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 Operations 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 MBA Operations degree targeting manufacturing or logistics careers in UP.
Affordable AKTU-affiliated programme under INR 1.5 lakhs fits your education budget.
You have a management entrance score and prefer a campus MBA near Lucknow.

✗ Skip if

You need supply chain training at a globally connected institute with industry tie-ups.
You target operations roles at top automotive or FMCG firms outside Uttar Pradesh.
You expect dedicated ERP labs or Six Sigma certification within the MBA curriculum.

IEM MBA Operations 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 Operations FAQs

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

Ans. The total programme fee for MBA Operations Management at IEM Lucknow is INR 1,33,000 for the entire 2-year programme. 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 PM-USP Yojana to reduce the net cost of the programme.

Ques. What subjects are covered in MBA Operations Management at IEM?

Ans. The MBA Operations Management programme covers subjects such as production and operations management, supply chain and logistics, quality management, operations research, inventory control, project management, lean manufacturing, and warehouse management. The curriculum follows AKTU guidelines with core MBA subjects in the first year and operations specialisation papers and dissertation 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 Operations from IEM Lucknow?

Ans. Graduates of MBA Operations from IEM Lucknow can work as supply chain executive, logistics coordinator, production planner, quality assurance manager, warehouse supervisor, or procurement officer in manufacturing companies, logistics firms, and government PSUs in Uttar Pradesh and North India. Many graduates also appear for government operations and administrative officer exams in state and central public sector undertakings.

Ques. Is an engineering background required for MBA Operations at IEM?

Ans. No. IEM Lucknow accepts candidates from any graduation background for MBA Operations Management. Students from commerce, arts, science, and engineering are all eligible, provided they meet the minimum 50% aggregate requirement and hold a valid management entrance exam score. The programme builds operational and analytical skills from the ground up and does not require prior engineering or technical knowledge.

Ques. Is MBA available in distance mode at IEM Lucknow?

Ans. No. The MBA programme at IEM Lucknow is offered exclusively in full-time on-campus mode. Students are required to attend regular classes at the Lucknow campus throughout the 2-year duration. The institute does not offer distance or online MBA programmes. Candidates looking for distance management education should explore IGNOU or other open university programmes instead.