Archive · 30 Dec 2025
IIM Lucknow Opens PhD Admissions 2026
IIM Lucknow is inviting applications for its PhD program starting in June 2026.
You can apply until February 16, 2026.
They offer financial support like a monthly stipend and grants for travel and research.
To apply, you need a master's degree or equivalent, or a bachelor's in engineering with good marks.
They will shortlist candidates based on exams like CAT, GATE, or GMAT.
The program takes about four and a half years and includes coursework and research.
IIM Lucknow is a top-ranked management school in India and globally.
IIM Lucknow has opened applications for its PhD program starting June 2026, with a deadline of February 16, 2026.
The program offers financial support including a monthly stipend of Rs 35,000-40,000 and various grants for research and travel.
Eligible candidates must have a master's degree or equivalent, or a bachelor's in engineering with specified marks.
Shortlisting is based on valid scores in exams like CAT, GATE, GRE, GMAT, or JRF/SRF (UGC/CSIR/ICAR) obtained after January 1, 2024.
The full-time residential program lasts four and a half years, with the first two years focused on coursework followed by research and thesis work.
- Who
- Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow
- What
- Invitation for PhD admissions for the 2026 batch
- When
- Application deadline: February 16, 2026; Programme starts: June 2026
- Where
- IIM Lucknow
- Why
- To admit eligible candidates for the Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD)
- Application Deadline
- February 16, 2026
- Programme Start Date
- June 2026
- Monthly Stipend
- Rs 35,000 - Rs 40,000
- Contingency Grant
- Rs 50,000
- Computer Purchase Grant
- Rs 50,000
- Combined Travel Grant
- Rs 1.60 lakh
- Data Collection Grant
- Rs 50,000
- Application Fee (General)
- Rs 1,000
- Application Fee (SC/ST)
- Rs 500
- Age Limit
- Below 55 years as on June 30, 2026