Tamil Nadu Maritime Academy
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About Tamil Nadu Maritime Academy
Tamil Nadu Maritime Academy (TNMA), established in 1998 by the Government of Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to providing high-quality maritime training and shaping aspiring youth for careers in the global maritime sector. India ranks 6th in manpower supply to the international maritime community, and TNMA contributes significantly to this workforce with its industry-relevant training. The Academy functions under the Governing Council headed by the Principal Secretary/Chairman, Tamil Nadu Maritime Board. Located in Thoothukudi, a major port city, TNMA offers modern classrooms, ship-simulated hostels, and advanced facilities in a serene campus by the sea. With practical exposure through Poompuhar Shipping vessels and workshops, TNMA ensures holistic, hands-on training comparable with leading maritime institutes.
🎓 Pre-Sea Training
Training for General Purpose Ratings – G.P. RATING
Eligibility: 10th pass, medically fit, STCW trained, joining as General Purpose Rating, covers ship duties, certificate issued.
🛢️ Familiarization
Basic Safety Training – BST
Eligibility: 10th pass, age 18–30, medically fit, complete STCW PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR, full attendance.
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.
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.
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🔄 Refresher Courses
Refresher Training for Proficiency in FPFF – RFPFF
Eligibility: Previously FPFF certified seafarers; refresher ensures updated fire prevention, firefighting skills, safety compliance, mandatory renewal.
Refresher Training for Proficiency in PST – RPST
Eligibility: Previously PST certified seafarers; refresher updates survival skills, life-saving appliances use, drills, safety compliance, mandatory renewal.
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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