Indian Maritime University (IMU), Kolkata Campus, historically known as the Marine Engineering and Research Institute (MERI Kolkata), is a premier Central University institution located on Taratala Road, Kolkata. Established originally in 1947, MERI was integrated into IMU by an Act of Parliament in 2008 as a flagship campus dedicated to marine engineering and maritime studies.
IMU Kolkata Campus is a Central University under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India. It holds approvals from the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) and AICTE, maintaining top-tier maritime training facilities including a full-sized ship model and advanced marine engine simulator laboratories.
The core programmes offered include:
- B.Tech in Marine Engineering (4-year fully residential program)
- M.Tech in Marine Technology and Management
- Ph.D. in Maritime Studies
As India’s pioneer maritime institute, IMU Kolkata commands unmatched prestige in global shipping and maritime industries.