Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy, Tirupattur was established in 2006 with recognition as an Maritime Training Institution by Directorate General of Shipping, Govt of India. The institute is affiliated to Anna University, Chennai and is approved by AICTE. SNMA offers PG, UG, Diploma Programs in Maritime, Shipping & Logistics sectors. 

Admission to the courses offered by the institute is done either based on the candidate’s performance in the previous qualifying examination or based on the candidate’s performance in TNEA. The placement guarantee cell at Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy makes sure that trained student cadets are placed for On-Board-Training on a Foreign Going Vessel before 12 months from the date of Successful Graduation of their chosen course. 

Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy Key Facts

  • The Institute offers a 100% placement record through its placement programs. 
  • Candidates can apply to Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy through online mode by visiting the official website of the institute.
  • Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy has contributed a few hundred alumni, successful in their high flying professional careers as Sailors.

Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy Courses

The Maritime Academy offers various courses in Maritime, Shipping and Logistics Sectors at the Certificate, UG and PG level. The details of the courses offered are provided in the table given below: 

Courses Specialization Eligibility Criteria
Certification Maritime Catering, General Purpose Rating, Basic Safety Training Passed Class 10 or equivalent from a recognized board with an aggregate of at least 40% marks
B.E Marine Engineering Passed Class 12 or equivalent with PCM as compulsory subjects from a recognized board with an aggregate of at least 60% marks
B.E Lateral Hold a Diploma from a recognized institute
B.Sc Nautical Science Passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board with an aggregate of at least 60% marks
Certification Graduate Maritime Engineering Hold a BE Mechanical/ Automobile or BSc Naval Architecture degree from a recognized university
Marine Electro Technical Officer Hold a BE or Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy Admissions

Admission to the BE program offered by the Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy is done based on the candidate’s performance in entrance exams. Admission to BSc and Certification courses will be done based on the candidate’s performance in the previous qualifying examination. The detailed admission process is given below: 

  • Visit the official website of SNMA, Tirupattur
  • Click on Courses tab and select the course you wish to apply to
  • Click on "Submit Online Application" 
  • Fill the requisite details in the application form and pay the application fee
  • Click on "Final Submit" button to submit the application form

Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy FAQs

Ques. Does Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy facilitate placement? 

Ans. Sri Nandhanam offers numerous placement facilitation programs such as Placement Assistance Program, Placement Guarantee Program for students. 

Ques. Is Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy Safe and easy access location? 

Ans. The academy is easily accessible by train, road and air and absolutely safe for girl students. 

Ques. What will be the fee to pursue BE Lateral at Sri Nandhanam Maritime Academy? 

Ans. Students have to pay an average fee of INR 2,25,000 per annum to pursue BE from lateral entry at SNMA, Tirupattur.