MASSA Maritime Academy
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About MASSA Maritime Academy
MASSA Maritime Academy (MMA) is a premier Indian maritime-training institution operated under the trust Maritime Training and Research Foundation (MTRF), promoted by MASSA — the Maritime Association of Shipowners, Ship managers and Agents. MMA operates branches in Navi Mumbai and Chennai, and delivers a full range of DGS-approved competency and modular courses for seafarers, including engine-room and deck-officer training. With ISO certification and strong emphasis on realistic simulator-based training, MMA aims to build competent, industry-ready mariners while maintaining high standards of professionalism and safety. Through decades of service, MASSA Maritime Academy remains committed to delivering quality maritime education and supporting careers in merchant shipping.
🔥 Advanced Courses
Advanced Trg. for Ships using Fuels covered within IGF code
Eligibility: STCW VI/1, Basic IGF CoP, e-learning, sea service/simulator, submit certificates, ID, CDC documents.
Diesel Engine Combustion Gas Simulator
Eligibility: Completed basic engine training/CoC, performing diesel engine duties, simulator training, certificate issued for advanced competency.
High Voltage Safety and Switch Gear at Management level
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class I/II CoC, manage high voltage systems, training covers operation, safety, certificate issued.
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
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.
Automatic Radar Plotting Aids – ARPA
Eligibility: Completed ROSC, valid INDOS, CDC, passport, photos, sea service records; course duration approximately five days.
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.
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.
🛢️ Familiarization
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.
High Voltage Safety and Switch Gear at Operational level
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class III/SEO CoC, operational high voltage duties, training covers safe operation, maintenance, 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.
🔄 Refresher Courses
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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Placement information is not available at the moment. Please contact the institute for details about their placement records and recruiters.
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