AMET University, formerly the Academy of Maritime Education (AMET) was found in 1992. It is an educational institute in India dedicated for maritime education and training. AMET University is situated on the outskirts of the city of Chennai. It is an autonomous engineering and technology oriented institute of higher education in India. It is a Deemed university under section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act, 1956. Admissions for AMET are based on All India level online exams. The college provides 4 years of B.E in marine engineering with a very high placement records.