IMU CET (Merchant Navy) Syllabus 2026

The Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMU CET) is the gateway to a career in the Merchant Navy, specifically for courses like B.Sc. Nautical Science and B.Tech. Marine Engineering. Qualified candidates can secure admission in prestigious campuses like IMU Kolkata and other DGS-approved maritime institutes across India. The 3-hour computer-based exam comprises 200 questions across Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English, and General Aptitude. Negative marking of 0.25 makes accuracy vital. Preparation generally takes six to nine months. Use our interactive checklist to track your preparation across all sections, including specialized mechanical reasoning concepts, to ensure your readiness for sea-service entry. Joining the merchant navy offers some of the most rewarding and adventure-filled [careers after 12th for (wb students)](https://project12.in/courses/merchant-navy/) who have completed their schooling with physics, chemistry, and mathematics.

Detailed topic-wise syllabus