Fosma Maritime Institute & Research Organisation (Kolkata)
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About Fosma Maritime Institute & Research Organisation (Kolkata)
FOSMA Maritime Institute & Research Organisation (FMIRO), Kolkata, is a professional maritime training centre dedicated to developing skilled and competent seafarers for the global shipping industry. The institute focuses on delivering high-quality post-sea training through modern classrooms, experienced faculty and advanced simulation facilities. FMIRO offers a wide range of courses designed to enhance seamanship, navigation, engineering knowledge and professional safety standards. The institute follows industry-oriented skill development to help seafarers progress in their careers with confidence. With a strong commitment to training excellence, FMIRO ensures that learners gain both theoretical understanding and practical exposure required for life at sea. It continues to serve as a trusted training hub for maritime professionals across India.
🔥 Advanced Courses
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.
Diesel Engine Combustion Gas Simulator
Eligibility: Completed basic engine training/CoC, performing diesel engine duties, simulator training, certificate issued for advanced competency.
Medical Care
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, designated for medical care on board, covers advanced first aid, certificate issued.
Ship Security Officer – SSO
Eligibility: Completed approved SSO course under ISPS, appointed ship security officer, covers plans, threats, certificate issued mandatory.
Simulator- Liquid Cargo Handling – Oil – Management level – LCHS OIL
Eligibility: Hold Chief Engineer/Senior Deck Officer CoC, manage oil tanker cargo, simulator training, certificate issued mandatory.
📋 Modular Courses
Automatic Radar Plotting Aids – ARPA
Eligibility: Completed ROSC, valid INDOS, CDC, passport, photos, sea service records; course duration approximately five days.
Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems – ECDIS
Eligibility: Completed Deck pre-sea/OOW CoC, performing navigation duties on ECDIS, covers operation, navigation, certificate issued.
Engine Room Simulator – Management level
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class I/II CoC, perform engine room management, simulator training, certificate issued for management-level duties.
Engine Room Simulator – Operational level
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class III/SEO or pre-sea, operational engine duties, simulator training, certificate issued for operations.
General Operator`s Certificate for GMDSS
Eligibility: Completed DG-approved GMDSS course, responsible for ship radio communication, covers operation, distress procedures, certificate issued.
Medical First Aid – MFA
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, responsible for first aid on board, covers procedures, treatment, certificate issued.
Radar Observer Simulator – ROC
Eligibility: Completed OOW training/CoC, responsible for radar watchkeeping, covers operation, collision avoidance, simulator training, certificate issued.
Radar and Navigation Simulator – RANSCO
Eligibility: Completed OOW training/CoC, bridge watchkeeping duties, covers radar, ECDIS, navigation, collision avoidance, certificate issued.
Ship Manoeuvering Simulator – SMS
Eligibility: Completed OOW/Master pre-sea training or CoC, practising ship manoeuvring, docking, emergencies, certificate issued mandatory.
Train the Simulator Trainer and Assessor Course – TSTA
Eligibility: Experienced officer/instructor with CoC; trains and assesses cadets on simulators, covers instruction, assessment, certificate issued.
⚓ Competency Courses
Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I
Eligibility: Chief Mate (FG) Phase I eligibility: NWKO CoC, 18 months sea service, mandatory STCW advanced courses.
Chief Mate (FG) – Phase II
Eligibility: Completed Chief Mate FG Phase I, required sea service, final stage training, eligible for CoC issuance.
MEO Class – I
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class II CoC, required sea service, preparing for MEO Class I CoC, advanced training.
MEO Class – II
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class III CoC, required sea service, preparing for MEO Class II CoC, advanced training.
Master FG Advanced Shipboard Management – ASM
Eligibility: Hold Master FG Phase I CoC, required sea service, preparing for Phase II advanced shipboard management.
Second Mate (FG) Competency Course
Eligibility: Hold OOW FG CoC, required sea service, preparing for Second Mate FG CoC exam, navigation and operations.
Second Mate (FG) Foundation Course
Eligibility: Completed OOW FG pre-sea training, preparing for Second Mate FG Phase I, covers navigation, watchkeeping, CoC pathway.
🛢️ Familiarization
Crowd Management, Passenger Safety and Safety Training
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, assigned passenger ship duties, covers crowd control, evacuation, certificate issued mandatory.
General
Refresher & Updating Training Course for Master & Deck Officer – RUT
Eligibility: Refresher & Updating Training (RUT) course for Masters Deck Officer, you must hold a valid STCW 2010 Certificate of Competency (CoC) and meet specific requirements for documents
🔄 Refresher Courses
Refresher Training for Medical Care – RMC
Eligibility: Previously Medical Care certified seafarers; refresher ensures updated skills in treatment, first aid, emergencies, mandatory renewal.
Refresher Training for Medical First Aid – RMFA
Eligibility: Previously Medical First Aid certified seafarers; refresher updates casualty management and STCW compliance, mandatory renewal.
Refresher and Updating Training Course for all Engineers – RUT
Eligibility: Valid Marine Engineering CoC holders; refresher ensures updated operational/management competence, safety, emergency, and regulatory compliance renewal.
Revalidation Training Course for Masters and Deck Officers
Eligibility: Hold Master/Deck Officer CoC; refresher updates navigation, safety, regulations, emergency procedures, certificate revalidated for service.
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
Placement Companies
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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