IMU Kochi Answered Questions

No, CAT is not compulsory for admission to the MBA course at IMU Kochi. Candidates with scores in IMU CET/ CAT/ MAT/ CMAT can get admission to MBA programmes. Therefore, CAT is one of the accepted entrance exams for admission to the MBA course. However, it is not compulsory. Moreover, IMU Kochi gives more preference to students who have achieved valid scores in IMU CET rather than CAT, MAT, and CMAT. 

The admission process for both IMU Kochi and VELS University is almost similar for admission to the BBA course. Firstly, candidates are required to complete their Class 12 with decent scores, and the admission process is based on merit. Moreover, at IMU Kochi, the campus also grants admission based on Class 12 scores for admission confirmation.

Currently, the counselling process has been concluded for admission to the BTech course at IMU Kochi. In this Kochi campus, candidates who qualify for IMU CET can register themselves for the counselling process after the release of the IMU CET list. The application form usually starts in the month of April/ May every academic year. For the academic batch of 2025, the last date to fill out the IMU CET application form was 2 May 2025.   

Yes, there are overhead expenses during B.Sc. in Nautical Science at IMU Kochi. The fee structure includes:
- Residential: 2,25,000/-
- Semester Fee: 25,000/-
- Total Fees for the Academic Year: 2,25,000/-
- Fee Payable per Semester: 1,00,000/- (odd semester), 1,00,000/- (even semester)

The number of lists for admission to IMU Kochi's BSc programme is based on the number of seats offered. The fourth list might not be made public if there are no seats left after the third list. After the third, additional lists may be released at the Competent Authority's discretion and based on seat availability. The lists can be made public via the current online counselling system.

The steps of application for admission to B.Sc. in Nautical Science at IMU Kochi are as follows:
Check the eligibility criteria: Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as mandatory subjects from a recognized board, with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in PCM and 50% marks in English subject in 10+2 examination.
Ensure physical fitness: Candidates must be medically fit and meet the physical standards as prescribed in the Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Rules, 2000, as amended from time-to-time.
Check the age limit: The maximum age limit for male candidates is 25 years (General), 28 years (OBC(NCL)), and 30 years (SC/ST), while for female candidates, it is 27 years (General), 30 years (OBC(NCL)), and 32 years (SC/ST).
Apply online: Candidates can apply online for the B.Sc. in Nautical Science program through the IMU Kochi website.
Pay the application fee: The application fee for the B.Sc. in Nautical Science program is as per the fee structure listed on the IMU Kochi website.
Upload required documents: Candidates must upload the required documents, including their 10+2 mark sheet, PCM certificate, and medical fitness certificate, as part of the online application process.
Appear for the entrance exam: Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be required to appear for an entrance exam, the details of which will be notified on the IMU Kochi website.
Check the admission status: After the entrance exam, candidates can check their admission status on the IMU Kochi website.
Note: The above steps are based on the information available on the IMU Kochi website and are subject to change. Candidates are advised to check the website regularly for updates on the admission process.

IMU Kochi accepts relevant scores of IMU CET/ CAT/ MAT/ CMAT, followed by a counselling process. Moreover, before appearing and securing a valid score in the entrance exam, candidates must complete their bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate from recognised universities (5% relaxation for reserved categories).Note: IMU Kochi gives more preference to the candidates with valid IMU CET ranks. 

For students in the OBC AI category seeking admission to the MBA course, the IMUCET Round 1 cutoff ranks have shown increasing cutoff ranks over three years for MBA in Port and Shipping Management specialisation. The increasing cutoff ranks indicate less competition for the course among the aspirants. For the MBA in International Transportation and Logistics Management, IMU Kochi witnessed fluctuating ranks over three years for admission among the OBC category students. Check out the table below to view the three years of IMUCET Round 1 cutoff ranks for the OBC category. Specialisations202320242025MBA in Port and Shipping Management3553823383MBA in International Transportation and Logistics Management3132812693

The number of lists for admission to IMU Kochi's MBA programme is based on the number of seats offered. The fourth list might not be made public if there are no seats left after the third list. After the third, additional lists may be released at the Competent Authority's discretion and based on seat availability. The lists can be made public via the current online counselling system.