About

IMU-CET

The Indian Maritime University, abbreviated as IMU, is a public central university directly under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, in India. IMU is the national institution for maritime education, commercial shipping, marine engineering, and maritime administration. It is India's prestigious institution for the training of merchant Navy officers. IMU is highly regarded as the number 1 maritime institute in India. Admissions to IMU are done through IMU-CET(COMMON ENTRANCE TEST) entrance examination, which is conducted every year across the country. It was established by the Indian Maritime University Act 2008, on 14 November 2008. t has an All-India jurisdiction and the headquarters is at Chennai. It has six campuses in Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai Port, Navi Mumbai, and Visakhapatnam.[

IMU-CET Role

Why IMU-CET is Important?

Entry into Top Maritime Colleges

IMU-CET is the gateway to the best maritime institutes in India, including Indian Maritime University and its affiliated colleges.

Mandatory for Marine Courses

To pursue a career in Marine Engineering or Nautical Science, passing IMU-CET is required to get admission into DG Approved Programs.

Career Boost

Qualifying IMU-CET opens up job opportunities in the Merchant Navy and other marine sectors in India and abroad.

Industry Recognized

Graduating through IMU-CET ensures you meet global maritime industry standards and become highly employable.

Admission Eligibility

IMU-CET Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Must have studied Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics (PCM) in Class 12.
Minimum 60% marks in PCM required.
At least 50% marks in English in Class 10th or 12th.

Age Criteria (Male)

General: 25 Years
OBC (NCL): 28 Years
SC/ST: 30 Years

Age Criteria (Female)

General: 27 Years
OBC (NCL): 30 Years
SC/ST: 32 Years

Relaxation

SC/ST candidates get 5% relaxation in PCM marks (not in English). Candidates belonging to Scheduled Tribes from Lakshadweep or Andaman & Nicobar Islands with native parents receive 5% relaxation in English marks.

Key Information

IMU-CET Exam Overview

	Exam Name	Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test
	Conducting Body	Indian Maritime University
	Exam Level	National Level Examination
	Frequency of Exam	Once Every Year
	Mode of Examination	Online Computer Based Test (CBT)

IMU-CET Exam Details

Exam Fees

₹700 – ₹1000

Exam Duration

3 Hours

Exam Syllabus

Topics from Class 11th & 12th PCM

IMU Campuses

Chennai, Navi Mumbai, Kochi, Visakhapatnam, Kolkata

Language

English

Test Cities

86 Cities Across India

IMU-CET Syllabus