Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow
Est. 1984
Lucknow, UTTAR PRADESH
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Post Graduate Programme (PGP)
CAT
Cut-off: 90%ile
Admissions, Eligibility and Shortlisting Process at Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow
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Post Graduate Programme (PGP) - 2 yrs
Eligibility Criteria
1. The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
2. (45% in case of the candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category) awarded by any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
3. The percentage of marks obtained by the candidate in the bachelor’s degree would be calculated based on the practice followed by the university/institution from where the candidate has obtained the degree. In case the candidates are awarded grades/CGPA instead of marks, the conversion of grades/CGPA to percentage of marks would be based on the procedure certified by the university/ institution from where they have obtained the bachelor’s degree. In case the university/ institution does not have any scheme for converting CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence would be established by dividing the candidate’s CGPA by the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying the result with 100.
4. Candidates appearing for the final year of bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply. If selected, such candidates will be allowed to join the programme provisionally, only if she/he submits a certificate latest by June 30, 2025 from the Principal/Registrar of her/his College/Institute (issued on or before June 30, of that year) stating that the candidate has completed all the requirements for obtaining the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification on the date of the issue of the certificate.
5. IIMs may verify eligibility at various stages of the selection process, the details of which are provided at the website www.iimcat.ac.inApplicants should note that the mere fulfilment of minimum eligibility criteria will not ensure consideration for short listing by IIMs.
Admission Process
1. The process may include Written Ability Test (WAT), and Personal Interviews (PI).
2. Performance in the CAT examination is an important component in the admission process.
3. IIMs may additionally use other factors such as the previous academic performance of the candidates, relevant work experience, gender and academic diversity and other similar inputs in shortlisting and ranking of candidates at various stages of the admission process.
Post Graduate Programme in Agribusiness Management (PGP – ABM) - 2 yrs
Eligibility Criteria
1. (i) A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Science/ Agricultural Engineering or allied subjects – (01) Agriculture:Agriculture, Agronomy, Soil Science, Agriculture Biochemistry, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Entomology, Plant Pathology etc.; (02) Agricultural Engineering; (03) Animal Husbandry /Fisheries; (04) Dairy Science/Technology; (05) Forestry; (06) Food Technology, Food Technology & Management; (07) Horticulture; (08) Rural Studies/Rural Sociology/Rural Cooperatives/Rural Banking; (09) Science: Biology, Biochemistry, Bio-technology(includes Biotechnology Engineering), Botany, Home Science, Life Science, Zoology and (10) Veterinary Science – with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA [45% in case of the candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Category], awarded by any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India.The Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing Higher Secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.
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(ii) The candidate must hold a Bachelor's Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA [45% in case of the candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Category], awarded by any of the Universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India. The Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing Higher Secondary schooling or equivalent with at least two years' experience or strong interest in the field of Agriculture or allied sector.
2. Such candidates (eligible under criteria '(ii)' given above) will have to submit a Special Form for PGP-ABM at the time of interview.
3. The percentage of marks obtained by the candidate in the bachelor's degree would be calculated based on the practice followed by the university/institution from where the candidate has obtained the degree. In case the candidates are awarded grades/CGPA instead of marks, the conversion of grades/CGPA to percentage of marks would be based on the procedure certified by the university/ institution from where they have obtained the bachelor's degree. In case the university/ institution does not have any scheme for converting CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence would be established by dividing the candidate's CGPA by the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying the result with 100.
4. Candidates appearing for the final year of bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply. If selected, such candidates will be allowed to join the programme provisionally, only if he/she submits a certificate latest by June 30, of that year from the Principal/Registrar of his/her College/Institute (issued on or before June 30, of that year) stating that the candidate has completed all the requirements for obtaining the bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification on the date of the issue of the certificate.
IIMs may verify eligibility at various stages of the selection process, the details of which are provided at the website. Applicants should note that the mere fulfillment of minimum eligibility criteria will not ensure consideration for shortlisting by IIMs.
Admission Process
1. Candidates are shortlisted for the interview on the basis of their performance in the CAT, scholastic achievement and relevant work experience.
2. Group discussions and interviews are then conducted at Bangalore, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, New Delhi and Hyderabad in the end of February onward.
3. Final selection is based on performance in CAT, scholastic achievement, work experience, and performance in the group discussion and interview.
Post Graduate Programme in Sustainability Management (PGP – SM) - 2 yrs
Eligibility Criteria
1. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks (45% in case of SC/ST/PwD category) or equivalent, with at least two years professional experience.
2. Shortlisted candidates would be required to submit a Statement of Purpose, the form for which will be made available.
Admission Process
1. Candidates are shortlisted for the interview on the basis of their performance in the CAT, scholastic achievement and relevant work experience.
2. Group discussions and interviews are then conducted at Bangalore, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, New Delhi and Hyderabad in the end of February onward.
3. Final selection is based on performance in CAT, scholastic achievement, work experience, and performance in the group discussion and interview.
International Programme in Management for Executives (IPMX) - 1 yr
Eligibility Criteria
1. Executives with bachelor’s degree (10 + 2 + 3 or 4 years of formal education) in any discipline or an equivalent academic pursuit, with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA;
2. In case of the candidate being awarded grades/CGPA instead of marks, the equivalence would be based on the conversion formula provided by the institution/university from where they have obtained the bachelor's/Master's degree. In case the institution/university does not have any conversion formula for converting the CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence would be established by IIML by dividing the obtained CGPA by the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying the resultant by 100.
3. A valid GMAT or GRE score, the score must be valid till last date of application; It is mandatory to submit Official Score card/Test Taker copy (if Official Score card is not yet received) along with the application.
4. You need to submit the GMAT/GMAT Focus Edition/GRE score card along with the application form. You should also inform GMAC/ETS. Their GMAT code is J39-VT-55. and GRE Designated Institution (DI) Code is 4988.
NOTE: Online GMAT/GMAT Focus Edition/GRE (Take home) exam scores are not valid, only test center-based GMAT/GMAT Focus Edition/GRE scores are valid.
5. A minimum of 5 years full-time (Regular) post-qualification (after graduation) work experience as on 31st March 2025.
6. The Programme is open to executives of all nationalities.
Admission Process
1. Candidates are shortlisted for the interview on the basis of their performance in the CAT, scholastic achievement and relevant work experience.
2. Group discussions and interviews are then conducted at Bangalore, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, New Delhi and Hyderabad in the end of February onward.
3. Final selection is based on performance in CAT, scholastic achievement, work experience, and performance in the group discussion and interview.
Post Graduate Programme in Management for Working Executives (PGPWE) - 2 yrs
Eligibility Criteria
1. Executives with Bachelor’s degree (10 + 2 + 3 or 4 years of formal education) in any discipline or an equivalent academic with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA;
2. In case of the candidate being awarded grades/CGPA instead of marks, the equivalence would be based on the conversion formula provided by the institution/university from where they have obtained the bachelor's/Master's degree. In case the institution/university does not have any conversion formula for converting the CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence would be established by IIML by dividing the obtained CGPA by the maximum possible CGPA and multiplying the resultant by 100.
Score of any one of the following tests:
3. Valid GMAT/GMAT Focus Edition/GRE score, the score must be valid till last date of application. Online GMAT/ GMAT Focus Edition/GRE (Take home) exam scores are not valid, only test center-based GMAT/ GMAT Focus Edition /GRE scores are valid. It is mandatory to submit Official Score card/Test Taker copy (if Official Score card is not yet received) along with the application. You need to submit the GMAT/ GMAT Focus Edition/GRE score card along with the application form. You should also inform GMAC/ETS. Their GMAT code is J39- VT-47 and GRE Designated Institution (DI) Code is 4988.
4. CAT Score (CAT taken in the year 2022 & 2023 are eligible)
5. GATE Score (GATE taken in the year 2023 & 2024 are eligible)
6. PGPWE Entrance Exam to be conducted in December 2024 (Tentatively) at IIML, Noida Campus;
7. A minimum of 3 years full-time post-qualification (after graduation) work experience as on March 31, of that year.
Do not include freelance/training/project work done as an integral part of any curricular requirement.
Admission Process
1. Candidates are shortlisted for the interview on the basis of their performance in the CAT, scholastic achievement and relevant work experience.
2. Group discussions and interviews are then conducted at Bangalore, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, New Delhi and Hyderabad in the end of February onward.
3. Final selection is based on performance in CAT, scholastic achievement, work experience, and performance in the group discussion and interview.