IIM Lucknow
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IIM Lucknow

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Ranking

#5

Courses

6 Programs

Type

Public

About IIM Lucknow

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIML), established in 1984, is one of India's premier management institutions and holds the status of an Institute of National Importance under the IIM Act, 2017. Located on a sprawling 185+ acre residential campus in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, IIM Lucknow is consistently ranked among India's top 5 IIMs by NIRF and in the top 60 globally by the Financial Times.
Its flagship Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) is a 2-year, fully residential MBA known for strong consulting placements, case-based pedagogy, and one of the largest alumni networks among the IIMs with 8,000+ senior leaders in CXO, consulting, and leadership roles globally.
The 2025 batch achieved 100% placements with 600+ offers from 180+ recruiters, an average CTC of ₹32.30 LPA, and a median CTC of ₹31 LPA — among the highest median salaries across all IIMs.

Why Choose IIM Lucknow?

IIM Lucknow offers exceptional ROI — ₹20.75 Lakh total fee vs. ₹32.30 LPA average CTC with payback under 8 months — alongside MBB consulting strength, a diverse programme portfolio including PGP-ABM and PGP-SM, and strong Financial Times global recognition.

Key Facts about IIM Lucknow

  • Established in 1984 — Institute of National Importance under the IIM Act, 2017.

  • NIRF #5 in India (Management) and #1 in Uttar Pradesh (2025).

  • FT Masters in Management #57 globally (2025) and FT MBA #58 globally (2026).

  • 100% placement — 600+ offers from 180+ recruiters for 2025 batch.

  • Average CTC ₹32.30 LPA and median CTC ₹31 LPA (2025).

  • Highest domestic CTC ₹75 LPA; highest international CTC ₹65 LPA.

  • 185+ acre fully residential campus in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

  • 8,000+ alumni in CXO, consulting, and leadership roles globally.

  • Diverse programme portfolio — PGP, PGP-ABM, PGP-SM, IPMX (Exec MBA), EFPM, FPM.

  • MBB consulting strength — McKinsey, BCG, Bain among top recruiters every year.

Courses Wise Fees Structure

CourseFull FeesDuration
MBA — PGP Full-Time₹20,75,000 total tuition2 Years
MBA — PGP-ABM (Agribusiness)₹20,75,000 total tuition2 Years
MBA — PGP-SM (Sustainable Management)₹14,30,000 total tuition2 Years
Executive MBA (IPMX)₹26,00,000+ total1 Year

Admission Process

1

Appear for CAT

Register and sit for the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted annually by the IIMs.

2

Shortlisting

Candidates shortlisted on CAT score, academic profile (10th, 12th, graduation marks), gender diversity, and work experience.

3

WAT + Personal Interview (PI)

Shortlisted candidates attend a Writing Ability Test followed by a Personal Interview at designated IIM Lucknow centres.

4

Final Merit List

Composite score based on CAT percentile, WAT/PI performance, academic record, and diversity factors.

5

Accept Offer & Pay Fees

Selected candidates confirm admission by accepting the offer and completing fee payment.

Documents Required

  • Class 10th Marksheet & Certificate
  • Class 12th Marksheet & Certificate
  • Graduation Transcripts & Degree Certificate (if applicable)
  • CAT Scorecard (current year)
  • Valid Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar / Passport)
  • Passport-sized Photographs
  • Category Certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD (if applicable)
  • Work Experience Certificate (if applicable)

₹32.30 LPA

Average CTC (2025)

₹31 LPA

Median CTC (2025)

₹75 LPA

Highest Domestic CTC

100%

Placement Rate

Top Recruiters

Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs
Google
Google
Microsoft
Microsoft
Amazon
Amazon
Deloitte
Deloitte
TCS
TCS
Infosys
Infosys
DELL
DELL

Placement by Sector — IIM Lucknow 2025

  • Strategy & Consulting: McKinsey & Company, BCG, Bain & Company, Accenture Strategy, EY-Parthenon — dominant placement sector.

  • Technology & Product: Amazon, Microsoft — strong product management and business analyst roles.

  • Finance & Banking: Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Chase & Co. — investment banking and financial consulting roles.

  • FMCG & Conglomerates: Hindustan Unilever Limited, Aditya Birla Group — brand management and general management roles.

Who Should Choose IIM Lucknow?

  • CAT 98+ Percentile Aspirants: Targeting a top-5 IIM with MBB consulting placement strength and strong employer brand recognition.

  • Consulting & Strategy Aspirants: Candidates seeking careers in management consulting, strategy, BFSI, or product management.

  • Experienced Professionals: Professionals with 2+ years experience targeting IIM brand with strong alumni access for leadership roles.

  • Niche MBA Track Seekers: Students targeting agribusiness (PGP-ABM) or sustainability (PGP-SM) at a lower fee point.

  • Global Ranking Seekers: Candidates who value international exposure and Financial Times global ranking recognition (top 60).

Scholarships Available

IIM Lucknow offers a range of need-based, merit-cum-means, and industry-sponsored scholarships to ensure financial barriers do not prevent deserving students from joining the programme.

Full tuition fee waiver Off

Need-Based Scholarship

Eligible: Family income ≤ ₹1.5 Lakh/year; up to 15% of students

Full tuition fee waiver for students from economically weaker backgrounds.

₹50,000/year + ₹2,200/year Off

Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship

Eligible: Family income ≤ ₹1.8 Lakh/year; up to 25% of students

Annual financial support combining merit and financial need criteria.

₹1,500/year Off

SC/ST Scholarship

Eligible: All SC/ST students

Annual scholarship for all SC/ST category students.

₹6,000 – ₹1,00,000/year Off

Industry-Sponsored Scholarships

Eligible: Merit-based selection by sponsoring companies

Corporate-sponsored scholarships awarded to outstanding students based on academic performance and profile.

Rankings & Accreditations

#5 in India

NIRF — Ministry of Education

Management · 2025

#1 in Uttar Pradesh

NIRF — Ministry of Education

Management · 2025

#57 Globally

Financial Times Masters in Management

Global MiM · 2025

#58 Globally

Financial Times Global MBA (IPMX)

Global MBA · 2026

Accreditations

Institute of National Importance — under the IIM Act, 2017 Autonomous institute under Ministry of Education, Government of India Member of the Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) network Recognised in Financial Times international rankings for both MiM and MBA programmes

185+ Acres

Campus Area

21

Hostel Blocks

Fully Residential

Campus Type

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Location

Hostel Amenities

  • 21 student hostels — dedicated separate blocks for PGP, doctoral, and executive students
  • Single-occupancy air-conditioned rooms for all PGP students with LAN and high-speed Wi-Fi
  • Student-run mess facilities in all hostels with common rooms and TV lounges
  • Gym, indoor games room, medical centre, and 24×7 security across hostel zones
  • P.K. Kelkar Library — 60,000+ books, journals, databases, and Bloomberg terminal access
  • Sports complex — aerobics, tennis, badminton, football, basketball, cricket, gymnasium
  • Incubation centre, auditoriums, and leadership development centres
  • International exchange facilities and global recruiter interaction spaces

Hostel Fee Structure

TypeAnnual Fees
Hostel & Mess ChargesAdditional — as per IIM Lucknow norms
Activity DepositAdditional — as per programme terms

4.7

8,500 Reviews

5 Star
85%
4 Star
68%
3 Star
30%
2 Star
10%
1 Star
5%

Best consulting exposure and peer learning at any IIM

The best part about IIM Lucknow is the consulting exposure and peer learning. The quality of placements, the alumni support, and the leadership environment make the MBA experience truly worthwhile.

Arushi Raina

MBA (PGP), Batch of 2022 — IIM Lucknow

Campus Facilities

P.K. Kelkar Library

60,000+ books, journals, databases, and Bloomberg terminal access for finance and research.

Research & Innovation Centres

Incubation centre and leadership development facilities supporting research and entrepreneurship.

LAN & Wi-Fi Campus

High-speed LAN and Wi-Fi in all academic buildings and hostel rooms.

Sports Complex

Aerobics, tennis, badminton, football, basketball, cricket, and gymnasium.

Auditoriums & Conference Facilities

Student-led B-school events, national competitions, and industry leadership sessions.

8,000+ Alumni Network

One of the strongest IIM alumni networks — CXO, consulting, and leadership roles worldwide.

24/7 Security

Round-the-clock campus security across all residential and academic zones.

Hostels

21 hostel blocks with single-occupancy AC rooms, student-run mess, and common rooms.

What's New?

IIM Lucknow 2025 batch achieves 100% placement — mean CTC ₹32.30 LPA, highest domestic ₹75 LPA.
EduTeam March 2026 Read in 2 minutes
IIM Lucknow retains NIRF #5 Management rank for 2025 — ranked #57 globally by Financial Times.
EduTeam Feb 2026 Read in 2 minutes

Student Reviews

4.7 out of 5
(8,500 Reviews)
5 Star
85%
4 Star
68%
3 Star
30%
2 Star
10%
1 Star
5%

Best consulting exposure and peer learning at any IIM

The best part about IIM Lucknow is the consulting exposure and peer learning. The quality of placements, the alumni support, and the leadership environment make the MBA experience truly worthwhile.

Arushi Raina

MBA (PGP), Batch of 2022 — IIM Lucknow

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