Component

Amount (INR)

Programme Fee (2 Years)

INR 1,33,000

Hostel Charges (Optional)

Up to INR 36,000 per year

Total Fees

INR 1,33,000

IEM MBA HRM Admission 2026

Event	Date
CUET-PG Exam	March 6 to March 27, 2026
CUET-PG Result	April 24, 2026
IEM Application Opens	July 9, 2026
IEM Application Closes	July 20, 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026

IEM accepts CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, and CUET-PG scores for MBA admission.

Admissions are first-come-first-served and early application is recommended.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories as per AKTU norms).

Final-year graduation students who expect to complete their degree before the academic session begins may apply provisionally.

Valid score in any one of the accepted national management entrance exams: CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or CUET-PG 2026.

Admission Process

Obtain a valid score in CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or CUET-PG 2026 before applying to the institute.

Submit the application form to IEM Lucknow during the designated window with all required academic documents.

Shortlisted candidates are called for a Personal Interview at the IEM campus in Lucknow.

Final merit list is drawn based on entrance exam score, academic record, and Personal Interview outcome.

Pay the full programme fee of INR 1,33,000 and complete document verification on the allotted date.

Report to the institute and confirm enrollment before the academic session begins in August.

✓ Opt for this if

You want an affordable MBA HRM degree in Lucknow with AKTU affiliation.
You aim to work in HR departments of manufacturing or service firms in UP.
You have a management entrance exam score and prefer a 2-year campus MBA.

✗ Skip if

You target senior HR leadership roles at large multinationals in metro cities.
You expect a nationally ranked MBA with strong corporate campus recruitment.
You need specialised industrial relations training at a research-focused institute.

IEM MBA HRM Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
PM-USP Yojana (National Scholarship Portal)	Varies by category	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students. Apply at scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
UP Post-Matric Scholarship	INR 12,000 to INR 40,000 per year	UP domicile. SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General. Family income below prescribed limit. Apply at scholarship.up.gov.in.

UP Post-Matric Scholarship applications open in September to October each year.

IEM MBA HRM FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA HRM at IEM Lucknow?

Ans. The total programme fee for MBA Human Resource Management at IEM Lucknow is INR 1,33,000 for the entire 2-year course. Hostel charges of up to INR 36,000 per year are billed separately and are optional. Students from reserved categories may apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship or the PM-USP Yojana, both of which can reduce the effective cost of the programme significantly.

Ques. What subjects are covered in MBA HRM at IEM Lucknow?

Ans. The MBA HRM programme at IEM Lucknow covers subjects including organisational behaviour, human resource planning, training and development, compensation management, labour and employment laws, performance appraisal systems, industrial relations, and leadership development. The curriculum is designed as per AKTU academic norms and includes both theory papers and practical project components across the four semesters of the programme.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at IEM Lucknow?

Ans. IEM Lucknow accepts valid scores in CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, and CUET-PG for MBA admission. Shortlisted candidates are required to attend a Personal Interview at the institute. Admission follows a first-come-first-served merit model and early application is recommended. No minimum percentile cutoff has been officially published by the institute, making it accessible to candidates across a wide range of exam scores.

Ques. What career options follow MBA HRM from IEM Lucknow?

Ans. Graduates of MBA HRM from IEM Lucknow typically pursue roles such as HR executive, talent acquisition specialist, training and development officer, payroll manager, and employee relations officer in manufacturing companies, service firms, and government PSUs in Lucknow and across Uttar Pradesh. Many also appear for state government HR and administrative recruitment exams or pursue PGDHRM certifications for career advancement.

Ques. Is the MBA from IEM Lucknow recognised by AICTE?

Ans. Yes. Institute of Environment and Management, Lucknow is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education and affiliated to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University. The MBA is a recognised 2-year postgraduate degree that meets all AICTE norms for management education. This recognition makes the degree valid for government and private sector employment and for pursuing further studies such as PhD in management.

Ques. Is an MBA HRM degree from IEM valid for government HR jobs?

Ans. Yes. The AICTE-approved MBA HRM from IEM Lucknow is a recognised postgraduate management degree. Graduates can apply for roles in government PSUs, central and state public sector organisations, and UPSC-affiliated administrative services that require an MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree in management or human resources. The degree is also accepted for PhD admission at universities offering research programmes in management.