West Bengal

No, you can not get direct admission to IMU Kolkata. However, you have to clear with a decent rank in IMUCET exam held every year to get admission in Bachelor of Technology in Marine Engineering in IMU Kolkata. You also get a chance to join as a lateral entry in this course after clearing the IMUCET exam.

The life at IMU KOLKATA is a fun, as where you learn a lot of things, like to be disciplined,   wake up early, maintain your fitness,   strength, play sports, learn camaraderie among your batchmates, rush quickly to classes, have fun times with friends, prepare for exams, be part of cultural programmes and fests and  many other things. You will have your own time also to learn new things and enjoy the campus life with your batchmates.

The oldest and most prestigious Institute in South Asia in the field of Marine Engineering. The campus life is great fun, where you learn camaraderie among your batchmates and discipline of the highest order.It's former name were Directorate of Marine Engineering and Training kolkata and Marine Engineering and Research Institute Kolkata. The alumni are supportive and are among the heads of most of the shipping companies and contributed towards the shipping industry.

Yes, JIS University has a placement cell that ensures placement assistance to every student. It is also responsible for conducting on-campus placement drives and organizes a wide range of activities such as industry visits, live projects, workshops, guest lectures and seminars.

As per the latest, the highest package offered during the 2025 placement drive of the JIS University stood at INR 23.50 LPA. The same is tabulated below:

Both Kalyani University and Thapar University are good universities, but Thapar University is better overall. Thapar University has a better NIRF ranking, more faculty members and higher average placement. If you are looking for a good university with a strong academic reputation and good placement opportunities, Thapar University is a better choice. However, if you are looking for a more affordable option, Kalyani University may be a better fit. Ultimately, the best university for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences.