IIM Lucknow Executive MBA Fees, Placements & Eligibility 2026

Working professionals seeking to advance to senior leadership at IIM Lucknow can choose between the one-year full-time International Program in Management for Executives (IPMX) or the two-year weekend Post Graduate Program in Management for Working Executives (PGPWE). Both deliver an MBA degree from IIML, with IPMX focusing on global immersion for mid-level executives and PGPWE balancing classes with full-time jobs. For the 2026 entry, IPMX starts in April 2026 at the Noida campus with INR 26 lakh fees, while PGPWE begins the same month with INR 11 lakh fees, both emphasizing strategic management and analytics.

What is the IIM Lucknow Executive MBA Program?

The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow) Executive MBA, known as IPMX or PGPWE, targets professionals with 3-5 years of experience to build expertise in finance, marketing, and operations. IPMX offers a residential format with international modules at European schools, covering 23.5 credits over one year. PGPWE runs alternate weekends, spanning seven terms and 28 credits, including a dissertation and overseas immersion. Both align with AACSB standards, preparing graduates for roles like consulting director or operations head.

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the IIM Lucknow Executive MBA in 2026, candidates need a bachelor's degree with 50% marks and relevant work experience. IPMX requires 5 years of full-time post-graduation experience by March 31, 2026, plus GMAT/GRE scores. PGPWE demands 3 years of experience and accepts CAT 2024/2025, GATE 2025, or the December 2025 PGPWE exam.

• IPMX Specifics: Open to all nationalities; valid GMAT (code J39-VT-55) or GRE (DI code 4988) until application deadline.
• PGPWE Specifics: No age limit; freelance experience excluded from the 3-year count.

Details on required documents, like experience letters, are available in the IIM Lucknow admission process.

How to Apply for IIM Lucknow Executive MBA

Applications for IIM Lucknow Executive MBA 2026 open in phases: IPMX Phase 1 by October 17, 2025 (INR 5,000 fee), Phase 2 by December 17, 2025; PGPWE by November 20, 2025 (INR 1,000 fee). Submit online with test scores, transcripts, and two recommendations. Shortlists for WAT-PI follow, with IPMX interviews in November 2025/January 2026 and PGPWE on January 3-4, 2026. Final offers by January 19, 2026 for PGPWE.

Selection weights 30% test score, 30% profile, 10% WAT, 30% PI for both. Overseas applicants get virtual options.

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA Fees Structure 2026

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA fees cover tuition, materials, and lodging but exclude airfare for immersions. IPMX totals INR 26,00,000 plus INR 20,000 caution and INR 5,000 alumni fee. PGPWE is INR 11,00,000 plus INR 10,000 caution and INR 5,000 alumni, with INR 4.50 lakh extra for the international module.

Installments start with INR 3,00,000 for IPMX acceptance; full schedules on the official site. View breakdowns at IIM Lucknow Fees.

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA Placements 2025

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA placements apply to IPMX, with PGPWE offering no formal support as participants retain jobs. For the IPMX Class of 2024, 50% placed in week one, showing 55% CTC growth. The 2025 batch averaged INR 27.72 LPA, median INR 27.19 LPA.

Sectors include consulting (30%), IT (25%), and finance (20%). Top recruiters: Accenture, Amazon, Deloitte, Google, KPMG, PwC. No stipend during the program. Check trends in IIM Lucknow Placements.

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA Average Package

The IIM Lucknow Executive MBA average package for IPMX reached INR 27.72 LPA in 2025, up from prior years, with top offers exceeding 40 LPA in consulting. PGPWE alumni report 20-30% hikes post-graduation, averaging INR 25-30 LPA based on pre-MBA roles.

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA Rankings 2025

IIM Lucknow holds the 5th spot in NIRF Management Rankings 2025 with a 77.97 score, excelling in teaching and research. IPMX ranks 71st globally in FT Masters in Management 2025, 4th among IIMs.

More on standings at IIM Lucknow Ranking.

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA Scholarships

IIM Lucknow Executive MBA scholarships are limited; PGPWE offers none. IPMX provides need-based aid for 15% of intake if family income is below INR 1.08 lakh, up to INR 5,000 annually via Bharathi Scholarship. Merit-cum-means options cover partial fees for reserved categories.

Apply post-admission; details in IIM Lucknow Scholarships.

IIM Lucknow PGP for Executives Curriculum Highlights

The IIM Lucknow Executive MBA curriculum spans core subjects like marketing, operations, and strategic management. IPMX includes 745 contact hours, 7 electives (e.g., digital transformation), and a 2-week European immersion. PGPWE, with weekend classes, covers 28 credits, including a 2-credit dissertation and optional global module.

• IPMX: Focus on global business, analytics; 7 electives.
• PGPWE: Alternate weekends, peer learning from diverse industries.