IMU Kochi Answered Questions

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. 

IMU Kochi campus offers two specialisations in the MBA course, namely International Transportation & Logistics Management and Port & Shipping Management. The admission process for both of the MBA specialisations are almost the same, in which candidates are required to complete their graduation with an aggregate of 50%. Additionally, for the admission process, an applicant must secure a valid score in IMU CET/ CAT/ MAT/ CMAT. 

While preparing a cutoff for the IMU Kochi MBA  course, the authorities will consider examination and admission-related factors. The listed factors will be checked and considered by the authorities while determining the cutoff of  IMU Kochi MBA previous years' cutoff trends, the difficulty level of the exam, the total number of qualified candidates, the total number of candidates applying for a specific course or college, the number of seats available for admission, etc. After checking all of these factors, the authorities will prepare the cutoff for MBA admission.   

The eligibility criteria for admission to IMU Kochi for B.Sc. in Nautical Science are:
- Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as mandatory subjects from a recognized board.
- Minimum Marks: 60% aggregate marks in PCM and 50% marks in English subject in 10+2 examination.
- Age Limit: Maximum age for Male: General-25 years, OBC(NCL)-28 years, SC/ST-30 years. For Female: General-27 years, OBC(NCL)-30 years, SC/ST-32 years.
- Physical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit and meet the physical standards as prescribed in the Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Rules, 2000.

According to the information available on the recent prospectus of IMU Kochi, the date of commencement of online registration of applications for the BBA course was started on March 1, 2025. Currently, the admissions for the BBA course have been closed. Moreover, the classes for the BBA course are going to start on August 1, 2025.  

Yes, IMU Kochi does provide scholarships to its MBA students. Mainly, the scholarships are provided to the students who qualify for the centre/ state-based scholarships. Additionally, the campus offers scholarships to the Indian women seafarers. Candidates can apply for these scholarships through the official website of IMU and NSP (National Scholarship Portal).  

The selection process for BBA courses at Indian Maritime University (Kochi Campus) involves certain stages. Firstly, candidates are required to qualify for the minimum eligibility criteria assigned by the university. Further, candidates must secure a valid score in Class 12. Further, the campus conducts a counseling process for admission confirmation. A candidates who qualify for all these stages get selected for the BBA course at IMU Kochi.  

The total fee for a BBA course at IMU Kochi might include different parameters, such as tuition fee, admission fee, application fee, etc. The total tuition fee for a BBA is INR 3.1 lakh. The fee amount mentioned is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to change. Therefore, it is indicative.  

Yes, the counselling fee is refundable for the MBA course at the IMU Kochi campus. Candidates whose names have not been published in any of IMU's admission lists will be entitled to a refund after the deduction of 10% of the counselling fee. The amount will be refunded to the account from which the payment is made.