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B.E. / B.Tech(13 courses)
3 L - 18.6 LGet Fee Details
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Exams : MHT CETJEE Main+4 More
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Exams : IMUCET
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10+2 : 60 %
Exams : IMUCET
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Q:   Can I join IMUC directly?
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No, you cannot join IMUC directly. To qualify for admission to the university, you must pass the IMUC entrance exam. Every year in May or June, the IMUC entrance exam is held. There are two ways to take the exam: online and offline. Three areas make up the exam: chemistry, physics, and mathematics. There are a limited number of places available in each program, therefore the IMUC entrance exam is a competitive exam. When deciding who gets admitted, the IMUC admissions committee takes into account your performance in IMUC entrance exam, Your JEE Main result, How well you performed academically in high school, Your extracurricular pursuits.

Q:   Is IMUC a good option?
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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.

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

Q:   Is counselling fee refundable for BBA course at IMU Campus?
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Yes, the counselling fee is refundable for the BBA course at the IMU Chennai 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.

 
 

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4.3/5
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What students say about Indian Maritime University (Chennai Campus)
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There were a lot of companies visiting our college for placements drives like Adani, Leap International, Bruhat, Cogo Port, etc.
Based on 26 Reviews
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Many companies give importance to girl cadets, and they got placed in the starting of their final year.
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Diploma in Nautical Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by International Maritime Institute
4.6
5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Absolutely excellent college.
Placements: IMI has a dedicated placement cell to help students get jobs in the shipping and maritime industry, with many reputed national and international shipping companies visiting the campus for recruitment. The institute provides training and guidance to prepare students for interviews and exams. Students from IMI are placed in roles such as deck cadets, marine engineers, and shipping officers, and IMI maintains a strong record of successful placements every year.
Infrastructure: IMI has a modern campus with well-equipped classrooms and training labs, providing advanced simulators for aviation and engine training. The institute has a library with maritime books and digital resources, and hostel and mess facilities are available for students. Sports and recreational areas are also part of the campus infrastructure. IMI provides quality maritime education with modern infrastructure, including simulators, workshops, library, hostel, and sports facilities.
Faculty: Faculty members provide both theoretical knowledge and practical training. The curriculum is designed as per DG Shipping and international standards, focusing on classroom learning, workshops, and simulator training. The courses prepare students for careers in shipping, marine engineering, and related fields.
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BBA (Shipping and Logistics Management) - Batch of 2025
Offered by Coimbatore Marine College
4.4
5Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Good infrastructure, and worth the money you spent.
Placements: Placement cell offers internships and works with companies like Maersk, M.Sc., and Divya Shipping. Placement rates hit 89% (2022-23), with salaries ranging from INR 4.2-20 LPA. Reviews highlight consistent support, with some alleging low placement success.
Infrastructure: 10-acre campus features a unique T. S. Clarissa ship-in-campus and modern labs. Classrooms have LCD projectors, the library is well-equipped. Hostels, at 40,000 sq. ft., offer Wi-Fi, hygienic meals, and medical support. Maintenance issues are noted in reviews.
Faculty: Faculty are experienced, with industry experts like Dr. S. B. Senthil Kumar providing practical training. The three-year curriculum, affiliated with Alagappa University, emphasizes logistics and shipping with port visits. Exams follow a semester pattern, with practical assessment. Some criticize unrelated subjects like Tamil.
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Diploma in Nautical Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by International Maritime Institute
3
3Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life2Value for Money
This college is okay to survive in, but it's not a very good option.
Placements: Students in my batch were sent for their interview to one of the companies, but the company hasn't responded to them yet. The top companies like M.Sc. Fleet, Demico, Wallem come every year to pick their candidates. Almost 98% of students get selected in M.Sc. Fleet, Demico, Dockendale, Wallem, and many more as cadets.
Infrastructure: The hostel is quite well-maintained. Washrooms are cleaned every day, and cleanliness is maintained, which is quite impressive. There is a small ground for playing football, and good courts for volleyball and badminton. The mess is also quite well.
Faculty: Teachers here are all good and knowledgeable, and the teaching quality is good. Talking about semester exams, this college provides better practice and helps us prepare for the final IMU exams. 50% is the minimum marks to pass this DNS course. The academic block is quite small but fine.
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Diploma in Nautical Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by International Maritime Institute
4.4
4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Review of Diploma in Nautical Science course at IMI.
Placements: The institute is now owned by owners of Fleet Management, so placements are pretty much 100% at this point. By the end of the course, all students got placed in our batch. Some are already sponsored and some got it afterwards. Students mostly are from M.Sc and Fleet courses here.
Infrastructure: It is a small but clean and cozy hostel with good Wi-Fi and AC. Regular cleaning takes place. The only downside is the AC. It has a clean mess with good food. The market is nearby. The nearest metro is 5 minutes away (20 minutes by walk). It has pretty decent football, volleyball, and tennis grounds.
Faculty: Teachers are mostly ex-captains and some are even sailing captains who are highly knowledgeable. Exams are of decent difficulty and they teach everything as per the syllabus. The seamanship instructors or the wardens are on a bit of the other side in terms of communication but it's still manageable.
Other: Overall, it is a good choice for Maritime training. It has good food, good infrastructure, and good faculty members.
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B.Tech. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2028
Offered by International Maritime Institute
4.2
5Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
I'm satisfied with placements, average infrastructure, and fee is a little bit high too.
Placements: The placement at IMI is 100% for eligible candidates, and as the acquiring of feet parent company, the placement will be good. Currently, in the 4th year, all the cadets are placed in good companies except 2 cadets, as they are not eligible for company exams.
Infrastructure: Facilities and infrastructure are average. Classrooms and library are good. Labs are average and mess food is very good. For medical, IMI gives Tata medical card to all the cadets we can avail our medical expenses up to 4 lakhs. Game and sport facilities are average.
Faculty: Faculty members in IMI are good, I can say above average. Some professors are from the same field (like captain and chief engineer ), but some are from mechanical and another branch for workshops like subjects. Semester exams are above average as the university is IMU, so the papers are designed by them.
Other: There are no fests conducted on campus as IMI is a training academy for cadets, so they follow rules regulated by IMU.
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B.Tech. in Marine Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies
5
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
All about admission into Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies. 
Placements: Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies provides 100% placements as it has its own partnership with a ship management company. After the completion of the course, with no obligations, the candidate will be placed on a ship and need to do sailing for 6 months, for which they will get a stipend of approximately 500 dollars as a junior engineer. After completing the cadetship, students can attend further class exams for promotions.
Infrastructure: Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies is one of the best institutes in terms of infrastructure. It has an academic block, an administration block, a gymnasium, a cafeteria, a swimming pool, a lab block, workshops, a ship on campus, etc. Hostel cabins have enough space to accommodate two to three students. There is a Wi-Fi connection for each cabin. It has proper ventilation and has proper maintenance from time to time.
Faculty: Faculty members of the Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies are experienced professionals in the maritime sector. They teach cadets based on their experience and knowledge in the maritime industry. The course curriculum is managed by the Indian Maritime University, which includes all subjects regarding marine and engineering. The level of examinations conducted is as per requirements of the Indian Maritime Institute. Students have to clear all the subjects within the due course.
Other: I chose this course because it provides a different vision in life and helps to do something different from normal engineering colleges. This institute conducts fests and events on every festival and program. It also conducts extracurricular activities like swimming, sports, yoga, etc.
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Admission FAQs

Q:   Can I get admission in IMUC for B.Tech with 60% in Class 12th?
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IMUC admits B.Tech students with a class 12 GPA of 60%, hence the answer is yes. It is noteworthy, therefore, that the minimum scores required for admission to the B.Tech programs at IMUC differ based on the particular course and the candidate's level. The admission committee will take your performance on the IMUC CET entrance exam into account in addition to your Class 12th percentage. Paper 1 and Paper 2 are the two papers that make up the IMUC B.Tech admission exam. Paper 1 is meant to evaluate your understanding of mathematics, physics, and chemistry; Paper 2 is meant to evaluate your engineering and problem-solving skills. Understanding the material in its entirety, practicing answering previous year's question papers, and taking mock exams to assess your progress are all crucial components of an efficient preparation strategy for the IMUC B.Tech entrance exam. If you want to improve your preparation, you should also think about taking coaching to do well in the entrance exam.

Q:   What is the latest cutoff information for B.Tech at IMUC?
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IMUC's most recent cutoff information for B.Tech students is expected to be made public after the announcement of the IMUC CET results, which usually happens in June. The cutoff scores for Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics and Communication Engineering are projected to be approximately 179, 175, 170, and 168 for General/EWS/OBC candidates, based on past years' trends. The cutoff points for SC, ST, and PWD applicants are anticipated to be approximately 15% lower than those for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. IMUC B.Tech candidates should start preparing for the IMUC CET as soon as possible. On the IMUC website, you can easily find the syllabus for the IMUC CET in addition to a number of practice exams and past years' question papers. It's also advised to sign up for coaching sessions at a respectable institution.

Q:   Can I get B.Tech at IMUC with a 75 percentile in JEE Mains?
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Yes, if you score in the 75 percentile in the JEE Mains, you may be able to go into IMUC. The particular B.Tech program, category, results on other tests, total rank, and academic record are some of the variables that affect admission possibilities. Even though a score in the 75 percentile is typically considered competitive, entrance to the most selective programs may not be assured with this score. Practicing for more entrance examinations, keeping up a stellar academic record, showcasing extracurricular activities, crafting a good personal statement, and staying current with admission requirements are all ways to improve your chances. You can improve your chances of being admitted to IMUC by being well-prepared and using strategic application.

Q:   What is the IMU CET counselling registration process?
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Candidates who have been issued with IMU CET Rank Certificate are provided with a portal through which they can select the Programme (s) and the Campus (es) where they desire to take admission. Candidates have to register on this portal by making an online payment of INR 10,000/- towards the Counselling Fee. The Counselling Fee is nonrefundable if a seat is allotted on any campus in any programme; else INR 9000 will get refunded. The Candidate should choose multiple options in the order of their preference for:

  • Programmes (Based on fulfilment of eligibility conditions)
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Q:   How much rank is required for IMU Chennai for BTech in Marine Engineering?
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IMU Chennai accepts ranks from the Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMUCET) for BTech in Marine Engineering admission. The IMUCET Round 3 cutoff has been out. As per the data, the closing rank for BTech in Marine Engineering was 1343 for the students belonging to the General AI category.

However, with regard to the cutoff of Round 3, candidates belonging to the General AI category will have to get a rank upto 1343 or lower to be qualified for IMU Chennai admission for BTech in Marine Engineering. Please note that the cutoff ranks vary for different rounds and categories. 

 

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for admission to BTech course at IMU Chennai?
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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. 

Q:   What are the factors responsible for IMU Chennai BTech cutoff?
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While preparing a cutoff for the IMU Chennai BTech 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 Chennai BTech 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 BTech admission. 

Q:   What is the seat intake for BTech course at IMU Chennai?
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The total seat intake for the BTech course at IMU Chennai is 80. All these seats are offered in one specialisation i.e., Marine Engineering. 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. 

Q:   Does IMU Chennai offers BSc courses?
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Yes, IMU Chennai does offer a BSc course for the duration of three years. The campus only offers one specialisation in the BSc course, i.e., Nautical Science. Further, the course is divided into six semesters and offered in full-time mode. To get admission into this course, candidates must complete the basic eligibility requirement, secure valid scores in the entrance exam, and then go through a counselling process. 

Q:   What is the application fee for BSc courses at IMU Chennai Campus?
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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:

For BSc Programs:

  • INR 1000 for General /General-EWS/ OBC (NCL) candidates
  • INR 700 for SC / ST candidates

 

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Answered 2 months ago

No, Indian Maritime University Chennai does not accept CAT scores for MBA admission. IMU Chennai primarily uses the IMU CET (Common Entrance Test) for MBA admissions. Candidates seeking admission to IMU Chennai's MBA programs need to appear for and qualify in the IMU CET. Aspiring candidates must ha

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Akansha Dhyani

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Yes, IMU Chennai is considered to be a prominent option for MBA students, particularly for those interested in maritime management, port management, and logistics. The university has a good track record of placing its MBA graduates, with placement rates often exceeding 90%, according to Shiksha. IMU

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Kartik Shekhar

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Answered 2 months ago

No if you did not score a minimum of 60% in PCM in your 12th grade examination you are generally not eligible for admission to the Indian Maritime University for the Marine engineering course even if you clear your compartment exam in the same year

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Khushi Jaiswal

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Answered 2 months ago

The IMUCET category-wise cutoff for B.Sc. in Nautical Science at IMU Chennai is tabulated below. The cutoff ranks vary for different categories of students belonging to the AI quota. 

CategoryBSc in Nautical Science Round 3 Cutoff 2025 
General1628
OBC2805
SC7738
EWS4067

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Rashmi Sinha

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Answered 2 months ago

IMU Chennai IMUCET cutoff 2025 ranged between 110 and 3579 for admission across multiple UG and PG courses. This cutoff range is valid for Round 3 among the students belonging to the General AI quota. Please note that the cutoff ranks vary for different courses, specialisations, rounds, and categori

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