International Maritime Academy (IMA)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Estd 1999
Technical Collaboration with Annamalai University, TN
DGS, Mumbai, Govt. of India.
One of the most significant institutions in the country for training seagoing cadets is the International Maritime Academy, which is located in Chennai. It is the Top Maritime Education Academy in India. On the actual academy campus, the Institute has built its very own Ship-In-Campus training facility. It has a solid reputation within the field of maritime education and training and offers all students exceptional training. Additionally, it has a cutting-edge maritime workshop, training tools, and other tools to give the entire emerging workforce excellent training. Both the International Accreditation Organization and the Directorate General of Shipping have given their approval to the Institute. Additionally, it collaborates technically with Annamalai University to deliver courses.
The International Maritime Institute believes in providing its students with the best possible infrastructural resources in light of current trends. The institute's standards must be upheld in accordance with international standards. For the benefit of the students' academic needs, the institute maintains a well-maintained library, science lab, computer classroom, and conference room. Additionally, IMA has a gym, sports field, mess hall, and hostel. Since the Institute is a maritime academy, it offers appropriate workbench training classes to give students the skills they need. Manufacturing company, ship engine room, swimming pool, and many other items are on the list.
- Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) Ministry of shipping, Govt of India
- Has Obtained PROVISIONAL ACCREDITATION by Royal Institution of Naval Architects, United Kingdom
- Awarded ISO 9001: 2015 quality Certification by Indian Register Quality Systems.
Courses
Course |
Specialisations |
Eligibility & Course period |
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BTech |
Marine Engineering Naval Architecture |
Intermediate Graduate with 45% marks with PCM Duration of 4 years |
3.7 Lakhs 1sy Year |
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MTech |
Naval Architecture & Ship Building |
Bachelor’s in Civil/ Mechanical/ Electrical. Duration of 2 Years |
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BSc |
Nautical Science |
Intermediate Graduate with 45% marks with PCM Duration of 3 Years |
3.7 Lakhs 1st year |
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MBA |
International Business Management Shipping and Port Management Shipping and Logistics Management Logistics and Supply Chain Management Dual Specialisation: Marketing & HR Shipping and Marine insurance Management |
Bachelor’s Degree with 50% marks Duration of 2 Years |
40,000 per Semester. Distance Education Tution Fees Rs. 20,000/ Semester
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Diploma |
Nautical Science |
Intermediate Graduate with 45% marks with PCM Duration of 1 Year |
3.9 Lakhs Total fees |
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MIB |
Master in International Business |
Bachelor’s Degree with 50% marks Duration of 2 Years |
80,000 First Year |
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General Purpose Rating (GP Rating) |
GP Pre – Sea training |
English, mathematics, and science in 10th with 40% average. English 40% in the XIIth grade/ Pass in a 2-year ITI programme that has been approved by DVET with a minimum of 50% overall in the final year.
Duration of 6 Months |
1,70,000 Lakhs Total fee |
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MCA |
General |
Bachelor’s Degree with 50% marks Duration of 2 Years |
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Merchant Navy |
General |
English, mathematics, and science must be taken and passed in the Xth grade by a government-recognized board with a 40% average Duration of 6-9 Months |
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PhD |
Naval Architecture & Ship building Environmental Science |
ME / M.Tech in Civil / Mechanical / Naval Architecture / Electrical / Marine Engineering / M.Arch / M.Sc – Naval Architecture / Aeronautical / Ship Building (or) C.O.C as Extra First Class Engineer / C.O.C as MEO Class I.
Duration of 2- 5 Years |
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Admission
- By downloading the application from the website or picking one up in person from the office, interested candidates can reserve their seats.
- If you are eligible, you can reserve a spot by sending a reservation fee of Rs. 5,000 by check payable to the "International Maritime Academy Trust'' payable in Chennai. (Before reserving your seat, please check your eyesight.) An immediate reservation receipt will be sent. The Academy has informed you that you must pay the balance course fee.
- The completed application form and reservation fee may also be sent by those awaiting their (10+2) or HSC results (Seat Reservation Receipt will be sent immediately).
- The students who booked their seats should report to the IMA- Administrative office with the original mark sheets and passing certificates of 10th and 12th grades, as well as two passport-sized photographs. (Students will be informed of the reporting date.)
- Students may complete their medical examination with any DGs-approved physician.
- Students who have verified their eligibility and are in good health should pay the remaining course fees prior to the start of the course.
Eligibility
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Course |
Eligibility |
Age Limit & Vision |
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Marine Engineering (BTech) |
Pass in HSC / (10+2) from a Recognized Board With 60% Average in PCM (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics Subject). 50% in English either in 10th or 12th |
Maximum 25 Yrs (Maximum age 30 years for SC/ST candidates).
Vision: No Color Blindness, (+) or (-) 2.5 vision is allowed. Eyeglasses permitted. |
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MTech |
Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) in civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural, marine, or nautical engineering; shipbuilding; aeronautical engineering; or B.Arch. |
Nil |
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B.Sc. (Nautical Science) |
Intermediate Graduate with 45% marks with PCM
The B.Sc. (Nautical Science) Students who have scored 60% PCM and above in 10+2, can appear for their second mate competency examination as per TEAP Manual flow diagram no: II/1-1(A). |
Maximum 25 Yrs (Maximum age 30 years for SC/ST candidates 28 years for OBC Candidates)
VISION: No Color Blindness, 6/6 Vision in each eye. No Eye Glasses permitted. |
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Diploma Nautical Science |
10, +2 From a Recognized Board with 60% Average in PCM (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics Subject) |
Maximum 25 Yrs (Maximum age 30 years for SC/ST candidates & 28 Years for (OBC). VISION: No Color Blindness, 6/6 Vision in each eye. No Eye Glasses permitted. |
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General Purpose Rating (GP Rating) |
10th Std. Pass from Govt. recognised board with subjects English, Mathematics & Science with 40% aggregate/ Pass in 2 year ITI course approved by DVET with minimum 50 % aggregate marks in final year. |
Min. 17years 6 months – 25 yrs (maximum) VISION: No Color Blindness, 6/6 Vision in each eye. No Eye Glasses permitted. |
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MBA |
Any degree with a minimum GPA of 50% from an accredited university. (OR) Mariners who possess the following professional qualification after completing at least six years of study and training following their 10+2 year, which leads to: master foreign going certificate of competence (OR) b) A First Class Motor, Steam, or Combined (Chief Engineer) Certificate of Competency from the Indian Ministry of Shipping's Directorate General of Shipping or one of its international equivalents. |
Nil |
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MIB |
Any degree with a minimum GPA of 50% from an accredited university. (OR) Mariners who possess the following professional qualification after completing at least six years of study and training following their 10+2 year, which leads to: master foreign going certificate of competence (OR) b) A First Class Motor, Steam, or Combined (Chief Engineer) Certificate of Competency from the Indian Ministry of Shipping's Directorate General of Shipping or one of its international equivalents. |
Nil |
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PhD |
ME / M.Tech in Civil / Mechanical / Naval Architecture / Electrical / Marine Engineering / M.Arch / M.Sc – Naval Architecture / Aeronautical / Ship Building (or) C.O.C as Extra First Class Engineer / C.O.C as MEO Class I. |
Nil |
Navigating Office Team:
Those that are in charge of the ship's navigation, the loading and unloading of cargo, radio transmission, and crew and passenger control and safety. The master, who determines the course of the journey and controls the vessel, is the ship's chief navigator. He has complete authority over the ship's officers, crew, and passengers. A person who has the necessary sea time and passes additional exams from the trainee apprentice level will be elevated to captain of the ship. Job profiles are;
- Captain
- Chief officer
- Second Officer
- Trainee Cadets
Engineer Officers Team:
The main engine, boilers, pumps, hydraulic fuel systems, the ship's electrical generating plant, and the distribution system are all completely under the control of the ship's engineers. With sufficient sea time and additional testing, one can advance from the position of trainee engineering officer to that of ship's chief engineer.
- Chief Engineer
- Second Engineer
- Third Engineer
- Fourth Engineer
- Junior Engineering Cadets
Crew team
The GP crew is involved in a variety of daily tasks to support the Chief Officers on the Deck or the Second Engineer on the Engine side. With the right tests and sea time, one can advance from a GP crew position to a Captain or Chief Engineer level. The catering staff will handle the cooking and food preparation tasks. For many different types of vessels, there is a great need for specialised fitters and welders.
- GP Crew: Deck & Engine Crew
- Catering Crew: Saloon Department
- Fitters
- Welders
Marine Engineer
The student is qualified to be appointed as a Junior Engineer on Merchant Ships after finally passing the four-year Marine Engineering course and a four-Modular course. The Engineer becomes a Chief Engineer of a ship within 6 to 7 years after completing the required time on ships and passing the competency examination held by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India, or Marine Administration of other governments. The academy provides the successful, meritorious students with the essential placement guidance.
- After four years, enrol in the marine engineering programme as the fifth engineer.
- Promoted to fourth and third engineers after completing six months of sea service and passing the MEO Class IV Exam.
- Promoted to second engineer after completing a year of sea service and passing the MEO Class II Exam.
- If you have more sea time and pass the MEO Class I exam, you can be promoted to chief engineer.
Master Mariner:
The cadets will join the ship as Trainee Cadet Officers once the course is finished. They must gain a year's worth of sea experience. After completing a year at sea, they will be promoted immediately to the rank of SECOND OFFICER without having to take any additional tests. They will be promoted to Chief Officer and then take over command of the ship after more sea time and exams. The candidates who complete this course will be prepared to command a ship. Master mariner is another term for a ship's captain. Candidates are qualified to join ships as Deck Cadets after successfully completing this pre-sea training. Regular campus interviews for job placement are held at our Academy by the top international shipping companies.
The Merchant Navy primarily handles maritime cargo and passenger transportation on occasion. Its fleets are divided into several categories, including passenger ships, cargo liners, tankers, bulk carriers, car carriers, containers, and other specialised types of vessels. The merchant navy, which transports cargo around the world for import and export business, is the foundation of global trade. The following category is primarily represented by career options in the merchant navy:
- Navigating officers (Deck side officers)
- Marine engineering Officers (Engine side officers)
- Crew members (To assist the officers)
- Specialised officers (Electrical officer, Radio officers)
These jobs are available through contracts with shipping companies, which last between 6 and 9 months. When the contract period is over, the officers can take a break, and the company will welcome them back right away. Marine engineers and deck officers are in high demand right now on a global scale. The need for Deck & Engine officers is acutely felt by the shipping companies. As a result, trained individuals receive immediate job opportunities across the globe.
Top Recruiters
Candidates need to join the college before applying for the scholarship, Once the admission is over then need to apply with the admin officer. Candidate’s parent annual income should not exceed Rs.4,50,000 and also should have good marks in 12th standard.
Once the scholarship is been awarded by International Maritime Academy to a candidate, then it would be applicable throughout the course duration. Since, International Maritime Academy being one of the best BSc Nautical science college in Chennai, There are many candidates getting avail of this great opportunity provided by IMA Management Chennai.
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International Maritime Academy
No.41, Jamin Korattur, Pudhuchatram,
(From Poonamallee to Tirupathi Highway Road)
Fax : 26810980
