.
| Founded Year | 1994 |
| Company Headquarters | Hong Kong |
| Indian Head Office | Mumbai |
| Type of Company | Management Company |
| Company Founder | Dr. Kishore Rajvanshy & Dr. Harindarpal (“Harry”) Singh Banga |
| Company CEO (Chief Executive Officer) | Captain Rajalingam Subramaniam |
| Fleet Size | 600+ |
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| Sea Time Requirement | 18 Months (Mostly 3 contracts with 6 months) |
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| Nationality of Crew | Indian, Filipino, Sri Lankan, Myanmar, Eastern European (e.g., Ukrainian, Romanian, Latvian – more common in officer ranks), Other nationalities (depending on vessel type, flag, and owner preference) |
| Cadet Stipend | $790 (In-hand $490, rest received upon joining as 3rd Officer) |
| Waiting Period for First Ship | 3-6 Months |
| Company Coming Colleges for Sponsorship | IMI (International Maritime Institute), Noida (Last Batch) |
International Maritime Institute
- International Maritime Institute (IMI), located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
- Affiliated with the Indian Maritime University and approved by the Directorate General of Shipping.
- IMI is one of India’s most respected maritime training institutes and is DGS-approved for conducting DNS, B.Sc Nautical Science, ETO, GP Rating, and advanced maritime programs.
- In 2023/2024, IMI Noida was acquired by Fleet Management Ltd.
- IMI has always been known for strong discipline, excellent campus facilities, and very high placement rates, and with Fleet ownership, it is now one of the most reliable DNS pathways.
- IMI proudly partners with several leading global shipping companies, including Maersk Line, MSC, Fleet Management, PIL, Dockendale, Synergy, VR Maritime, V-Group, and Dynacom. Many of these top organisations conduct campus placement drives at IMI for both Deck and Engine cadets, while others invite shortlisted cadets to their offices for written assessments and interviews.
| Principal | Capt. Saurabh Varshney |
| Total Seats for DNS | 160(Aug)/ 40(Feb) |
Eligibility Criteria For DNS
| Age | 20 years or less as of 1st Jan 2026 (born on or after 1st Jan 2006) |
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| All candidates who clear our assessment are required to clear IMU CET and satisfy Fleet’s criteria to be eligible for admission in pre-sea institute. | |
| Candidates should be in possession of a Passport before taking admission. | |
Registration Process
Online Application
• Apply through Fleet management application portal. (Link Provided above)
• Fill Personal details and upload Class 10 & 12 mark sheets, photo ID, and recent photograph.Eligibility Screening
• Eligibility as mentioned in the Eligibility criteria Tab.
Fleet Centre Based Test
• Aptitude (quantitative, logical, numerical)
• English (grammar, vocabulary, comprehension)
• Psychometric Test (personality and behavioural suitability) – [After clearing the main Test]Personal Interview (Fleet HR + Senior Officers)
• Communication skills
• Motivation to join merchant navy
• Physics & maths questions
• Maritime awareness, Geography and Ship-Knowledge
• Situation-based and discipline-based questionsMedical Examination (DG Approved Doctor)
• Eyesight and colour vision test
• Physical fitness check
• Hearing test
• Blood/urine tests
• Must meet all DG Shipping medical requirementsFinal Sponsorship Selection
• Selected candidates receive Fleet’s Letter of Sponsorship after original documents submission and seat booking fee payment.
• Instructions for joining IMI Noida will be givenAdmission to IMI Noida
• Join the 1-year DNS pre-sea course
• Training conducted under Fleet Management supervision
• Priority placement on Fleet vessels after course completion
| DNS 1 YEAR COURSE FEE |
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INR 7,70,000 |
Test Syllabus
1.Written Test
| Mode of Written Test | Offline (Conducted at the designated centre) |
| Examination Type | Online – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Total Number of Questions | 50 |
| Total Duration | 30 minutes |
| Marks per Question | 2 marks |
| Negative Marking | 0.5 mark deducted for each incorrect answer |
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| Expected Cut-off | Approximately 70% (may vary based on total number of applicants) |
2. Psychometric Test
| Mode of Test | Offline (Conducted at the designated centre) |
| Total Number of Questions | 576 |
| Total Duration | 3 Hours |
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3. Interview
| Mode of Interview | Offline (Conducted at the designated centre) |
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| Types of Questions (PYQ) | Access via NauTutor mobile application |
4. Medical Test
Candidates must undergo a medical examination as per DG Shipping medical standards to ensure they meet the required fitness criteria for maritime service.
5. Sponsorship Letter From Company
You will be received via mail inluding the company/ College instructions and report date.
Mock Test
Download the NauTutor mobile application to practice DNS sponsorship mock tests designed on the same pattern and difficulty level as Fleet Management DNS selection exams. Our mock tests closely simulate the actual exam environment, helping aspirants understand question trends, time management, and selection standards followed by leading ship management companies. NauTutor’s test series is specially curated for Kerala DNS aspirants, with exam-oriented practice, previous question insights, and performance analysis to improve your chances of clearing the Fleet Management DNS interview and written assessment.
Contact Details (IMI)
| Key contact | Phone Number |
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| Ms Deepti | 8750055664 |
| Mr. Dilip Singh Khara | 8750055690 |
| Email/Website | admissions@imi.edu.in |