IMU CET 2025: Application (Ongoing), Exam Date (Out), Link, Eligibility, Syllabus, Admit Card

The IMU CET 2025 registration commenced on Mar 01, 2025. The candidates can fill out the IMU CET application form 2025 using their name, date of birth and contact details by May 02, 2025.

Indian Maritime University, Chennai, has released the IMU CET 2025 notification. The IMU CET exam date 2025 is May 24, 2025. Candidates who are willing to pursue various B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Tech, M.Tech, BBA, and MBA courses in the Marine field. Students can visit this page to check the registration steps, fees, dates, documents required, exam centres and more.

Candidates are also advised to check the detailed IMU CET eligibility criteria 2025. Candidates who have passed their 10+2 with a minimum of 60% aggregate will be eligible to apply for the IMU CET exam 2025.

About IMU CET

IMU CET 2025 is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Indian Maritime University, Chennai, for all the candidates of India to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the Maritime University. Candidates can seek admission for B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Tech, M.Tech, BBA, and MBA courses in the Marine field. For admission to various MBA programs, the candidates can appear for exams like GMAT, MAT, etc.

The Indian Maritime University (IMU) was established on Nov 14, 2008. IMU has its headquarters in Chennai. It has regional campuses in Mumbai, Cochin, Visakhapatnam, and Kolkata. The new headquarters building is being worked on 300 acres of land that arrived apportioned to IMU at Semmancherry, Chennai, on East Coast Road and Old Mahabalipuram Road.

IMU CET is conducted once a year, usually in May/June. Interested candidates are expected to use this opportunity. Indian Maritime University, Chennai, has the complete rights to conduct the IMU CET 2025 examination and allocate the seats for interested candidates.

The exam details of IMU CET are tabulated below:

About IMU CET

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	IMU CET
Full Form	Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test
Exam Level	National
Conducting Body	Indian Maritime University, Chennai
Application Mode	Online
Languages	English
Exam Mode	Online
Exam Duration	3 Hours - 180 Minutes
Official Website	www.imu.edu.in
Helpdesk	academicscell@imu.ac.in +91 (44) 2453 9027 / 2453 9028

IMU CET 2025 Courses Offered

The programs that will be offered to candidates through the IMU CET 2025 exam are tabulated below:

IMU CET 2025 Courses Offered

IMU CET 2025 Program	Course Duration
Undergraduate Programs
B.Tech in Marine Engineering	4 Years
B.Tech in Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering	4 Years
BBA in Logistics, Retailing & E-commerce	3 Years
B.Sc in Maritime Science	3 Years
B.Sc in Nautical Science	3 Years
B.Sc in Ship Building & Repairs	3 Years
Diploma in Nautical Science (DNS) leading to B.Sc (Applied Nautical Science)	1 Year
Postgraduate Courses
M.Tech in Marine Engineering & Management	2 Years
M.Tech in Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering	2 Years
M.Tech in Dredging & Harbour Engineering	2 Years
M.Sc in Commercial Shipping and Logistics	2 Years
MBA in Port & Shipping Management	2 Years
MBA in International Transportation & Logistics Management	2 Years
Post Graduate Diploma in Marine Engineering (PGDME)	1 Year

IMU CET 2025 Exam Dates

IMU CET 2025 exam dates have been released by the conducting body. Candidates can check the latest IMU CET 2025 important dates published by the Indian Maritime University below:

IMU CET 2025 Exam Dates

IMU CET 2025 Events	IMU CET 2025 Exam Dates
Upcoming Events
Last Date of IMU CET 2025 Online Registration	May 02, 2025
Downloading of IMU CET 2025 Admit Card	May 2025
IMU CET Exam Date 2025	May 24, 2025
IMU CET Result Date	June 2025
Rank Certificate Release Date	June 2025
IMU CET 2025 Registration for Online Counselling	June 2025
Publication of First List of Selected Candidates - UG, MBA, M.Tech	July 2025
Deadline to Accept Seats	July 2025
Certificate Verification at the Campus allotted	July 2025
Publication of the Second List of Selected Candidates	July 2025
Deadline to Accept Seats	July 2025
Certificate Verification at the Campus allotted	July 2025
Publication of Third List of Selected Candidates	July 2025
Deadline to Accept Seats	July 2025
Certificate Verification at the Campus allotted	July 2025
Date of Commencement of Programs	July 2025
Past Events
Commencement of IMU CET 2025 Online Registration	Mar 01, 2025

IMU CET Application Form 2025

The registration window for IMU CET 2025 is currently open by the exam authority from Mar 01, 2025. Candidates can fill out the IMU CET 2025 application form before May 02, 2025, to be considered for admission to various courses. Candidates can fill out the IMU CET 2025 application form through the official website.

Details Required for IMU CET 2025 Application

The candidates must enter certain personal and educational details while registering for IMU CET 2025 exam. These details include the following.

• Candidate's Name
• Parent's Name
• Communication Address
• Email ID
• Phone Number
• Religion
• Board Name
• Class 10 and 12 Marks
• Year of Passing

Steps to Fill IMU CET 2025 Application Form

Follow the steps below to fill up the IMU CET 2025 application form.

• Step 1: Visit the official website of the IMU.
• Step 2: On the website's homepage, click on the 'Application Form' link, read the instructions given, and mark the checkbox before filling out the application form.
• Step 3: Enter all the personal and educational details mentioned above.
• Step 4: Fill in the exam centre from Dropbox. Upload all the mandatory documents.
• Step 5: Pay IMU CET 2025 application fee through credit/ debit/ net banking. After payment, take the printout of the completed application form for future reference.

Documents Required for IMU CET 2025 Application Form

Candidates must have the following documents while filling out the IMU CET 2025 application form.

• Passport-size photograph
• Scanned Signature
• Class 10 Mark Sheet as Proof of Date of Birth
• Class 12 Mark Sheet/ Degree Certificate
• Scanned Copy of SC/ ST/ OBC (NCL)/ General-EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Other Relevant Certificates.

IMU CET 2025 Application Fee

The application fee for IMU CET 2025 is tabulated below. The application fee can be paid online using credit/debit cards or net banking.

IMU CET 2025 Application Fee

Category	Fee
General/ OBC	INR 1000
SC/ ST	INR 700

IMU CET Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates who are willing to take the IMU CET 2025 exam must ensure that they meet all the criteria given by the Indian Maritime University. The eligibility criteria are different for each undergraduate and postgraduate course. The detailed eligibility criteria for the exam are given below:

Age Criteria

The age criteria for both UG and PG courses for different category students are given below.

Undergraduate Program

The age of the candidate should be 25 years.

• General: 25 years
• OBC/ NCL: 28 years
• SC/ST: 30 years

Note: For female candidates, a relaxation of 2 years is applicable.

Postgraduate Program

There are no age limit restrictions for candidates who apply for the postgraduate course.

IMU CET 2025 Educational Qualifications

The educational qualifications for a different program that comes under IMU CET are given below:

BBA (Logistics, Retailing, and E-Commerce)

The candidates must have passed class 12th in any stream with a minimum aggregate of 60% score. The candidate should also have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in English subjects in the 10th or 12th examination.

MBA Program

The candidates should have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks as an undergraduate to be eligible for the MBA program.

M.Tech (Marine Engineering and Management)

The candidates must have completed their undergraduate in B.E. / Mechanical Engineering/ B.Tech in Marine Engineering / Naval Architecture from a UGC-recognized university with a minimum aggregate of 60% score.

The educational qualification given below is common for the given program - B.Tech (Marine Engineering), B.Sc (Nautical Science), 1-Year Diploma in Nautical Science, B.Tech (Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering) and B.Sc (Ship Building and Repair)

• The candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and a minimum aggregate of 60% score.
• The candidate should also have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in English subjects in the 10th or 12th examination.

IMU CET 2025 Admit Card

Candidates who will successfully be registered for the IMU CET 2025 examination can download the admit card from the official website by the second week of May 2025. IMU CET 2025 admit card will be issued online by the Indian Maritime University, Chennai, on the official website.

Login Credentials: IMU CET 2025 Admit Card contains important details such as the applicant's name, registration number, date of the examination, etc.

Steps to Download IMU CET 2025 Admit Card

The candidate needs to follow these steps to download the admit card.

• Step 1: Visit the IMU CET 2025 official website.
• Step 2: Click on the link provided to download the IMU CET 2025 admit card.
• Step 3: IMU CAT 2025 Login Credentials must be filled in to view the candidate's details on the page that opens up.
• Step 4: Click on the submit button.
• Step 5: IMU CET 2025 admit card will be displayed on the screen.
• Step 6: Download and print the admit card for IMU CET 2025.

Details Mentioned on IMU CET 2025 Admit Card

The admit card of IMU CET contains several details. Candidates must preview the admit card. If they find any errors, they can immediately contact the exam officials. The details present in the admit card of IMU CET are listed below.

• Applicant's Name
• Applicant's Photo
• Roll Number
• Application Number
• Date of Birth
• Caste Category
• Exam Date
• Exam Venue
• Reporting Time
• Other guidelines to follow during the exam

Documents Required With IMU CET 2025 Admit Card

Candidates must carry these documents along with the IMU CET 2025 admit card.

• PAN card
• Aadhar card
• Passport
• Driving license
• Voter ID card

Important Points Related to IMU CET Admit Card

The candidates must note the following important points related to the IMU CET 2025 admit card.

• All candidates must carry an IMU CET admit card at the exam centre.
• Do not share the IMU CET 2025 admit card with any other candidate.
• If asked by the invigilator for the IMU CET Admit Card, show them the admit card.
• Do not make any changes to the details given on the IMU CET admit card.
• Follow the instructions given on the admit card.
• Keep the admit card safe until the exam process is completed successfully.

IMU CET Exam Centres 2025

IMU CET 2025 undergraduate and postgraduate examinations were held in 2 batches in 84 cities across India. Candidates must know that IMU CET exam centres 2025 may increase or decrease depending on the strength of applicants registering for the IMU CET 2025 examination. While registering for the IMU CET 2025 examination, candidates could give three preferences for the test cities where they would like to take the exam.

Candidates belonging to Andaman and Nicobar Island or who have stayed there for more than 5 years have a separate CET for an undergraduate program conducted by the Andaman and Nicobar Administration on behalf of the Indian Maritime University.

All the exam centres conducting IMU CET 2025 are listed in the table below.

IMU CET 2025 Exam Centres
Agra	Ahmedabad	Aligarh	Allahabad
Anantapur	Bengaluru	Bankura	Bhagalpur
Baroda	Bhatinda	Bhopal	Bhubaneshwar
Bokaro	Calicut	Chandigarh	Chennai
Chhapra	Cochin	Coimbatore	Dehradun
Delhi	Dhanbad	Durgapur	Faizabad
Faridabad	Gaya	Ghaziabad	Gorakhpur
Gurgaon	Guwahati	Hissar	Hubli
Hyderabad	Indore	Jabalpur	Jaipur
Jalandhar	Jammu	Jamshedpur	Jodhpur
Kannur	Kanpur	Karimnagar	Karnal
Kolkata	Kollam	Kota	Kottayam
Lucknow	Madurai	Mangalore	Meerut
Mumbai	Muzaffarpur	Mysore	Nagpur
Noida	Nasik	Patna	Pune
Purnea	Raipur	Rajahmundry	Ranchi
Rourkela	Sagar	Salem	Sambalpur
Shimla	Siliguri	Solapur	Srinagar
Surat	Thanjavur	Thrissur	Tirupati
Trichy	Trivandrum	Udaipur	Varanasi
Vellore	Vijayawada	Vizag	Warangal

IMU CET Exam Pattern 2025

IMU CET 2025 will be held in online mode as a computer-based test. Here's the detailed IMU CET exam pattern 2025 for candidates' reference:

IMU CET Exam Pattern 2025

Particulars	Details
Exam Mode	Online only
Number of Questions	UG Program: 200 MCQ Type (except BBA) PG Program: 120 MCQ Type
Maximum Marks	200
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Language	English
Exam Duration	3 Hours (180 Minutes)
Sections in Paper	6 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, General Knowledge, English, Aptitude)
Negative Marking	Not Applicable

IMU CET 2025 Section-Wise Distribution of Questions

Candidates can also check the section-wise distribution of questions in the table below:

IMU CET Marking Scheme 2025

Papers	Number of Questions
English	25
General Knowledge	25
General Aptitude	25
Chemistry	25
Physics	50
Mathematics	50
Total	200

IMU CET Syllabus 2025

While preparing for IMU CET 2025 exam, the candidate must prepare according to the IMU CET syllabus 2025 prescribed by Indian Maritime University. Studying the prescribed IMUCET syllabus 2025 will suffice in preparation for the examination.

IMU CET 2025 Syllabus for UG Program

The syllabus for all the UG programs offered includes sections like English, General Aptitude, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at the Class 12 level.

IMU CET 2025 Syllabus for MBA and M.Sc Programs

The syllabus for MBA and M.Sc programs includes Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, Verbal Ability, and Logical Reasoning.

The detailed syllabus of IMU CET exam is listed in the tabular below.

IMU CET Syllabus 2025

Subject	Topics
Physics	Laws of Motion & Work Energy and Power Properties of Matter Electrostatics Current Electricity Magnetic Effects of Electric Current Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current Optics Dual Nature of Radiation and Atomic Physics Nuclear Physics Semiconductor Devices and their Applications
Chemistry	Atomic Structure, p, d, and f - Block Elements Coordination Chemistry and Solid State Chemistry Thermodynamics Chemical Equilibrium and Chemical Kinetics Electrochemistry Isomerism in Organic Compounds Alcohols and Ethers Carbonyl Compounds, Carboxylic Acids and their derivatives
Mathematics	Matrices and their Applications Trigonometry and Complex Numbers Analytical Geometry of two dimensions Vector Algebra Analytical Geometry of Three Dimensions Differential Calculus Integral Calculus and its Applications Differential Equations Probability Distributions Discrete Mathematics
General Aptitude	Fill in / Completion of series based on Pattern / Logic, Data Sufficiency Data Interpretation Pipes & Cisterns Odd Man Out Critical Reasoning Word Groups Instructions Structural Analysis Syllogism (Logic Syllogism (Logic-based questions) Boat & Streams Numerical Computation Numerical Estimation Time & Work Calendar Clocks Stocks Time & Distance Height & Distance Quantitative Aptitude Analytical Reasoning Logic Reasoning Fault Diagnosis Abstract Reasoning Mechanical Reasoning Mixture & Allegation Ratio Numerical Reasoning
English	Parts of Speech Synonyms and Antonyms Meaning of words/phrases Tenses Phrasal verbs Idioms

IMU CET Reference Books 2025

The IMU CET reference books 2025 for undergraduate and postgraduate programs for the preparation of the exam are below:

For UG Program: Candidates applying for UG programs through IMU CET 2025 can refer to the A.S Agarwal for General Aptitude and the NCERT Class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics books for conceptual topics.

For MBA and M.Sc Programs: Candidates applying for MBA and M.Sc programs through IMU CET 2025 can refer to the general aptitude books such as Fast Track Apti Cracker, Aptitude by A.S Agarwal, etc.

IMU CET 2025 Preparation Tips

Preparation for IMUCET or any entrance exam needs mainly three things. Those things are determination, patience, and perseverance. Candidates need a strong determination to crack the exam at any cost. Candidates will need enormous patience to go through every step needed to achieve their goals. Finally, perseverance not to be disappointed even when faced with difficulties along the way. The candidates must focus on these things before starting the preparation.

Brush Up Fundamentals

The sections on English Proficiency and Mathematics are purely concept-driven. So, everyone should be brushing up on their concepts to develop the required levels of competence for the exam. If you are strong on the basics, you will answer the question however they have twisted it. The first stage of the preparation involves concentrating mainly on the basic concepts of all the subjects.

Intense Practice Sessions

Logical Reasoning and some parts of English Language Proficiency can only be answered if you have enough practice with those types of questions. Gather as many practice papers, mock tests, and other stuff so that they could practice. Intense practices will make candidates familiar with the structure and type of questions in these sections.

Increase Knowledge Through Reading

The section on General Awareness contains questions that are based on current affairs and other such things. To develop a habit of reading newspapers, blogs, and magazines daily. This will increase knowledge about the things that are happening around the world. Developing this habit will help candidates answer the General Awareness section in the least amount of time so that they can use the rest of the time to answer the other sections.

IMU CET Mock Test 2025

IMU CET 2025 mock tests were available for free access that candidates can use for better preparation. Candidates can download these model question papers as PDF files for exam preparation.

These IMU CET mock test papers will help candidates understand the difficulty level and structure of the exam.

IMU CET Participating Colleges 2025

The candidates are issued rank certificates based on the normalization method. Candidates must remember the last date to apply for admission through IMU CET so that there are no issues with the admission process.

Undergraduate Schools under IMU

The Indian Maritime University offers various Undergraduate programs under the following Schools

Undergraduate Schools under IMU

School	Program offered	Location
School of Nautical Studies	3 Year B.Sc(Nautical	Chennai,Navi Mumbai,Cochin
	1-Year DNS program	NaviMumbai&Chennai
School of Marine Engineering and Technology	4-year B. Tech(MarineEngineering)	Kolkata, MumbaiPort and Chennai
School of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering	4 Year B. Tech(NavalArchitecture &OceanEngineering)*	Visakhapatnam
	3 Year B.Sc (ShipBuilding and repair)	Offered only in one Affiliated Institute
School of Maritime Management	BBA (Logistics, Retailing and eCommerce)	Chennai and Kochi

Postgraduate Schools Under IMU

The Indian Maritime University offers various Postgraduate programs under the following Schools

Postgraduate Schools Under IMU

School	Program	Location
School of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering	M.Tech (NavalArchitecture and Ocean Engineering)	Visakhapatnam
	M.Tech (Dredging and HarbourEngineering)
School of Marine Engineering & Technology	M.Tech (MarineEngineering andManagement)	Kolkata
	PGDME	MumbaiPort
School of Maritime Management	MBA (Port &ShippingManagement)	Chennai, Cochin
	MBA (InternationalTransportation &LogisticsManagement)	Chennai,Cochin, Kolkata and Visakhapatnam
School of Nautical Studies	M.Sc(Commercial Shipping and Logistics)	Navi Mumbai &Chennai

IMU CET Result 2025

IMU CET 2025 results will be declared by June 2025 on the official website by the conducting authority. The registered students can download their results from the official website. The rank certificate, which will be released by June 2025, is based on the normalization method set by the IMU.

IMU CET Result 2025

IMU CET Result 2025	IMU CET Rank List 2025 PDF
List of Qualified Candidates for UG Programmes (B.Tech, B.Sc., DNS)	Download Here (To be Updated)
List of Qualified Candidates for M.Tech Programmes	Download Here (To be Updated)

Cut Off: Depending on the number of candidates who applied for IMU CET 2025, the cutoff is decided and published by the Indian Maritime University.

Steps to Download IMU CET 2025 Results

To download the IMU 2025 result, candidates need to follow the below steps.

• Step 1: Candidates need to visit the official website of the IMU.
• Step 2: On the homepage, click on the 'Rank List of IMU CET 2025'.
• Step 3: Candidates will be able to download the rank certificate.
• Step 4: Candidates can download the rank certificate in PDF format and take the printout.

Details Mentioned on IMU CET 2025 Scorecard

The following details are present in the scorecard of IMU CET:

• Applicant's Name
• Roll Number
• Application Number
• Date of Birth
• Parents' Name
• Caste Category
• Marks Obtained
• Rank Obtained

IMU CET Counselling 2025

The Indian Maritime University (IMU) will announce the first admission list for the IMU CET 2025 in July 2025. Candidates will be able to check the IMU CET seat allotment list at the official website at imu.edu.in.

IMU CET Counselling 2025

IMU CET Counselling 2025	Links
The first list of Provisional Seat Allotment for UG Program	Download Here
The first list of Provisional Seat Allotment for M.Tech Program	Download Here
IMU CET Counselling - Log in to Download Allotment Letter and Confirm Acceptance	View Here

Candidates can complete IMU CET counselling registration at the official website by June 2025. For the seat allotted, candidates must pay a fee of INR 10000.

IMU CET 2025 Counselling Process

A seat is provisionally allotted to the candidate from the list of options based on rank, category of the candidate, and availability of seats. After the seats are allotted, the candidates must confirm the seat by paying the program fee of INR 25,000.

Candidates who confirm the allotted seat are issued with the Provisional Allotment Letter, which has to be produced at the time of verification along with original mark sheets, certificates, and physical fitness certificates on the mentioned date. Candidates who do not pay the program fee and fail to confirm before the last date are considered to have dropped out and will not be allowed for subsequent admission up-gradation or seat allotment.

Candidates whose names are not published in the IMU's admission list are entitled to a refund after deducting the administrative charges of 10% of the counselling fee. The amount is refunded to the account from which the candidate made the transaction. It is advised that the candidates may choose as many options as possible based on IMU CET 2025 eligibility criteria to increase their chances of allotment of seats.

IMU CET Contact Details 2025

Candidates can contact the address given below for any queries related to the exam or admission process:

IMU CET Contact Details 2025

Campus Name	Address	Phone	Email
Chennai Campus	Indian Maritime University, East Coast Road, Semmencherry Chennai - 600119	+91 (44) 2453 9020	director.chennai@imu.ac.in
Cochi Campus	Indian Maritime University, NH-47A, Near Alexander Parambithra Bridge, Matsyapuri (P.O.), Willingdon Island, Cochin	0484	director.kochi@imu.ac.in
Kolkata Campus	Indian Maritime Univesity, Kolkata Campus P - 19, Taratalla Road, Kolkata - 700088	(033) 2401 4673/ 76 & 78	director.kolkata@imu.ac.in