IMUCET Exam Syllabus and pattern
Last updated on May 27th, 2023 at 06:50 am
The Indian Maritime University Common Entrance Test (IMU CET) is the gateway for students who want to pursue a career in the merchant navy. The exam is conducted once a year or it may be twice and is taken by thousands of students across India. In this blog, we will discuss the IMUCET Exam syllabus, pattern, and important tips and tricks to clear IMUCET with a good rank. We will also address the most important question: Is All India Rank 1 in IMUCET enough to be successful in the Merchant Navy?
Tips and Tricks to Crack IMUCET

To crack IMUCET, one needs to have a well-planned strategy. Here are some tips and tricks to crack IMUCET:
Don’t underestimate the aptitude
The aptitude section of IMUCET is often overlooked by students. However, 40 questions out of 200 will surely come from aptitude. These questions are very scoring, so don’t leave them. You can learn from websites like Indiabix or watch youtube videos to improve your aptitude skills.
Maths & Physics – Maximum attention
50 questions come from maths and physics each and can pull down your rank. So, maximum attention should be given to these subjects. You should not leave these 100 questions because if you leave them, your rank won’t rise.
Chemistry, English, and GK are scoring
These sections are relatively easy and can be scored well if you have prepared well. It is either you know it or do not know it. So, it is scoring, and you must not leave these sections.
Attempt your strongest subjects first
This is very important. You should attempt your strongest subjects first. This will help you gain confidence and save time. You should also pay attention to time management and not get stuck on difficult questions.
Pattern of IMUCET

The IMUCET exam has 200 questions to be done in 180 minutes. The exam is of average difficulty level and consists of Physics, Chemistry, Maths, English, GK, and Aptitude sections. Physics and Maths come for about 50 marks each, English comes for 40 marks, Chemistry comes for 20 marks, and GK and Aptitude come for 40 marks.
Physics, Maths, and Chemistry come only from NCERT or State Board Level or ICSE level, or CBSE level. Your basic concepts should be clear. For English, you can take the NDA question paper to understand what kind of questions come. For general aptitude, you can refer to the indiabix website, and for GK, you can read newspapers or current affairs.
To perform well in the IMUCET exam, it’s essential to have a good understanding of the exam structure and the user interface used. You can visit jmdiacademy.com to access their mock test series, which closely simulates the IMUCET platform.
This will give you an idea of the exam environment and help you prepare accordingly. Through the mock test series, you can also learn time management, effective exam-taking strategies, and common mistakes to avoid. Ultimately, becoming familiar with the exam environment and understanding the question format can improve your chances of achieving a good rank in IMUCET.
Is IMUCET All India Rank 1 Enough to be Successful in the Merchant Navy?

This is the most important question that needs to be addressed. Getting All India to Rank 1 in IMUCET is undoubtedly a great achievement. However, it does not guarantee success in the merchant navy. Here are some scenarios that will help you understand this better:
No DNS sponsorship
If you score All India Rank 1 in IMUCET but do not have DNS sponsorship, it is a bad situation. You may have wanted to do DNS, but now you have no sponsorship. You may be thinking about what to do next, and this can be very frustrating.
Sponsorship from a low-ranked company
If you have All India Rank 1 but only have sponsorship from a low-ranked company, it is also a bad situation. You do not have the sponsorship of TORM/SYNERGY/ANGLO EASTERN, which are some of the best companies in the merchant navy.
No placement after joining a college
If you plan to do BSc in Nautical Science or B. Tech Marine Engineering but you join a college with very less placement which is really bad that is why having the right information is very important because I know one such case where an all-India ranked 1 in IMUCET got rejected because he had a very bad interview. He could not join the shipping company that he wanted.
To achieve success in your career in the merchant navy, it’s essential to maintain a laser-like focus on your goals. Concentrate your efforts on preparing for IMU-CET, securing a place in a reputable college, and obtaining sponsorship for DNS.
Remember, to achieve a good rank in IMUCET and secure a position in a top shipping company, you must not overlook interview preparation. So, make sure to invest ample time and effort into honing your interview skills. By staying focused and committed to your goals, you can pave the way for a successful career in the merchant navy.
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This was really helpful.
Got to learn a lot from this, but I just wanted to ask that if I did my BTech in Marine Engineering from Tolani Institute will this help to get a good placement promising that I will put all of my efforts for the examination and all. Will this be good?
Hello Krishna Singh
Yes it is a good college.
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I am from biology stream in 12th class now then how I will prepare myself for the IMU CET
Hi Prince
You not are not eligible for attend IMUCET exam. If you will repeat 12th with pcm and get more than 60% in pcm and in english more than 50% then you will be eligible.
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