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I am 2024 passed out mech engg, dropped 2 yr for gate, not able to clear, currently, looking for design engineer roles, with no prior experience in cad, I am in search for cad institute in chennai which can provide good teaching and good placements, but I need some recommendations

1. Cadd centre, vadapalani---getting negative reviews on placement

2. Pumo technovation ---they said they provide guaranteed placements, but price is high(85k),

3. Texlio, Taramani ---+they too provide guarantee placements but pure online coaching

I know that cad software can be learnt through social media platform or Udemy courses, my concern is getting a job asap, because of 2yrs gap, my mind feels empty and keeps me demotivated all time, joining a class with good track record in placements, will be a good thing for me, need ur suggestions

Hi everyone,

I’m a Mechanical Engineering graduate from India and I’m seriously considering joining the merchant navy through a Graduate Marine Engineering (GME) program. Before making a final decision, I want to understand the real ground reality from people already in the field.

I would really appreciate honest answers to the following doubts:

1. Admission & eligibility

With a Mechanical engineering degree and CGPA around average-good range, what are my realistic chances of getting into a good GME college?

How strict are the selection criteria (academics + interviews)?

2. Medical fitness

I have mild myopia (around -2.0 to -2.5 in both eyes). Will this be a problem?

How strict are DG Shipping medical standards in reality?

Is LASIK commonly accepted in this field?

3. Training & sponsorship

Is it better to join through a company-sponsored program or self-sponsored GME?

How important is college reputation (like IMU colleges vs private institutes)?

4. Job placement & first ship experience

After completing GME, how long does it usually take to get the first ship job?

Are placements guaranteed or uncertain?

What is the average waiting time nowadays in the current market?

5. Career reality

What is the actual lifestyle like onboard (work hours, stress, isolation)?

After 5–10 years, is it still worth staying in the field?

Do most people regret switching into marine engineering, or are they satisfied long-term?

6. Stability vs other careers

Compared to IT/QA jobs, how stable is marine engineering today?

How badly does shipping industry fluctuation affect job security?

I’m asking because I want a practical, no-filter opinion, not brochure information. I’m currently at a decision point between IT/QA path and marine engineering, so real experiences will help me a lot.

Thanks in advance to anyone who takes the time to reply.

Hi everyone,

I’m a Mechanical Engineering graduate from India and I’m seriously considering joining the merchant navy through a Graduate Marine Engineering (GME) program. Before making a final decision, I want to understand the real ground reality from people already in the field.

I would really appreciate honest answers to the following doubts:

1. Admission & eligibility

With a Mechanical engineering degree and CGPA around average-good range, what are my realistic chances of getting into a good GME college?

How strict are the selection criteria (academics + interviews)?

2. Medical fitness

I have mild myopia (around -2.0 to -2.5 in both eyes). Will this be a problem?

How strict are DG Shipping medical standards in reality?

Is LASIK commonly accepted in this field?

3. Training & sponsorship

Is it better to join through a company-sponsored program or self-sponsored GME?

How important is college reputation (like IMU colleges vs private institutes)?

4. Job placement & first ship experience

After completing GME, how long does it usually take to get the first ship job?

Are placements guaranteed or uncertain?

What is the average waiting time nowadays in the current market?

5. Career reality

What is the actual lifestyle like onboard (work hours, stress, isolation)?

After 5–10 years, is it still worth staying in the field?

Do most people regret switching into marine engineering, or are they satisfied long-term?

6. Stability vs other careers

Compared to IT/QA jobs, how stable is marine engineering today?

How badly does shipping industry fluctuation affect job security?

I’m asking because I want a practical, no-filter opinion, not brochure information. I’m currently at a decision point between IT/QA path and marine engineering, so real experiences will help me a lot.

Thanks in advance to anyone who takes the time to reply.