IMUCET B.Sc Pattern 2024: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test 2024 ( IMUCET )

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IMU CET Exam Pattern 2026: The exam body, Indian Maritime University (IMU), prescribes IMU CET 2026 exam pattern and mentions it in its official notification. Candidates preparing for the exam can also find the exam pattern for the IMU CET exam on this page. As per the exam pattern of IMU CET, the test is conducted in computer-based online mode across various test centres in the India. The test is held in English language and the question paper format is multiple-choice. The total time duration of the exam is 3 hours.

The number of questions and patterns varies for IMU CET held for admission to various UG, PG, diploma, and PhD courses. The course-wise IMUCET exam pattern 2026 is available on this page. It is a national-level test for admission to six IMU campuses and colleges affiliated with IMU. Candidates are advised to check the IMU CET exam pattern carefully before commencing their preparation, since it will help them understand the difficulty level and how to prepare for it.  Also, IMU CET mock tests are released, which can be used by the candidates to get a complete idea of the IMU CET computer-based exam. Read the full article to learn more about the IMU CET 2026 exam pattern.

Table of contents
  • IMU CET 2026 Exam Pattern for all UG Courses (Except BBA)
  • IMU CET 2026 Exam Pattern for MBA Courses
  • IMU CET 2026 Exam Pattern for MTech Courses
  • IMU CET 2026 Syllabus
  • IMU CET 2026 Mock Test
  • FAQs related to IMU CET Pattern 2026
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IMU CET 2026 Exam Pattern for all UG Courses (Except BBA)

  • Mode of the exam: Computer-based test
  • Language: English
  • Time duration: 3 hours
  • Type of questions: Multiple choice questions
  • Marking scheme: - 0.25 marks for each wrong answer

Subject

Number of Questions

Physics

50

Mathematics

50

Chemistry

20

English

40

Aptitude

40

Total

200

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Q:   What is the marking scheme of the IMU CET?
A: 

UG course

Total questions - 200 

Total marks - 200

PG course

Total questions - 120

Total marks - 120

Q:   Is there negative marking in the IMU CET?
A: 

Yes, there is negative marking in the exam. As per the minus marking, for every wrong question, 0.25 marks will be deducted from candidates.

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IMU CET 2026 Exam Pattern for MBA Courses

  • Mode of the exam: Computer-based test
  • Language: English
  • Time duration: 3 hours
  • Type of questions: Multiple choice questions
  • Marking scheme: - 0.25 marks for each wrong answer

Subject

Number of Questions

Logical Reasoning

30

Verbal Ability

30

Data Interpretation

30

Quantitative Ability

30

Total

120

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the paper pattern of IMU CET similar to JEE Main?
A: 

No, the paper pattern of IMU CET is not similr to the JEE Main exam.

Q:   What is the difficulty level of the IMU CET exam?
A: 

The difficulty level of the exam is of moderate level. Candidates who have studied properly during their 10 to 12, will be able to easily crack the exam.

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IMU CET 2026 Exam Pattern for MTech Courses

  • Mode of the exam: Computer-based test
  • Language: English
  • Time duration: 3 hours
  • Type of questions: Multiple choice questions
  • Marking scheme: - 0.25 marks for each wrong answer

Subject

Number of Questions

English

20

Mathematics

20

Subject-based (Mechanical Engineering/Civil Engineering/Marine Engineering /Naval Architecture)

80

Total

120

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

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:   Does IMU CET release mock tests?
A: 

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.

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IMU CET 2026 Syllabus

The syllabus of IMU CET 2026 is as follows:

Course

Syllabus

BSc (NS), BTech (ME), BTech (NAOE), DNS 

English, General Aptitude, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (10+2 level)

MBA (PSM) & MBA (ITLM)

Quantitative ability, Data interpretation, Verbal ability and Reasoning

All MTech Programmes

Logical reasoning, Mathematics & one of Mechanical Engineering/Civil Engineering/Marine Engineering /Naval Architecture

PhD

Relevant topic related to the School / Research Area 

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IMU CET 2026 Mock Test

The IMU CET mock test 2026 is released by Indian Maritime University at imu.edu.in. No login credentials will be required to attempt the mock test. Using the online mock test, candidates will be able to practice and become comfortable with layout of various functions on the screen.

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FAQs related to IMU CET Pattern 2026

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

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the exam pattern of IMU CET?
A: 

The exam pattern of IMU CET is as follows - 

UG-

  • Subject - English, General Aptitude, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (12th Grade / Plus 2 level/Intermediate/Equivalent level).

  • Medium of Exam - English

  • Total Questions – 200

  • Total Duration of exam – 3 hours

  • Negative marking - 0.25 marks for every wrong answer

For MTech

  • Subject - Logical Reasoning, Mathematics and one of Mechanical Engineering/Naval Architecture/Marine Engineering/Civil Engineering

  • Medium of Exam - English

  • Total Questions – 120

  • Total Duration of exam – 2 hours

  • Negative marking - 0.25 marks for every wrong answer

Q:   Can I apply for IMU CET offline?
A: 

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

Q:   What is the IMU CET syllabus?
A: 

The IMU CET Syllabus is as follows - 

  • UG Technical Programs (B.Sc. NS, B.Tech. ME, B.Tech. NAOE, B.Tech. NASB, DNS): English, General Aptitude, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

  • MBA Programs (MBA PSM & MBA ITLM): Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, Verbal Ability, Reasoning

  • PG Technical Programs (All M.Tech): English, Mathematics, and one of Mechanical Engineering / Civil Engineering / Marine Engineering / Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering

Q:   Who conducts the IMU CET exam?
A: 

The Indian maritime university is conducts the IMU CET exam.

Q:   Are there any scholarships in the IMU CET exam?
A: 

Scholarship 1

The University offers Tamil Nadu BC/MBC Scholarship of amount ranging from INR 50,000 to 60,000 and Maritime Training Trust (MTT) scholarship for Indian women seafarers for amount of INR 1,00,000.

Scholarship 2

There is also scholarships to Zilla Kalyan Office, UP amounting INR 50,000 and District Welfare Office, Saharsa, Bihar amounting INR 75,000 and to Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited, Dehradun amounting INR 48,000.

Scholarship 3

There is also OBC Post matric Scholarship, Govt. of Kerala amounting INR 1,00,000 and OEC (other eligibility candidates), Scholarship Govt of Kerala amounting INR 1,00,000 and OBC Post matric Scholarship, Govt. of Bihar amounting INR 10,000.

Scholarship 4

The University offers Winnie sun's Scholarship Gurgaon, Haryana State amounting INR 65,000 and Endowment/Scholarship for SC/ST students by

Mumbai Port Trust/VOC amounting INR 43,500.

For detailed scholarship information click on the link here - https://www.shiksha.com/university/indian-maritime-university-chennai-campus-37093/scholarships

Q:   What is the exam pattern of IMU CET?
A: 

For UG Courses, IMU CET exam pattern is below - 

  • Subject - English, General Aptitude, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (12th Grade / Plus 2 level/Intermediate/Equivalent level).

  • Medium of Exam - English

  • Total Questions – 200

  • Total Duration of exam – 3 hours

  • Negative marking - 0.25 marks for every wrong answer

Q:   Is there campus placement in the IMU CET exam?
A: 

Yes, in the past years it is been witnessed that, Various placement partners visit the IMU CET campus like Delta Corp., MMSI, Wilhelmsen, Dockendale, MSI.

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Yes, by solving the IMU CET past year papers and giving the mock tests it is crucial for understanding the difficulty level of the exam. It will help candidates identify the high-weightage topics and improves the ability to solve the questions. It will also help candidates increase their speed and e

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Mani Mehra

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The IMU CET paper is divided into six sections: Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, English, General Knowledge, and Aptitude.

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Mayank Kumari

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Yes, there is negative marking in the IMUCET exam. As per the negative marking,   0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect response, while unattempted questions carry no penalty.

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Vikrant Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

In the IMUCET exam the questions are in Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options for each. There are no descriptive type questions in the exam.

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Chanchal Sinha

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

As per the exam pattern of IMUCET, candidates will be allotted 3 hours (180 minutes) to complete the entire online entrance examination.

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Satyendra Katarya

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a week ago

The IMU CET exam is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) at various proctored test centers nationwide.

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Nishtha Taneja

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

There is no specific sectional time limit in the IMUCET exam; students must manage 180 minutes across all sections freely.

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Mayank Kumari

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

The question paper of IMUCET consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options for each question.

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Vikrant Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

To successfully attempt the IMUCET exam, students are allotted exactly 3 hours (180 minutes).

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Satyendra Katarya

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

The IMUCET exam is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) at various test centers nationwide.

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Chanchal Sinha

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