IIM Lucknow MBA Shortlist 2026: Check PI Schedule, Venue Details, and Important Dates

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow has started sending out interview call emails to candidates shortlisted for its flagship MBA, MBA-ABM, and MBA-SM programs for the 2026-28 academic session.

The IIM Lucknow has moved swiftly into the second stage of its selection process following the release of the composite score shortlist in January 2026.

IIM Lucknow MBA PI Calls 2026 Key Details for Shortlisted Candidates

• Interview Schedule: Personal Interviews (PI) and Writing Ability Tests (WAT) are set to take place from late January through March 2026.
• Mandatory Form: Candidates must log in to the official IIM Lucknow admission portal to submit their WAT-PI forms by the stipulated deadline. The institute has clarified that failure to submit this form on time will result in immediate disqualification from the process.
• Venue & Slots: Early interview slots have already begun as of January 28, 2026. Reports from candidates indicate that sessions are being held at various locations, including the IIM Lucknow Noida Campus.

IIM Lucknow MBA Admission 2026-28: PI Schedule & Details

IIM Lucknow MBA PI Calls 2026 Reddit Discussion Insights (r/CATpreparation)

• Interview Start Dates: Candidates on Reddit have confirmed receiving emails with interview slots starting from January 28, 2026.
• Venue Details: Some students reported interviews at the IIM Lucknow Noida Campus (especially for those near Delhi/NCR, like Gurugram).
• Location Strategy: Discussions suggest that Delhi and Mumbai interview slots usually happen earlier in the cycle, while Bengaluru and Hyderabad slots often occur later.
• Candidate Experiences: Early reports indicate panels are probing deeply into "Why MBA," work experience, and academic gap years. Freshers are advised to focus on justifying their profile, as roughly 30% of the batch consists of freshers.

IIM Lucknow MBA PI Calls 2026 Important Notes for Candidates

• Login Portal: Shortlisted candidates must log in to the official IIM Lucknow admission portal using their CAT 2025 ID to download their specific call letter.
• WAT-PI Form: It is mandatory to fill out the online WAT-PI form. Failure to do so by the deadline will lead to disqualification from the process.
• Eligibility: The minimum PI score required to pass is 12 out of 40. Candidates who fail to meet this threshold will not be included in the final merit list, regardless of their CAT score.

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