IMUCET MBA Exam Dates 2026: Get Complete Exam Schedule Here

Updated on Sep 6, 2026 23:26 IST

IMUCET Dates 2026: The Indian Maritime University (IMU) released Third Provisional Allotment List for UG courses. Candidates could accept their provisional allotted seats by July 23, 2026. The document verification was held from July 27 to 28, 2026. Upgraded students from 2nd seat alloment could submit medical certificates to new campuses. Earlier the exam body released the round 2 seat allotment and round 1 seat allotment result on June 16 and June 29, 2026 respectively. Check here the IMUCET exam dates for the upcoming session.

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IMUCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
IMU CET Counselling 2026 Dates
IMU CET 2026 Result Dates (OUT)
IMU CET 2026 Exam Overview
IMUCET 2026 Admit Card Date
IMU CET 2026 Application form Date
FAQs related to IMU CET Dates 2026

IMUCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IMUCET 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
27 Jul ' 26 - 28 Jul ' 26	Physical Certificate Verification
23 Jul ' 26	Third Round Seat Acceptance
22 Jul ' 26 - 24 Jul ' 26	Certificate Verification after Round 2
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IMU CET Counselling 2026 Dates

IMU conducts the IMU CET counselling in online mode for admission in 6 campuses of IMU. The counselling is done after the results are successfully declared. Students shortlisted as per the results must appear in the counselling, which consists of various stages such as registration, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, fee payment, etc. IMU CET counselling started from June 14, onwards will take place in three phases. The First and Second Round Allotment Status is published.

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IMU CET 2026 Result Dates (OUT)

The authorities declared the IMU CET result 2026 online after the entrance exam was over. The IMUCET 2026 result consisted of a rank list for UG, MBA, and MTech courses separately. The IMU CET 2026 rank card was also published under the respective logins of candidates.

To access the rank card/result of IMU CET 2026, students had to log in using their required credentials such as thier application number and password. Aspirants qualifying in the entrance exam could register for the counselling process till June 17, 2026.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What are the courses in IMU CET?

The courses offered under UG are BTech, BSc, BBA and DNS. MTech, M.Sc and MBA programs are offered under PG programs at various IMU campuses or affiliated institutes, as well as DGS-approved pre-sea courses at Maritime Training Institutes.

Q: What are the courses offered by IMU CET?

The courses offered under UG are Btech, Mtech, BBA and DNS. MTech, MSc and MBA courses are offered under PG programme.

Q: What are the campuses of IMU CET?

There are 6 main campuses of Indian maritime universities are Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai Port, Navi Mumbai, and Visakhapatnam

IMU CET 2026 Exam Overview

The Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMU CET) 2026 exam was held in computer-based mode on May 24, 2026 across various test centres to shortlist candidates for Diploma in Nautical Science, BSc (Nautical Science), and BE/BTech (Marine Engineering) courses.

Candidates can also join MBA and MTech courses via IMU CET, or they can apply via CMAT/CAT/MAT and CUET PG/GATE/PGCET scores. Preference in admissions will be given to candidates with IMU-CET ranks. Hence, the candidates are encouraged to register for IMU CET.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Does IMU CET release mock tests?

Yes IMU CET releases the mock tests on its official website. The mock tests are released so that candidates can properly prepare for the exa without any fuss.

Q: How are mock tests in IMU CET exam preparations?

The IMU CET Mock tests are very helpful for IMU CET preparation. They help you get used to the exam pattern, difficulty level and time management. Additionally, mock tests show you areas that need improvement.

Q: Can I apply for IMU CET offline?

No, candidates can't apply for IMU CET offline. There is only one way to apply which is through the official website.

IMUCET 2026 Admit Card Date

The IMU CET admit card 2026 was issued to all students who successfully registered for the exam. The hall ticket was available at the exam body's portal on May 17, 2026. Students could download the hall ticket of IMU CET 2026 using their credentials. The admit card consists of student's name, roll number, exam date, timings, venue, and exam day instructions. While downloading hall ticket, students must keep atleast 2-3 copies for a safer side in case they miss any. They will have to carry admit card to exam centre on exam day along with one valid photo ID proof like aadhar card, voter ID card, PAN card etc. Failing to do so, they will be denied entry to appear in the exam.

IMU CET 2026 Application form Date

The authorities released the IMUCET application form in online mode on its official portal in on February 2, 2026. Students abiding by the eligibility norms set by the exam body were allowed to apply till April 28, 2026.

No applications after the final date will be accepted. Automated e-mails/SMS will be sent to every registered applicant on successful registration of the application, uploading of the admit card, publication of results, etc.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What types of questions are asked in the IMU CET exam?

For both UG and PG courses, the type of questions will be asked in exam are multiple choice questions.

Q: Who can apply for the IMU CET form?

Anyone who is minimum 17 years of age and have obtained 10+2/equivalent PCM Average with minimum 60% and minimum of 50% marks in English subject in 10th or 12th Examination) can apply for UG course.

For PG course anyone with BSc / BTech degree in Mechanical, Civil, Naval can apply for various programme offered under PG courses.

Q: What is the IMU CET exam?

The Indian maritime university common entrance test is an annually conducted national level exam to shortlist candidates admission into undergraduate and postgraduate courses of the maritime colleges of India

FAQs related to IMU CET Dates 2026

Check here for additional FAQs related to the IMU CET 2026:

Q: What is the IMU CET admission process?

To apply for UG BTech programme at IMU campuses or affiliated institutes, as well as DGS-approved pre-sea courses at Maritime Training Institutes, candidates must register. Candidates who qualify for IMU CET will receive a Rank Certificate. Admission to IMU campuses is based on CET ranks.

Q: What is the age limit for the IMU CET exam?

Age criteria – For Btech, BSc, BBA and DNS

Minimum age: 17years
Maximum age:

For Male: General-25 years, OBC (NCL)-28 years, SC/ST-30 years
For Female: General-27 years, OBC (NCL)-30 years, SC/ST-32 years.

No age criteria for Mtech, MBA and M.Sc program
For the PG graduate Diploma course in Marine Engineering - Maximum age: Male : For General-28 years OBC (NCL)-31 years SC/ST-33 years. Female : For General-30 years OBC (NCL)-33 years SC/ST-35 years

Q: When will the IMU CET admit card be released?

The IMU CET admit card is out, it can be found on IMU CET official website or shiksha.com. We have updated candidates with the direct link to download the hall ticket.

Q: When will IMU CET exam dates be released?

The IMU CET 2027 exam dates will be out soon. As of now there are no date as to when the notification will be out. Students are advised to keep track of the official website as well as shiksha.com for more details.

Q: What are stages in IMU CET exam?

There are three stages: the registration process, the IMU Common Entrance Test, and the online counselling process. After getting the Rank Certificate, candidates must apply for online counselling to seek admission to IMU campuses. For the Affiliated Institutes and other Maritime Training Institutes, they need to apply directly to the respective institutes using their IMU CET Rank Certificate.

Q: When will IMU CET exam application form be out?

The IMU CET application form for the 2027 will be out in February 2027. Canidates will be able to apply till the last date from its official website.