PMMA Entrance Exam 2025-2026 for Class 2029

The PMMA Entrance Exam is now open for 2025-2026 applications, inviting candidates who wish to join PMMA Class 2029.

Learn how to apply and what steps to take to become a part of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy.

About PMMA Entrance Exam:

The PMMA Entrance Exam is for candidates aiming to join the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, the leading state maritime institution in the Philippines.

This exam provides access to becoming a PMMA midshipman, with benefits such as free tuition, board, lodging, and guaranteed shipboard training.

Graduates are highly valued by global shipping companies and are assured of excellent job opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be considered for the PMMA Entrance Exam, applicants must meet specific qualifications that reflect their readiness and suitability for the rigorous training.

Basic Qualification Requirements:

1. Citizenship and Marital Status:
   • Male or female, natural-born Filipino citizen
   • Single, never married, with no children out of wedlock
2. Legal and Age Requirements:
   • Free from accusations or convictions of any crime against the law and the state
   • At least 17 years old and not more than 23 years old upon enrollment on August 01
3. Educational Requirements:
   • Grade 12 student or college level
4. Physical Requirements:
   • Height: At least 160 cm (5 ft. 3 in.) for males and 155 cm (5 ft. 1 in.) for females
   • BMI of less than 25
5. Academic Requirements:
   • At least of good academic performance
6. Previous Enrollment:
   • Has not been enrolled in PMMA

Disqualification Criteria for Incoming Probationary Midshipmen/Women:

Certain medical and dental conditions may disqualify candidates from entering the PMMA program.

Medical Disqualifications:

For Male Applicants:

• Undescended testicles
• Absence of one or both testicles
• Suspicious enlargement of testis or epididymis
• Varicocele
• Redundant prepuce
• Height less than 160 cm (5 ft. 3 in.)

For Female Applicants:

• History of childbirth/lactation
• Pregnancy
• Irregular menstrual cycle, including menorrhagia
• Dysmenorrhea incapacitating to a degree that causes recurrent absences
• Persistent ovarian cysts considered clinically significant
• New growths of the external or internal genitalia, e.g., myoma of the uterus
• Breast mass
• Endometriosis unless surgically eradicated or controlled
• Cervicitis, acute or chronic
• Generalized enlargement of the uterus due to any cause
• Cervical polyps
• Height less than 155 cm (5 ft. 1 in.)

For Male and Female Applicants:

• Lordosis, kyphosis, scoliosis (thoracic & lumbar) regardless of angle
• Severe bowleggedness or knocked knees
• Severe pes planus (flat feet)
• Acute or subacute arthritis
• Underweight or overweight (BMI of less than 25 required)
• Severe skin diseases (bacterial, fungal, or viral), excessive acne, warts
• Leprosy in any form
• Tattoo/hypertrophic tattoo scars causing disfigurement, extensive keloid scars, especially on the face
• Gross physical deformity or asymmetry, including extra or missing appendages
• Errors of refraction (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism), strabismus, other ocular disorders
• Visual acuity less than 20/30 OU
• Use of contact lenses or eyeglasses
• Color blindness/defective color perception (Ishihara – perfect for BSMT and 2 mistakes for BSMarE)
• Deafness/perforated eardrum
• Severe or chronic otitis media
• Impacted cerumen
• Chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps
• Hypertension, abnormal ECG findings, heart abnormalities, or diseases
• Active PTB, massive pulmonary fibrosis, or other significant lung diseases
• History of asthma
• Lymphadenopathy
• Epilepsy, seizures, syncope, vertigo
• Anemia, blood dyscrasias
• Hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Hepatitis B (active or inactive)
• Gallstones
• Chronic gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, duodenal ulcers, other GIT problems
• History of major surgeries within the preceding 6 months
• External/internal hemorrhoids, fissures, fistula-in-ano
• Old or recent fractures with internal fixation plates, screws
• Sexually transmitted diseases (HIV, gonorrhea, syphilis)
• Hernia
• Renal diseases and stones
• No current or maintenance medication for conditions such as hypertension, asthma, epilepsy, etc.

Dental Disqualifications:

Dental health is a critical aspect of overall fitness for the PMMA program. Candidates with certain dental conditions may be disqualified to ensure they meet the necessary health standards.

• Cleft palate and cleft lip
• Malocclusion (Class II, Class III)
• Lateral crossbite
• Open bite
• Tongue-tied conditions affecting speech, breathing, swallowing, or eating
• Missing four or more anterior/posterior teeth
• Complete upper or lower denture
• Impacted tooth/teeth
• Facial asymmetry
• Orthodontic brackets or appliances
• Oral tumors or cysts

Application Process:

This section is a must to read for you to be guided, please do so and for inquiries and verification visit the official Facebook page of PMMA or their website. proceed to read below.

Requirements:

Applicants must submit the following requirements to apply for the PMMA Entrance Exam, ensuring their eligibility and academic qualifications are properly documented.

1. Recent 2×2 Colored Photo:
   • With name tag, front view; white background
2. Copy of PSA Birth Certificate
3. For Current Grade 12 Students:
   • Certification from School Principal verifying current enrollment
   • Photocopy of Grade 11 Report Card
4. For Grade 12 Graduates and 1st Year College Students:
   • Photocopy of Senior High School Diploma
   • Photocopy of Grade 12 Report Card
5. For Current College Students:
   • Photocopy of Registration Form
   • Certified True Copy of Grades
6. For College Graduates:
   • Photocopy of College Diploma
   • Photocopy of Transcript of Records
7. To Be Submitted Upon Enrollment as Probationary Midshipmen/women:
   • Certificate of No Marriage (CENOMAR)
   • NBI Clearance

How to apply:

Follow these steps to complete your application for the PMMA entrance exam:

Step 1: Create an Account

Go to https://pims.pmma.edu.ph/, fill out all the necessary fields, and wait for a verification email. Click the verification button in the email to proceed, then log in to your account.

Step 2: Select your Testing Center

Select the nearest and most convenient testing center. Note that once you submit your choice, you cannot change your selected testing center. You can view a list of testing centers, including their locations on a map.

Step 3: Upload your Requirements

Select your highest level of educational attainment, click the “Next” button, fill out the required fields, and upload your documents as requested. Ensure all files are correctly uploaded before proceeding.

Step 4: Review your Information

Review your data carefully and verify that all the information is correct and free of typographical errors.

Step 5: Wait for your Test Permit

Wait for the admissions office to process your test permit. Your test permit will include your room and seat number.

• Example: 2024-01-00101
• 001 – Room Number
• 01 – Seat Number

For more information, visit: www.pims.pmma.edu.ph

Entrance Examination

The PMMA Entrance Exam is administered on the last Saturday of October each year at selected testing centers nationwide. The test questions are objective and cover core subjects including:

• English (Vocabulary, Grammar, Analogy, Reading Comprehension)
• Mathematics (Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, Trigonometry)
• Science (General Science, Chemistry, Physics)
• Abstract Reasoning

Each applicant whose qualifications have been approved will receive a test permit via email from the Admissions Office.

Applicants must note the following:

• Arrive one hour before the examination.
• Bring the test permit with your attached 2×2 picture.
• Bring a valid ID and a Mongol Number 2 pencil.
• Calculators are not allowed.
• Wear casual clothes (sleeveless shirts, short pants, and slippers are not allowed).

Post-Examination Assessments

Candidates who pass the entrance examination will undergo further assessments, including:

• Neuro-Psychological Evaluation:
  • IQ: Intelligence
  • EQ: Emotional Stability
  • Personality Profiling

Successful examinees will then undergo additional evaluations:

• Pre-Medical
• Height/Weight Requirements
• Color Perception Test (Ishihara)
• Snellen’s Eye Test
• Dental Examination
• Laboratory Examination
• Physical Examination

Summer Orientation Training

The Summer Orientation Training is a one-and-a-half-month indoctrination course where probationary midshipmen are quartered at the PMMA compound.

During this period, “probies” are isolated from their families and friends and are prohibited from entertaining visitors.

Their days consist of a hectic schedule of military training, refresher courses in Mathematics and English, and introductory lectures in Navigation or Marine Engineering.

Benefits:

The PMMA entrance exam provides valuable support, including financial aid and career development opportunities.

• A government scholarship;
• Experience a semi-military lifestyle of leadership environment;
• Rewarding leadership and training experiences;
• Travel the world for free while still a cadet;
• An assured shipboard training onboard international ocean-going vessels;
• Automatic commissionship in the Philippine Navy and Philippine Coast Guard as Ensign (2Lt);
• Earn a Bachelor’s Degree;
• 100% employability, immediate hiring by more than thirty (30) partner international and manning companies; and
• Promising careers in the seafaring industry as master mariners; chief engineers; shipping executives, naval or coast guard officers, educators, trainers in maritime-related industries/institutions.

Application Deadline:

The deadline to apply for the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA Entrance Exam) is September 30.

The Entrance Exam will be held on the last Saturday of September, which is also September 30.

For the most current information, including any possible extensions or changes to the deadline, please refer to the PMMA Facebook page.

List of Testing Center:

CODE	TESTING CENTER	ADDRESS
01	PMMA, ZAMBALES	Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, San Narciso, Zambales
02	AGUSAN	Agusan Sur National High School, Agusan Del Sur
03	ALBAY	Tabaco National High School, Tabaco City
04	BATANGAS	Batangas City Integrated National School, Batangas City
05	BENGUET	Pines City National High School, Benguet
06	BOHOL	Dr. Cecilio Putong National HS, Tagbilaran City
07	BULACAN	Marcelo H. Del Pilar National HS, Malolos City
08	CAGAYAN	Cagayan National High School, Tuguegarao
09	CAMARINES NORTE	Camarines Norte State College, Daet
10	CAMARINES SUR	Camarines Sur National School, Naga City
11	CAVITE	Bacoor National High School-Tabing Dagat
12	CEBU	Abellana National School, Cebu City
13	DAVAO	Sta Ana National High School-Guerrero Campus,Davao City
14	IFUGAO	Ifugao State University, Nayon, Lamut
15	ILIGAN CITY	Iligan City National High School, Iligan City
16	ILOCOS NORTE	Ilocos Norte National High School, Laoag City
17	ILOILO	Iloilo National High School, Luna St., La Paz, Iloilo City
18	ISABELA	Rizal National High School, Santiago City
19	LAGUNA	Pacita Complex National High School, San Pedro
20	LA UNION	La Union National High School, San Fernando
21	MISAMIS ORIENTAL	PMMA CDO, Xavier University Grade School
22	MT. PROVINCE	Mt. Province Gen. Comp. H.S., Bontoc
23	NCR-FAIRVIEW	Batasan Hills National High School
24	NCR-MAKATI	Benigno Ninoy S. Aquino High School, Makati City
25	NUEVA VIZCAYA	Solano National High School, Solano
26	PAMPANGA	Pampanga High School, San Fernando
27	PANGASINAN	Dagupan City National High School, Pangasinan
28	QUEZON PROVINCE	Quezon National High School, Lucena City
29	SOUTH COTABATO	Gen. Santos City High School-Main, Rizal St., Calumpang
30	SOUTHERN LEYTE	Sogod National High School
31	TARLAC	Tarlac National High School, Tarlac
32	MATE	Maritime Academy For Training and Education 2018(MATE) INC.,Taytay, Rizal
33	MASBATE	Masbate National Comprehensive High School, Masbate City
34	KALINGA	Tabuk City national High School, Kalinga

Contact Details:

For inquiries, you may call:

Email: info.admissions@pmma.edu.ph

Tel No. (047) 913-2239

Tel No. (047) 913-4396 loc. 166

Final Thoughts:

Applying to the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA Entrance Exam) is a big step toward a rewarding maritime career.

Follow the application steps and meet the requirements to give yourself the best chance.

Don’t forget to explore other scholarship programs for additional support. For more details or questions, reach out to the admissions office.

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