Indian Maritime University (IMU), Kolkata is a government autonomous university recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), India. IMU, Kolkata was instituted as a central university in November 2008 with the passing of an Act (22) of Parliament. IMU, Kolkata aims to develop trained human resources in the maritime sector and comprises two constituent institutes- the Marine Engineering and Research Institute (MERI) and the Indian Institute of Port Management (IIPM).
Indian Maritime University, Kolkata is situated on Taratala Road, Kolkata, West Bengal. The IMU, Kolkata campus houses spacious classrooms with air-conditioning facilities, a well-stocked library, state-of-the-art computer laboratories, an auditorium with a seating capacity of 1000 people, and model-making workshops. The campus is also equipped with first aid facilities and a medical centre and accommodates facilities for a variety of indoor and outdoor sports. IMU has a residential campus with hostels for boys and girls with study rooms, messes, and T.V. rooms.
IMU Kolkata offers three academic programmes: B.Tech in Marine Engineering, M.Tech in Marine Engineering and Management, and MBA in International Transportation and Logistics Management. Admissions into these programmes are conducted through a university-conducted Common Entrance Test (IMU-CET). Applicants are required to present a certificate of medical fitness awarded by a doctor approved by the Director General of Shipping. In addition to these programmes, MERI, Kolkata also offers STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) and MEO (Marine Engineer Officer) class-I preparatory courses. Founded to meet India’s rising demand for maritime engineers, IMU, Kolkata boasts a highly skilled and qualified faculty epitomising dedication, discipline, and integrity in the maritime profession.
IMU, Kolkata organises placements that are attended by internationally renowned shipping companies conducting campus interviews for cadets seeking direct employment. Some of the prominent shipping companies conducting campus interviews include Great Eastern Shipping, Chevron Manning Services Ltd., Wilco Ship Management and Transport Pvt. ltd., Varun Shipping, Mobil Shipping Co Ltd., Mitsui OSK Lines, and Barber Ship Management Ltd. Australia. The faculty also offers placement guidance, regular industrial visits, and industry-academia interactions to IMU, Kolkata students. IMU, Kolkata also organises and participates in several cultural and extra-curricular programmes, fests, and inter-collegiate sports and cultural competitions.
IMU, Kolkata students have won laurels for the institution in several competitions, some of which include the inter-college football tournament "Kickoff" lobelia, TechCamp Kochi, the IMarEST annual conference, AMET University’s KNOTS-22 event, and the Mental Calculation World Cup. The university also hosts and partakes in several cultural and academic programmes such as the International Day for Women in Maritime celebrations at IMU, Tech4Oceans: Innovative Solutions for a Sustainable Future, and the Indian National Shipowners Association (INSA) Inaugural Technical Paper Presentation.
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UGC
Admission Procedure
Indian Maritime University(co-ed) in Kolkata has a single B.Tech degree programme in Marine Engineering. Every year, IMU holds a Common Entrance Test (IMU-CET) on All India basis for admissions to its courses for IMU campuses. As a result, candidates seeking admission to the B.Tech programme must pass the IMU-CET.
IMU Kolkata also offers postgraduate degrees ( M.Tech / MBA) Programs with various specializations. Interested candidates can apply through their online website. To apply for their degree candidate must qualify for an entrance examination IMU -CET with valid marks. Candidates must also present a certificate of medical fitness from a doctor approved by the Director General of Shipping. Candidates who have received an IMU CET Rank Certificate will be sent to a portal where they can choose the program(s) and campus(es) where they wish to enroll.
Faculty
Indian Maritime University in Kolkata was founded to meet India's expanding demand for maritime engineers. The highly qualified and skilled faculty exemplifies the greatest levels of discipline, dedication, and integrity in the maritime profession and instils these qualities in their students.
Placements
Internationally renowned shipping companies conduct campus interviews at Indian Maritime University, Kolkata, for cadets seeking direct employment. This ensures a bright future for those wishing to pursue a career at sea. Great Eastern Shipping Co., NYK Ship Management, Anglo Eastern Ship Management, Shipping Corpn. of India, Fleet Managment Ltd., Synerge Ship Management, Mediterranean Shipping Co., Laurel Shipping Co., Scorpio Shipping, Varun Shipping, Wilco Ship Management & Transport Pvt. ltd.,Mobil Shipping Co Ltd., Chevron Shipping Ltd., MTC-HPCL, Mitsui OSK Lines, Barber Ship Management Ltd. Australia etc. are among the shipping companies that conduct campus interviews.
Scholarships
Contact Details
P-19, Taratala Road. Kolkata-700 088
033 24014678
033 24014676
033 24014677
033 24011943
033 24014674
033 24014675
033 24014673
director.kolkata@imu.ac.in
Latest Updates: 12th May, 2023
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