International Maritime Academy (IMA), established in 1999, is a residential marine institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It is affiliated to Annamalai University and offers various Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs in the field of Marine Services and Management.
At the PG level, the institute offers an MBA program in regular and distance mode and is offered under five specializations. Aside from the MBA, Other PG courses offered by International Maritime Academy include the MCA course, an M.Tech course, and MIB course.
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2.1 Eligibility & Selection Criteria
3.1 Eligibility & Selection Criteria
Admission to the above-mentioned courses is granted on the basis of merit followed by a personal interview and medical examination.
The institute also offers a 4-year-long residential B.Tech program with various specializations like Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture and Ship Building.
Other Undergraduate courses include a 3-year B.Sc. course in Nautical Science and a 1-year Diploma in Nautical Science which also leads to a B.Sc. degree.
IMA also offers a Ph.D. program under the discipline of Environmental Science and Naval Architecture & Ship Building.
Read about IMA Chennai Courses & Fees
Admission Highlights 2023
Name of the Institute | International Maritime Academy, Chennai |
Type of Institute | Private |
Affiliation | Annamalai University |
Basic Admission Criteria | Merit-based |
Mode of Application | Offline |
Application Fee | INR. 5000/- |
Placements | Yes |
Scholarships | Yes |
Hostels | Yes |
IMA Chennai MBA AND MIB Admission 2023
IMA Chennai offers an MBA under the following specializations:
- Shipping & Port Management
- Shipping & Logistics Management
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- International Business Management
- Shipping & Marine Insurance Management
The institute also offers a Dual Specialization- Marketing & HR under the discipline of MBA.
Aside from an MBA, the institute also offers a PG degree in International Business (MIB)
Duration | 2 Years |
No. of Specializations | MBA: 5 + 1 (Dual Specialization) |
MIB: Nil | |
Basic Eligibility Criteria | Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 50% marks |
Basic Admission Criteria | Past academic performance followed by a personal interview |
IMA Chennai MBA Eligibility
- Any degree from a recognized University with 50 % marks.
- Mariners holding the following professional qualification obtained after a minimum duration of study-cum-training of 6 years after 10+2 leading to
- Master Foreign Going Certificate of Competency
- First Class Motor or Steam or Combined (Chief Engineer) Certificate of Competency issued by the Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, Government of India or its counterparts in other countries.
IMA Chennai MBA Selection Criteria
Admission will be granted on the basis of marks secured in previous qualifying exams, work experience and performance in personal interview/medical examination.
IMA Chennai M.Tech. Admission 2023
IMA also offers an M.Tech. degree under the discipline of the Naval Architecture & Ship Building.
Duration | 2 Years |
Type | Full-time |
Specialization | Naval Architecture and Ship Building |
Basic Eligibility Criteria | B.Tech/B.E. degree in a relevant field |
Basic Admission Criteria | Merit-Based |
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree (or the equivalent) in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical or B.Arch/Marine Engineering/Naval Architecture/Bachelor Degree in Nautical Science/Ship Building or Aeronautical Engineering.
IMA Chennai M.Tech. Selection Criteria
Admission will be based on merit secured by the candidate in the previous qualifying exam.
IMA Chennai UG Admission 2023
At the UG level, IMA also offers a B.Tech. degree with two specializations. It also offers a B.Sc. degree in Nautical Science. To be eligible for these programs, the candidates must possess a 60% Average in PCM at 10+2 qualifying exams. Admission to both programs is also offered via Lateral Entry.
B.Tech. is offered with the following specializations:
- Marine Engineering
- Naval Architecture and Ship Building
Duration | 4 Years |
No. of Specializations | B.Tech.- 2 |
B.Sc.- 1 | |
Basic Eligibility Criteria | 10+2 qualification with a 60% Average in PCM |
Basic Admission Criteria | Past performance followed by PI and Medical Exam |
IMA Chennai UG Eligibility
- Pass in HSC / (10+2) from a Recognized Board With 60% Average in PCM (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics Subject).
- Upper Age Limit: 25 Years
- Candidates must not suffer from Color Blindness but (+) or (-) 2.5 vision is allowed.
- Eye Glasses are permitted.
IMA Chennai UG Selection Criteria
Candidates with a valid 10+2 qualification must appear for the Personal Interview along with a passport size Photograph (Two), Original Mark sheet & Passing Certificate of 10th std & 12th std.
Verification of Mark sheets & Medical Test will be conducted at the Academy. The students who fail to pass the medical exam won’t be granted admission.
IMA Chennai Ph.D. Admission 2023
The institute offers a Ph.D. in the following areas of research-
- Naval Architecture & Ship Building Maintenance
- Environmental Science
Duration | 2-5 Years |
Basic Eligibility Criteria | M.E. or M.Tech. in a relevant discipline |
Basic Admission Criteria | Merit-based |
IMA Chennai Ph.D. Eligibility
Naval Architecture & Ship Building Maintainance
- ME/M.Tech in Civil/Mechanical/Naval Architecture/Electrical/Marine Engineering or M.Arch/M.Sc - Naval Architecture or Aeronautical or Ship Building
- C.O.C as Extra First Class Engineer / C.O.C as MEO Class I.
Environmental Science- M.Sc / M.Phil in any science Subjects with 55% Marks/ M.E / M.Tech in any Discipline / Master F.G / MEO Class I
IMA Chennai Ph.D. Selection Criteria
Admission to the program is based on the merit secured by the candidate in the past qualifying exams.
How to Apply for IMA Chennai?
For all the courses, candidates can download the individual application forms from the college website or obtain them from the IMA office. If the candidate is eligible, they must send the filled-in application form along with a DD, to the campus for the reservation of seats.
- Candidates can obtain the application form online or from the campus office.
- Eligible candidates can reserve their seats by sending the filled-in application form along with a DD of INR. 5000/- in favor of “International Maritime Academy” Payable at Chennai.
- Candidates will be then informed of the medical examination, interview and certificate verification round that will be held at the IMA office.
- Students who clear the medical examination and further testing procedure should pay the balance course fee before the commencement of the course.
Documents required at the time of counseling -
- 10th and 12th mark sheets
- Application form
- UG/PG Marksheets
- Work experience certificate
- Character certificate
- Reservation of Seat Receipt
IMA Chennai Scholarships
Various scholarship schemes exist for minority candidates, such as-
- Rajiv Gandhi Fellowships provided to ST students to take up Ph.D.
- National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST students exists.
- Scholarships will be provided till the completion of course.
FAQs
Ques. Does the institute offer any hostel facilities?
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for Diploma in Nautical Sciences?
- Pass in HSC / (10+2) From a Recognized Board with 60% Average in PCM (Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics Subject).
- B.sc in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Electronics with Physics as individual subject in one of the years with an average of not less than 55% marks in the Final Year.
- BE or B.Tech Degree.
- The upper age limit is up to 25 years.\
Ques. What all documents will be required at the time of admission for the International candidates?
- Degree or Pass certificate of the qualifying examination.
- Grade/ mark sheet of the qualifying examination.
- Translated versions of all documents, if they are not in English.
- Passport with a valid student visa.
- Equivalence and eligibility certificate from Association of Indian Universities wherever applicable.
- Migration Certificate (If applicable).
- Recent Passport-size photographs - 15 Nos.
Ques. Where is the institute located?
Ans. The institute is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The exact address is given below:
No. 41, Jamin Korattur, Puduchatram,
Chennai - 600 124.
(From Poonamallee to Tirupathi Highway Road)
Ques. What all facilities are provided by the institute?
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