A glimpse into life, training and people at MMA
Faces of MMA — cadets and seafarers who trained with us and now sail across the world's merchant fleet.
STCW
“Very nice staff and Faculty here. Would highly recommend people to do their STCW course from here only.”
MFA
“I have done my course here Hv op MFA Sso Good faculty Good food Good classroom Good office staff”
STCW
“For stcw course this is great place with perfect teaching style. Great hospitality, food, reception & specially teachers.”
STCW
“i did / i had copleted i had done STCW course course from Mercantile Marine Academy Kolkata food good faculty good course coordinate officer is sunil sir very sapiting person.”
SSO
“I had done my SSO class in MMA KOLKATA Good institute in kolkata Faculty, course officer Faculty all Good Thxs you ”
STCW
“An excellent institution for both basic and advanced STCW courses, offering outstanding practical training. The faculty members are highly experienced and knowledgeable.”
STCW
“Smooth and easy service provided by MMA Teaching and non Teaching both staffs are wonderful and their hospitality is way more I have imagined those who are planning to do course it's a 100% recommended place.”
STCW
“I did sso course in mma and their staff is very cooperative and their faslities are so much good well done ♥️Suvankar sir”
BSTC
“The academy offers well-structured courses, modern training facilities, and experienced faculty, creating a strong foundation for a successful maritime career.”
GME
“The Mercantile Marine Academy is a highly respected institution known for its strong academic standards, leadership training, and commitment to excellence in the maritime industry. The Academy provides a unique combination of rigorous education, hands-on sea experience, and disciplined professional development. It prepares students to become responsible officers, skilled mariners, and leaders who serve both the maritime industry and the nation. The Academy’s focus on character, teamwork, and service makes it an outstanding place to develop both professionally and personally.”
MEO Aspirant
“Great experience at MMA Institute Kolkata! The training quality is excellent and the environment is very supportive for learning. A special thanks to Sunil (Course Coordinator) — he is very cooperative, helpful, and always ready to guide students. Highly recommended for anyone looking to build skills and grow professionally.”
Engine Cadet
“I did my BST course here and had a great experience. The instructors are knowledgeable, and the staff guided me properly at every step. Best place in Kolkata to start a maritime career.”
Glimpses from our classrooms, drills, parades and cadet life.
Students attending Class
Classrooms
Classroom with Hand-rest chairs
Library at our Institute
Classroom at MMA
Our Team at MMA
Entrance of Our Institute
Reception
Our Team Members
Our Director Anand Kumar Babu with Trustee Hari Shankar
Our Director Anand Kumar Babu with Trustee Hari Shankar
Our Core Team Members
Our core team members
Classrooms Sessions
Classrooms Sessions
Our Institute
Our Institute
Simulator Class at Our Institute
Simulator Class at Our Institute
Biometric Attendance at our Institute
Biometric Attendance at our Institute
MMA Main Campus
Our purpose-built Kolkata campus houses classrooms, simulators, swimming pool, fire-fighting ground and cadet hostels in one secured premises.
Bridge & Engine Simulators
Modern bridge and engine-room simulators give cadets real-ship feel before they step onboard for their first contract.
Cadets in Uniform
Discipline, grooming and turnout are part of daily routine — a tradition that prepares cadets for life at sea.
Passing-Out Salute
Proud moments from our passing-out parades — cadets stepping into their merchant-navy careers as GP Ratings, Trainee Officers and Engineers.
Practical Training
Hands-on workshop, knot-tying, deck and engine-room familiarisation conducted under DG-approved instructors.
Hostel & Mess Life
Clean, supervised hostels and a structured mess routine — building the team-living habits expected onboard a vessel.
Crew on Deck
From classroom to deck — our alumni now serve onboard tankers, bulkers and container vessels worldwide.
Take a virtual tour of our campus and watch STCW training sessions in action.
Campus Walkthrough
Inside the Academy
Campus View – II
PST Training Demo
Firefighting Training
The board that guides MMA's commitment to quality, discipline and industry-aligned maritime training.
Board of Director - Chairman
Board of Director - Secretary
Board of Director - Treasurer
Trustee
Trustee
Trustee
Mercantile Marine Academy, Kolkata — a DGS-approved post-sea maritime training institute (MTI No. 303013), established on 17 July 1998 and recognised as East India's oldest maritime academy.
STCW-compliant, practical training delivered by Master Mariners and Chief Engineers — preparing seafarers who are safe at sea, respected ashore and ready to command.
Thousands of seafarers trained and lakhs of certificates issued over 27+ years — a quiet legacy of discipline, quality and industry relevance.
Contact us at +91-92962-06661 or mmakolkata@gmail.com
