IMU CET 2026 city selection window is May 4 to May 10, 2026. Log into the official portal at imu.cbexams.com and select your preferred exam centre. The exam is on May 24, 2026.
If you registered for IMU CET 2026, the next critical action is coming in less than a month.
City selection window: May 4 to May 10, 2026.
Six days. That’s all you get. Miss it, and IMU assigns you a centre based on availability — not your preference.
What You Need to Do
Log into imu.cbexams.com using your application credentials. Go to the city selection section and choose your preferred exam city from the available options. Select early — popular cities fill up fast.
Do this between May 4 and May 10. Not on May 11. Not “whenever.”
Key IMU CET 2026 Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Closed | April 24, 2026 |
| City Selection Opens | May 4, 2026 |
| City Selection Closes | May 10, 2026 |
| Exam Date | May 24, 2026 |
| Result / Answer Key | May 30, 2026 |
The Exam Itself
IMU CET 2026 is a 3-hour online CBT with 200 MCQs covering Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, and General Aptitude. Negative marking applies — -0.25 for every wrong answer.
This is not the exam to guess randomly. Know the topic, attempt it. Don’t know it, skip it.
Admit Card
Your admit card will be released before May 24. It will carry your exam centre address, reporting time, roll number, and instructions. Download it, print it, carry it on exam day along with a valid photo ID.
IMU CET 2026 Accepting Institutions
Your rank from this exam is the gateway to:
- IMU Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Kochi, Visakhapatnam, Navi Mumbai campuses
- All DGS-approved Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs) across India
B.Tech Marine Engineering, B.Sc Nautical Science, DNS — all require IMU CET rank for admission.
A Warning About False Information
IMU issued a Public Notification specifically about false information circulating regarding IMU CET 2026. There are agents and institutes spreading misinformation about seat availability, pass rates, and backdoor admissions.
Check imu.edu.in directly. Trust no WhatsApp forward without verification.
What to Focus on Now
With 6 weeks to exam day, here’s your priority order:
- Physics — Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Waves, Optics
- Mathematics — Algebra, Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry
- Chemistry — Organic basics, Periodic table, Chemical bonding
- English — Reading comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary
- General Aptitude — Logical reasoning, Numerical ability
The syllabus mirrors Class 11–12 CBSE. If you studied PCM seriously, you’re already 70% prepared. The remaining 30% is exam strategy and time management.
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Six weeks. Make them count.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does IMU CET 2026 city selection open?
City selection opens on May 4, 2026 and closes May 10, 2026. Log into imu.cbexams.com with your registration credentials.
What is the IMU CET 2026 exam date?
IMU CET 2026 is scheduled for May 24, 2026 in CBT (Computer Based Test) mode.
When will the IMU CET 2026 admit card be released?
The admit card will be released before May 24, 2026. Download it from imu.cbexams.com using your login credentials.
Can I still register for IMU CET 2026?
No. The registration deadline was April 24, 2026. If you missed it, you will need to wait for the next cycle.
When will IMU CET 2026 results be declared?
IMU CET 2026 results are expected on May 30, 2026.
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