IMU Chennai Admission 2026

Indian Maritime University

Chennai, Tamil Nadu · IMU Chennai · Estd. 2008

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

IMU CET 2026 application typically opens March 2026 at imu.edu.in. Examination expected May-June 2026. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Indian Maritime University

Indian Maritime University (IMU), established in 2008 by the Indian Maritime University Act 2008 of Parliament, is the Central University of India dedicated to maritime education, training and research. Headquartered at East Coast Road, Uthandi, Chennai, IMU was created by integrating seven major maritime training institutes into a single Central University. IMU is unique as India's only national maritime university and operates under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Government of India.

IMU has 6 campuses — Chennai (HQ), Mumbai, Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, Cochin, and Kandla. Offers BTech (Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering), BSc (Nautical Science, Ship Building), MBA (Port & Shipping Management, International Transportation & Logistics Management), MTech (Marine Tech, Dredging), and PhD. Recognised by Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping); India's pre-eminent maritime training institution.

Admissions through IMU CET (Common Entrance Test) — a national-level entrance specifically for IMU. Applications via imu.edu.in. Medical fitness certification required for sea-going programmes.

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Application fee: ₹1,000 (General) / ₹500 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

University-conducted entrance exam

IMU CET (Common Entrance Test)

Conducted by Indian Maritime University

Admissions through IMU CET — national-level entrance specifically for IMU. Applications via imu.edu.in. Medical fitness certification required for sea-going programmes.

Eligibility

BTech Marine Engg: Plus Two PCM 60% (50% SC/ST/OBC) + IMU CET + medical fit. BSc Nautical: Plus Two PCM 60% + IMU CET + medical. MBA: bachelor 50% + IMU CET/CAT.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
IMU CET 2026 Application	15 Mar 2026	—	imu.edu.in	Upcoming
IMU CET 2026 Examination	10 Jun 2026	—	imu.edu.in	Upcoming
IMU Counselling 2026	20 Jul 2026	—	imu.edu.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

IMU merit scholarships, Ministry of Shipping fellowships, DG Shipping scholarships, Central Sector Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC.

Reservations

Central reservation: SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5%; DG Shipping medical fitness mandatory for sea-going programmes.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Indian Maritime University?

Indian Maritime University admits students primarily through IMU CET (Common Entrance Test). After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Indian Maritime University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹1000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Indian Maritime University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Indian Maritime University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Indian Maritime University accept IMU CET (Common Entrance Test) scores?

IMU CET (Common Entrance Test) is the primary basis for admission at Indian Maritime University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.