Indian Maritime University Navi Mumbai

Indian Maritime University Navi Mumbai Campus
Type	Public
Established	1927
Chancellor	President of India
Vice-Chancellor	V Malini Shankar
Director	Capt. Mihir Chandra
Academic staff	12
Students	540
Address	Indian Maritime University, Navi Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, India; 19°01'07.1"N 73°00'26.0"E
Campus	Urban, 40 acres
Website	https://www.imu.edu.in/imunew

The Indian Maritime University (IMU), Navi Mumbai Campus, formerly known as Training Ship Chanakya (T.S. Chanakya), is a prestigious institution dedicated to maritime education and training. It serves as a prominent unit of the Mumbai campus of Indian Maritime University. Established to address the growing need for maritime professionals, the institution offers a range of training programs, with its flagship being the three-year B.Sc. (Nautical Science) degree program.

Admissions

Admissions to the institute are conducted through the Combined Entrance Exam (CET) organized by Indian Maritime University. Previously, entry was through the IIT-JEE examination. Graduates of T.S. Chanakya are awarded a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Nautical Science by IMU and are qualified to seek employment on both Indian and international ships.

Campus

The current shore-based campus, known as T.S. Chanakya, has been operational since 5 April 1993, a date that coincides with National Maritime Day. It succeeded the earlier maritime training vessels, T.S. Rajendra (1972–1993) and T.S. Dufferin (1927–1972). Unlike its predecessors, which were actual ships moored at Ferry Wharf in Mumbai, the present campus is situated on land in Navi Mumbai, spanning approximately 40 acres. This transition allowed for enhanced facilities and greater capacity for training.

History

The year 1927 marked a significant turning point in the development of maritime training in India. Historically, India was a renowned sea power, but it lacked facilities to train Indian nationals as merchant navy officers until this period. The visionary Sir P. S. Sivaswamy Iyer's advocacy led to the Central Government's resolution on 19 March 1926 to establish the Indian Mercantile Marine. Consequently, the Ministry of Commerce acquired the troopship Dufferin, and the inaugural three-year course commenced on 5 December 1927 with 26 cadets. Among these early cadets were Admiral Ram Dass Katari, who earned the Viceroy's gold medal and later became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Navy, and S. G. Karmarkar, who achieved the rank of Rear Admiral.

Training Ship Dufferin, operational for 67 years, including 45 years at Mazgaon Pier, educated 2,656 cadets. Its alumni include four Chiefs of Naval Staff, numerous admirals, four nautical advisors, and two chief surveyors with the Government of India, as well as many senior executives and masters in the shipping industry.

Following Dufferin, Training Ship Rajendra was introduced, named after King Rajendra Chola. Designed and built by Hindustan Shipyard, Rajendra was equipped to train 250 cadets simultaneously, an increase from the previous 160. It served for 21 years, training both cadets and saloon crew.

In a forward-looking move, the Government of India established a shore-based maritime academy to enhance training output. Thus, Training Ship Chanakya was inaugurated on 5 April 1993, National Maritime Day, and became operational on 1 August 1993. The academy continues to uphold the legacy of its predecessors while adapting to contemporary maritime training standards.

Accommodation

The campus of the Indian Maritime University, Navi Mumbai, encompasses a comprehensive range of facilities designed to support its educational and training programs. Key features of the campus include:

Administrative Block: Housing the university's administrative functions.

Scholastic Block: Contains classrooms, faculty and staff rooms, a library, and various laboratories for academic and research activities.

Fire Fighting Complex: Dedicated to fire safety training and emergency response. Power Station and Pump House: Provides essential utilities and services.

Marine Engineering Workshop: Equipped for hands-on training in marine engineering.

Hostel Blocks: Two blocks providing residential accommodation for students.

Catering Block: Facilities for dining and food services.

Sports Ground: An area for recreational and athletic activities.

Olympic-Size Swimming Pool: For physical training and recreational purposes.

Specialized Laboratories: Including Physics/Electronics, Computer, Seamanship, Navigation, Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS), Environmental Sciences, and Marine Engineering Control Station & Chart Room.

Gymnasium: For fitness and exercise.

Mooring Station: Dedicated area for mooring practice.

Jetty: Features a private jetty with two FRP rowing boats.

These facilities collectively support the university's mission to provide a rigorous maritime education and training experience.

Courses

The institute conducts 2 streams of fully residential courses & other modular courses

3 years course of B.Sc ( Nautical Science )
1 year DNS Course, leading to B.Sc. (Nautical Science)
1 week duration of Advanced Fire Fighting Course
2 weeks duration of GMDSS Course
Basic modular courses for in house cadets : a) Fire Prevention Fire Fighting b)Personal Safety & Social Responsibility c) Personal Survival Technique d) Elementary First Aid.

Alumni

Alumni of IMU Navi Mumbai in Defense Sector
Name	Position/Role	Notable Contributions
Admiral Ram Dass Katari	First Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Navy	Significant leadership in the Indian Navy.
Admiral S. M. Nanda	Chief of Naval Staff	Played a key role during the 1971 Indo-Pak war.
Vice Admiral K. K. Khandelwal	Vice Chief of Naval Staff	Influential in modernizing the Indian Navy.
Vice Admiral R. H. Tahiliani	Chief of Naval Staff	Key figure in naval operations and strategy.
Vice Admiral A. K. Chatterji	Chief of Naval Staff	Significant contributions to naval leadership and strategy.

Alumni of IMU Navi Mumbai in Non-Defense Sectors
Name	Position/Role	Notable Contributions
N. N. Raghavan	Former Chairman of the Shipping Corporation of India	Leadership in Indian maritime industry.
R. C. Agarwal	Senior executive roles in international shipping firms	Major contributions to global shipping management.
K. S. Menon	Notable in maritime safety and regulations	Influential in maritime safety standards.
A. R. Khatri	Senior positions in global maritime consultancy	Expertise in maritime consultancy and operations.
M. R. Prasad	Prominent in shipping logistics and operations	Significant contributions to logistics management.
V. S. Rao	Executive roles in shipping and maritime management	Leadership in maritime management.
S. S. Sharma	Contributions to maritime education and training	Influence in maritime training programs.
R. S. Gupta	Significant roles in maritime policy and development	Impact on maritime policy frameworks.
P. K. Bhat	Senior positions in shipping finance and investment	Contributions to shipping finance and investment.
A. N. Iyer	Notable in maritime technology and innovation	Advancements in maritime technology.
R. P. Nair	Contributions to maritime infrastructure and logistics	Expertise in infrastructure and logistics.
S. M. Pillai	Executive roles in international shipping organizations	Global shipping industry impact.
V. K. Gokhale	Work in maritime safety and environmental management	Contributions to environmental management.
K. R. Prasad	Senior roles in maritime industry standards	Influence on industry standards.
R. V. Nair	Significant contributions to shipping operations and management	Leadership in shipping operations.
A. P. Sharma	Work in maritime law and regulations	Impact on maritime legal frameworks.
S. K. Sinha	Senior roles in maritime research and development	Contributions to maritime research.
R. S. Rao	Executive roles in shipping and maritime consultancy	Expertise in maritime consultancy.
V. K. Rao	Contributions to maritime industry policy and governance	Influence on maritime policy.
K. N. Sharma	Work in shipping logistics and supply chain management	Contributions to logistics management.
S. R. Choudhury	Senior roles in maritime safety and policy development	Impact on safety and policy.
R. K. Deshmukh	Prominent in maritime management and consultancy	Leadership in maritime management.
P. V. Gupta	Significant roles in shipping operations and administration	Contributions to shipping administration.
A. K. Pillai	Contributions to maritime infrastructure	Impact on maritime infrastructure.
R. S. Chawla	Executive roles in global shipping firms	Leadership in global shipping.
V. N. Sharma	Senior positions in maritime technology and systems	Advancements in maritime technology.
K. S. Rao	Contributions to maritime industry standards and regulations	Influence on industry standards.
S. P. Patel	Work in shipping finance and investment	Contributions to financial aspects of shipping.
R. G. Patel	Senior roles in maritime logistics and operations	Leadership in logistics and operations.
A. S. Rao	Prominent in maritime industry development	Impact on industry development.

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