A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) apparatus may be provided. The MRI apparatus may include: a magnet assembly configured to generate a magnetic field in an inner space of the magnet assembly； a radiofrequency (RF) reception coil configured to receive a magnetic resonance (MR) signal excited from an object to which the magnetic field is applied； a magnetic sensor disposed at the RF reception coil and configured to detect a voltage value indicating a static field generated by the magnet assembly； and a processor configured to determine whether the RF reception coil is placed in a normal position based on the voltage value transmitted from the magnetic sensor when the RF reception coil enters the inner space of the magnetic assembly.
