What is the IMU CET application fee?

Application Fee: INR 700 for SC/ST candidates and INR 1000 for General, EWS, and OBC-NCL candidates. The fee is non-refundable.

What are the documents to apply for IMU CET?

Following documents are required during registration: Passport size photograph and scanned Signature of student 10th and 12th Standard Mark Sheet (wherever applicable) UG Degree Mark Sheet / Certificate (wherever applicable). Category Certificate in respect of SC / ST / OBC (NCL) candidates. Economically Weaker Section Certificate in respect of General EWS Candidates. NCC Certificate (if applicable) Special State / Nativity Certificate (if applicable) MEO-I / COC Certificate (Applicable for M.Tech candidates who are Seafarers).

What are the steps to apply for IMU CET?

Students must follow below instructions to apply - Visit official website Enter Basic details by adding Personal information, Qualification etc. Upload scanned photograph (jpg/jpeg), signature (jpg/jpeg), and documents (pdf/jpg/jpeg). Pay online application fee

When will IMU CET exam application form be out?

The dates of IMU CET application and registration for 2026 session will start soon. For application form dates for 2026 session we will update on the Shiksha.com.

Does IMU CET release mock tests?

Yes IMU CET releases the mock tests on its official website. The mock tests are released so that candidates can properly prepare for the exa without any fuss.

Are there any scholarships in the IMU CET exam?

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

When will the IMU CET admit card be released?

The IMU CET admit card dates are not out yet, it will be found on IMU CET official website or shiksha.com. We will update candidates whenever the dates are released.

How are mock tests in IMU CET exam preparations?

The IMU CET Mock tests are very helpful for IMU CET preparation. They help you get used to the exam pattern, difficulty level and time management. Additionally, mock tests show you areas that need improvement.

Who can apply for the IMU CET form?

Anyone who is minimum 17 years of age and have obtained 10+2/equivalent PCM Average with minimum 60% and minimum of 50% marks in English subject in 10th or 12th Examination) can apply for UG course. For PG course anyone with BSc / BTech degree in Mechanical, Civil, Naval can apply for various programme offered under PG courses.

What is the age limit for the IMU CET exam?

Age criteria – For Btech, BSc, BBA and DNS Minimum age: 17years 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. No age criteria for Mtech, MBA and M.Sc program For the PG graduate Diploma course in Marine Engineering - Maximum age: Male : For General-28 years OBC (NCL)-31 years SC/ST-33 years. Female : For General-30 years OBC (NCL)-33 years SC/ST-35 years

Who can apply for the IMU CET form?

UG Courses - Candidates must be at least 17 years old and have completed 10+2/equivalent with a minimum 60% average in PCM and at least 50% marks in English in Class 10 or 12. PG Courses - Candidates with a B.Sc. or B.Tech. degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Naval disciplines are eligible to apply for PG programs.

Is there any reservation in the IMU CET exam?

Yes, SC/ST candidates get concessions in registration fees, and age relaxation is provided for OBC and SC/ST categories students. Reservations include 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC (non-creamy layer), and 10% for General-EWS. IMU also has a special state reservation scheme For NCC cadet students, they can get mark concessions: 5% for the 'C' certificate, 3% for the 'B' certificate, and 2% for the 'A' certificate

What is the age limit for the IMU CET exam?

As per IMUCET eligibility criteria, the age limit for students applying for B.Tech, B.Sc, B.B.A and DNS courses is below - Minimum age: 17 years 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. No age limit for students from M.tech, M.B.A. and M.Sc program For PG graduate Diploma course in Marine Engineering - Maximum age : Male : For General-28 years OBC (NCL)-31 years SC/ST-33 years. Female : For General-30 years OBC (NCL)-33 years SC/ST-35 years

Is the paper pattern of IMU CET similar to JEE Main?

No, the paper pattern of IMU CET is not similr to the JEE Main exam.

What is the difficulty level of the IMU CET exam?

The difficulty level of the exam is of moderate level. Candidates who have studied properly during their 10 to 12, will be able to easily crack the exam.

What is the IMU CET admission process?

To apply for UG (BTech, BSc, BBA and DNS) and PG (MTech, Msc, MBA) programs at IMU campuses or affiliated institutes, as well as DGS-approved pre-sea courses at Maritime Training Institutes, candidates must register. Candidates who qualify for IMU CET will receive a Rank Certificate. Admission to IMU campuses is based on CET ranks.

What is the IMU CET admission process?

To apply for UG BTech programme at IMU campuses or affiliated institutes, as well as DGS-approved pre-sea courses at Maritime Training Institutes, candidates must register. Candidates who qualify for IMU CET will receive a Rank Certificate. Admission to IMU campuses is based on CET ranks.

What are stages in IMU CET exam?

There are three stages: the registration process, the IMU Common Entrance Test, and the online counselling process. After getting the Rank Certificate, candidates must apply for online counselling to seek admission to IMU campuses. For the Affiliated Institutes and other Maritime Training Institutes, they need to apply directly to the respective institutes using their IMU CET Rank Certificate.

IMU CET Application Form 2026: Registration Link (Soon), How to Apply, Application Fees, Documents Needed

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This exam is conducted for courses given below:

B.E. / B.Tech B.Sc M.Tech MBA Diploma

Updated on Jan 5, 2026 13:28 IST

By Vikrant Shukla, Deputy Manager

IMU CET Application Form 2026: The exam conducting body, Indian Maritime University (IMU), will release the IMU CET 2026 application form at imu.edu.in. Candidates will be able to access the IMUCET registration link on this page as and when it is released. The application form of IMU CET 2026 will be available in online mode only. Candidates will be able to apply for IMU CET 2026 for admission to BSc, BTech, UG Diploma, MTech, MBA, and PhD courses offered at IMU campuses and IMU affiliated colleges.

The IMU CET registration process includes filling out personal details, academic details, uploading scanned document and application fee payment via online mode. The registered candidates will be issued IMU CET 2026 admit card to appear for the exam. Candidates can check here all the details of the application form, like how to apply, eligibility, fees, documents needed, and more.

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