Paraprofessional Institute of Fishing Technology, Ramanathapuram
Developing Skilled Fishing Technology Professionals Through Practical Maritime Training
About Paraprofessional Institute of Fishing Technology, Ramanathapuram
The Paraprofessional Institute of Fishing Technology (PPIIFT) is a Government fisheries vocational institute functioning under Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University. The institute was established in 2019 with financial assistance under the National Agriculture Development Programme (NADP), Government of India, through the establishment of a fisheries training institute at Mandapam. The institute offers the three-year B.Voc. in Industrial Fishing Technology programme. The curriculum combines classroom instruction with intensive practical training in fishing technology, nautical science, marine engineering, marine electronics, communication, fishing-gear technology, fishing-craft technology and marine engine operations. The first two years are primarily academic and practical coursework, while the third year includes industry internship. The institute has five major laboratories: Fishing Gear Technology Laboratory, Fishing Craft Technology Laboratory, Nautical and Marine Communication Laboratory, Marine Engineering Laboratory and Basic Science Laboratory. Additional facilities include a Marine Engine Workshop, Navigational Chart Reading Hall, Smart Classroom, Library, Examination Hall, Conference Hall and Educational Technology cum Placement Cell. The institute also operates practical training through the 22.7-metre MFV KAYAL research-cum-training vessel for deep-sea longlining, gill-netting, seamanship, navigation and marine communication training.
Highlights
Courses Offered
Admission Process
Complete Higher Secondary Education
Candidates should satisfy the academic eligibility prescribed by TNJFU for the B.Voc. Industrial Fishing Technology programme.
Apply Through TNJFU
Eligible candidates apply through the university's prescribed undergraduate admission process.
Eligibility & Merit Screening
Applications are evaluated according to the current TNJFU prospectus and applicable reservation rules.
Document Verification
Academic, identity, community and other required certificates are verified.
Fee Payment & Confirmation
Selected candidates pay the prescribed fees and confirm admission.
Institute Reporting
Students report to the institute and complete enrollment and orientation.
Practical & Industry Training
Students complete laboratory, vessel-based, workshop and industry internship training during the programme.
Facilities
Placement Information
Scholarships
- Tamil Nadu Government Scholarships
- BC / MBC Scholarship
- SC / ST Scholarship
- First Graduate Scholarship
- Post Matric Scholarship
- Merit Scholarship
- TNJFU Student Scholarship Schemes
- Government Fisheries Skill Development Support
- NADP Supported Training Opportunities
- Financial Assistance for Eligible Students
Hostel Facilities
Events
- Fishing Technology Workshops
- Fishing Gear Demonstrations
- Fishing Craft Technology Training
- Navigation & Seamanship Training
- Marine Engine Workshops
- Marine Electronics Workshops
- Deep Sea Fishing Training
- Boat Building Yard Visits
- Fish Processing Plant Visits
- Industry Internship Programmes
- Fisheries Technology Seminars
- FISHATHON & Innovation Competitions
Campus Life
Technical Clubs
- Fishing Gear Technology Club
- Fishing Craft Technology Club
- Marine Engineering Club
- Nautical Science Club
- Marine Electronics Club
- Fishing Technology Club
- Innovation & Design Club
- Maritime Safety Club
Cultural Clubs
- Dance Activities
- Music Activities
- Drama Activities
- Fine Arts Activities
- Photography Activities
- Tamil Cultural Activities
Community Service
- Fisherfolk Technology Training
- Fishing Gear Demonstrations
- Marine Engine Maintenance Support
- Boat Repair Assistance
- Sea Safety Awareness
- Fishing Technology Extension
- Coastal Community Outreach
- Youth Maritime Skill Development
- Environmental Awareness Programmes