Discontinued (May 2022) - B.Sc. in Maritime Science 

at IMU Chennai, East Coast Road

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:

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 counseling process, an applicant is required to submit their medical certificates.

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 & 12 levels. Additionally, for the selection process, the university accepts the IMU CET exam. 

The total tuition fee for the BSc course at the IMU Chennai campus ranges from INR 7.3 lakh to INR 9.8 lakh. On the other hand, the tuition fee for a BSc at IMU Kochi Campus ranges from INR 4.4 lakh to INR 8.3 lakh. Thus, the tuition fee for the BSc course at IMU Campus Kochi is more affordable compared to IMU Chennai Campus. However, the fee is one factor that candidates consider while choosing the course. There are several other factors a candidate can consider, such as the placement package, reviews of the students, infrastructure, affiliation, etc. The fee amount mentioned is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to change. Therefore, it is indicative. 

Indian Maritime University (Chennai Campus) offers a BBA course in one specialisation, i.e., Logistics, Retailing and E-Commerce. This course opens various career opportunities in business and management aspects of maritime trade, supply chain, and online commerce. The names of some of the  job roles available after completing the course are as follows:

• Logistics Coordinator/ Executive
•  Supply Chain Analyst
• E-Commerce Operations Executive
• Export-Import Executive
• Warehouse/ Inventory Manager
• Business Development Executive, etc. 

The primary eligibility requirements for admissions to BTech courses at IMU Chennai are that candidates must complete their Class 12 from the PCM stream with at least an aggregate of 60% and 50% in English at the Class 10 & 12 levels. Additionally, the campus requires several other requirements for admission to the BTech course. Check those factors:

• Age Limit: For males—General: 25 years, OBC (NCL): 28 years, SC/ST: 30 years; For females – General: 27 years, OBC (NCL): 30 years, SC/ST: 32 years (from the commencement of the academic session).
• Medical & Vision Requirements: Candidates must be medically fit as per the Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Rules. Distance vision (unaided) must be 6/6 in the better eye and 6/9 in the other. Additionally, the applicant must produce a certificate of medical fitness issued by doctors approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai.

Moreover, for admission confirmation, the college accepts the IMU CET scores, followed by a counseling process. 

Indian Maritime University Chennai, offers a unique experience to the aspiring candidates by focusing on maritime education. IMU Chennai boasts a spacious and well-maintained campus with various sports facilities like a swimming pool, basketball, volleyball, football, and cricket grounds. The campus includes hostels, a gym, and a swimming pool, with provisions for routine health check-ups and emergencies. Compared to other maritime courses, IMU Chennai offers relatively affordable fees. 

Although both IMU Chennai and IMU Navi Mumbai are top-notch maritime institutes, they differ significantly in a few important ways. IMU Chennai boasts a more conventional campus culture, but IMU Navi Mumbai has a stronger academic reputation and placement record. Due to IMU Navi Mumbai's location in a significant port city, its students have more access to marine businesses.
In general, IMU Navi Mumbai is a superior university for learners seeking a robust curriculum and favorable career placements. A wonderful option for those seeking a more conventional campus experience is IMU Chennai. The best university for you will ultimately rely on your personal requirements and preferences that you would like to be in.

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.