Pakistan Marine Academy Jobs 2025 – Admissions for (Deck Cadets & Engineering Cadets)

Pakistan Marine Academy Admissions 2026–27 (Deck Cadets & Engineering Cadets)

The Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA) in Karachi is accepting applications for its two-year cadet programs for Session 2026–27. A total of 64 seats are available, divided between:

• Deck Cadet Course (Nautical Science)
• Engineering Cadet Course (Marine Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, IMU-affiliated)

Applicants must be unmarried male Pakistani citizens, aged 20–21 years by 31 December 2025, with at least 55% marks in F.Sc (Pre-Engineering/Pre-Medical) or I.Com (General Science). The deadline to submit application forms and a PKR 4,000 bank draft is 25 July 2025. Written and Physical Endurance Tests (PET) will be held on 10 August 2025. Download forms from www.marineacademy.edu.pk.

1. Seat Allocation & Scholarships

• Provincial Quotas (21 seats):
  • Balochistan 15 | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 6 | Punjab 6 | Sindh 6
    (If provinces do not fill their quota, seats go to general merit.)
• Self-Finance Seats (Remaining 43): Tuition and hostel fees apply.

2. Eligibility Criteria

1. Citizenship: Male citizens of Pakistan (including Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan).
2. Age (as of 31 Dec 2025): 20 to 21 years (no relaxation).
3. Education:
   • F.Sc (Pre-Engineering/Pre-Medical) or I.Com (General Science) with ≥55% aggregate.
   • F.Sc candidates: ≥60% in Part I (First Year).
   • Foreign intermediate equivalents must have an IBCC equivalence certificate.
4. Physical & Medical Standards:
   • Height: ≥ 5′4″ (162.5 cm)
   • BMI: 18.5–25
   • Vision: 6/6 each eye (with or without soft contact lenses; no color blindness)
   • Free from chronic illnesses or disabilities (IMO-approved medical certificate required, within 6 months).
5. Character: No criminal record; Character/Police Clearance Certificate (issued within 6 months).

3. Training Structure & Curriculum

Deck Cadet Course (Nautical Science)

• Duration: 2 years (academic + sea training).
• Academics: Navigation principles, seamanship, chart work, meteorology, oceanography, cargo handling, marine law, and ship construction.
• Practical Training:
  • Bridge Simulator: Radar, ARPA, ECDIS, GMDSS practice.
  • Seamanship Labs: Rope work, knots, line handling, lifeboat drills, firefighting.
• Sea Service: At least two months aboard PMA’s training ship “Nazimuddin” for watchkeeping, steering, anchoring, and onboard duties.

Engineering Cadet Course (Marine Engineering, IMU-Affiliated)

• Duration: 2 years (academic + sea training).
• Academics: Thermodynamics, marine diesel engines, auxiliary machinery, shipboard electrical systems, piping, and engine resource management.
• Practical Labs:
  • Engine Room Simulator: Watchkeeping, troubleshooting, emergency drills.
  • Workshops: Lathe operation, welding, machining.
• Sea Service: Minimum sea time on merchant or government vessels under licensed engineers—hands-on engine-room tasks, maintenance, and safety drills.

Degree Awarded:

• BS (Marine Science) in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering, conferred by the University of Karachi and IMO-accredited.

4. Application Process

Step 1: Download & Complete Application Form

1. Visit www.marineacademy.edu.pk → “Admissions 2026-27” → “Download Application Form”.
2. Print on A4 size; fill all fields in black ink.
3. Attach two recent passport-size photographs (white background).

Step 2: Gather Supporting Documents

• Matriculation Certificate & DMC (attested copy).
• Intermediate Certificate & DMC (attested copy).
• IBCC Equivalence Certificate (for foreign qualifications).
• Domicile Certificate (attested).
• Character/Police Clearance Certificate (attested, no older than 6 months).
• IMO-Approved Medical Fitness Certificate (from Armed Forces Hospital or PMA Medical Centre).
• CNIC/B-Form (attested copy).
• Deposit Slip of PKR 4,000 (non-refundable) as a bank draft in favor of “Pakistan Marine Academy, Karachi” (NBP, PMA Branch, Account #0239).
• 4 passport-size photographs (white background).
• NOC (if employed in government or serving military).

Step 3: Submit Application

• In Person or Courier:

  Officer-In-Charge (Admissions)
  Pakistan Marine Academy
  East Wharf Road, Karachi-75780
  Phone: 021-99241201-05 Ext 114 
  Fax: 021-99241206
  Email: admissions@marineacademy.edu.pk
  

• Deadline: Must reach by 25 July 2025. Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.

Step 4: Written Examination

• Date: 10 August 2025 (Sunday)
• Centers: Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Mirpur (AJK), and Gilgit
• Format:
  • Section A (English): Grammar, comprehension, vocabulary (30 marks)
  • Section B (Mathematics): Algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics (30 marks)
  • Section C (Physics/General Science): Basic concepts (20 marks)
  • Section D (General Knowledge/Pakistan Affairs): Current affairs and national topics (20 marks)
• Passing Mark: 50% overall.

Step 5: Physical Endurance Test (PET)

• Eligible Candidates: Those scoring ≥50% in written test.
• Location: PMA Karachi
• Components & Standards:
  

  Test	Requirement	Benchmark
  1.6 km Run	Timed run	≤ 8 minutes
  Chin-Ups	Upper-body strength	≥ 15 reps in 2 minutes
  Sit-Ups	Core strength	≥ 15 reps in 2 minutes
  Push-Ups	Upper-body endurance	≥ 20 reps in 2 minutes
  100 m Sprint	Speed test	≤ 16 seconds

• Timing: Late August 2025 (exact date announced at admit-card issuance).

Step 6: Interview & Final Medical

• Interview:
  • Held at PMA Karachi.
  • Personal interview before the selection board; document verification.
• Medical Examination:
  • Conducted at PMA Health Centre or designated Armed Forces Hospital.
  • Includes chest X-ray, ECG, blood tests, vision, hearing, orthopedic, and general medical exam.
• Final Merit List:
  • Combined scores: Written Test (50%) + PET (20%) + Interview (15%) + Academic Record (15%).
  • Published by October 2025.
• Commissioning Orders: Selected cadets report to PMA for training starting November 2025 (exact date on offer letter).

5. Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Application Fee: Non-refundable PKR 4,000 (bank draft).
• Tuition & Boarding:
  • Self-Finance Cadets:
    • Tuition: PKR 80,000 per semester
    • Hostel & Mess: PKR 25,000 per semester
    • Uniform & Kit: One-time PKR 15,000
    • Medical Insurance: PKR 5,000 per year
  • Scholarship Cadets (33% of Seats):
    • Tuition, library, and boarding fees waived; only uniform, kit, and medical insurance charges apply.
• Scholarship Allocation (≈21 seats):
  • Balochistan: 15 | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 6 | Punjab: 6 | Sindh: 6
  • Merit-based; unused quotas reallocated to general merit.

6. Ineligibility & Disqualification

Candidates will be disqualified if they:

1. Submit false or forged documents.
2. Fail to produce original academic or domicile certificates.
3. Are expelled or rusticated from any educational institution.
4. Have a criminal record or pending criminal case.
5. Test positive for narcotics or fail the Hepatitis B/C screening.
6. Do not meet the medical or physical standards at PMA.
7. Cannot complete PET benchmarks (e.g., run slower than 8 minutes).
8. Fail to report within the reporting date after selection.

7. Contact & Support

• PMA Website: www.marineacademy.edu.pk
• Admissions Office Contacts:
  • Phone: 021-99241201-05 Ext 114
  • Fax: 021-99241206
  • Email: admissions@marineacademy.edu.pk
• Payment Details (Bank Draft):

  Bank: National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), PMA Branch, Karachi  
  Account Title: Pakistan Marine Academy, Karachi  
  Account Number: 0239  
  Amount: PKR 4,000  
  

8. Why Join PMA?

• IMO-Accredited Degree: BS (Marine Science) recognized worldwide.
• Hands-On Sea Training: Two months at sea under licensed officers.
• State-of-the-Art Simulators: Bridge and Engine Room simulators for practical learning.
• Strong Industry Links: High placement rate with PNSC, private shipping lines, and offshore firms.
• Leadership & Discipline: Cadet life develops teamwork, discipline, and leadership.
• Career Path:
  • Deck Graduates: Join as Third Officer on merchant vessels.
  • Engineering Graduates: Join as Fourth Engineer in engine rooms.
  • Clear progression to Chief Officer, Chief Engineer, then Master/Captain or Technical Superintendent.