IMU ranks No.1 Maritime University in India in Outlook-ICARE Rankings 2025

The Indian Maritime University (IMU) has secured the top position among maritime universities in the country in the prestigious Outlook-ICARE University Rankings 2025. The recognition underscores IMU’s pivotal role in shaping India’s maritime education and strengthening the nation’s credentials as a global shipping and logistics hub.

Established in 2008 under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, IMU serves as the premier institution for maritime education, training, and research in India. With campuses in Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Cochin, and Navi Mumbai, the university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in diverse fields including marine engineering, nautical science, shipbuilding, logistics, and maritime law.

The Outlook-ICARE Rankings are widely regarded for their rigorous evaluation process based on academic reputation, research output, faculty quality, industry interface, and infrastructure. IMU’s No.1 ranking reflects its consistent focus on modernising curricula, enhancing industry partnerships, and investing in state-of-the-art simulation and training facilities.

Officials noted that the recognition comes at a time when India is pushing to expand its share in the global maritime trade and develop world-class human resources for the shipping sector. “This achievement is a testament to IMU’s commitment to excellence and its contribution to building a skilled maritime workforce that meets international standards,” said a senior IMU representative.

The university has also been expanding its collaborations with international maritime institutions and research centres, aiming to boost innovation in areas such as green shipping, port management, and digitalisation in logistics.

With this recognition, IMU has reaffirmed its leadership in maritime education, further strengthening its role as the backbone of India’s aspirations to become a global maritime power.