IIM Lucknow has welcomed the 2026-28 batch of its flagship MBA (42nd Batch) and MBA-ABM (23rd Batch) programmes. The incoming cohort brings together students from top academic institutions across the country with diverse professional backgrounds spanning consulting, finance, technology, marketing, operations, and more.
With representation from premier engineering institutes, commerce colleges, and candidates holding globally recognized professional qualifications, the batch reflects the academic and professional diversity that has become a hallmark of IIM Lucknow.
IIM Lucknow MBA & MBA-ABM Batch Profile 2026-28 At A Glance
| Particulars | Data |
| Total Batch Size | 579 Students |
| MBA + MBA-ABM Programmes | MBA (42nd Batch) & MBA-ABM (23rd Batch) |
| Average Age | 24 Years |
| Average Work Experience | 29 Months |
| Male Students | 382 |
| Female Students | 197 |
Strong Representation From Premier Institutions
Students joining IIM Lucknow come from some of India's most prestigious colleges and universities.
| Academic Background | Students |
| IITs | 59 |
| NITs | 51 |
| BITS Pilani | 5 |
| SRCC | 25 |
| Other Universities & Colleges | 439 |
The batch also includes candidates with globally recognized professional certifications.
| Professional Qualification | Students |
| Chartered Accountants (CA) | 16 |
| CFA Charterholders/Candidates | 57 |
| FRM | 5 |
Work Experience Profile
The incoming batch represents a healthy mix of fresh graduates and experienced professionals.
| Work Experience | Students |
| 0–1 Year | 51 |
| 1–2 Years | 130 |
| 2–3 Years | 179 |
| 3–4 Years | 77 |
| More Than 4 Years | 22 |
| Freshers (Approx.) | 120 |
The average work experience of the batch stands at 29 months.
Previous Industry Experience
Students have worked across multiple industries before joining IIM Lucknow.
| Sector | Students |
| IT & Analytics | 156 |
| Finance | 122 |
| Consulting | 98 |
| Sales & Marketing | 81 |
| Operations | 64 |
| Other Industries | 58 |
Companies Represented In The Incoming Batch
Students have prior experience across leading multinational corporations, consulting firms, financial institutions, technology companies, startups, and manufacturing organizations.
Some of the notable companies represented in the batch include:
- Accenture
- Adobe
- Amazon
- American Express
- BCG (Boston Consulting Group)
- BNP Paribas
- Bosch
- Citi
- Deloitte
- EXL
- EY
- Flipkart
- HCLTech
- HSBC
- ICICI Bank
- Infosys
- J.P. Morgan
- KPMG
- L&T
- Lenskart
- McKinsey & Company
- Microsoft
- Nomura
- Oracle
- PwC
- Samsung
- TCS
- Wipro
- Zomato
- ZS Associates
A Diverse Cohort Ready For The Next Phase
The 2026-28 MBA and MBA-ABM batch at IIM Lucknow combines strong academic credentials with varied professional experiences across consulting, technology, finance, operations, marketing, and manufacturing. With students from premier institutions and leading organizations, the cohort brings together a wide range of perspectives that will contribute to classroom discussions, peer learning, and collaborative problem-solving over the next two years.
The incoming class continues IIM Lucknow's tradition of building diverse, high-calibre management cohorts prepared for leadership roles across industries.