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IMU Chennai Admission Process 2025

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On Admissions
Q:   What is the IMU CET counselling registration process?
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Candidates who have been issued with IMU CET Rank Certificate are provided with a portal through which they can select the Programme (s) and the Campus (es) where they desire to take admission. Candidates have to register on this portal by making an online payment of INR 10,000/- towards the Counselling Fee. The Counselling Fee is nonrefundable if a seat is allotted on any campus in any programme; else INR 9000 will get refunded. The Candidate should choose multiple options in the order of their preference for:

  • Programmes (Based on fulfilment of eligibility conditions)
  • IMU Campuses

IMU Chennai BTech Admission 2025

13 courses 3 - 4 years
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  • 10+2 with 45% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: MHT CET, JEE Main, IMUCET, CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th
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Q:   What is the selection process for B.Tech and what is the minimum JEE score required?
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The admissions process for the B.Tech programs at Indian Maritime University (IMU) is clearly established. IMUC CET, JEE Main, or LEET are the application methods available to candidates. Those who make the shortlist will be invited for counseling, where they can select the IMU campus and B.Tech programme of their choice, based on their exam results. The minimum JEE score required for a B.Tech at IMUC varies based on the candidate's category; it is generally 80% for General Category, 75% for OBC, 65% for SC, 60% for ST, and 75% for EWS.  The cut-off marks can vary every year so the candidates should frequently visit and check for the JEE score for admission every year.

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IMU Chennai Application Process 2025

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Q:   How many subjects can a candidate choose in CUET UG while filling the application form?
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The numbers for choosing CUET subjects are five out of the 37 options available. 

Refer to the table below for more details on CUET subject choices.

Section 1A (13 languages) Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Gujarati, Odia, Bengali, Assamese, Punjabi, English, Hindi, and Urdu.
Section 2- (23 domain-specific subjects) Accountancy/ Book Keeping,  Biology/ Biological Studies/ Biotechnology/Biochemistry,  Business Studies,  Chemistry,  Computer Science/ Informatics Practices,  Economics/ Business Economics, Geography/Geology,  History,  Home Science,  Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India,  Environmental Science,  Mathematics,  Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga,  Physics,  Political Science,  Psychology,  Sociology,  Agriculture,  Mass Media/ Mass Communication,  Anthropology,  Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts,  Performing Arts – (i) Dance (Kathak/ Bharatnatyam/ Oddisi/ Kathakali/Kuchipudi/ Manipuri (ii) Drama- Theatre (iii) Music General (Hindustani/ Carnatic/ Rabindra Sangeet/ Percussion/ Non-Percussion),  Sanskrit [For all Shastri (Shastri 3 years/ 4 years Honours), and Tourism
Section 3General Test

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4.3/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements4.3
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.3
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.4
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.2
Money Review IconValue for Money4.4
What students say about Indian Maritime University (Chennai Campus)
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Top recruiting companies are CMA CGA, DP World, Cogoport, and Kuehne+Nagel.
Based on 26 Reviews
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Many companies give importance to girl cadets, and they got placed in the starting of their final year.
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B.Sc. in Nautical Science - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT)
5.0
5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
It is an excellent college with great facilities and infrastructure.
Placements: 80% are placed in my course. The highest package offered is $750, the lowest package is $350, and the average package is $500. Top recruiting companies are Zodiac, MOL, Vridhi, Ozellar, and Genco. Captain is the top role offered in my course. 80% of students got internships from my college.
Infrastructure: AC classrooms, cricket turf, football turf, V.R room, seamanship lab, MEK lab, AMW lab, ship on campus, library, hostel rooms with attached bathroom, canteen are available. A room with an attached bathroom, dispensary, and ambulance facility is available. Galley food is nutritious and overall good.
Faculty: Captain, chief officer, chief engineer and other level experienced officers teach and share their knowledge with us. They are helping and very supportive. College rules and regulations shape us by making time punctual and following the instructions given, and time-to-time fire drills and regular muster are being conducted. The level of examination is moderate.
Other: I chose it because it was a childhood dream to join the merchant Navy. Ganapati puja, Diwali, Holi, Onam, and all other festivals are celebrated.
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Nandhakishor R Verified Icon
B.Sc. in Nautical Science - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT)
5.0
5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
Excellent infrastructure, smart classrooms, VR labs, clean hostels, good food, and great faculty.
Placements: 80% of the students got placed in our course. The highest package is 750 USD, the lowest package is 350 USD, and the average package is 500 USD. Molmi, Molta, Zodiac, Synergy, and Vridhi are the top recruiting companies for our course. 80% of the students get internships in the above-mentioned companies. The top roles offered by this course are Captain/Master of a Merchant ship.
Infrastructure: Air-conditioned smart classroom, VR lab, ship in campus ( SIC), Seamanship lab, library, MEK lab are available in the college. Hostel rooms are very tidy, along with attached bathrooms, and the quality of the mess food is above average, provided with a dispensary, canteen, and sports arena ( football turf, basketball court, pickleball court, volleyball court, cricket ground).
Faculty: Teachers are really helpful when it comes to academics and other things, also, they're well qualified in the marine field. Teaching quality is amazing. Semester examination difficulty is moderate, and the examination is conducted by IMU ( Indian Maritime University). The pass percentage for examination is 50%.
Other: I chose this course because I was inspired by a friend of a relative. Best thing about this course is that everything you learn is new. More practical classes and more VR ( virtual reality) labs could do more in learning and teaching rather than theoretical classes. They celebrate every cultural festival and conduct college events to promote curricular activities, participate in inter-college festivals (e.g., Navagati, Nautica ), and the campus surroundings are pretty environmentally friendly.
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B.Tech. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by Coimbatore Marine College
3.2
3.0Placements3.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money
The mess food and accommodation totally disappointed us.
Placements: Probably 50 percent of cadets got placed. But the rest of students did not get placed. The college provides only 100 percent placement assistance. I suggest students do not believe blindly in the receptionist, as they are doing a scam. They should check twice. Only 3-5 companies attend the college for placements.
Infrastructure: The hostel has the worst infrastructure. Classrooms are not high-tech. Wi-Fi is not available. Food is good, but it does not provide variety. Sometimes, it might be the worst. The swimming pool facilities are too bad. A physical instructor is the worst. A bad sewage water plant is fitted in the college. Engine room facilities are provided for cadets. The atmosphere of the college is good.
Faculty: Staff and faculty members are good. Education-wise, it is good. Semester exams are tough to clear. Faculty members won't help with the semester exams. The pass percentage is above 70 percent.
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B.Sc. in Nautical Science - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT)
5.0
5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
Fully satisfied with HIMT.
Placements: 80% of students are placed in my course. The highest package is $750, the lowest is $350, and the average is $500. The top recruiting companies are Molmi, Molta, Genco, Vridhi, and Ozellar. 80% students got internships from my course in Molmi, Molta, Genco, Ozellar, and Vridhi. The captain's role is offered.
Infrastructure: Turf, basketball court, cricket court, volleyball court, gym, and indoor sports games are available in the college. Wi-Fi, VR labs, a ship on campus, AC classrooms, and a library are provided. Good rooms with attached bathrooms, fans, etc., are provided. Overall, food quality is good. 24/7 medical support is available. Excellent facilities for both indoor and outdoor games are provided.
Faculty: Teachers are helpful in all kinds of situations, helping with studies or any other matters. They are well supportive captains, they are well qualified and knowledgeable. The course curriculum is relevant and provides a good foundation in the maritime industry. Difficulties in the exam are moderate, and the pass percentage is 50%.
Other: I chose this course because it was a childhood dream to join the merchant navy. Events, fest, connectivity, and campus surroundings are well-maintained and well supportive for extracurricular activities.
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B.Sc. in Nautical Science - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT)
5.0
5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
I'm satisfied with our faculty members, college infrastructure, placements, campus, etc.
Placements: 80% students are placed in our batch. The highest package would be $ 750, and the lowest would be $350. The recruiting companies are Molmi, Molta, Zodiac, Ozellar, Genco Synergy, and Vridhi. Around 80% students get internships in the above companies. The top role offered is captain/master. It will take a minimum of 8 years.
Infrastructure: College has air-conditioned classrooms, smart boards, a library, VR labs, etc. Hostel rooms are good, good food, good medical facilities, sports grounds, turf, cricket ground, basketball court, badminton court, and swimming pool are all available. 24/7 medical support is provided. The canteen is good, providing good food with excellent taste.
Faculty: The teaching qualities are really good, and the faculty is also good. Smart classrooms are the highlight, and free Wi-Fi. The course curriculum is relevant. Difficulties in exams are moderate. The pass percentage is 50%. Our college provides proper training, discipline, and practical knowledge for us.
Other: It offers a combination of adventure, personal growth, & professional growth.
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B.Sc. in Nautical Science - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT)
5.0
5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
Fully satisfied with college because of the good faculty members & good placement records in 2026.
Placements: I'm from B.Sc. 12th batch from HIMT College (2023-2026). Around 80% of our batch is being placed, and the rest will be placed soon. The highest package is $750, the lowest is $350, and the average is $500. MOL, Zodiac, Ozellar, Genco, Vridhi Maritime recruit. Percentage of students who got internships from the course is 80%. The top role offered in this field is Captain.
Infrastructure: HIMT is having world-class infrastructures like a ship on campus, VR labs, AC classrooms, sports complex, which includes football and cricket turf, basketball court, volleyball court, pickleball court, MEK labs, AMW lab, SS lab, library, etc. The quality of the hostel is very good and has attached bathrooms, a study table, sufficient light and space. The quality of the food is good. It is very good compared to other colleges in the galley and canteen. We are having a 24/7 medical dispensary with a doctor, nurse and ambulance in case of emergency.
Faculty: Faculty members are excellent, helpful, qualified and knowledgeable. They are all able to make us understand and clear our doubts. The course curriculum is relevant and provides a good foundation for the maritime industry. The semester exams are not that difficult. The pass mark is 35 out of 70.
Other: I chose this field to become financially stable at a younger age. The best things about my course are the practical exposure, discipline, and training. One thing that can be improved is increasing practical and onboard training opportunities so students can gain better real-time industry exposure. The college conducts many intra-college competitions and other extracurricular activities and marine competitions, which help students to improve their teamwork and leadership qualities.
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IMU Chennai Admission 2025 FAQs

Q:   Is IMUC a good option?
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In order to pursue a profession in the maritime industry, students should choose IMUC. Modern facilities, good placement record, and great academic reputation are all attributes of the university. Programs in marine studies, including marine engineering, nautical science, and maritime administration, are widely available at the undergraduate and graduate levels through IMUC. The programme is applicable to the maritime sector, and the instructors are knowledgeable and competent. Through internships and apprenticeships, students at IMUC can obtain practical experience in the workplace thanks to its numerous ties with maritime companies. Students at IMUC have a very good placement history. Leading marine enterprises worldwide place a large number of pupils in well-paying positions.

Q:   Which entrance exam scores are accepted by IMUC for admission?
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Scores from a variety of entrance tests are accepted by the Indian Maritime University (IMU) for admission to its undergraduate and graduate programs. These include IMUC CET, JEE Main, LEET, and IMU-PGCET for undergraduate degrees. These include GATE and IMU-PGCAT for postgraduate degrees. IMUC may take into account extracurricular activities, employment history, and academic standing in addition to entrance exam results. It is recommended that applicants visit the IMU website to get up-to-date details on approved entrance examinations and prerequisites. IMUC is a public university in India that provides instruction and training in marine subjects. The Indian government's Ministry of Shipping founded the university in 2008. Six constituent institutions of IMU are dispersed throughout India. The university provides marine studies undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate programs.

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Answered 12 months ago

The total seat intake for the BSc course at IMU Chennai is 120. All these seats are offered in one specialisation i.e., Nautical Science. To get a seat in this programme, canddiates  must complete their Class 12 from the PCM stream with at least an aggregate of 60% and 50% in English at the Class 10

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Answered 12 months ago

The number of lists for admission to IMU Chennai's BSc programme is based on the number of seats offered. The third list might not be made public if there are no seats left after the second list. After the third, additional lists may be released at the Competent Authority's discretion and based on s

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Krishnendu Kumar

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Answered 12 months ago

Yes, a medical certificate is compulsory to get admission into BSc courses at IMU Chennai, Indian Maritime University (IMUC). A physical fitness certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner is required to be submitted at the time of admission, when you get selected. Moreover, in the couns

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Indrani Kumar

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Answered 12 months ago

The application fee for BSc courses at the IMU Chennai campus and the fees for registration for the IMU CET entrance exam are the same. The application fee for different categories is mentioned  below:

For BSc Programs:

  • INR 1000 for General /General-EWS/ OBC (NCL) candidates
  • INR 700 for SC / ST candida

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Rachit Kumar

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Answered 12 months ago

The eligibility criteria and admission process for the BSc course at both institutes—IMU Navi Mumbai and IMU Chennai campus—are almost similar, in which candidates are required to complete their Class 12 with an aggregate of 60%. Additionally, for the selection process, the campuses accept relevant

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