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IIM Lucknow MBA Courses & Fees 2025: Dates, Admission 2025, Eligibility & Selection, Ranking, Cutoff

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IIM Lucknow MBA Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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  • CAT
  • GMAT
  • CUET-PG
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  • Graduation score50%
    iconReturn on Investment
    Total Tuition Fees 7.6L - 12.6L
    Average Package 18.1L - 27L
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    Q:   How to apply for Executive MBA at IIM Lucknow?

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    Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow accept applications via its official website. Candidates are advised to check out the eligibility criteria before applying to a course. The steps to be followed for IIM Lucknow Executive MBA application form submission are as follows:

    Step 1: Visit the official website.

    Step 2: Click on "Apply".

    Step 3: Fill out the required details, such as name, email ID, etc.

    Step 4: Upload the required documents.

    Step 5: Payment of the application fee.

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    Q:   Who is eligible for MBA at IIM Lucknow?

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    To be eligible for admission to PGP courses, aspirants must meet the criteria as mentioned below:

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a UGC-recognised university after at least 12 years of school education with at least 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA (45% in case of SC/ST/PwD candidates).
    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (4 years after 10+2/Post BSc/Post Diploma) or BE/BTech equivalent examinations, of Professional Societies, recognised by MHRD/UPSC/AICTE (eg. AMIE by Institution of Engineers - India, AMICE by the Institute of Civil Engineers India) can also apply.
    • Moreover, any qualifications recognised by the Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi which is equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree awarded by UGC recognised University/Institutions are also acceptable.

    For MBA MBA in Entreprenueship & Innovation, aspirants with a valid Bachelor's degree in any discipline can apply. For more details about IIM Lucknow PGP/MBA programmes, Click Here.

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    Q:   What is the fees for IIM Lucknow MBA?

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    The total course fee is a cumulative of multiple fee components, including tuition fee, security deposit, admission fee, etc. Find below the IIM Lucknow MBA/PGP fee for the offered programmes:

    Specialisation

    Total Tuition Fee*

    General

    INR 12.6 lakh

    Agri-business Management 

    INR 12.6 lakh

    Sustainable Management

    INR 12.6 lakh

    MBA in Entreprenueship & Innovation

    INR 7.6 lakh

    *The fee given above is from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.

    Other than the course fee, students are required to pay the registration fee for CAT. The application fee is INR 2,400 for General, EWC and  NC-OBC and INR 1,200 for SC, ST and PWD. For more details about IIM Lucknow MBA, Click Here.

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    Q:   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

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    Q:   What is the salary after MBA in IIM Lucknow?

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    The institute has released the salary data for PGP & PGP ABM, PGP SM, and IPMX students passing out in 2024. Take a look at the table below to know the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow packages trend for the past three years:

    ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2022)Placement Statistics (2023)Placement Statistics (2024)
    Average package

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 31.03 LPA

    - PGP SM: INR 21.05 LPA

    - IPMX: INR 24.66 LPA

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 32.20 LPA

    - PGP SM: INR 30.44 LPA

    - IPMX: INR 26.47 LPA

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 30 LPA

    - PGP SM: INR 20.14 LPA

    - IPMX: INR 25.53 LPA

    the highest package

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 61.59 LPA (international)/ INR 58 LPA (domestic)

    - PGP SM: INR 35.04 LPA

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 65 LPA (international)/ INR 1 crore per annum (domestic)

    - PGP SM: INR 66 LPA

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

    - PGP SM: INR 45.37 LPA

    Median package

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 29 LPA 

    - PGP SM: INR 18.60 LPA

    - IPMX: INR 24 LPA

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 30 LPA

    - PGP SM: INR 28 LPA

    - IPMX: INR 26.62 LPA

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 27 LPA

    - PGP SM: INR 18.05 LPA

    - IPMX: INR 24.47 LPA

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    IIM Lucknow MBA Admission Dates 2025

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    Dec '24-Feb '25
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    Mar '25
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    DatesPast Events
    19 Dec '24
    CAT 2024 result announcement
    5 Nov '24 - 24 Nov '24
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    Q:   How can I get admission to IIM Lucknow for MBA?

    A: 

    Indian Institute of Management Lucknow admission to PGP courses is based on CAT score. Candidates are shortlisted for the Written Ability Test and Personal Interview rounds on the basis of their performance in the CAT, scholastic achievement and relevant work experience. CAT is the computer-based test conducted for providing admission to PGP courses. For MBA in Entreprenurship and Innovation, aspirants are directly called for personal interview after shortlisting.

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    Q:   How can I apply for MBA at IIM Lucknow?

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    Candidates seeking admission in a IIM Lucknow MBA or PGP course are required to complete CAT registration process. It is advised that the aspirants check out the eligibility criteria before filling out the application. Further, the step-by-step process to apply online for CAT is explained below:

    1. Visit the CAT 2024 official website.
    2. Click on "New Registration" and register by entering a few basic details.
    3. Login with the ID and fill out the application form.
    4. Upload the required documents.
    5. Pay the application fee via credit/debit card or net banking.

    Read moreCAT Registration Process 2024

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    Q:   What is the eligibility for admission to the Executive MBA course offered at IIM Lucknow?

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    It is compulsory that each of the aspirant fulfils the minimum eligibility requirement and hold the relevant documents for verification as well. Candidate needs to complete a bachelor's degree in any discipline or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate and a minimum of three years full-time post-qualification (after graduation) work experience as on December 31, of the admission year to apply for the PGPWE course. Read about Career Scope of Executive MBA.

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

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    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

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    Q:   Does IIM Lucknow accept CAT for the Executive MBA course?

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    Yes, CAT is accepted for IIML PGPWE course. Admission to PGPWE course is entrance-based. CAT is not compulsory to get admission in this course. Along with CAT, the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow also accepts GRE, GMAT and GATE scores for providing admission. After passing any of the required entrance exams, candidates can apply for admission by visiting the IIML official website. 

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    IIM Lucknow MBA Cutoff 2024

    MBA/PGDM CAT Cut Off 2023: Year-Wise percentileAccordion Icon V3
    Post Graduate Program in Agribusiness Management (PGP-ABM) - IIM Lucknow : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
    Section202120222023
    Overall979797
    Quants979797
    VA-RC979797
    DI-LR979797
    Discontinued (Sep 2024) - Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) - IIM Lucknow : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
    Section202120222023
    Overall979797
    Quants979797
    VA-RC979797
    DI-LR979797
    Post Graduate Program in Sustainable Management (PGP-SM) - IIM Lucknow - Indian Institute of Management - Noida Campus : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
    Section202120222023
    Overall979797
    Quants979797
    VA-RC979797
    DI-LR979797
    MBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation - IIM Lucknow : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
    Section2023
    Overall97
    Quants97
    VA-RC97
    DI-LR97

    IIM Lucknow MBA Curriculum

    SpecializationCurriculum
    Post Graduate Program in Agribusiness Management (PGP-ABM),IIM Lucknow
    Discontinued (Sep 2024) - Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM),IIM Lucknow
    Post Graduate Program in Sustainable Management (PGP-SM),IIM Lucknow - Indian Institute of Management - Noida Campus
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    Q:   Is summer training included in IIM Lucknow PGP curriculum?

    A: 

    Yes, the IIML PGP course curriculum includes a two-month long compulsory summer training. This training in industrial and business organisations includes the first year course work. During the training programmes, candidates get to work on specific, time constrained organisation related assignments.

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    IIM Lucknow MBA Placements 2024

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    Q:   How is your experience at IIM Lucknow? What are the job prospects after completing MBA?

    A: 

    MBA from IIM Lucknow is a good experience I would say. One cannot ask for less or more, in terms of education, extra-curricular, industry interactions, faculty, amenities, and most importantly food. The scope, I would say, is endless. It depends from person to person and not on the campus alone. Apart from placements, the campus has witnessed budding entrepreneurs too. The college will definitely give you the right direction to think and make way for yourself. As far as campus placements are concerned, one can take up jobs in Marketing, Finance, IT, Consulting, HR, Systems, Data Analytics, etc.

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    Q:   What is the highest package of IIM Lucknow?

    A: 

    The IIM Lucknow highest package (international) offered during 2024 placements of PGP and PGP ABM courses was INR 65 LPA and the highest domestic package stood at INR 1.23 crore per annum. Over the past three years of placements (2022 to 2024), an improving trend was observed in the PGP & PGP ABM highest domestic package. On the other hand, a fluctuating trend was recorded in PGP SM highest package. It increased from 2022 to 2023 and declined from 2023 to 2024. See the table below showcasing IIM Lucknow highest package trends:

    Particulars

    Placement Statistics (2022)

    Placement Statistics (2023)

    Placement Statistics (2024)

    Highest package

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 61.59 LPA (international)/ INR 58 LPA (domestic)

    - PGP SM: INR 35.04 LPA

    - PGP & PGP ABM: INR 65 LPA (international)/ INR 1 crore per annum (domestic)

    - PGP SM: INR 66 LPA

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

    - PGP SM: INR 45.37 LPA

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    Q:   What is the average package offered to MBA students at IIM Lucknow?

    A: 

    IIM Lucknow concluded the final placements for PGP and PGP ABM 2023 passing out batch with 100% students placed in various top companies. A total of 632 job offers were made to 556 students. The IIM Lucknow average package for PGP and PGP ABM stood at INR 32.2 LPA. The the highest package and median package offered during PGP SM placements in 2023 were INR 66 LPA and INR 28 LPA, respectively. Around 25 companies participated in the IIM Lucknow placements for 2023 for PGP SM. Further, over 90 companies participated in the IPMX placements for 2023 and Consulting emerged as one of the top recruiting sectors. 

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    IIM Lucknow MBA Rankings 2024

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    Q:   What is the rank of IIM Lucknow for MBA?

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    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. 
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    4.5/5
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    Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.3
    Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.5
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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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    4.6
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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.
    Reviewed on 28 May 2023Read More
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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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    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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    Review of IIM Lucknow - Indian Institute of Management.
    Placements: Our college is well-known for its placements. Around 90% of students got placed in our college in summer placements. The highest domestic salary package offered is 60 LPA. The average salary package offered is 50 LPA. The lowest salary package offered is 30 LPA. Top recruiting companies for summer placements in 2022 are Tata Consultancy, Axis Bank, Boston Consultancy, Jindal Steel, etc. Students are eligible for an internship in the last two months of the year. Almost 100% of students got placement in well-known firms like Amazon, ICICI, General Insurance, Adani Consultancy Services, etc.
    Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is good. There is comfortable furniture in the college. Our campus is high-speed internet enabled. There is an excellent and well-stocked library with a silent atmosphere of self-study. The hostel is average. The hostel furniture is good. The food served in the hostel canteen is expensive. Medical facilities are good. Our college provides us with sports facilities.
    Faculty: Our teachers are highly qualified and experienced. They know how to deliver content to students. They have good teaching techniques. They solve all doubts of students. The course curriculum is relevant and makes students industry-ready. Semester exams are moderate, but you have to study throughout the year to pass the exam. Around 95% of students pass the exam.
    Other: I opted for this course because I want to learn about management. The hostel facilities should be improved. They should make the canteen cost-effective. Our college provides various scholarship programs based on financial condition and intelligence.
    Reviewed on 30 Jan 2023Read More
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    IIM Lucknow MBA Scholarships 2025

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    Q:   Is there scholarship in IIM Lucknow?

    A: 

    Indian Institute of Management Lucknow offers scholarships to postgraduate and undergraduate course students as financial assistance. Find below details of the scholarships offered by the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow:

    1. Need-based Scholarships: Any student, irrespective of creed, caste, gender, or religion whose total gross family income (self, spouse, parents) falls in the eligibility criteria can apply for the scholarship.
    2. Complimentary scholarships
    3. Fellowship programmes, etc.
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    IIM Lucknow MBA 2025 FAQs

    Q:   Is PGPWE from IIM Lucknow good enough to push someones career in a better direction?

    A: 

    IIM Lucknow offers a two-year Post-Graduate Programme in Management for Working Executives (PGPWE), previously known as the Working Managers' Programme (WMP). The PGPWE is a uniquely designed programme for working executives, entrepreneurs and professionals, who desire to enhance their managerial knowledge and skills through formal management education while continuing to work full-time in their ongoing professions/businesses. The specific objectives of the programme are to enable the executives to: 

    • Comprehend the meaning of the socio-economic, technological and ecological environment of modern societies and their characteristic values
    • Acquire the prevailing state-of-art knowledge and skills in the functional areas of management
    • Develop analytical and innovative foresight to gauge change holistically, and to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of business systems
    • Value societal well-being and the responsibility of corporate citizens
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    Q:   When will CAT 2023 result be declared for IIM Lucknow admission?

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    For admission to IIM Lucknow for the flagship MBA (or PGP) course, the result of CAT 2023 can be expected by the last week of December 2023 (If the CAT conducting body follows the trend as in 2022). However, if the trend is not followed, the same will most probably be out by the first week of January 2024. After the release of result, the exam takers will be able to download their CAT scorecards from the official website using their login credentials for IIM Lucknow admission.

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    Q:   What is the CAT percentile required to get into IIM Lucknow other than General category students?

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    CAT 2023 is yet to be held. Candidates can check previous year CAT 2022 percentile required to get into IIM Lucknow other than General category students from the table below:

    PGP
    CategoryVARCDILRQATotal
    EWS77777782
    NC-OBC77777782
    SC55555565
    ST50505060
    PwD50505060
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    Q:   How can I prepare for admission at IIM Lucknow?

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    CAT is a highly competitive exam which is a must-have for admission to other top Management colleges and IIMs. A well-planned strategy along with a correct approach is essential for admission to MBA courses in India, especially in the top MBA colleges in India. A preparation strategy that will help you ace the CAT exam for admission to IIM Lucknow is as follows:

    Read more about the CAT preparation strategy.

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    Q:   Can I fill the CAT application form offline?

    A: 

    No, the CAT application form can only be filled out online on the official website iimcat.ac.in. There is no option to submit the CAT form in offline mode. Candidates will have to create an account on the CAT website once the registrations begin and fill out the CAT form through that candidate account. Candidates must also note that no other website hosts the CAT form other than iimcat.ac.in 

    There is no provision of paying CAT fees in cash, challan or Demand Draft either. The CAT registration fee can be paid online only through Internet banking, credit/debit cards or mobile wallets only. The payment window will be available in the candidate dashboard as part of the CAT application form. Candidates have to simply follow the instructions to pay the fee. Candidates must note that fee payment is mandatory for CAT form filling. Until the fee is paid successfully, the form will not be accepted. Thus, candidates must check the fee payment acknowledgement slip after making the payment.

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    Q:   Is IIM Lucknow good for MBA?

    A: 

    Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow has been ranked at the seventh spot in the NIRF 2024 rankings. Moreover, as per the media reports, the summer placements for batch 2024-26 was concluded with all 576 PGP and PGP ABM students receiving internship offers. The highest domestic stipend stood at INR 3.95 lakh per month and the highest international stipend offered was INR 1.75 lakh per month. Additionally, the IIM Lucknow average and median stipends stood at INR 1.43 lakh per month and INR 1.50 lakh per month, respectively. 

    The average package offered in 2024 placements stood at INR 30 LPA for PGP and PGP ABM, INR 20.14 LPA for PGP SM, and INR 25.53 LPA for IPMX. 

    Check below what students have to say about IIM Lucknow MBA:

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    Q:   Are CAT 2023 dates out for admission to IIM Lucknow?

    A: 

    Yes, CAT 2023 dates for admission to IIM Lucknow are out. To apply for the CAT exam, candidates are required to create an account, fill the CAT registration form and pay the exam application fee. The 2023 CAT form have to be submitted by a certain deadline after which no application will be accepted. For 2023 CAT exam, CAT registration will go on between Aug 2 and Sep 20. The exam will be conducted on November 26, 2023. Students are required to appear for the CAT 2023 exam in Computer Based Testing mode at allotted test centres. CAT exam 2023 for IIM Lucknow admission will be held in three slots. These are as follows:

    • Morning slot: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
    • Afternoon slot: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
    • Evening slot: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

    Candidates who are willing to get into IIM Lucknow must mention the college name and course preference in their CAT application form to get a call (provided the student gets a valid score in the exam).

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    Q:   Can I get admission in IIM Lucknow with CAT percentile of 90 or below?

    A: 

    IIM Lucknow admission 2024 for the PGP batch of 2025-27 is based on CAT cutoff 2024, which is yet to be conducted. It is compulsory for students to meet both the sectional and overall cutoff. The IIM Lucknow cutoff, qualifying sectional cutoffs for PGP for General category candidates can be 85 each and the overall percentile requirement - 90. For final admission, the final cutoff for IIM Lucknow is much higher than the sectional cutoff and overall cutoff and generally may lie between 97 and 98. Candidates seeking admission to IIM Lucknow must appear for CAT and aim for the required qualifying scores.

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    Q:   How are the placements for IIM Lucknow PGP SM?

    A: 

    As per the latest report, Sustainability was the most sought-after domain with around 90% of offers extended. The table below depicts the domain-wise offers made during IIM Lucknow PGP SM placements 2024: 

    DomainPGP SM Placements (2024)- Offers
    Sustainability90%
    General Management10%

    In addition to this, 61% of companies offered roles in Sustainability Consulting. Take a look at the table below to know the company-wise bifurcation of roles offered during IIM Lucknow placements 2024 for PGP SM:

    Roles OfferedPGP SM Placements (2024)- Companies
    Sustainability Consulting61%
    Corporate Sustainability19%
    General Management8%
    Policy Research6%
    Product Management6%
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    Q:   Which was the top domain during IIM Lucknow placements for PGP and PGP ABM?

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    The highest package offered during 20243 placements was in the Product and Analytics domain. Check the domain-wise highest package and average package offered during IIM Lucknow placements 2024:

    Domain

    Highest Package (2024)

    Average Package (2024)

    Consulting 

    INR 45.30 LPA

    INR 33 LPA

    Finance

    INR 64 LPA

    INR 32.70 LPA

    General Management

    INR 33 LPA

    INR 26 LPA

    Product and Analytics

    INR 1.23 crore per annum

    INR 30.50 LPA

    Operations

    INR 35 LPA

    INR 29.30 LPA

    Sales and Marketing

    INR 36 LPA

    INR 23.50 LPA

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    Q:   In which specialisations is MBA offered at IIM Lucknow?

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    Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow offer PGP/MBA programmes across different specialisations. Duration of these courses range from 16 months to two-years. The offered courses are mentioned in the following table:

    IIM Lucknow PGP/MBA Courses
    General/PGPAgri-business ManagementSustainable Management
    MBA in Entreprenurship & Innovation--
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    Q:   How much is the IIM Lucknow MBA application fee?

    A: 

    For admission in MBA at IIM Lucknow, candidates have to complete CAT application procedure. The category-wise CAT application fee is mentioned in the following table:

    Category

    CAT Exam Fee

    General, EWS and NC-OBC

    INR 2,400

    SC, ST and PwD

    INR 1,200

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    Answered 4 days ago

    Choosing between University in USA and India it is based on your interests on some topics like

    1.curriculums

    Both the universities will be having good teaching faculty and good equipment of labs and good equipment of library

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    C Kranthi kumar

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    IIM Lucknow is a good college which ranks 5 in India and 85 globally by the FT Global 2024 rankings and continues to be a top choice for MBA aspirants in India and abroad. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow was established in 1984 and is accredited by the Association of MBAs  (AMBA) and the Asso

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    Liyansha Jain

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    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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    Liyansha Jain

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    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-

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    Liyansha Jain

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    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

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