Asha International Institute of Marine Technology
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About Asha International Institute of Marine Technology
ASHA International Institute of Marine Technology (AIIMT), Varanasi, functions under the registered Asha Educational Society and is approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Ministry of Shipping, Government of India (Letter No. 3-TR(87)/2002-GP). AIIMT is committed to training young Indians for careers in the Merchant Navy as GP Ratings, enabling them to serve on Indian and international ships worldwide. The institute emphasizes safe shipping and clean seas, aligning with the objectives of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), London, through conventions, protocols, and guidelines on maritime safety, pollution prevention, seafarer certification, and watchkeeping. AIIMT hones candidates’ skills to meet the challenges of modern shipping with professional competence and global readiness.
🛢️ Familiarization
Security Trng. for Seafarer with Designated Security Duties – STSDSD
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, assigned designated security duties, covers ship security, threat assessment, certificate issued mandatory.
Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations – BTOCT
Eligibility: Completed STCW, assigned oil/chemical tanker cargo duties, CoP certificate issued upon completion, mandatory for service.
Basic Trainig for Ships using Fuels covered within IGF code
Eligibility: Completed STCW VI/1 safety training, DG-approved medical fitness certificate, mandatory DG Shipping e-learning completed.
Basic Training for Liquified Gas Tanker Cargo Operations – BTGT
Eligibility: Completed STCW, pre-sea training, valid CDC, medically fit, assigned to gas tanker duties (deck/engine).
Basic Safety Training – BST
Eligibility: 10th pass, age 18–30, medically fit, complete STCW PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR, full attendance.
🔥 Advanced Courses
Advanced Training for Liquified Gas Tanker Cargo Operations – GASCO
Eligibility: Must hold CoC, completed IGF & ATFF CoP, with 3 months IGF/gas tanker sea service in 5 years.
Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations – CHEMCO
Eligibility: Candidates need a valid CoC, OCTF training, and 3 months chemical tanker sea service in last 5 years.
Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations – TASCO
Eligibility: Valid INDOS, basic tanker cert, 3-month sea service/CoC, e-learning, pass exit exam, full attendance.
🔄 Refresher Courses
Refresher Training for Proficiency in PST – RPST
Eligibility: Previously PST certified seafarers; refresher updates survival skills, life-saving appliances use, drills, safety compliance, mandatory renewal.
Refresher Training for Proficiency in FPFF – RFPFF
Eligibility: Previously FPFF certified seafarers; refresher ensures updated fire prevention, firefighting skills, safety compliance, mandatory renewal.
🎓 Pre-Sea Training
Training for General Purpose Ratings – G.P. RATING
Eligibility: 10th pass, medically fit, STCW trained, joining as General Purpose Rating, covers ship duties, certificate issued.
📋 Modular Courses
Assessment, Examination and Certification of Seafarers – AECS
Eligibility: Training at DG-approved MTI, e-learning, classroom/practical/simulator assessment, exit exam, MTI uploads, DG issues CoP.
Vertical Integration Course for Trainers – VICT
Eligibility: Experienced instructor with CoC; delivers integrated maritime training, covers instruction, assessment, simulator use, certificate issued.
Ship Simulators
Advanced navigation and engine room simulators for practical training
Research Vessels
Two research vessels for hands-on maritime experience
Library & Digital Resources
Comprehensive maritime library with 50,000+ books and digital resources
Hostels
Comfortable accommodation for 2000+ students
Sports Complex
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities including swimming pool
Medical Center
24/7 medical facilities with qualified medical staff
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Admission Process
Fill online application form
Pay application fee
Appear for IMU CET entrance exam
Counseling based on rank
Document verification
Fee payment and admission confirmation