IILM Academy of Higher Learning, Lucknow
Listing Description
Overview
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Established in 2004, IILM Lucknow is part of the IILM group managed by Ram Krishan & Sons Charitable Trust.
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Campus offers full-time AICTE-approved PGDM and PGDM (Finance) programmes, along with BBA (affiliated to AKTU) in Lucknow.
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The curriculum is industry-oriented, including experiential learning, internships, live projects and electives.
Program Structure & Fee Details
| Programme | Duration | Fees (Full Course) | Key Features |
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| PGDM (Core) | 2 years | ₹ 6,90,000 net full fee for batch 2025-27. | 6 terms, first year core courses; second year with electives & research projects; mandatory summer internship (~8 weeks) after first year. |
| PGDM (Finance) | 2 years | ≈ ₹ 6.20 Lakhs total (tuition + misc) for PGDM Finance. | Specialized finance courses, strong analytical components etc. |
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Scholarships are available (various categories) for first year, based on merit, gender, exam scores, etc.
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Hostel facility also offered; cost separate.
Placement Highlights
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In 2024, the highest package offered was ₹ 11.5 LPA.
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Average package for PGDM in recent placement season (~2023-25) is about ₹ 6.5 LPA.
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Placement drives: ~95 companies visited in 2025 for PGDM; ~61 of 86 registered students placed.
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The placement domains are: Marketing & Sales (General) ~ 36%, Marketing & Financial Services ~25%, HR ~16%, Core Finance ~13%, Operations & Analytics ~10%.
Strengths & Key Features
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Strong Career Development Centre (CDC), with campus-specific and centralized drives (across IILM campuses) giving more exposure.
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Regular updates to curriculum to include emerging topics like analytics, fintech, digital marketing etc.
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Good alumni network; student mentoring and life skill audit courses included.
What is the full fee for the PGDM program at IILM Lucknow?
For the 2025-27 PGDM (Core) batch, the total fee is approximately ₹ 6,90,000. For PGDM (Finance), it is about ₹ 6.20 Lakhs.
What is the eligibility to apply for PGDM / PGDM Finance?
Graduation from a recognised university with minimum ~50% marks + valid score in a recognised management entrance exam (CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT / ATMA etc.).
What are the placement stats (average, highest) for recent batches?
The highest package recently offered was ₹ 11.5 LPA, while the average package is around ₹ 6.5 LPA. Minimum offers are also visible (~₹ 5.5 LPA) depending on candidate profile.
How many companies visit for placements & what are typical number of offers?
In 2025, about 95 companies visited; the PGDM batch had 86 students registered, and 185 offers were made, of which 61 students got placed.
What is the program structure for PGDM?
Two-year full-time programme, divided into six terms. First year focuses on core courses; second year includes electives & research/projects. Also includes mandatory ~8-weeks summer internship.
