Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM-L)
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Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM-L)
IIM Lucknow is one of India’s oldest and most reputed management institutes, offering a range of MBA/PGDM-level programmes designed to build strong managerial, analytical and leadership capabilities. It combines academic rigor, industry-relevant curriculum, and multiple program formats (full-time, executive, blended, working-executive) to cater to fresh graduates and professionals alike.
Why Choose Us?
IIM Lucknow offers a wide range of management programs—from the flagship 2-year PGP to specialized and executive formats—providing options for students at every career stage. With flexible full-time, blended, weekend, and one-year MBA pathways, it caters to both freshers and working professionals. Consistently ranked among India’s top B-schools, IIM-L delivers strong outcomes through its industry reputation, alumni network, and placements, while multiple entry routes ensure opportunities for diverse aspirants.
From standard 2-year Post Graduate Programme to specialized streams such as Agribusiness, Sustainability, and working-executive formats.
Students and professionals can choose from full-time, blended-MBA (b-MBA for working professionals), executive-MBA (Weekend/Working Exec), or 1-year MBA (IPMX), depending on career stage and commitments.
IIM-L is consistently ranked among top management institutes; its alumni, recruiters, and placement records reflect its value.
For fresh graduates (via CAT), experienced professionals (via GMAT/GRE or work-experience criteria), and executives providing flexibility for various aspirants.
Program Highlights
| Post Graduate Programme (PGP / Full-Time MBA-equivalent) | 2-year full-time residential programme standard core management curriculum. |
| PGP-ABM (Agribusiness Management) | 2-year full-time programme for agribusiness / related sector aspirants. |
| Other Full-time Streams (Sustainability / Special-focus where available) | Offers alternate specializations aligned with industry trends. |
| Blended MBA (b-MBA) | 2-year programme for working professionals/entrepreneurs online + periodic campus immersions. |
| Working-Executive MBA / PGPWE | For experienced professionals needing flexibility; part-time or weekend-based formats. |
| 1-Year MBA (IPMX) | Intensive, 1-year residential MBA for mid-career executives seeking accelerated study. |
| Doctoral / Fellowship Programmes (FPM/EFPM) | For candidates interested in deep research or academic careers. |
Fees & Cost
| Program / Variant | Total / Typical Fee |
|---|---|
| Full-time PGP / MBA (2-year) | ₹ 21.00 lakhs (tuition + infrastructure + necessary charges) |
| Blended MBA (b-MBA) | ₹ 14.00 lakhs tuition (total for 2 years) excluding optional accommodation/extra charges. |
| Working-Exec MBA / PGPWE | Fee depends on batch & profile; separate fee notices at intake on similar lines of executive-level programmes. |
| IPMX (1-Year MBA for Executives) | As per official fee announcement for IPMX batch 2025–26 (varies by intakes). |
Note: Additional costs — mess/hostel (if availed), optional international immersions, personal expenses — are extra and depend on the student’s choice.
Eligibility & Entrance Criteria
Full-time PGP / MBA / PGDM-equivalents: Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) with minimum 50% marks admission via national exam (e.g. CAT) and institute’s selection procedure.
Working-Exec / Blended / Executive / IPMX: Graduation + required number of years of full-time work experience (varies per program).
Flexibility for Professionals: Equivalent professional qualifications (CA/CS/ICWA etc.) recognized under institute’s eligibility norms for some executive/blended streams.
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Admission Process
Submit application via IIM-L official portal when admissions open.
Appear for the required entrance exam (CAT / GMAT / GRE depending on program) if applicable.
Shortlisting based on exam score, academic profile, and (if required) work-experience / professional credentials.
For shortlisted candidates personal interviews / group discussions / written components (as per program).
Final offer followed by fee payment and enrollment.