The B.Sc. Nautical Science course requires candidates to qualify the IMU Common Entrance Test (IMU-CET), which is mandatory as per training guidelines issued by the Directorate General of Shipping. Applicants must be Indian nationals and should not be more than 21 years of age on the date of commencement of the course, with age relaxation of 5 years for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe candidates, 3 years for Non-Creamy Layer OBC candidates, and 2 years for female candidates. Academically, candidates must have passed HSC (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board (NIOS students are not eligible) with a minimum of 65% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). They must also secure at least 50% marks in English in either SSC or HSC. Additionally, the candidate’s IMU rank should be below 10,000.
Applicants are required to submit original School/College Leaving Certificates along with photocopies. Medical fitness is compulsory and must be certified by a doctor approved by the Directorate General of Shipping. An eyesight certificate confirming 6/6 vision in both eyes and no color blindness from a DG-approved doctor is also mandatory. Students who successfully clear IMU-CET can apply through the official IMU website for admission to the course.