TIMS Lucknow MBA IT Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (2 Years)	INR 4,26,000
Total Fees	INR 4,26,000

No on-campus hostel facility is currently listed for TIMS Lucknow.

Students may explore private accommodation options in the surrounding areas of Lucknow.

Fee payment schedule and instalment options are available from the TIMS admissions office.

TIMS Lucknow MBA IT Admission 2026

Event	Date
CAT Registration Closes	Sep 15, 2026
CAT Exam	Nov 29, 2026
CAT Result	Dec 24, 2026 (Tentative)
XAT Registration Closes	Dec 6, 2026
XAT Exam	Jan 3, 2027
CMAT Exam	Jan 24, 2027 (Tentative)
TIMS GD and PI	February 2027 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	July 2027 (Tentative)

TIMS Lucknow accepts CAT, MAT, CMAT, and UPCET scores for MBA IT admission.

Shortlisted candidates attend Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the TIMS campus in Lucknow.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university.

Candidates with a background in Computer Science, IT, or Engineering are well-suited for this specialisation.

A valid score in CAT, MAT, CMAT, or UPCET is required for admission shortlisting at TIMS Lucknow.

Admission Process

Submit academic documents and a valid entrance exam score card at the time of application.

Shortlisted candidates attend a Group Discussion session at the TIMS campus in Lucknow.

GD-qualified candidates proceed to the Personal Interview conducted by the TIMS faculty panel.

Merit list is prepared based on entrance score, GD performance, and PI rating combined.

Pay fees and complete document verification within the stipulated time to confirm the seat.

✓ Opt for this if

You want an AKTU-affiliated MBA in IT with management and technology combined.
You have a CS or engineering background and want a management degree from Lucknow.
You plan to work in IT project management or tech operations roles in UP.
You need a recognised AKTU MBA credential in the Lucknow job market.

✗ Skip if

You want an MCA or M.Tech for deep technical specialisation rather than management.
You need placement with national IT firms and top-tier tech company recruiters on record.
You prefer a metro campus MBA programme outside Uttar Pradesh with a pan-India network.

TIMS Lucknow MBA IT Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
UP State Post-Matric Scholarship	As per state norms	UP domicile students from SC/ST/OBC/minority categories
TIMS Merit Scholarship	Partial fee waiver	Candidates with strong entrance exam scores and academic merit

UP state scholarship applications are submitted through the official UP scholarship portal each year.

Contact TIMS Lucknow admissions office for institute-level scholarship amounts and eligibility conditions.

TIMS Lucknow MBA IT FAQs

Ques. Is the MBA IT at TIMS Lucknow affiliated to AKTU?

Ans. Yes, the MBA in Information Technology at TIMS Lucknow is affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, and approved by AICTE. AKTU is the principal technical and management university for professional education in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates should verify the current affiliation and approval status on the AKTU official website before applying.

Ques. What entrance exams are accepted for MBA IT at TIMS Lucknow?

Ans. TIMS Lucknow accepts CAT, MAT, CMAT, and UPCET scores for admission to the MBA Information Technology programme. Candidates with a valid score in any one of these exams proceed to the Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the TIMS campus. UP domicile candidates may also be eligible for state-quota seats through the UPCET centralised counselling process managed by AKTU.

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA IT at TIMS Lucknow?

Ans. The total programme fee for MBA Information Technology at TIMS Lucknow is INR 4,26,000 for the complete 2-year course. The institute does not list on-campus hostel facilities, so students typically arrange private accommodation in the Lucknow area. Fee payment schedules and instalment options can be confirmed directly with the TIMS admissions office before admission.

Ques. Is MBA IT different from MCA at TIMS Lucknow?

Ans. Yes, MBA IT and MCA are distinct programmes. The MBA in Information Technology at TIMS focuses on the management of IT systems and projects, combining business management skills with technology orientation. It is suited for graduates who want to move into IT management roles. MCA, in contrast, is a technical programme designed for deep software and systems development expertise. MBA IT is a better fit for those targeting managerial roles in the IT sector.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after MBA IT from TIMS Lucknow?

Ans. MBA IT graduates from TIMS Lucknow can pursue roles such as IT Project Manager, Systems Analyst, Business Analyst, IT Operations Manager, and ERP Consultant in technology companies, IT service firms, and corporate IT departments. Lucknow has a growing IT and BPO sector, with companies in the Gomti Nagar and Amar Shaheed Path areas that recruit IT management professionals for project coordination and operations roles.

Ques. What is the MBA IT eligibility at TIMS Lucknow?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university. There is no mandatory restriction on undergraduate stream, though candidates with a Computer Science, IT, or Engineering background are particularly well-suited for the MBA IT specialisation. Final-year students may apply provisionally and must produce their final mark sheet at document verification after admission.