Question 1

What is the eligibility for MERI Mumbai B.Tech Marine Engineering admission 2026?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL). A minimum of 50% in English in Class 10 or Class 12 is mandatory. A valid DG Shipping approved medical fitness certificate is also required at the time of admission.

Question 2

Is IMU CET mandatory for MERI Mumbai admission?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IMU CET is the only accepted entrance exam for MERI Mumbai B.Tech Marine Engineering and B.Sc Nautical Science. There is no direct admission route without IMU CET. JEE Main and JEE Advanced scores are not accepted for MERI Mumbai.

Question 3

What is the total fee for B.Tech Marine Engineering at MERI Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

The total fee for the 4-year B.Tech Marine Engineering programme at MERI Mumbai is INR 9,00,000. The B.Sc Nautical Science total fee is INR 6,75,000. These figures are subject to revision.

Question 4

How does IMU CET counselling work for MERI Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

IMU conducts centralised online counselling in three merit-based allotment rounds. Candidates register for counselling by paying INR 10,000, fill in programme and campus preferences, and accept the allotted seat by paying INR 30,000 (non-refundable). Spot rounds follow Round 3 if seats are vacant.

Question 5

Is a medical test required for MERI Mumbai admission?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A DG Shipping approved medical fitness certificate (ENG1 or equivalent seafarer medical standard) is mandatory for all B.Tech Marine Engineering and B.Sc Nautical Science candidates. This must be obtained from a DG Shipping approved doctor, not a general physician. Admission is cancelled if a candidate fails the DG medical.

Question 6

What is the IMU CET 2026 exam date for MERI Mumbai admission?

Accepted Answer

IMU CET 2026 was conducted on May 24, 2026. The result was declared on June 14, 2026. Counselling Rounds 1, 2, and 3 have been completed. The academic session begins August 1, 2026. For the next cycle, IMU CET 2027 registration details will be announced on imu.edu.in.

Question 7

Does MERI Mumbai offer sponsorship or scholarship for B.Tech Marine Engineering?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Shipping companies like Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) offer cadetship sponsorships covering fees and providing a stipend during onboard training. National Scholarship Portal (NSP) scholarships are also available for eligible SC/ST/OBC and minority candidates. Contact MERI Mumbai admissions for current sponsorship openings.

Question 8

What programmes does MERI Mumbai offer other than B.Tech Marine Engineering?

Accepted Answer

MERI Mumbai offers B.Sc Nautical Science (3 years), Diploma in Nautical Science (INR 2,25,000 total fee), PG Diploma in Marine Engineering (INR 3,50,000 total fee), M.S Research (INR 4,85,000 total fee), and PhD in Marine Engineering. Contact the institute for admission processes for PG and Diploma programmes.

Question 9

How can I check MERI Mumbai seat availability for IMU CET Spot Round 2026?

Accepted Answer

After Round 3 allotment, IMU publishes a programme-wise vacant seat matrix on the IMU counselling portal at imu.edu.in. Candidates who were not allotted a seat in Rounds 1 to 3 can register for the Spot Round, which is open to all eligible candidates with a valid IMU CET 2026 rank.

Question 10

Is there a management quota or direct admission at MERI Mumbai?

Accepted Answer

No. MERI Mumbai (IMU Mumbai Port Campus) admits all students through IMU CET centralized counselling. There is no management quota or direct admission route for B.Tech Marine Engineering or B.Sc Nautical Science. All seats are filled on merit through IMUs centralised process.

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