Tolani Maritime Institute (TMI)
DNS Pre-Screening Test 2026 — Complete Process & FAQ
If you’re planning to join the Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) course at Tolani Maritime Institute (TMI), you must first clear the TMI DNS Pre-Screening Test.
Here’s everything you need to know — exam format, subjects, interview process, cut-off, and final selection flow.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1️⃣ Is the DNS Pre-Screening Test online or offline?
✅ The TMI DNS Pre-Screening Test is online and home-based. You can give the test from the comfort of your home.
2️⃣ What is the total duration of the exam?
The total examination duration is 90 minutes and includes 80 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
3️⃣ What is a safe cut-off score?
Aim for a score of 70+ to stay on the safer side.
4️⃣ Which subjects are covered in the DNS Pre-Screening Test?
- Mathematics
- Physics
- English Grammar
- Reasoning
- Aptitude
5️⃣ What happens after the DNS Pre-Screening Test?
After clearing the written test, candidates are called for the online interview conducted by Tolani Maritime Institute. Based on your PCM marks and IMU-CET rank, a merit list will be published, followed by sponsorship and admission steps.
⚙️ TMI DNS Pre-Screening Process Flow
- ️ Online Examination (Home-Based) — 90 mins, 80 MCQs
- Clear Cut-Off (70+ recommended)
- Online Interview by Tolani
- Merit List Published (based on PCM marks & IMU-CET rank)
- Sponsorship Company Process
- Written Test (as per company)
- Psychometric Test / Interview
- ⚓ Final Company Selection
- Medical Examination
- Fee Payment & Admission at TMI

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