Institute of Marine Education And Research
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About Institute of Marine Education And Research
The Institute of Marine Education & Research (IMER) was established on 29 February 2000 as a private maritime training organization. Headquartered in Patna, Bihar, with another campus in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, the institute provides quality education and training for aspiring seafarers. IMER is approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India, and offers a wide range of courses including competency, modular, refresher, and STCW training programs. These courses cover areas such as Basic Safety Training, oil/chemical/gas tanker familiarization, advanced modular training, and competency phases for officers and engineers. The institute emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical learning, ensuring students are fully prepared for careers in the merchant navy. IMER’s mission is to deliver world-class maritime education that meets international standards, while supporting the professional growth of students and fulfilling the manpower needs of the global shipping industry.
🛢️ Familiarization
Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
Eligibility: Completed STCW, assigned oil/chemical tanker cargo duties, CoP certificate issued upon completion, mandatory for service.
Basic Training for Liquified Gas Tanker Cargo Operations
Eligibility: Completed STCW, pre-sea training, valid CDC, medically fit, assigned to gas tanker duties (deck/engine).
Basic Safety Training
Eligibility: 10th pass, age 18–30, medically fit, complete STCW PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR, full attendance.
Security Trng. for Seafarer with Designated Security Duties
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, assigned designated security duties, covers ship security, threat assessment, certificate issued mandatory.
🔥 Advanced Courses
Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
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
Eligibility: Valid INDOS, basic tanker cert, 3-month sea service/CoC, e-learning, pass exit exam, full attendance.
Medical Care
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, designated for medical care on board, covers advanced first aid, certificate issued.
Ship Security Officer
Eligibility: Completed approved SSO course under ISPS, appointed ship security officer, covers plans, threats, certificate issued mandatory.
🔄 Refresher Courses
Refresher Training for Medical Care
Eligibility: Previously Medical Care certified seafarers; refresher ensures updated skills in treatment, first aid, emergencies, mandatory renewal.
Refresher Training for Proficiency in PST
Eligibility: Previously PST certified seafarers; refresher updates survival skills, life-saving appliances use, drills, safety compliance, mandatory renewal.
Refresher Training for Proficiency in FPFF
Eligibility: Previously FPFF certified seafarers; refresher ensures updated fire prevention, firefighting skills, safety compliance, mandatory renewal.
⚓ Competency Courses
MEO Class – II
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class III CoC, required sea service, preparing for MEO Class II CoC, advanced training.
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.
Second Mate (FG) Competency Course
Eligibility: Hold OOW FG CoC, required sea service, preparing for Second Mate FG CoC exam, navigation and operations.
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