IMU CET 2026 Exam Pattern: Check Marking Scheme, Distribution of Questions, Topics Asked

Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test 2026 ( IMUCET )

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6 Feb '26 - 28 Apr '26

Vikrant Shukla
Updated on Feb 23, 2026 09:22 IST

By Vikrant Shukla, Deputy Manager

Overview

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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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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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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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:

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:   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:   Who conducts the IMU CET exam?
A: 

The Indian maritime university is conducts the IMU CET exam.

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:   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:   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:   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

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