About Indian Maritime University
Indian Maritime University (IMU), established in 2008 under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, is India’s central hub for maritime education, training, and research. Headquartered in Chennai, IMU operates through six campuses across Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai Port, Navi Mumbai, and Visakhapatnam. The University offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and research programmes in nautical science, marine engineering, and maritime management. Through its campuses and affiliated maritime institutes, IMU aims to develop skilled professionals for the shipping, port, and logistics sectors. With industry-aligned curriculum and modern training facilities, IMU plays a key role in strengthening Indias maritime capabilities and supporting the nation’s growing blue economy.
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Key facts and institutional overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Indian Maritime University |
| Established | Institute Type | 2008 |
| Approved By | Government of India; central university under Indian Maritime University Act, 2008 |
| NIRF Rank | () |
| Entrance Exam | IMU-CET for applicable programmes; programme-specific exceptions apply |
| Popular Courses | Nautical science, marine engineering, maritime management, naval architecture, ocean engineering and port/shipping management |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Admission Criteria | Eligibility and selection vary by programme; maritime medical/fitness standards apply to relevant courses |
| Official Website | https://www.imu.edu.in/ |
| Address | East Coast Road, Semmencherry, Sholinganallur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119 |
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