Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies
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About Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies
Founded in 2002, Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies (SIMS) is committed to developing world-class seafarers who meet the highest global standards. With a Post-Sea Facility in Mumbai and a Pre-Sea Training Campus in Lonavala, SIMS delivers cutting-edge training that goes beyond regulatory requirements. Guided by its vision to be a leading maritime institute, SIMS focuses on innovation, excellence, and holistic development. The institute emphasizes practical learning, advanced methodology, and research to enhance maritime education. Its mission is to shape competent, disciplined, and future-ready professionals while ensuring customer satisfaction, equal opportunities, and a motivated workforce that contributes to the maritime and allied industries worldwide.
🎓 Pre-Sea Training
Diploma In Nautical Science – DNS
Eligibility: 10+2 PCM, age 17–25, pursuing Deck Cadet career, eligible for pre-sea training, DG exams.
Graduate Marine Engineering – GME
Eligibility: 10+2 PCM, medically fit, STCW training, pursuing Marine Engineering Officer career, eligible for DG pre-sea training.
BE / B-Tech Marine Engineering
Eligibility: 10+2 PCM ≥60%, English ≥50%, age <25, DG medical fit, 6/6 eyesight, passport required.
Electro Technical Officers – ETO
Eligibility: Completed ETO pre-sea/bridging, medically fit, STCW training, responsible for ship electrical systems, eligible for ETO CoC.
🛢️ Familiarization
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 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.
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.
Value added courses
Large Vessel Ship Handling Simulator – LVSH
Eligibility: This course is open to all deck officers
📋 Modular Courses
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.
🔥 Advanced Courses
LPG Tanker Cargo and Ballast handling Simulator – LCHS-LPG
Eligibility: Completed basic LNG/LPG tanker training, performing cargo/ballast duties, simulator training, certificate issued for advanced 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
Placement Companies
BP SHIPPING
Executive Ship Management
MAERSK LINE, LIMITED
Mediterranean Shipping Company
WALLEM SHIPMANAGEMENT (INDIA) PVT. LTD.
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