Pakistan Marine Academy Announces Admissions for 83rd Batch of Nautical and Marine Engineering Cadets (Session 2025-2026)
Pakistan Marine Academy Announces Admissions for 83rd Batch of Nautical and Marine Engineering Cadets (Session 2025-2026) That is the country’s premier maritime training institution, has opened admissions for its 83rd Batch of Nautical (Deck) and Marine Engineering Cadets for the Session 2025-2026. Aspiring young Pakistanis eager to pursue a challenging and rewarding career at sea are invited to apply. Below are the detailed eligibility criteria, academic qualifications, selection procedures, and other essential information for prospective candidates.
Eligibility Conditions:
- Gender: Unmarried male citizens of Pakistan.
- Age: Not more than 20 years as of FATA/Gilgit Baltistan/AJK/Balochistan and no more than 21 years for these regions as of December 31, 2024 (with a one-year age relaxation).
Academic Qualifications:
- For F.Sc Pre-Engineering Candidates:
- Must have passed with a minimum of 55% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- For O/A Level Candidates:
- Must submit an Equivalence Certificate along with their application.
- F.Sc/A-Level Part-II Candidates:
- Must have secured at least 60% marks in Part-I to apply. Hope Certificates are required from their educational institutions.
- Candidates with less than 55% marks in F.Sc upon receiving their results will be disqualified from selection.
How to Register:
- Application Forms: Available for download at the PMA website: www.marineacademy.edu.pk.
- Submission:
- Applications can be submitted via courier along with a pay order or bank draft of Rs. 3,500 in favor of Pakistan Marine Academy, Karachi.
- Candidates applying under the Self-Finance Scheme (SFS) must submit an additional pay order of Rs. 300,000/- with their application.
Selection Procedure:
- Entrance Test:
- Will be conducted at various centers across Pakistan, including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and others.
- Candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks in the entrance test to qualify for further consideration.
- Final Selection:
- Based on a combination of F.Sc marks, entry test results, medical examination, physical efficiency test (PET), and an interview.
- The PET includes running, push-ups, sit-ups, and chin-ups with specific time and repetition requirements.
Education, Training, and Degrees:
- Duration: Two-year residential training at PMA.
- Degree Awarded: Associate Degree in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering by NED University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi, upon completion.
- Certification: Cadets will receive International Maritime Organization (IMO) recognized Pre-Sea Mandatory Courses.
Scholarships:
- Need-Based Scholarships:
- Sponsored by the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, with 33 scholarships allocated as follows:
- Balochistan: 15
- KPK: 06
- Punjab: 06
- Sindh: 06
- Sponsored by the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, with 33 scholarships allocated as follows:
Ineligibility:
Candidates with the following conditions are not eligible to apply:
- Tampered academic certificates.
- Concealed or incomplete application information.
- Withdrawn from training institutions or armed forces for disciplinary reasons.
- Declared medically unfit or color blind by the Armed Forces’ Medical Board.
Important Dates:
- Last Date for Submission of Application: September 06, 2024.
- Entrance Test Date: September 22, 2024 (Sunday).
Conclusion:
This is a golden opportunity for young Pakistani men to embark on a prestigious maritime career with the Pakistan Marine Academy. With robust training, a degree from a recognized university, and opportunities for scholarships, this program offers a comprehensive pathway to a successful future in maritime professions. Interested candidates are urged to apply before the deadline and prepare for the entrance test to secure their place in this esteemed institution.
