Southern Academy of Maritime Studies
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About Southern Academy of Maritime Studies
Southern Academy of Maritime Studies (SAMS)
Founded by Shri Vekkaliamman Educational Trust under the vision of a seasoned mariner, SAMS has completed 25 years of excellence in maritime education. Established in 1999 with STCW courses, the institute has grown into one of India’s premier maritime training centers.
SAMS College of Engineering and Technology (SAMS-CET), launched in 2006, is approved by AICTE, DGS–Mumbai, and affiliated to Anna University, Chennai. Spread across a serene 10-acre campus on the Chennai–Tirupati Highway, the institute offers world-class infrastructure including Ship-in-Campus, advanced laboratories, workshops, modern classrooms, auditorium, gym, and hostels. With dedicated faculty and strong academic standards, SAMS provides holistic training that nurtures skilled engineers and seafarers for the global maritime industry.
🎓 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.
B.Sc Nautical Science
Eligibility: 10+2 PCM ≥60%, English ≥50%, age ≤25, medically fit, 6/6 eyesight, no color blindness.
Diploma In Nautical Science
Eligibility: 10+2 PCM, age 17–25, pursuing Deck Cadet career, eligible for pre-sea training, DG exams.
Training for General Purpose Ratings
Eligibility: 10th pass, medically fit, STCW trained, joining as General Purpose Rating, covers ship duties, certificate issued.
🔥 Advanced Courses
Advanced Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping
Eligibility: Minimum 18 years, basic education, medical fitness, INDoS, passport, BST certificate, seafarer eligibility.
📋 Modular Courses
Orientation Course for Catering Personal
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, joining ships as catering personnel, covers safety, hygiene, shipboard familiarization, 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