Join Merchant Navy as Marine Engineering Cadets Through Pakistan Marine Academy June 2026 – Admissions Open for Session 2027-28

Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA), Karachi, is inviting applications for the Session 2027-28 for Nautical (Deck) Cadets and Marine Engineering Cadets. This is an exceptional opportunity for young Pakistani citizens, including those from Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK), to embark on a fulfilling career in the merchant navy. Successful candidates will receive internationally recognized maritime training, leading to excellent career prospects both domestically and abroad. The program offers pathways to becoming a Deck Officer or specializing in marine engineering, focusing on ship systems, maintenance, and technical management. Key highlights include an application deadline of July 23, 2026, an entry test on August 9, 2026, and a comprehensive selection process. An application fee of Rs. 4,000/- applies. Candidates must meet specific educational, age, medical, and physical fitness criteria. This admission cycle is for those looking to join the Merchant Navy through one of Pakistan’s premier maritime training institutions.

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• Nationality: Pakistani citizens and citizens of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) are eligible.
• Age Limit: Maximum 20 years as of December 31, 2026.
• Educational Requirements:
• F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum of 55% marks.
• O-Level candidates must provide an IBCC Equivalence Certificate.
• Candidates awaiting final results may apply with a Hope Certificate.
• Physical Standards:
• Minimum Height: 5 Feet 4 Inches (162.5 cm).
• Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Must pass the following:
• Running: 1.6 KM in 8 Minutes
• Push-ups: 15 in 2 Minutes
• Sit-ups: 15 in 2 Minutes
• Chin-ups: 2 in 2 Minutes
• Medical Requirements: Must be medically fit according to Merchant Navy standards.
• Eyesight Requirements:
• For Nautical (Deck) Cadets: Unaided Vision 6/6 in each eye, no color blindness.
• For Marine Engineering Cadets: Unaided Vision 6/12 in each eye, correctable to 6/6, no color blindness.
• Application Process:
• Visit the official Pakistan Marine Academy website (www.pakistanmarineacademy.edu.pk).
• Complete the online application form.
• Upload required documents.
• Generate the fee challan and deposit the application processing fee of Rs. 4,000/-.
• Submit the application online before July 23, 2026.
• Download and print the application form for future reference.
• Required Documents for Submission: CNIC/Form-B, recent passport-size photographs, educational certificates and marks sheets, Hope Certificate (if applicable), Equivalence Certificate (for O-Level candidates), and Fee deposit receipt.

Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA), Karachi, is a leading maritime training institution dedicated to providing professional maritime education and training under International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards. It offers programs for Nautical (Deck) Cadets and Marine Engineering Cadets, aiming to develop competent professionals for the merchant navy sector.