J&K teen joins Merchant Navy after just one month of self-study
Tanvi Sharma from Rajouri has joined the Merchant Navy after clearing the 2025 entrance examination with just one month of self-study after Class 12.
Eighteen-year-old Tanvi Sharma from Rajouri has joined the Merchant Navy after clearing the entrance examination in 2025 with just one month of self-study after completing Class 12.
A student with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology (PCMB), Tanvi had the option to prepare for engineering or medical entrance exams. Instead, she decided to pursue a different career.
"I wanted to choose a field that was different. I hoped my journey would encourage other young people to explore careers beyond the usual choices," she said.
After learning about opportunities in the Merchant Navy, Tanvi completed her training at T.S. Chanakya, a government-affiliated maritime training institute. She has now been placed with Laurel Ship Management Company and is scheduled to join in August.
Her journey was not easy. She said she had to travel to cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Goa to appear for different examinations. She also faced hesitation from family members in the beginning and had limited access to study resources.
Despite these challenges, Tanvi continued preparing on her own. She said consistency and determination helped her move forward.
Tanvi credited her mother for standing by her throughout the process. She said her mother accompanied her to different cities for examinations and supported her during her preparation.
She also thanked her school principal for motivating her to stay focused and work consistently.
Speaking about self-study, Tanvi said external guidance can only help to a certain extent. "You cannot achieve your goal unless you have the passion and determination within yourself," she said.
She added that clearing the examination made all her hard work worthwhile. "I feel proud and happy today. The effort, travel and preparation have finally paid off," she said.
Tanvi also encouraged girls, especially those from Jammu and Kashmir, to pursue their goals without hesitation. She said girls should believe in themselves, remain consistent and not give up when faced with difficulties.
According to Tanvi, she is the first girl from the Pir Panjal region of Jammu and Kashmir to achieve this milestone. She hopes her success will inspire more young people, especially girls, to explore careers in the Merchant Navy and other emerging fields.
(WITH INPUTS FROM ANI)
Eighteen-year-old Tanvi Sharma from Rajouri has joined the Merchant Navy after clearing the entrance examination in 2025 with just one month of self-study after completing Class 12.
A student with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology (PCMB), Tanvi had the option to prepare for engineering or medical entrance exams. Instead, she decided to pursue a different career.
"I wanted to choose a field that was different. I hoped my journey would encourage other young people to explore careers beyond the usual choices," she said.
After learning about opportunities in the Merchant Navy, Tanvi completed her training at T.S. Chanakya, a government-affiliated maritime training institute. She has now been placed with Laurel Ship Management Company and is scheduled to join in August.
Her journey was not easy. She said she had to travel to cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Goa to appear for different examinations. She also faced hesitation from family members in the beginning and had limited access to study resources.
Despite these challenges, Tanvi continued preparing on her own. She said consistency and determination helped her move forward.
Tanvi credited her mother for standing by her throughout the process. She said her mother accompanied her to different cities for examinations and supported her during her preparation.
She also thanked her school principal for motivating her to stay focused and work consistently.
Speaking about self-study, Tanvi said external guidance can only help to a certain extent. "You cannot achieve your goal unless you have the passion and determination within yourself," she said.
She added that clearing the examination made all her hard work worthwhile. "I feel proud and happy today. The effort, travel and preparation have finally paid off," she said.
Tanvi also encouraged girls, especially those from Jammu and Kashmir, to pursue their goals without hesitation. She said girls should believe in themselves, remain consistent and not give up when faced with difficulties.
According to Tanvi, she is the first girl from the Pir Panjal region of Jammu and Kashmir to achieve this milestone. She hopes her success will inspire more young people, especially girls, to explore careers in the Merchant Navy and other emerging fields.
(WITH INPUTS FROM ANI)
