IIM Lucknow

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow) is one of India’s most respected management institutes and part of the original “top four” IIMs. Established in 1984, IIM Lucknow operates from a 200‑acre fully residential campus in Lucknow and a second campus in Noida focused on executive education. IIM Lucknow offers a portfolio of programmes, including the two‑year MBA (PGP), MBA‑Agribusiness Management (MBA‑ABM), MBA‑Sustainable Management (MBA‑SM), one‑year IPMX, PGP for Working Executives, a blended MBA (bMBA), and doctoral programmes. With a total PGP fee of about ₹20.75 lakh and consistently strong (IIM Lucknow) Placements averaging around ₹30–32.3 LPA in recent years, IIM Lucknow offers one of the best combinations of brand, learning and ROI in India.

This section gives a clear, table‑rich view of admission timelines for IIM Lucknow’s flagship MBA programmes and key executive courses.

2.1 IIM Lucknow – MBA / MBA‑ABM / MBA‑SM Admission Timeline (Batch 2026–28)

IIM Lucknow uses CAT 2025 scores for admission to the 2026–28 batches of MBA, MBA‑ABM and MBA‑SM. Recent admission policies lay out a straightforward schedule:

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2.2 IIM Lucknow – IPMX & PGPWE Important Dates (Indicative)

IIM Lucknow runs its one‑year IPMX and the PGPWE (MBA for Working Executives) from the Noida campus.

IIM Lucknow – IPMX (1‑Year MBA) Typical Schedule

IIM Lucknow – PGPWE (Working Executives) Typical Schedule

Exact dates are published each year in separate admission notifications.

2.3 IIM Lucknow – bMBA (Blended MBA) Key Academic Milestones

IIM Lucknow’s blended MBA (bMBA) is a hybrid programme. A sample first‑year calendar shows:​

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IIM Lucknow has evolved into a multi‑programme, multi‑campus institution with offerings for fresh graduates, mid‑career professionals and senior leaders.

3.1 IIM Lucknow Programmes – At a Glance

Based on the official programme portfolio:

3.2 IIM Lucknow – MBA, MBA‑ABM & MBA‑SM

MBA (Flagship General Management Programme)

• Two‑year, full‑time, residential programme at Lucknow campus.

• First year: common core courses across economics, statistics, finance, marketing, operations, OB/HR, information systems and strategy.

• Second year: electives in finance, consulting, analytics, marketing, HR, operations, sustainability, public policy, etc.

• Participants from MBA and MBA‑ABM typically share a common (IIM Lucknow) Placements process.​

MBA‑ABM (Agribusiness Management)

• Same basic structure as MBA with additional agribusiness and rural‑oriented courses in each term.

• Students take the same core management subjects as MBA in year 1, plus ABM‑specific courses.

• In year 2, electives focus on agribusiness, rural marketing, value chains, and allied sectors.

• Crucially, MBA‑ABM students share the same (IIM Lucknow) Placements pool as MBA students; companies do not separate them in the process.​

MBA‑SM (Sustainable Management)

• Two‑year programme focusing on sustainability, ESG, environmental management and responsible business.

• Located at Noida campus; requires at least 24 months of work experience as additional eligibility.​

• Some independent (IIM Lucknow) Placements statistics are reported for MBA‑SM, with a mix of sustainability and general management roles.​

3.3 IIM Lucknow IPMX & PGPWE

IPMX – International Programme in Management for Executives

• One‑year, full‑time MBA‑level programme delivered from the Noida campus.​

• Target: professionals with minimum 5 years of work experience.

• Curriculum: general management with global business, leadership, and industry immersion components.

• IPMX has its own dedicated (IIM Lucknow) Placements process and publishes separate placement statistics.

PGPWE – MBA for Working Executives

• Two‑year programme (previously called WMP) aimed at working professionals with at least 3 years of experience.

• Structure: weekend and modular sessions at Noida campus, allowing participants to continue working.

• Award: MBA degree upon completion.

• Participants typically use this programme for career acceleration and lateral moves, rather than relying exclusively on central (IIM Lucknow) Placements.

3.4 IIM Lucknow bMBA, PhD & EFPM

bMBA – Blended MBA

• A flexible blended‑learning MBA combining online modules with short on‑campus immersions.

• Designed for professionals who cannot relocate yet want an IIM Lucknow credential.

PhD / FPM

• Full‑time research programmes in management disciplines such as finance, marketing, operations, OB & HR, strategy and systems.​

• Tuition is usually waived; stipends available for eligible scholars.

EFPM

• Executive‑format doctoral programme for senior leaders, spanning about four years.​

• Balances rigorous research with continued full‑time employment.

IIM Lucknow follows a multi‑stage, profile‑based process for each of its MBA programmes. Here’s a candidate‑friendly breakdown.

4.1 IIM Lucknow MBA / MBA‑ABM / MBA‑SM Admission Process (Batch 2026–28)

The admission policy for the 2026–28 batch lays out three main stages.

4.1.1 Stage 1 – Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3‑year or equivalent) with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/ST/PwD).

• Valid CAT 2025 score (for Indian applicants).

• For MBA‑SM, minimum 24 months of full‑time work experience as of a specified date is required in addition to the above.​

4.1.2 Stage 2 – Shortlisting for WAT–PI

Shortlisting is based on a composite score that heavily uses CAT scores plus profile components. Recent policies indicate:

• Minimum CAT 2025 percentile for PI shortlisting (Stage 1 cut‑off):

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• Sectional minimums for General category: around 85 percentile in VARC, DILR and QA each.​

Beyond this minimum, IIM Lucknow computes a composite score for PI calls:

For MBA / MBA‑SM, a typical structure is:

For MBA‑ABM, weights are similar but work‑experience may be treated differently, and academic diversity carries a higher weight (up to 20% for certain backgrounds).

4.1.3 Stage 3 – WAT–PI and Final Selection

Candidates shortlisted in Stage 2 undergo:

• WAT (Written Ability Test) – 30‑minute essay on a contemporary topic.​

• Personal Interview (PI) – assessing communication, conceptual clarity, leadership potential and programme fit.

Final selection is based on another composite score:

Indicative Final Weightages – MBA / MBA‑SM

For MBA‑ABM, CAT weight is typically 35% and work‑experience is not counted, while other components remain similar.​

The heavy weight for PI (40%) and relatively moderate weight for CAT (30–35%) mean good interview performance can significantly move the needle for final conversion and entry into future (IIM Lucknow) Placements.

4.2 IIM Lucknow IPMX & PGPWE Admission (Executive Programmes)

For executive programmes at Noida campus:

Common Elements:

• Eligibility:

  • PGPWE – Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks + minimum 3 years full‑time work experience.

  • IPMX – Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks + minimum 5 years work experience.

• Tests Accepted: GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE or a specially designed test depending on the programme.​

• Process: Application form → shortlisting → WAT/essay → PI → final offer.

These programmes have separate career support mechanisms and their own (IIM Lucknow) Placements statistics, especially for IPMX.

Now to the heart of the page: a data‑rich look at (IIM Lucknow) Placements across main programmes.

6.1 IIM Lucknow Placements 2024 – PGP & PGP‑ABM Highlights

According to the official 2024 final placement report and independent analyses:

IIM Lucknow PGP + PGP‑ABM Final Placements 2024

Metric	Statistic
Batch (PGP 38 + ABM 19)	576 students
Total Offers	634 offers
No. of Recruiters	200+
Placement Rate	100%
Highest Domestic CTC	₹1.23 crore per annum
Highest International CTC	₹65 LPA
Average CTC	₹30 LPA
Median CTC	₹27 LPA

Despite a softer macro environment compared to the previous year, (IIM Lucknow) Placements 2024 still delivered a ₹30 LPA average, underlining the institute’s resilience.

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6.2 IIM Lucknow Placements 2025 – Emerging Numbers

For the 2025 season, early data and summaries show:

• For PGP & PGP‑ABM, highest domestic package reported is ₹75 LPA and average package ₹32.3 LPA.

• For MBA‑SM, highest package is about ₹45.37 LPA and average package about ₹22.66 LPA.​

• Median packages are around ₹31 LPA for PGP & PGP‑ABM and ₹20 LPA for MBA‑SM.​

(IIM Lucknow) Placements 2025 – Snapshot

Programme	Highest CTC	Average CTC	Median CTC
MBA + MBA‑ABM	₹75 LPA (domestic)	₹32.3 LPA	₹31 LPA
MBA‑SM	₹45.37 LPA	₹22.66 LPA	₹20 LPA
IPMX (1‑year)	–	₹27.72 LPA	₹27.19 LPA

A multi‑year view of PGP + PGP‑ABM averages is equally impressive:​

Year	Average CTC – PGP & PGP‑ABM
2025	₹32.3 LPA
2024	₹30 LPA
2023	₹32.23 LPA
2022	₹31.03 LPA
2021	₹26 LPA
2020	₹24.25 LPA

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This trend chart clearly shows why (IIM Lucknow) Placements are consistently ranked among the best in the country.

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6.3 IIM Lucknow IPMX & PGPWE Placements

For executive programmes:

IPMX (1‑Year MBA for Executives) 2025 Highlights

Metric	Value
Average CTC	₹27.72 LPA
Median CTC	₹27.19 LPA
Average CTC – Top 10%	₹41.74 LPA
Average CTC – Top 50%	₹32.5 LPA
No. of Companies	29
% New Recruiters	38%

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PGPWE participants largely rely on lateral opportunities and internal growth, so a central (IIM Lucknow) Placements number is not always published, but the brand and networking ecosystem are significant.

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6.4 IIM Lucknow – Sector‑Wise Placement Insights

Sector‑wise, (IIM Lucknow) Placements 2024 show strong representation across consulting, finance and tech:

• Consulting – continued to be the top recruiting sector with around 38% share in 2024 and similar prominence in 2025; major global and Indian consulting firms participate.

• IT & Product / Tech – strong representation with product management, analytics and digital roles.

• BFSI – investment banking, corporate banking, markets, and allied financial roles.

• General Management & Leadership Tracks – offered by conglomerates and large corporates.

• Sales & Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain – steady demand from FMCG, e‑commerce and manufacturing.

This sectoral diversity ensures that (IIM Lucknow) Placements are not over‑dependent on any single industry.

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6.5 IIM Lucknow CAT Cut‑Offs – Qualifying vs Effective

From official admission policies and analyses:

Qualifying CAT 2025 Cut‑Off for IIM Lucknow PI Shortlisting (MBA)

Category	Overall Percentile	VARC	DILR	QA
General	90	85	85	85
OBC‑NCL / EWS	82	77	77	77
SC	65	55	55	55
ST / PwD	60	50–55	50–55	50–55

However, these are minimum eligibility cut‑offs. The effective final cut‑off for General category (the percentile at which most candidates actually get offers) is typically higher:

• Expected final CAT 2025 percentile for General candidates is around 91–92+ for selection into the 2026–28 MBA batch.​

• For reserved categories, final effective cut‑offs are lower but still competitive.

You can clearly explain to aspirants on your page: clearing 90 percentile may get a PI call, but targeting 95+ with a strong profile makes IIM Lucknow and (IIM Lucknow) Placements far more realistic.

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6.6 IIM Lucknow ROI – Fees vs (IIM Lucknow) Placements

Pulling numbers together:

Item	Value / Range
Total MBA Fee	₹20.75 lakh
Average CTC (PGP+PGP‑ABM 2025)	₹32.3 LPA
Average CTC (PGP+PGP‑ABM 2024)	₹30 LPA
Highest CTC (2024)	₹1.23 crore (domestic)
Highest CTC (2025)	₹75 LPA (domestic)

For many students, full fee recovery is possible within 2–3 years of working life, depending on role and savings rate. Over a 5–10 year timeframe, the compounding effect of strong (IIM Lucknow) Placements and brand recognition is substantial.

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7. More Facts About IIM Lucknow – Campus, Hostels & Life

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7.1 IIM Lucknow Campus & Infrastructure

• IIM Lucknow’s main campus spans over 200 acres, with well‑manicured lawns, tree‑lined avenues and dedicated academic blocks such as Chintan (Faculty), Bodhgriha (PGP), Manthan (MDP), and Gyanodaya (library).​

• Gyanodaya, the library, is a 30,000‑square‑foot two‑storied resource centre open 24×7, with tens of thousands of books and digital resources.​

• The campus includes a complete “township” with departmental stores, post office, banks, cafeteria and medical centre, so students rarely need to step outside for basic needs.

All these facilities create a high‑quality environment for learning, collaboration and preparation for future (IIM Lucknow) Placements.

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7.2 Hostels & Student Life at IIM Lucknow

From hostel and infrastructure overviews:

• IIM Lucknow offers single‑occupancy rooms in about 18 hostels, with separate accommodation for men and women and capacity for 750+ students.​

• Hostels are fully residential; PGP students are required to live on campus. Rooms include beds, study tables, chairs, wardrobes, washing machines, water coolers and common washrooms.

• Mess and food: the main mess (Annapoorna) provides four meals a day plus night mess up to 4 a.m., with both veg and non‑veg options.​

• Recreation and amenities:

  • Gyms, swimming pool, squash, tennis, basketball and badminton courts;

  • 24×7 Wi‑Fi, departmental store, bank branches and ATMs;

  • Medical centre with emergency facilities.

Students describe campus life as intense but rewarding, with clubs, committees and sports balancing out the rigour needed to sustain strong (IIM Lucknow) Placements.

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7.3 Culture, Clubs & Events at IIM Lucknow

• Academic clubs: consulting, finance, marketing, operations, analytics, entrepreneurship and sectoral groups supporting placement preparation.

• Cultural clubs: music, dance, dramatics, literature, photography, quiz, public speaking, etc.

• Flagship events: management festivals, guest lecture series, alumni conclaves and case competitions.

This ecosystem ensures that IIM Lucknow students are “industry ready” not only in terms of knowledge, but also soft skills essential for (IIM Lucknow) Placements.

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8. IIM Lucknow – FAQs

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Q1. What is the flagship programme at IIM Lucknow?

The flagship programme at IIM Lucknow is the two‑year full‑time MBA, previously known as the PGP. Alongside it, IIM Lucknow runs MBA‑ABM (Agribusiness Management) and MBA‑SM (Sustainable Management), which share a similar structure but with domain‑specific electives. Graduates from all three programmes feature in official (IIM Lucknow) Placements reports.

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Q2. What is the total fee for the MBA at IIM Lucknow?

The total fee for the MBA / MBA‑ABM / MBA‑SM at IIM Lucknow is currently ₹20.75 lakh for the entire two‑year duration. This covers tuition, academic facilities and most campus services. Hostel charges are generally integrated into the programme fee, while mess expenses are paid separately.

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Q3. How good are (IIM Lucknow) Placements?

(IIM Lucknow) Placements are among the best in India:

• For the PGP + PGP‑ABM batch of 2022–24, average CTC was ₹30 LPA, median CTC ₹27 LPA, and the highest domestic package ₹1.23 crore per annum.

• For the 2025 season, early numbers show an average package of ₹32.3 LPA and a highest domestic package of ₹75 LPA.

• 100% placement has been achieved consistently across recent years.

These numbers underpin IIM Lucknow’s strong ROI.

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Q4. What CAT percentile is required for IIM Lucknow?

IIM Lucknow’s minimum qualifying CAT 2025 percentile for PI shortlisting is 90 percentile overall for General category, with sectional minimums of about 85 percentile in each section. However, the effective final cut‑off for General candidates is expected to be around 91–92+ percentile, based on recent admission trends.

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Q5. Is work experience mandatory for IIM Lucknow?

Work experience is not mandatory for the two‑year MBA and MBA‑ABM at IIM Lucknow, but it does add weight in the composite score for PI shortlisting and final selection (especially for MBA and MBA‑SM, where work‑ex carries 5–10% weight). For MBA‑SM, IPMX and PGPWE programmes, work experience is compulsory.

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Q6. What programmes are offered at the Noida campus of IIM Lucknow?

The Noida campus of IIM Lucknow hosts primarily executive and specialised programmes:

• MBA‑SM (Sustainable Management) – 2‑year full‑time.

• IPMX – 1‑year full‑time MBA for executives.

• PGPWE – 2‑year MBA for working executives.

• Some doctoral and EFPM activities.

All of these benefit from IIM Lucknow’s brand and have their own (IIM Lucknow) Placements and career‑support structures.

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Q7. How is hostel life at IIM Lucknow?

Hostel life at IIM Lucknow is fully residential and a core part of the experience:

• Single‑occupancy rooms across 17–18 hostels, with all basic amenities.

• Central mess offering four meals a day and a night mess up to 4 a.m.​

• Extensive sports facilities, gyms, swimming pool, departmental store, bank branches and medical centre.

This environment supports both academic rigour and intense preparation for (IIM Lucknow) Placements.

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Q8. What kind of roles and sectors dominate (IIM Lucknow) Placements?

Recent (IIM Lucknow) Placements show strong representation in:

• Consulting – the top recruiting sector with around 38% of offers in some years.

• IT & Product / Tech – product management, analytics and digital transformation roles.

• BFSI – investment banking, corporate banking, fintech and markets roles.

• General Management & Leadership Tracks – at conglomerates and diversified groups.

• Sales & Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain – across FMCG, e‑commerce and manufacturing.

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Q9. Does IIM Lucknow provide scholarships or financial aid?

Yes. IIM Lucknow offers multiple scholarships, including need‑based, merit‑cum‑means and corporate‑funded awards. In addition, public sector and private banks offer education loans, often without collateral, because of trusted (IIM Lucknow) Placements and institutional reputation.

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Q10. Why should a CAT aspirant choose IIM Lucknow over other options?

Key reasons you can highlight on your college page:

• Top‑tier brand: One of the original “top four” IIMs.

• Programme diversity: MBA, MBA‑ABM, MBA‑SM, IPMX, PGPWE, bMBA and doctoral options.

• Strong (IIM Lucknow) Placements: Averages consistently around ₹30–32.3 LPA with very high peaks.

• Residential campus life: 200‑acre campus, strong peer group, excellent facilities.

• Balanced selection: CAT is important, but PI and WAT have high weight, rewarding well‑rounded profiles.

For aspirants targeting a mix of academic rigour, campus life and outstanding (IIM Lucknow) Placements, IIM Lucknow is easily among the most compelling options in India.