About IIM Lucknow
Established in 1984, IIM Lucknow is the fourth Indian Institute of Management set up by the Government of India. Recognized as an “Institution of Excellence” by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, IIM Lucknow offers a range of programs, including the flagship Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP), Post Graduate Programme in Agribusiness Management (PGP-ABM), Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP), and the Fellow Programme in Management (FPM). The institute serves as a mentor for the newly established IIM Jammu, IIM Rohtak, and IIM Kashipur.
Latest Updates
NIRF 2024 Rankings: IIM Lucknow secured the 7th position among management institutions in India.
CAT 2024: The examination was held on November 24, 2024.
Admissions 2025: The admission process for the 2025-27 batch is underway, with shortlisting based on CAT 2024 scores.
Established: 1984
Type: Public Business School
Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Campus Size: 200 acres
Accreditation: AACSB, AMBA
NIRF Ranking 2024: 7th in Management
Top Recruiters: McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Accenture, Goldman Sachs, Amazon
Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP)
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD) and a valid CAT score.
Total Fees: ₹19.25 Lakhs
Post Graduate Programme in Agribusiness Management (PGP-ABM)
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or allied sciences with a minimum of 50% marks and a valid CAT score.
Total Fees: ₹19.25 Lakhs
Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP)
Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of work experience and a valid GMAT/GRE score.
Total Fees: ₹23.5 Lakhs
Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
Duration: 4-5 Years
Eligibility: Master’s degree or a professional qualification equivalent to a master’s degree.
Fees: Fully funded with a stipend.
For PGP and PGP-ABM
CAT 2024: Candidates must have appeared for CAT 2024.
Shortlisting: Based on CAT scores, academic performance, and other criteria.
Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT): Shortlisted candidates are invited for PI and WAT.
Final Selection: Based on CAT score, PI & WAT performance, academic background, and work experience.
For EPGP
Application: Submit application with GMAT/GRE scores.
Shortlisting: Based on test scores, academic record, and work experience.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for interviews.
Final Selection: Based on overall performance.
CAT 2024 Cutoff for PGP (General Category)
Overall Percentile: 90% (Minimum eligibility)
Sectional Percentiles:
VARC: 85%
DILR: 85%
QA: 85%
Note: Cutoffs vary for different categories and are subject to change each year.
PGP & PGP-ABM Placements
Total Students: 570
Total Offers Made: 600+
Average Package: ₹32.3 Lakhs per annum
Median Package: ₹27 Lakhs per annum
Highest Domestic Package: ₹75 Lakhs per annum
Highest International Package: ₹65 Lakhs per annum
Top Recruiting Sectors: Consulting, Finance, General Management, Product Management, Sales & Marketing, Operations & Retail, E-Commerce
Top Recruiters: McKinsey & Company, Bain & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Deloitte, EY Parthenon, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, Procter & Gamble, PwC, Tata Administrative Services, Zomato, Amazon
NIRF 2024: 7th in Management Category
Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2024: 85th globally
Need-Based Scholarships: Financial assistance for students from economically weaker sections.
Merit-Based Scholarships: Awards for outstanding academic performance.
Industry-Sponsored Scholarships: Offered by various corporations and organizations.
Campus Facilities
Academic Blocks: Modern classrooms and lecture halls equipped with the latest technology.
Library: Extensive collection of books, journals, and digital resources.
Hostels: Fully furnished accommodations with modern amenities.
Sports Facilities: Facilities for various indoor and outdoor sports.
Clubs and Committees: Various student-run clubs for extracurricular activities.
Events: Annual events like Manfest-Varchasva (management and cultural festival).
IIM Lucknow - FAQs
Q1: What is the fee structure for the PGP program at IIM Lucknow?
A: The total fee for the PGP program is ₹19.25 Lakhs for the 2025-27 batch.
Q2: What was the average package offered during the 2025 placements?
A: The average package for PGP & PGP-ABM was ₹32.3 Lakhs per annum.
Q3: What is the minimum CAT percentile required for admission?
A: The minimum eligibility is 90 percentile overall, with sectional cutoffs of 85% in VARC, DILR, and QA for general category candidates.
Q4: Does IIM Lucknow offer any executive programs?
A: Yes, IIM Lucknow offers the EPGP, a one-year full-time residential program for executives with significant work experience.
