Job Description
Join Merchant Navy Through Pakistan Marine Academy July 2026 is listed by Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA), Ministry of Maritime Affairs in Karachi. Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA), under the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, has announced admissions for the 65th Batch of Nautical (Deck) and Marine Engineering Cadets.
This entirely residential plan at the PMA campus in Karachi supplies top training for a profession in the global merchant navy. Cadets undergo rigorous academic and useful instruction covering navigation, ship operations, marine engineering, and safety protocols.
The scheme is designed to produce competent officers set for international shipping lines. Candidates with F.Sc Pre-Engineering or equivalent O/A-Level qualifications who gather physical standards are encouraged to apply. This is a prestigious prospect to join a respected maritime institution and launches a seafaring path.
Salary & Compensation
Estimated market salary: PKR 50,000 – 100,000 per month.
Qualification
Candidates must have F.Sc Pre-Engineering (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) or equivalent O/A-Level with science subjects. Minimum 60% marks required — Age limit and physical fitness criteria register as per PMA standards.
- F.Sc Pre-Engineering (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) with at least 60% marks.
- O/A-Level equivalent with science subjects and minimum 60% marks.
- Age: 17 to 21 years as of 1 January 2027.
- Unmarried male applicants.
- Height: minimum 5 feet 4 inches (162.5 cm).
- Weight: proportionate to height.
- Eyesight: 6/6 in each eye without glasses, no color blindness.
- Medically suitable as per PMA standards.
Role Responsibilities
- Undergo intensive academic and hands-on training in nautical science or marine engineering.
- Pick up ship navigation, cargo handling, maritime laws, and safety procedures.
- Operate and maintain marine engineering systems on training vessels.
- Participate in sea voyages and onboard training exercises.
- Adhere to firm discipline and physical fitness regimes.
- Get ready for expert examinations leading to merchant navy certification.
How to Apply
- Call on the official Pakistan Marine Academy website or the designated submission portal.
- Load out the online submission form with exact personal, educational, and contact points.
- Upload scanned copies of called for documents: educational certificates, CNIC/B-Form, passport-size photographs, and domicile.
- Pay the application fee as specified in the advertisement (particulars available on the portal).
- Send in the submission before the deadline of 23 July 2026. Maintain a printout of the submitted form for coming reference.
Additional Information
- The training plan is completely residential at the PMA campus in Karachi.
- Selected cadets will obtain a monthly stipend during training.
- Upon winning completion, cadets are awarded a B.Sc. In Nautical Science or Marine Engineering.
- Graduates are eligible for employment with national and international shipping companies.
- Physical and medical tests will be conducted as section of the shortlisting process.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be called for interviews and tests.
- Applicants previously serving in government service must put in through right channels.
