The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow has commenced the application process for the Post Graduate Programme in Management for Working Executives (PGPWE) at its Noida campus. This two-year MBA programme is designed for professionals seeking to enhance managerial and leadership skills while continuing their careers.
IIM Lucknow PGPWE Eligibility and Selection
Applicants are required to hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50 percent marks and have a minimum of three years of work experience as of March 31, 2026. The selection process considers scores from CAT 2023/2024, GMAT/GMAT Focus Edition, GRE, or the IIM Lucknow PGPWE entrance test, scheduled in December 2025. Approximately sixty-five participants are admitted in each batch.
IIM Lucknow PGPWE Programme Structure
The PGPWE programme spans two years and comprises 28 credits.
- First Year: Core courses covering marketing, finance, operations, and strategy
- Second Year: Specialisation in selected areas and a dissertation project
Classes follow a weekend schedule, from alternate Friday to Sunday, allowing participants to continue professional commitments.
IIM Lucknow PGPWE Fees and Key Dates
The total programme fee is INR eleven lakh, with an additional INR four lakh fifty thousand for the international module, covering travel, visa, and accommodation expenses. Candidates must also submit a refundable caution deposit of INR ten thousand and an alumni membership fee of INR five thousand. The application submission deadline is November 20, 2025, via the official IIM Lucknow PGPWE website. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a written test and personal interview, and the final offer will be released by January 19, 2026. Classes for the new batch are scheduled to begin in April 2026.
