Established in 1999, R.L. Institute of Nautical Sciences (RLINS) is a DG Shipping–approved maritime training institute located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It is affiliated with Indian Maritime University (IMU), Chennai, and functions as an off‑campus center of Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani.
RLINS is recognized as one of the leading maritime academies in South India, with over 800 students enrolled annually. The institute emphasizes discipline, skill, and innovation, preparing cadets for global shipping careers through advanced training facilities and real‑time sea exposure.
