IMU CET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test)

IMU CET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test) is a national-level entrance examination conducted for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate maritime courses.

The examination is used for admission to maritime programmes offered by IMU campuses and affiliated institutes across India.

A student writes the IMU CET examination and receives a rank.

Based on the rank, students may become eligible for admission to various maritime courses through the IMU counselling process.

Conducted by: Indian Maritime University (IMU).

📌 Quick Facts

Eligibility:

Class 12 (PCM) - for most undergraduate courses

Bachelor's degree - for postgraduate courses.

Mode: Online Computer-Based Test (CBT).

Total Questions: 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

Total Marks: 200 Marks.

Duration: 3 Hours.

Frequency: Conducted once every year (usually in May).

Qualification:

  • For Undergraduate (UG) Courses: Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
  • For Postgraduate (PG) Courses: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in the relevant field.
  • Appearing Candidates: Students appearing for their final Class 12 or Graduation examinations can also apply.

Age Limit:

  • Age requirements vary depending on the course. Candidates should check the eligibility criteria for their chosen course.

Minimum Marks:

  • For Undergraduate (UG) Courses: Candidates should generally have at least 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) and 50% marks in English.
  • For Postgraduate (PG) Courses: Minimum marks required vary depending on the course.

Medical Fitness:

  • Candidates must meet the medical fitness standards prescribed for their chosen course.

Attempts:

  • There is generally no limit on the number of attempts for IMU CET, provided the candidate continues to meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Example: If a student appears for IMU CET in 2026 but does not get the desired rank, the student can apply again in 2027, provided they continue to meet the eligibility criteria.

Mode: Online Computer-Based Test (CBT).

Frequency: Conducted once every year.

Duration: 3 Hours (180 minutes) for most UG courses. Duration may vary for PG courses.

Total Questions: 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for most UG courses.

The number of questions may vary for PG courses.

Total Marks: 200 Marks for most UG courses.

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

Question Paper Structure:

The question paper varies depending on the course selected by the candidate.

  • Undergraduate (UG) Courses: Questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, and General Aptitude.
  • Postgraduate (PG) Courses: Questions are based on the relevant subject chosen by the candidate. The exam pattern may vary depending on the course.

Marking Scheme:

  • Correct Answer: +1 mark.
  • Incorrect Answer: -0.25 marks (Negative Marking applies).
  • Unanswered Questions: 0 marks.

Important: The exam pattern may vary depending on the course. Candidates should always check the official IMU CET notification for the latest exam pattern and syllabus.

IMU CET scores are used for admission to various undergraduate and postgraduate maritime programmes offered by Indian Maritime University (IMU) campuses and affiliated institutes.

Courses may include:

  • Undergraduate (UG) Programmes
    • B.Tech. Marine Engineering
    • B.Tech. Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering
    • B.Tech. Naval Architecture & Ship Building
    • B.Sc. Nautical Science
    • B.Sc. Ship Building & Repair
    • Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS)
    • BBA Logistics, Retailing & E-Commerce
    • Apprenticeship Embedded BBA – Maritime Logistics
  • Postgraduate (PG) Programmes
    • M.Tech. Marine Engineering & Management
    • M.Tech. Marine Technology
    • M.Tech. Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering
    • M.Tech. Dredging & Harbour Engineering
    • MBA Port & Shipping Management
    • MBA International Transportation & Logistics Management
    • M.Sc. Commercial Shipping & Logistics

Note:

The courses offered may vary depending on the IMU campus or affiliated institute.

Candidates should always check the official IMU admission notification and prospectus for the latest list of programmes.

🌐 Official Website

For the latest information regarding IMU CET (Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test), including registration, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, admit card, results, counselling, and admissions, visit the official website below.

Note:

Candidates should regularly visit the official website for notifications regarding registration, exam dates, admit cards, results, counselling, and admissions.