Indian Maritime University Chennai (IMU Chennai) (B.Sc)
Indian Maritime University Chennai (IMU Chennai) (B.Sc)
- Post Graduate program
- Research Program
About Indian Maritime University Chennai (IMU Chennai)
The Indian Maritime University (IMU) Chennai Campus, earlier known as the National Maritime Academy, is situated on a 20-acre beachfront campus near Chennai, one of India’s major metropolitan cities. A scenic drive along the East Coast Road leads to this well-planned campus, surrounded by greenery and open coastal views.
The campus includes academic buildings, hostels, staff residences, and recreational facilities, providing a complete learning environment for students. Established in 1985 with technical support from UNDP/UNCTAD, the institute has been delivering maritime education aligned with global standards for decades. IMU Chennai is also ISO 9001:2015 certified and equipped with modern infrastructure for training both marine and port professionals.
Why TS Chanakya
Placement opportunities at IMU Chennai have shown strong improvement in recent years. A large number of second- and third-year cadets have secured placements with reputed shipping companies such as Maersk, Chevron, Zodiac, Stena, TORM Tankers, OSM Thome, CMA-CGM, Synergy, Fleet Management, and others. Several additional companies continue to visit the campus for recruitment.
B.Sc. Nautical Science – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants must have completed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM), securing at least 60% overall in PCM. A minimum of 50% marks in English is required in either Class 10 or Class 12.
Age Requirement
Minimum age: 17 years
Maximum age:
Male: General – 25 years, OBC (NCL) – 28 years, SC/ST – 30 years
Female: General – 27 years, OBC (NCL) – 30 years, SC/ST – 32 years
Age will be calculated as on 1 August 2024.
Relaxation Policy
SC/ST candidates are eligible for a 5% relaxation in PCM marks (not applicable to English).
A 5% relaxation in English marks is applicable to eligible Scheduled Tribe candidates from Lakshadweep and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Medical & Eye Sight Standards
Candidates must meet prescribed maritime medical standards. Vision should be healthy with normal color perception, proper eye movement, and good binocular vision.
Distance vision (unaided):
Better eye – 6/6
Other eye – 6/9
Marital Status
Only unmarried candidates are eligible to apply.
Here’s a clean and clear presentation of the:
Fee Structure (As per IMU Brochure 2024–25) – Revised
| PARTICULARS | GROSS FEES (INR) |
|---|---|
| Admission & Orientation Fee | 31,000 |
| 1st Year Fees | 2,46,000 |
| 2nd Year Fees | 2,76,000 |
| 3rd Year Fees | 2,76,000 |
| Grand Total | 8,29,000 |
How to Apply
Admission to the program is offered through the IMU Common Entrance Test (IMU-CET). Candidates must secure a competitive rank in the examination to be eligible for the counselling process.
Online Counselling Process
Phase 1 – Registration & Choice Filling
Eligible candidates are required to register on the official IMU-CET counselling portal and complete the application process for Indian Maritime University, Chennai Campus. During this stage, candidates must select their preferred programs and campuses.
Phase 2 – Seat Allotment
Seat allocation is carried out based on the candidate’s IMU-CET rank, category, and seat availability. Allotments are made from the choices submitted during counselling.
Once a seat is offered, candidates must confirm their admission by paying a programme fee of ₹15,000 within the stipulated time. Please note that this fee is non-refundable and is required to secure the allotted seat.
