IMU CET 2026 Sample Papers: Download Free Official Question Papers for Practice

Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test 2026 ( IMUCET )

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IMUCET Online City Selection Start Date

4 May '26 - 10 May '26

Vikrant Shukla
Updated on Mar 4, 2026 12:27 IST

By Vikrant Shukla, Deputy Manager

Overview

IMU CET Sample Papers 2026: The Indian Maritime University (IMU) will release the IMU CET 2026 sample papers for all courses after the exam is conducted. Meanwhile candidates planning to appear in the IMUCET exam for the upcoming session can check here the past year papers. With the help of the sample paper PDFs of IMUCET for the past year candidates can prepare effectively for the entrance test. Students preparing for the IMUCET can download and practice using these question papers to understand the types of questions asked in the exam, difficulty level as well as recurring questions.

Solving the past year questions of IMUCET 2026, students will have an upper edge over other candidates who are appearing in the exam. Apart from the question papers, students can also practice using the IMU CET mock tests to strengthen their preparations. The IMU CET sample papers will also help in understanding the marking scheme, section-wise question distribution, time duration, etc. Here we have provided the official IMU CET sample papers for candidates to download and practice.

Table of contents
  • Benefits of Solving the IMU CET Sample Papers
  • IMU CET 2024 Sample Papers
  • IMU CET 2023 Sample Papers
  • IMUCET Prep Guides
  • IMU CET Exam Pattern 2026
  • IMU CET Mock Test 2026
  • FAQs related to IMU CET Sample Papers 2026
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Benefits of Solving the IMU CET Sample Papers

There are many benefits of solving the IMU CET sample papers:

  • The IMU CET sample papers are designed in the same manner as the actual exam. Hence, candidates can understand the exam pattern practically.
  • Solving the sample papers will help the candidates improve their speed and accuracy.
  • Solving the sample papers will also help the candidates manage their time. Students will get a fair idea of the time required for each section once they start solving papers. On exam day, students require effective time management to attempt a maximum number of questions accurately. There is no alternative to improve time management during exams except that one has to practice papers as much as one can.
  •  Also, the sample papers are the best way to assess IMU CET preparation levels. It helps students identify their weak areas and work on them. Moreover, it also helps candidates in categorizing questions into different levels of difficulty (easy, moderate, and tough).
  • Solving sample papers is the best way to revise the entire IMU CET syllabus. Students can also have an idea about their strengths and weaknesses. On one hand, a good understanding of topics helps boost confidence, on the other, students can complete their preparations by clarifying doubts related to weak topics.

Download previous year IMUCET question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download IMUCET previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

IMU CET 2024 Sample Papers

IMU CET MTech (for NAOE Graduates) Sample Paper 2024
IMU CET MTech (for Mechanical Engineering Graduates) Sample Paper 2024
IMU CET MTech (for Civil Engineering Graduates) Sample Paper 2024
IMU CET MTech - Marine Engineering Sample Paper 2024
IMU CET MBA Sample Paper 2024
IMU CET UG except BBA Sample Paper 2024

IMU CET 2023 Sample Papers

IMU CET 2023 Sample Paper for MTech Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
IMU CET 2023 Sample Paper for MTech Mechanical Engineering
IMU CET 2023 Sample Paper for MTech Civil Engineering
IMU CET 2023 Sample Paper for MTech Marine Engineering
IMU CET 2023 Sample Paper for MBA
IMU CET 2023 Sample Papers for UG (except BBA)

IMUCET Prep Guides

Important Chemistry Formulae for Success in Engineering Entrance Exams.pdf
Important Chemistry Formulae for Success in Engineering Entrance Exams
Important Maths Formulae for Success in Engineering Entrance Exams.pdf
Important Maths Formulae for Success in Engineering Entrance Exams
Important Physics Formula  Success in Engineering Entrance Exams..pdf
Important Physics Formula Success in Engineering Entrance Exams.
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IMU CET Exam Pattern 2026

IMU CET exam pattern for all UG courses (except BBA)

Subject

Number of Questions

Physics

50

Mathematics

50

Chemistry

20

English

40

Aptitude

40

Total

200

IMU CET exam pattern for MBA courses

Subject

Number of Questions

Logical Reasoning

30

Verbal Ability

30

Data Interpretation

30

Quantitative Ability

30

Total

120

IMU CET exam pattern for MTech courses

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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IMU CET Mock Test 2026

Indian Maritime University releases the IMU CET mock test at imu.edu.in. Candidates can access the IMU CET mock test 2026 online on the official website to understand the pattern and process of the entrance examination. No login credentials are required to attempt the mock test of IMU CET 2026. Using the online mock test, the candidates will be able to practice for IMU CET 2026 and become comfortable with the layout of the various functions on the screen.

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FAQs related to IMU CET Sample Papers 2026

Check here for additional FAQs related to IMU CET Sample Papers 2026:

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

For both UG and PG courses, the exam will consist of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

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:   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.

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:   Who conducts the IMU CET exam?
A: 

The Indian maritime university is conducts the IMU CET exam.

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.

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.

16 Institutes accepting IMUCET

Tolani Maritime Institute- TMI

Talegaon Dabhade, Pune Private

Admissions 2026

Tolani Mar
B.Tech. in Marine Engineering
  • 9.04 Lakh
  • 4 years
  • |
  • Full Time

The Neotia University

Diamond Harbour Road, Kolkata Private

Admissions 2026

The Neotia
B.Tech. in Marine Engineering
    • 14.60 Lakh
    • 4 years
    • |
    • Full Time
    B.Tech. in Marine Engineering
    • 11.00 Lakh
    • 4 years
    • |
    • Full Time
    B.Tech. in Marine Engineering
      • 4 years
      • |
      • Full Time

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