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IIM Lucknow Highlights 2026

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Q: Β  Is it easy to survive at IIM Lucknow as a fresher?
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IIM Lucknow is a top Management college where every student aspiring for a good career in the Management field wants to go. Surviving in this college is quite easy for hardworking students. The environment of the college is quite welcoming for the fresh students. For freshers, IIM Lucknow has a good environment to study, learn, and enjoy. 

Q: Β  Is IIM Lucknow a good college?
A: 

IIM Lucknow is a good college that ranks 5 in India by NIRF 2025 under the Management category. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow was established in 1984 and is accredited by the Association of MBAs  (AMBA) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business  (AACSB). 

Q: Β  What clubs, societies and events are active on IIM Lucknow campus?
A: 

There are several clubs available at IIM Lucknow campus. The below-mentioned are the other clubs available in the colleges:

IIM Lucknow Clubs
Music Band – 3.4AbhivyaktiRandom Walk
Credence CapitalForty TwoRight Angles
Quizzing CommonersToastmasters-

Earlier, IIM Lucknow fees and placements were checked by the students before going for admissions but now students also want to know about the clubs, societies, and events as these have become important parts of their careers. These clubs are like added stars that can help students groom into professionals. 

IIM Lucknow Popular Programmes 2026

MBA/PGDM

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7 Courses6 - 11 months
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Executive MBA/PGDM

2 Courses1 year - 2 years
β‚Ή11 L - 26 L
β‚Ή27.19 LPA

FPM

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Q: Β  What is the eligibility criteria to get admission to the PGDM course at IIM Lucknow? I am pursuing B.Tech.
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The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow offers a list of Management programmes to students, including PGP, PGP-ABM, MBA-E&I, PGP-SM, PGPWE (WMP), IPMX, and FPM courses at the postgraduate and doctoral levels. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow admission to most of the courses is entrance-based like CAT and others. The eligibility criteria to get admission to the PGDM course at IIM Lucknow is a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate. The selection criteria involve relevant CAT scores and good performance in WAT and PI rounds. A proper preparation is necessary to get good score in CAT. For this, CAT syllabus must be read well and CAT question papers must be studied well.

Q: Β  How can I compensate for my bad past academic performance record to get admission to the top IIMs like IIM Lucknow?
A: 
If you've worked somewhere, show the IIM interviewers what value did you bring in both for yourself as well as for your organization. You can compensate for your past by pursuing some significant certification courses and internships which highlight your genuine interest in the would-be field of MBA. Good luck!

IIM Lucknow Admission Process and Important Dates 2026

Executive MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

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  • Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
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19 Jan '26
Executive MBA/PGDM (PGPWE) Announcement of Selected CandidatesOngoing
24 Jan '26 - 25 Jan '26
Executive MBA/PGDM (IPMX) Phase 2 WAT and PI
15 Feb '26
Executive MBA/PGDM (IPMX) Phase 2 Announcement of Selected Candidates (tentative)
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Q: Β  Can an average student get into an IIM?
A: 

The answer to this question of whether an average student can get into IIM can be both yes and no depending on the definition of an average student.

  • Based on Academics (Class 10/ Class 12/ Graduation): While a student with average scores in Class 10, Class 12 and graduation with a good CAT score certainly has good chances of getting a call from IIM-A, chances are less for someone with an average CAT score.
  • Based on student category (General or Reserved): While it is tough for a General category average student to grab a seat at IIM due to high score requirements, a reserved category student can get admission being at average scores as well.
  • Based on past work experience, diversity and other factors: Gender and academic diversity is also a factor on which students are shortlisted at IIM. IIMs judge the past academic category based on the degree obtained by the students before MBA and then a weightage is allotted based on that. For Engineers, the percentage for scoring the highest marks is higher as compared with other streams
  • Performance in selection rounds: Once you make it to the final selection rounds, i.e., AWT/PI process, it can be considered a fresh start. At this stage, students can forget their past average-ness but definitely require good grasp over the past subjects as academics-related questions are asked in the interview.

Based on the above factors, it can be considered that while getting into top Management institutes, such as IIM is extremely tough, the past performance, CAT performance, student category and a lot of factors can be the reasons for a student to receive that final call.

Q: Β  How can I do PhD from IIM Lucknow?
A: 

For admission PhD/FPM in IIM Lucknow, aspirants must meet the minimum eligibility requirements. Eligible candidates can download the application from the IIM Lucknow official website. After filling out the application, it has to be sent by post to the authorities. Further, applicants are shortlisted for the interview round based on merit in CAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT or JRF/SRF (UGC/CSIR/ICAR). The final seat allotment is carried out on the basis of candidates' overall performance in the selection rounds and academic records. A selection list shall be released and the candidates are also informed over mail or SMS.

Q: Β  How to get admission to the FPM course offered at IIM Lucknow?
A: 

Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow provides admission to FPM courses based on GMAT/CAT/GRE/CSIR NET score followed by a personal interview round. IIM Lucknow also offers Fellowship Programme for Management to students with a master's degree. Apart from the FPM course, this Management institute also offers a part-time non-residential Executive Fellow Programme in Management (EFPM).

Q: Β  What is the admission process of IIM Lucknow?
A: 

IIM Lucknow has a multi-step admission process which students need to follow for admission. Starting with the application, students are required to go through the course-specific entrance exam followed by other selection rounds (if applicable). After the selection rounds are over, course-wise merit lists are released on the official website after which interested candidates can submit the fee and confirm their admission. A step-by-step process is mentioned in detail:

IIM Lucknow Application Process 2024 for Admission Year 2025

The application process of IIM Lucknow PGP courses takes place via CAT. Therefore, candidates need to visit the official website of CAT to register themselves. For more details, check out CAT application process.

For other courses, check below the application fee and steps to apply for admission:

  1. Visit the official website of IIML.
  2. Select the course and 'Apply Now'.
  3. Read the instructions and register with the basic detail.
  4. Fill out the application form.
  5. Upload the documents and pay the application fee.
  6. Submit the application form.

Documents Required at the Time of Application:

  • Scanned photograph and signature
  • Class 10 and Class 12 marksheet
  • Graduation and post-graduation marksheet (if required), etc.

The application fee is tabulated below:

Course Name

Application fee

Executive MBA

INR 1,000

IPMX

INR 5,000

FPM/ Executive FPM

INR 1,000 (INR 500 for SC/ ST)

NOTE: The above-mentioned application fee is as per past years' data. Hence, is indicative.

2. Selection Round: Candidates selected for MBA based on their Class 10, Class 12, CAT qualifying and CAT final cutoff are called for further selection rounds, such as the Written Ability Test and Personal Interview. A commutative score is then calculated based on the performance of the candidates in all the aforementioned parameters. Similarly for other courses, candidates who meet the set eligibility need to go through the institute-specific selection process and get shortlisted. 

3. Merit List and Admission Confirmation: After completion of the selection rounds, a category-wise merit list is released based on the Final Composite Score. The provisional admission offers are made accordingly, adhering to the reservation norms. Students who are willing to take admission now must pay the admission fee and confirm their seats.

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IIM Lucknow
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4.4/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements4.5
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.6
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.3
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Placements in our college are exceptional with the biggest brand names from all domains visiting the campus and awarding a large number of job and internship offers to students.
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Overall Satisfied with the experience at IIM Lucknow.
Placements: All students at the campus get placed. The average package at IIM Lucknow is about 28 LPA, and the average stipend for the internship period is 1.6 LPA per month. Almost half of the batch gets PPOs from their interns. Roles are offered in all domains, including Finance, Operations, Consulting, and HR.
Infrastructure: Hostel accommodation is mandatory as it is a residential program. The quality of hostel rooms is also good. Everyone is allocated a single, separate room. There are no restrictions or curfew timings as such on campus. Wi-Fi is available on campus, and meals served at the mess are okay, better than in other colleges.
Faculty: The curriculum and teachers are above average. Some subjects are very practical and provide insights into the real-world functioning of companies, while others are dead boring, such as Legal Studies. All in all, it's a fun experience learning from such learned professors.
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Do MBA on your own risk .
Placements: Placements ongoing, the highest 1.5 crores, the lowest 10.5 LPA till now, TAS, Meesho, BCG, Mackinsey, Kerney, Accenture etc. All management related roles like consulting, product management, sales and marketing head, general management and operations role, etc. ( all MBA colleges write false numbers in their annual placement report, consider if they say 33 LPA average, then consider it 20 LPA).
Infrastructure: Indoor sports, washing machines but old, football ground, cricket ground, library which is really good, swimming pool, gym, state, computer centre, green nature trails Hostels are decent, clean but very old washrooms, total 18 hostels, except 17,18 hostel others are very old but clean enough for use.
Faculty: I felt courses are old and not so relevant, some teachers are just free and not teaching properly, projects are just chat gpt practice these days and students are not even attentive in classes, but some are really good and puts a lot of efforts to teach you properly.
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A brief review of IIM LUCKNOW .
Placements: It is well known for its placement around 100 persent students get placements from IIM Lucknow. The highest package was around 50LPA and the lowest package was 17 LPA, and avarage package was around 25 LPA. Top recruiting companies are flipkart, Amazon, Deloitte, tata consultancy, axix bank etc. 100 persent students get internship from IIM Lucknow in well known companies like icici general insurances, sun farma, reliance industries, flipkart etc.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure of the college is good whole campus has the availability of high-speed Internet, labs are well-equipped with all necessary equipment, classrooms are big and comfortable, there is a big library where all self study material is available. Hostel has big room with separate B.Ed for each student. Mess quality is acceptable, canteen is costly, medical and sport facilities are available in hostel.
Faculty: Teachers are very educated and helpful for students. They solves every doubt of students, the are experienced and has the excellent knowledge of his subject Course curriculum is very relevant and it makes students job ready. Semester exam are avarage difficult if you studies round the year you can easily pass the exam.
Other: I chose this course to explore the corporate world. Canteen should be pocket friendly for students. There are multiple fest available in college, multiple scholarship programme are available here.
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Review of IIM Lucknow - Indian Institute of Management.
Placements: Our college is well-known for its placements. The placement percentage of our college is 100%. The highest salary package offered is 50 LPA. The average salary package offered is 23 LPA. The lowest salary package offered 16 LPA. Top recruiting companies are Sunsilk, Sun Pharma, Axis Bank, ICICI, TCS, etc. Almost 100% of students got internships in well-known companies like Tata Steel, HDFC, Sun Pharma, Deloitte, etc.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is excellent. Our campus has the availability of high-speed Wi-Fi. Labs are well-maintained. Classrooms are comfortable. There is a library where you will find self-study materials. The hostel has big rooms. They provide a bed to every student. Sports facilities are good. The food served in the mess is average. The food served in the canteen is expensive.
Faculty: Teachers are well-qualified and knowledgeable. The teaching quality is good. The course curriculum is relevant. They organise industrial visits to make students ready for the exam. Semester exams are moderate. Students can pass the exam easily if they study throughout the year. Almost 95% of students pass the exams.
Other: I opted for this course because of my interest in accounts. The food served in the mess should be improved. The canteen food charges should be reduced.
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Our college has good facilities and faculty members.
Placements: IIM has a very good and active placement cell. Placements start in the pre-final semester. Many top companies, such as Maruti Suzuki, Airport Authority of India, Unschool, Duraroof, etc., come here for placements. The average salary package ranges from 7 LPA to 8 LPA. Approximately 70% of students get placed during the placement process. After getting the degree, I also hope to work for one of the reputed companies in India.
Infrastructure: There were 3 types of hostels. They were old dorms, new dorms, and married student hostels. Two mess halls served food to the whole IIMA community. In terms of quality, I would rate it as average, considering the type of food served. It was mandatory to stay in hostels for PGP students.
Faculty: Most faculty members have Ph.D.s. They graduated from IIMS. We have faculty members from foreign universities. They teach for short durations. A few of them teach for a period of 3 months. We have 3 terms each year. Exams are more focused on the practical mind of a student than on basic technical things.
Other: I chose MBA to pursue a career in finance.
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Review of IIM Lucknow - Indian Institute of Management.
Placements: There was a good placement percentage. Around 95% of students got placements from this college. The highest salary package offered was around 50 LPA, the lowest was 15 LPA, and the average was 20 LPA. Top recruiting companies were Microsoft, Flipkart, Sun Pharma, ICICI Securities Ltd., Axis Bank, etc. Around 100% of students got internships for two months at well-known companies like TCS, HDFC Bank, Amazon India, Deloitte, etc.
Infrastructure: Our college had an excellent infrastructure. High-speed Wi-Fi was available on campus 24X7. Labs were equipped with all necessary equipments. Classrooms had good and comfortable furniture. A well-stocked library was available for students. The hostel had big rooms. Every student got a bed. There were good sports facilities and medical assistance. The quality of food in the mess was acceptable, but students preferred to eat outside. The food items in the canteen were costly for students.
Faculty: Teachers were well qualified and helpful to students. They had very good knowledge of their subjects. Their teaching techniques were unique. The course curriculum was relevant. With the help of industrial visits, they made us job-ready. Semester exams were average. If you study throughout the year, you can easily pass the exams. Around 98% of students passed the exams without any backlogs.
Other: I chose this course due to my interest in accounting and numbers. The canteen should be cost-effective for students.
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IIM Lucknow Cutoff 2026

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Post Graduate Program in Agribusiness Management (PGP-ABM) - IIM Lucknow : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
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Q: Β  What is the CAT cutoff for IIM Lucknow MBA course?
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The below-mentioned table carries IIM Lucknow CAT cutoff 2022 criteria for shortlisting and final selection of PGP, PGP-ABM, & PGP-SM candidates: 

PGP

Category

VARC

DILR

QA

Total

General

85

85

85

90

PGP-ABM

Category

VARC

DILR

QA

Total

General

80

80

80

85

PGP-SM

Category

VARC

DILR

QA

Total

General

80

80

80

85

Q: Β  Will meeting the CAT cutoff score be enough for admission in IIM Lucknow?
A: 

No, meeting the CAT cutoff percentile is not the only criteria for admission. IIM Lucknow admission is a two-stage process. In the first stage, candidates are shortlisted for the WAT and PI round on the basis of their performance in the CAT, scholastic achievement, and relevant work experience. In the second stage, aspirants will be evaluated on parameters such as the Scaled CAT 2024 score, Class 12 marks, Graduation marks, Work Experience, Diversity Factor and Gender Diversity as per their weightage fixed by the institute. Candidates can refer to the table below to view all the parameters and their weightage for IIM Lucknow PGP courses. 

Component

MBA Weight

MBA-ABM Weight

MBA-SM Weight

Scaled CAT 2023 score

60

60

60

Class 12 marks

10

10

10

Graduation marks

10

10

10

Work Experience

10

0

10

Diversity Factor

5

20*

5

Gender Diversity

5

5*

5

For the final score calculation, more weightage is given to the WAT and PI than CAT score. For more details, check out the table below: 

Component

MBA & MBA-SM (Weightage)

MBA-ABM (Weightage)

CAT 2024

30

35

Academic Performance

5+5

5+5

Diversity Factor

5

5

Work Experience

5

NA

Writing Ability Test (WAT)

10

10

Personal Interview (PI)*

40

40

Final Score

100

100

Q: Β  What is the CAT qualifying cutoff for admission to PGP ABM course at IIM Lucknow for General category?
A: 

The IIM Lucknow CAT qualifying cutoff 2024 has been released for admission to PGP, PGP-ABM, and PGP-SM courses for different categories. For 2025 admission, the IIM Lucknow PGP-ABM qualifying CAT cutoff is 85 percentile (overall) for the students belonging to the general category in the AI quota. For EWS and NC-OBC categories, the minimum qualifying percentile is 77. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the sectional and overall cutoff percentiles for different categories. 

Category

VARC

DILR

QA

Overall

General

80

80

80

85

EWS

72

72

72

77

NC-OBC

72

72

72

77

SC

55

55

55

65

ST

50

50

50

55

PWD

50

50

50

55

Q: Β  Does IIM Lucknow consider overall or sectional cutoff 2024?
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Admission 2025 to MBA courses of all IIMs, including IIM Lucknow is through CAT cutoff 2024. The admission to IIM Lucknow is a two-step process, the first process is based on the CAT qualifying cutoff 2024 and the second one is WAT and PI is based on final cutoff. IIM Lucknow, along with all the other IIMs, considers both sectional and overall CAT cutoff for admission to its MBA/ PGP course. For IIM Lucknow MBA admission, students need to meet both the overall CAT cut off percentile and the sectional cut offs. Candidates seeking admission to IIM Lucknow must score above the 90 percentile in CAT exam to improve there chance of getting a call for WAT & PI.

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IIM Lucknow Rankings 2026

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Q: Β  What is the IIM Lucknow ranking in India?
A: 

IIM Lucknow is ranked 6 by NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2023 under the Management category. NIRF has ranked this college on the same position for two years consistently. 

Q: Β  Is IIM Lucknow ranked?
A: 

Yes, IIM Lucknow is ranked by various ranking bodies like National Institutional Ranking Framework. The college is ranked 6th by NIRF 2023 under the Management category and 4th by Business Today and Outlook 2023 for MBA. Hence, it is one of the top-ranked colleges in India which offers postgraduate courses to students across various specialisations. Apply early as the seats are limited and the students applying for various courses are many.

Q: Β  What is the rank of IIM Lucknow for MBA?
A: 
IIM Lucknow is ranked at the sixth position by the National Institutional Ranking Framework 2023 under the Management category. In addition, Business Today has placed it at fourth position for its Management programme. Thus, it is one of the top-ranked colleges in India which offers postgraduate courses to students across various specialisations. 
Q: Β  What is the basic criteria that decide the overall QS Ranking for any college including IIM Lucknow?
A: 

The overall QS Ranking for any college, including IIM Lucknow, is decided based on Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, etc. These parameters are taken into consideration to decide a score for the college and ranks it accordingly.

 

 

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IIM Lucknow Placements 2025

CourseMedian Salary
MBA/PGDM
β‚Ή31 LPA
Executive MBA/PGDM
β‚Ή27.19 LPA

Top Recruiters

Tata Motors
Accenture
IndusInd Bank
EXL Services
Wipro
Ernst & Young
Tata Steel
Deloitte
Cipla
WELSPUN
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Q: Β  Which IIM has highest placement package?
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Refer to the table below to know which IIM has the highest package:

Particulars Highest Package (2024)Average Package (2024)Offers Made (2024)
IIM Lucknow INR 30 LPA INR 123 LPA600+
IIM Kozhikode INR 31.02 LPAINR 67.02 LPA559
IIM Calcutta INR 35.07 LPAINR 115 LPA573
IIM Indore INR 25.68 LPAINR 100 LPANA

 

Q: Β  Who were the recruiters at IIM Lucknow placements?
A: 

The leading corporate giants that visited the institute campus for participation in IIM Lucknow placements 2025 are mentioned below:

IIM Lucknow Top Recruiters

Microsoft

P&G

Accenture

Deloitte

PwC

BCG

American Express

Mc Kinsey & Company

EY

Bain & Company

Zomato

Adobe

ITC

Walmart

Q: Β  Which was the top sector during IIM Lucknow summer placements for PGP SM?
A: 

During IIM Lucknow summer placements for PGP SM batch 2023-25, 32% of offers were from IT sector. Take a look at the below snip presenting the sector-wise split of PGP SM summer placements for batch 2023-25:

IIM Lucknow placements

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Q: Β  How are the placement opportunities at IIM Lucknow?
A: 

IIM Lucknow offers good placements annually to its PGP, PGP ABMand IPMX students. Check out the table for more clarity on IIM Lucknow placements 2025:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2025)

the highest Package (domestic)

INR 75 LPA

the highest Package (international)

INR 65 LPA

Average Package

 

PGP & PGP ABM: INR 32.3 LPA

PGP SM: INR 22.66 LPA

IPMX: INR 27.72 LPA

Median Package

PGP & PGP ABM: INR 31 LPA

PGP SM: INR 20 LPA

IPMX: INR 27.19 LPA

Total Offers

PGP & PGP ABM: 604

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Scholarships 2026

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Need Based IIML Scholarships:
The institute has instituted a need based scholarship for students based on family income. Any student, irrespective of caste, creed, gender, religion whose total annual gross family income (self, parents, spouse) falls in the eligibility criteria can apply for the same.

The eligibility criteria and disbural criteria would be announced post the admissions. The scholarship is for a period of one year (and no auto renewal is applicable). The disbursal is done term wise, and is subject to completion of academic requirements of the term.

No student can avail more than one scholarship.

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Q: Β  Is studying at IIM Lucknow expensive?
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No, studying at IIM Lucknow is not very expensive but it also depends on person to person. So for students finding the fee expensive, there is always an option of the scholarships. For scholarship details, students can visit the official website and ask for the same. 

Q: Β  How can I get admission to the IIM Lucknow PGP course?
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For admission to IIM Lucknow flagship Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM/ MBA) and PGP ABM and PGP SM programmes, the institute accepts CAT scores. After the release of CAT results, the institute shortlists candidates based on their CAT scores, work experience, academic performance, and several other factors for the WAT and PI rounds. Admissions are possible only after clearing the selection rounds. 

Q: Β  Can I take admission in IIML University without CUET UG exam?
A: 
The modes of Indian Institute of Management Lucknow course admissions are online and offline. Admission to various courses is based on merit and entrance exam scores. The accepted entrance exams at IIM Lucknow are GMAT GATE CAT GRE and CSIR NET. Hence without the CUET UG exam, admissions are possible at IIM Lucknow.
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Q: Β  How is the campus life at IIM Lucknow compared to other universities in India?
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IIM Lucknow has a vibrant campus. Students can take part in various clubs available at the college. This helps in enhancing the skills of the students. The below-mentioned are the clubs available in the colleges:

IIM Lucknow Clubs
Music Band – 3.4AbhivyaktiRandom Walk
Credence CapitalForty TwoRight Angles
Quizzing CommonersToastmastersManfest-Varchasva

Hence, IIM Lucknow campus life is quite good. 

Q: Β  Which is the top recruiting domain at IIM Lucknow in comparison to other IIMs?
A: 

The majority of students (37%) placed during IIM Lucknow placements received opportunities in the Consulting domain. The second in the sequence was the Product Management domain with 19% of the students placed.

IIML is ranked at 6th position in the NIRF Management ranking 2023. The other closely ranked IIMs that a student might want to compare are IIM Kozhikode, IIM Calcutta and IIM Indore ranked at 3rd, 4th, and 8th position in the NIRF ranking 2023 (Management). For all four IIMs, Consulting emerged as the top preference among the students, with the highest placement rate. Around 33% of IIM Kozhikode students who passed out in 2024 received opportunities in the Consulting domain. For IIM Indore and IIM Calcutta, the placement share in Consulting was 25% and 40.50%, respectively. The detailed domain-wise distribution of IIM Lucknow and other closely ranked IIMs is presented below:

Domain

IIM Lucknow

IIM Kozhikode

IIM Calcutta*

IIM Indore

Consulting

37%

33%

40.50%

25%

Finance

16%

28%

15%

19%

General Management

12%

8%

14.30%

25%

Operations

3%

6%

3%

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Product Management

19%

N/A

18.20%

N/A

Sales & Marketing

13%

10%

9%

19%

*The stats mentioned are for 2023 as the 2024 details are yet to be released.

Q: Β  Is IIM Calcutta MBA fee affordable than IIM Lucknow?
A: 

Both IIM Lucknow and IIM Calcutta fee for MBA falls on a higher side. However comparing the two, we can know which one has a lower fee. Below is the fee for both the IIMs MBA courses:

IIMsTotal Tuition Fee
IIM Calcutta MBAINR 25 lakh
IIM Lucknow MBAINR 7.60 lakh - INR 12.6 lakh
Q: Β  Is IIM Lucknow affordable than private Management colleges in Lucknow?
A: 

The fee for MBA in IIM Lucknow is similar to private Management colleges. Below is IIM Lucknow MBA fee comparison with other private institutes in Lucknow:

Top Private Management Colleges in Lucknow 

Total Tuition Fee

Jaipuria Lucknow MBA

INR 13.5 lakh

Amity Lucknow MBA

INR 9.04 Lacs - INR 13.08 lakh

IILM Lucknow MBA

INR 4.2 Lacs - INR 5.2 lakh

IIM Lucknow Application Process 2026

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Q: Β  How do I get admission to the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow?
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Candidates who have missed the CAT examinations must not worry. Follow the IIM Lucknow admission process mentioned below:

Step 1: Register for the CAT examinations to get admission in this college. 

Step 2: Appear for the exams.

Step 3: Take part in the complete selection process, such as PI and others.

Step 4: Confirm the available seat by paying the admission fee.

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IIM Lucknow has a satellite campus in Noida. IIM Lucknow offers various facilities to students like labs, modern classrooms, and others. IIM Lucknow is a fully residential college, offering various housing capabilities for around 500 students and around 75 faculty. The college has a huge campus of 200 acres.

Q: Β  Is it necessary to stay in hostel for IIM Lucknow students?
A: 

No, it is not mandatory to stay in hostel for IIM Lucknow students. However, it is always convinent to stay close to the campus. Students can reach the campus as and when required in short-time. The institute provides air-conditioned hostel for both boys and girls. The hostels have basic amenities such as waster purifiers, common room, recreation room, etc. for students.

Q: Β  How is the infrastructure of IIM Lucknow?
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Spread across 185 acre of land, Indian Institute of Management Lucknow provides excellent infrastructure and various other facilities for the students. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM-Lucknow) has one of the most beautiful campuses in India. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow has a library, computer centre (with state-of-the-art computing facilities), and an administrative block. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow also has a 20-acre satellite campus located in Noida exclusively for Executive education.
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IIM Lucknow FAQs

Q: Β  How can I do PhD from IIM Lucknow?
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For admission PhD/FPM in IIM Lucknow, aspirants must meet the minimum eligibility requirements. Eligible candidates can download the application from the IIM Lucknow official website. After filling out the application, it has to be sent by post to the authorities. Further, applicants are shortlisted for the interview round based on merit in CAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT or JRF/SRF (UGC/CSIR/ICAR). The final seat allotment is carried out on the basis of candidates' overall performance in the selection rounds and academic records. A selection list shall be released and the candidates are also informed over mail or SMS.

Q: Β  Is it easy to survive at IIM Lucknow as a fresher?
A: 

IIM Lucknow is a top Management college where every student aspiring for a good career in the Management field wants to go. Surviving in this college is quite easy for hardworking students. The environment of the college is quite welcoming for the fresh students. For freshers, IIM Lucknow has a good environment to study, learn, and enjoy. 

Q: Β  Which was the top sector during IIM Lucknow summer placements for PGP SM?
A: 

During IIM Lucknow summer placements for PGP SM batch 2023-25, 32% of offers were from IT sector. Take a look at the below snip presenting the sector-wise split of PGP SM summer placements for batch 2023-25:

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Q: Β  What is the fees for FPM course at IIM Lucknow?
A: 

There are multiple components included in the total course fee such as tuition fee, caution deposit, etc. The total tuition fee for IIM Lucknow FPM & EFPM course range between INR 5 Lacs and INR 7.5 lakh. This fee is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative. 

Q: Β  Are Class 12 marks important for IIM Lucknow MBA admission?
A: 

Yes, IIM Lucknow MBA admission is based on candidates' performance in their Class 12 marks along with other parameters. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow offers admission to its flagship PGP course on the basis of valid CAT scores, followed by a Written Ability Test and Personal Interview (WAT-PI) round. Candidates will be shortlisted for WAT-PI on the basis of their CAT 2024 score, previous academic performance, and other criteria. 

Q: Β  How to get admission to the FPM course offered at IIM Lucknow?
A: 

Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow provides admission to FPM courses based on GMAT/CAT/GRE/CSIR NET score followed by a personal interview round. IIM Lucknow also offers Fellowship Programme for Management to students with a master's degree. Apart from the FPM course, this Management institute also offers a part-time non-residential Executive Fellow Programme in Management (EFPM).

Q: Β  What is the minimum eligibility criteria for admission to FPM?
A: 

Candidates seeking admission to the IIM Lucknow FPM course must have a Masters's/ bachelor's degree or its equivalent in any discipline with a minimum of 55% aggregate. Also, applicants must not be more than 55 years old as of June 30 of the admission year. Apart from the minimum eligibility criteria, IIM Lucknow also accepts national-level entrance exams for admission to this course. For more details regarding IIM Lucknow University FPM eligibility and selection criteria, click here. 

Q: Β  What is the tuition fee structure for the IIM Lucknow Executive MBA?
A: 

The Executive MBA courses offered by IIM Lucknow are of one or two years long. Candidates who get selected for admission have to pay the admission fee amount. There are multiple components included in the fee structure. Check below the tuition fees for both the programmes:

  • PGPM for Working Professional: INR 11 lakh
  • IPMX: INR 26 lakh

It must be noted that the mentioned fee is as per the official website/ sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Q: Β  What is the MBA fee at the IIM Lucknow?
A: 

IIM Lucknow MBA fee structure is cumulative of various components, such as tuition fee, admission fee, refundable deposits, etc. Once selection procedure is completed, the candidates have to pay the admission fee amount to lock their seats. IIM Lucknow MBA tuition fees is INR 12.6 lakh. This fee amount is as per the official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.

Q: Β  What is the FPM course of IIM Lucknow?
A: 

Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow offer Fellow Programme in Management (FPM). It is a full-time residential programme to be completed in four years and six months. Candidates wanting to pursue this course must meet the minimum eligibility requirements. Moreover, the selection is done based on merit in CAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT or JRF/SRF (UGC/CSIR/ICAR) followed by a personal interview round. Read more about the course here.

Q: Β  Which MBA specialisations are available at IIM Lucknow?
A: 

IIM Lucknow offer MBA/ PGP courses in different specialisations. The duration of these programmes is two years. Candidates are selected for admission based on CAT scores. Mentioned below are the available courses:

Q: Β  How is the placement of IIM Lucknow?
A: 

 The students of the PGP and PGP - ABM batch 2025 secured 604 job offers in the academic year 2024-25. The highest and average package offered to the PGP and PGP - ABM students was INR 75 LPA and INR 32.3 LPA. Check out the table for more clarity on IIM Lucknow placements:

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Placement Statistics (2025)

the highest Package (domestic)

INR 75 LPA

the highest Package (international)

INR 65 LPA

Average Package

 

PGP & PGP ABM: INR 32.3 LPA

PGP SM: INR 22.66 LPA

IPMX: INR 27.72 LPA

Median Package

PGP & PGP ABM: INR 31 LPA

PGP SM: INR 20 LPA

IPMX: INR 27.19 LPA

Total Offers

PGP & PGP ABM: 604

Q: Β  Why fee is high for MBA in IIM Lucknow?
A: 

As per the information on web, IIM fee high due to the funding by private bodies. The total tuition fee for IIM Lucknow MBA ranges between INR 7.6 lakh and INR 12.6 lakh. Students opting for MBA from IIM Lucknow gets a high ROI. The average package offered to MBA students ranges between INR 28 Lacs and INR 30 lakh. 

Q: Β  Is it worth getting admission at IIM Lucknow?
A: 

IIM Lucknow is a good college. One which is ranked quite high in terms of the Management colleges present in India. The key highlights of IIM Lucknow placements 2024 are presented below:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2024)
the highest package

- PGP & PGP ABM: INR 65 LPA (international)/ INR 1.23 crore per annum (domestic)

- PGP SM: INR 45.37 LPA

Average package

- PGP & PGP ABM: INR 30 LPA

- PGP SM: INR 20.14 LPA

- IPMX: INR 25.53 LPA

Average package of top 25%

- PGP SM: INR 30.21 LPA

- IPMX: INR 34 LPA

Average package of top 50%

- PGP SM: INR 25.25 LPA

- IPMX: INR 30 LPA

Median package

- PGP & PGP ABM: INR 27 LPA

- PGP SM: INR 18.05 LPA

- IPMX: INR 24.47 LPA

Placement rate

- PGP & PGP ABM: 100%

Companies participated

- PGP SM: 29

Offers made

- PGP & PGP ABM: 600+

Looking at the placements mentioned above one can say that it is one of the top ranked colleges present in India. 

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Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow offers a large diversity of courses to students in Management field. IIM Lucknow admissions are held on the basis of entrance test. Students seeking course admissions must clear their previous qualifying examination and appear for the prescribed entrance exam

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IIM Lucknow International Programme in Management for Executives or IPMX is a one-year programme. It is offered at the Noida campus of the institute. The residential course is ideal for mid/ senior level professionals. IIM Lucknow IPMX selection is done based on GMAT/ GMAT Focus Edition/ GRE scores.

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IIM Lucknow accept applications in online mode for the Executive MBA programme. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the course admission. The steps to be followed for the online application form filling are mentioned below:

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