IMU CET syllabus and smart preparation tips (2025):
Latest IMU CET 2025 Syllabus Overview
The IMU CET covers five key sections:
- Physics (Class 11–12 level)
- Chemistry (Class 11–12 level)
- Mathematics (Class 11–12 level)
- English
- General Aptitude (including General Knowledge)
Section-Wise Syllabus Highlights
Physics:
- Motion, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy & Power, Gravitation
- Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Oscillation & Waves, Kinetic Theory
- Electrostatics, Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction, Alternating Currents, Ray & Wave Optics
- Dual Nature, Atoms & Nuclei, Semiconductor Electronics
Chemistry:
- Atomic Structure, Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, Thermodynamics
- Equilibrium, Redox, Organic Chemistry basics, Hydrocarbons
- States of Matter, Solutions, Electrochemistry, Surface Chemistry, Kinetics
- P, D & F-block elements, Coordination Compounds
- Biomolecules, Polymers, Chemistry in Everyday Life
Mathematics:
- Sets, Functions, Relations, Trigonometry
- Algebra, Calculus (Limits, Derivatives, Integrals), Probability
- Coordinate Geometry, Vectors, 3D Geometry
- Complex Numbers, Matrices & Determinants
English:
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Sentence Correction, Comprehension
- Cloze Test, Paragraph Jumbles
General Aptitude & General Knowledge:
- Logical reasoning, Number series, Blood relations
- Coding-decoding, Clocks, Calendars, Directions
- Current affairs (focus on maritime news)
Exam Pattern (2025):
- 200 Questions, 180 minutes
- 50 each: Physics & Maths
- 25 each: Chemistry, English, General Aptitude
- 1 mark per correct answer, -0.25 negative per wrong answer
Preparation Tips
- Start Early:
- Begin 3–4 months before exam
- Create a schedule with weekly targets (Maths & Physics first, then Chemistry, then English & Aptitude)
- Master NCERTs:
- Use Class 11–12 NCERTs for PCM
- Summarize formulas and practice solved problems
- Practice with Mock Tests:
- Attempt at least 10 full-length mock tests in real exam conditions
- Analyze wrong answers to spot weak topics
- Previous Year Papers:
- Solve last 5–10 years’ IMU CET papers
- Focus on repeated questions/important topics
- Strengthen English & Aptitude:
- Read newspapers daily, practice comprehension and grammar (Wren & Martin book recommended)
- For reasoning, use RS Aggarwal or similar
- Smart Revision:
- Make short notes, formula sheets, and vocab flashcards
- Revise regularly, focus on mistakes from mock tests
- Be Exam-Ready:
- Practice time management: finish mock tests in 3 hours or less
- Revise general knowledge—especially maritime industry events
Success Mantra
Stay disciplined, make short notes, focus on basics, and practice regularly with mocks. A calm and confident mind on exam day makes all the difference!
