Pakistan Marine Academy Karachi Admission 2026 Online Apply

Are you passionate about a career in the merchant navy or marine engineering? The Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA), Karachi, has officially opened admissions for the 64th batch (Session 2026-2027) for Nautical and Marine Engineering Cadets. This is your chance to join one of the most prestigious maritime training institutes in South Asia, offering International Maritime Organization (IMO)-recognized qualifications that can take you across the globe. With advanced training, physical fitness development, and academic excellence, PMA Karachi ensures cadets are ready for global maritime careers. Plus, for deserving students, there are 33 fully funded need-based scholarships through the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, making it accessible to youth from all provinces of Pakistan.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply 25 July 2025
• Written Test (Across Pakistan) 10 August 2025
• Training Commencement Expected Early 2026

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for admission to the Pakistan Marine Academy (Session 2026-2027), applicants must meet the following requirements:

General Requirements:

• Nationality: Must be a Pakistani citizen.
• Gender: Male applicants only.
• Marital Status: Unmarried.

Age Limit:

• Maximum 20 years as of 31st December 2025.
• 21 years for candidates from Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, AJK, and ex-FATA.
• Educational Qualifications:
  F.Sc. (Pre-Engineering) or equivalent (O/A Levels with Equivalence Certificate from IBCC).
• Minimum 55% marks in aggregate.
• Students awaiting results may apply with a Hope Certificate.

How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide

Download the Application Form

• Visit the official website: www.marineacademy.edu.pk and click on the “Download Application Form” button.

Pay the Admission Fee

• Deposit a pay order of Rs. 4,000 at any National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) branch in favor of Pakistan Marine Academy, Karachi.

Submit Documents

• Send the completed application form along with required documents and bank draft to: Admissions Officer, Pakistan Marine Academy, Hawksbay Road, Karachi-75780

Appear for Entry Test

The written test will be held on 10th August 2025 in multiple cities across Pakistan. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET).

Scholarships

33 Fully Funded Need-Based Scholarships available through Pakistan Maritime Affairs Division.

Distribution:

• Balochistan: 15
• KPK: 6
• Punjab: 6
• Sindh: 6

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Requirements