Welcome to Part 3 of Our Ultimate Guide to Competitive Exams 2026-27!
At SkilledB Academy | NEET JEE Foundation, Madurai, Tamil Nadu, we are committed to helping students discover rewarding career opportunities beyond traditional engineering and medical fields.
In this edition, we explore the Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMU CET), one of India’s leading entrance examinations for students aspiring to build successful careers in the Merchant Navy, Marine Engineering, Shipping, Logistics, and Port Management.
If your dream is to work across the world’s oceans, earn an attractive salary, and build an international career, IMU CET could be the perfect pathway.
Chapter 3: Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMU CET)
What is IMU CET?
The Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMU CET) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the Indian Maritime University (IMU) for admission into various undergraduate and postgraduate maritime programs.
The examination provides access to specialized courses in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Shipping, Logistics, Port Management, and Maritime Business, preparing students for careers in India’s growing maritime industry.
Why Choose a Maritime Career?
- Excellent international career opportunities.
- Work onboard international merchant ships.
- High starting salary packages.
- Opportunity to travel around the world.
- Tax benefits for eligible seafarers.
- Strong demand for qualified maritime professionals.
- Excellent career progression from junior officer to Captain or Chief Engineer.
- Exposure to advanced marine technologies.
Programs Offered Through IMU CET
Undergraduate Programs
B.Tech Marine Engineering (4 Years)
- Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
- Minimum 60% in PCM
- Age: 17–25 Years
- Career: Marine Engineer
B.Sc Nautical Science (3 Years)
- Eligibility: Class 12 with PCM
- Minimum 60% in PCM
- Career: Deck Officer / Captain
BBA Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Class 12 in any stream
- Minimum 50% Marks
- Career: Logistics Manager
BBA Port & Shipping Management
- Class 12 in any stream
- Minimum 50% Marks
- Career: Port Operations Manager
B.Sc Shipping & Logistics Management
- Class 12 in any stream
- Minimum 50% Marks
- Career: Shipping Executive
Postgraduate Programs
- MBA Port & Shipping Management
- MBA Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- M.Tech Marine Engineering
- M.Sc Maritime Economics & Logistics
IMU CET Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Indian Citizen
- OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) Card Holders
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 17 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- Age relaxation available as