Pakistan Marine Academy PMA Cadet Admissions 2026 – 65th Batch (Session 2027-2028)
Job Details
- Job Type
- Job
- Work Mode
- Onsite
- Schedule
- Full Time
- Posted On
- 6 July 2026
- Last Date
- 23 July 2026
- Province
- Sindh
- Cities
- Karachi
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Welcome to Pak Vacancy. The Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA), Karachi, operating under the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, has officially announced admissions for the 65th Batch of Nautical (Deck) and Marine Engineering Cadets (Session 2027-2028). This prestigious opportunity allows young citizens to build a highly rewarding career in the Merchant Navy. This advertisement has been thoroughly verified from the official newspaper source before publishing here.
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Job Details Table
| Details | Information |
| Organization Name | Pakistan Marine Academy (PMA), Karachi |
| Job Title | Nautical (Deck) Cadet, Marine Engineering Cadet |
| Department | Ministry of Maritime Affairs, Government of Pakistan |
| Location | Training in Karachi; Global Employment Opportunities |
| Education Required | F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) or O/A-Levels equivalent |
| Experience Required | Not Mentioned |
| Age Limit | Maximum 21 years by December 31, 2026 (1 year relaxation for FATA/KPK/AJK/Balochistan) |
| Gender | Male (Unmarried Pakistani Citizens) |
| Total Vacancies | 150 Seats (75 for Nautical, 75 for Engineering) |
| Job Type | Pre-Sea Training / Cadetship leading to Merchant Navy Career |
| Salary | During training, an allowance/stipend structure may apply as per rules |
| Application Method | Online Registration / Submission via Courier |
| Last Date to Apply | July 23, 2026 |
| Source | Daily Nawaiwaqt Newspaper Islamabad |
Available Vacancies
Nautical (Deck) Cadet
Number of Seats: 75
Required Qualification: F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) or equivalent with at least 55% marks.
Marine Engineering Cadet
Number of Seats: 75
Required Qualification: F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) or equivalent with at least 55% marks.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality & Marital Status: Unmarried Male Pakistani citizens.
Age Limit: Maximum 21 years old as of December 31, 2026. Candidates belonging to FATA, Gilgit-Baltistan, AJK, and Balochistan are eligible for a 1-year age relaxation.
Educational Qualification:
Passed F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) or equivalent O/A-Level (with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry) with a minimum of 55% marks.
Candidates awaiting F.Sc Part-II results can apply based on a Hope Certificate from their college head certifying they will secure at least 55% marks.
O/A-Level students must submit an Equivalence Certificate from IBCC.
Note: Holders of Associate Engineering Diplomas (DAE) are not eligible.
Physical Endurance Test (PET) Standards:
Running: 1.6 KM (1 Mile) within 8½ minutes.
Push-ups: 15 repetitions in 2 minutes.
Sit-ups: 15 repetitions in 2 minutes.
Chin-ups: 02 repetitions in 2 minutes.
How to Apply
Online Apply/Portal Link: www.pakistanmarineacademy.edu.pk
Contact Number: 021-88241201-5 (Ext: 114)
Email: admissions@pakistanmarineacademy.edu.pk
Selection Process & Test Date
Entrance Test: A written entry test will be conducted by a hired testing service on August 9, 2026 (Sunday) at regional centers including Gwadar, Karachi, Lahore, Muzaffarabad (AJK), Peshawar, Quetta, Sukkur, Multan, Rawalpindi/Islamabad, and Abbottabad.
Medical & PET: Shortlisted candidates must pass the military hospital medical examination and the Physical Endurance Test (PET).
Interview: Candidates clearing the initial phases will be called for interviews.
Final Merit: Final selection is strictly based on the combined merit of academic scores, entry test performance, and medical standards. Successful candidates will complete a 2-year residential training program at PMA.
Last Date of Application
The last date for the submission of admission forms is July 23, 2026.
Source Link
Source: Official Newspaper Advertisement / Nawaiwaqt Islamabad (Image file:
image_b58c61.jpg/ URL: )https://www.nawaiwaqt.com.pk/E-Paper/islamabad/2026-07-05/page-3
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