Shape Your Global Career in the Merchant Navy
Start your seafaring career with DGS-approved maritime courses in Puducherry.
Get trained by highly experienced Master Mariners and marine engineers.
Launch your merchant navy career with 100% placement assistance.
Why PMA?
The Gold Standard in Maritime Training
DGS Aligned Curriculum
Our courses are strictly structured per DGS norms, ensuring every seafarer masters mandatory STCW safety competencies.
Simulated Sea Experience
Bridge theory and navigation using full-mission bridge and engine room simulators replicating authentic open-ocean emergencies.
World-Class Recognition
Earn certificates recognized by global flag states, major shipping lines, and IMO standards for international onboard employment.
About PMA Puducherry
Shaping the Future of Global Seafarers
At Pondicherry Maritime Academy (MTI No: 403021), we train elite mariners. As a premier DGS-approved institute, we bridge classroom theory with practical navigation excellence.
Modern Simulators
Train on sophisticated bridge and engine room simulators mirroring modern merchant vessel conditions.
Master Mariner Faculty
Learn directly from verified Master Mariners and Chief Engineers who share vital high-seas experience.
Global Placements
Benefit from established industry tie-ups, offering structured career assistance across commercial vessel fleets.
DGS Approved Training
Explore Our Top Maritime Courses
DG Shipping approved STCW curriculum designed to build your competence at sea.
Admissions Open
Basic Safety Training (BST)
BASIC SAFETY TRAINING (BST) COURSE – INCLUDING PRACTICALSTraining StructureAs pe...
8,000
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Admissions Open
Security Training For Seafarers With Designated Security Duties (STSDSD)
SECURITY TRAINING FOR SEAFARERS WITH DESIGNATED SECURITY DUTIES (STSDSD)Training...
2,500
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Admissions Open
Elementary First Aid (EFA)
ELEMENTARY FIRST AID (EFA)Training StructureAs per Directorate General of Shippi...
4,000
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STCW Combo Packages
Comprehensive Training Packages
Maximize your career potential and save on fees with our curated STCW training bundles.
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Life at PMA Campus
Immerse yourself in a disciplined, enriching, and vibrant maritime lifestyle equipped with advanced training facilities.
Verified Reviews
Words From Our Mariners
Hear how merchant navy officers and cadets built successful careers through PMA maritime training.
"Pondicherry maritime academy is at par excellence and quite commendable institution in the maritime training and I'm being part of this organisation as a Trainer creditable to the motto of achieving meritorious standards in the acquisition of marine specific competancy skills, providing exemplary training practice and management in this merchant shipping industry."
Capt. Prakash B Bhandary
"Pondicherry Maritime Academy is an owned and prestigious institution of South India and I feel extremely happy and privileged to be part of this magnificent training institution. I gratefully acknowledge the service of my Predecessors, dedicated Teachers & Staff and ever supporting Students."
Capt. Suresh Jagadeesan
"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest".In this aspect, Pondicherry Maritime Academy have earned the trust and admiration amongst the seafarer community because of the dedication and commitment towards imparting quality knowledge to the seafarers.I feel proud to be a part of this organization, which renders continued support and great work ethics."
Er.Shanmugham Magesh
"Coming together is beginning, staying together is progress and working together in PMA is success. In PMA it feels amazing to work in such a positive environment where everyone's opinion matters. Thanks for such a brilliant opportunity. I genuinely appreciate from bottom of my heart."
Er.Suresh Babu
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