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 International Business 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 plan a career in export-import, logistics, or global trade from Lucknow.
Affordable AKTU-affiliated MBA in International Business under INR 1.5 lakhs suits you.
You have a management entrance score and prefer a campus programme in UP.

✗ Skip if

You need global exposure, international exchange, or overseas internships during the MBA.
You aim for multinational consulting or global trade careers in metro cities.
You expect a nationally ranked institute with active foreign university tie-ups.

IEM MBA International Business 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 International Business FAQs

Ques. What is the fee for MBA International Business at IEM Lucknow?

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

Ques. What subjects are covered in MBA International Business at IEM?

Ans. The MBA International Business programme covers subjects including international trade theory, export-import documentation, foreign exchange management, global marketing, international logistics, customs and tariff procedures, trade finance, and cross-cultural management. The curriculum follows AKTU guidelines with core MBA papers in the first year and international business electives and a dissertation project in the second year.

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 International Business from IEM Lucknow?

Ans. Graduates of MBA International Business from IEM can work as export managers, customs clearing agents, international trade executives, foreign exchange officers, logistics coordinators, and trade documentation specialists. Many find opportunities with trading companies, banks handling trade finance, and government export promotion bodies such as FIEO and APEDA in Uttar Pradesh and North India.

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 MBA International Business from IEM valid for export promotion jobs?

Ans. Yes. The AICTE-approved MBA from IEM Lucknow is a recognised postgraduate management qualification. Graduates can apply for positions in government export promotion bodies, Directorate General of Foreign Trade offices, and public sector trading companies that require an MBA or postgraduate degree in business or international trade. The degree is also accepted for PhD admission at management research institutions.