Mohamed Sathak Engineering College Ramanathapuram BE {Lateral} Marine Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total tuition fee for the three-year BE Marine Lateral Entry programme at Mohamed Sathak Engineering College is INR 2,61,000 (INR 87,000 per year), payable annually. Examination and hostel fees are charged separately.

Ans. Diploma holders in Engineering from TNSBTE or an equivalent recognised board with a relevant branch are eligible. B.Sc graduates with Mathematics are also eligible. Admission is through TNEA Lateral Entry counselling based on diploma aggregate marks.

Ans. The BE Marine Lateral Entry programme is three years in duration. Candidates are admitted directly to the second year (third semester) of the regular four-year BE programme, completing years 2, 3, and 4.

Ans. The TNEA code for Mohamed Sathak Engineering College (MSEC), Kilakarai, is 5907. Use this code while filling preferences during TNEA Lateral Entry counselling.

Ans. Lateral entry graduates earn the same full BE degree as regular students. Career paths include roles as marine engineers, ship maintenance engineers, port engineers, and marine surveyors at shipping companies, Directorate General of Shipping, Indian Navy, port trusts, offshore oil and gas companies, and ship-building yards. Further study: ME Marine Engineering or M.Tech in related specialisations at Anna University affiliated institutions.

Ans. Yes, Tamil Nadu government scholarships (SC/ST, BC/MBC/DNC, First Graduate) and central government minority scholarships are available to lateral entry students subject to eligibility. The Mohamed Sathak Trust scholarship is also open to lateral entry students with strong academic records. Apply through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarships portal after admission.