The last date to apply is 23 February 2025
Indian Institute of Management Lucknow invites
applications for its Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD) for the 2025
academic year. This intensive, full-time program is aimed at developing exceptional
scholars dedicated to advancing management knowledge. Spanning
approximately 4.5 years, the program provides an intellectually enriching
environment that equips students for careers in academia, corporate leadership,
and public sector research.
The application process for the PhD program 2025 at IIM Lucknow is ongoing and will
close on 23rd February 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early
and ensure they meet all the eligibility requirements. For more information, please
visit the official website at IIM Lucknow PhD Program . For any queries, applicants can
contact the Administrative Officer (DPM) at: dpmoffice@iiml.ac.in .
Speaking about the PhD program, Prof. Archana Shukla, Director, IIM Lucknow, said,
“The PhD program at IIM Lucknow nurtures intellectual curiosity and scholarly
excellence, providing an environment that challenges conventional boundaries and
inspires innovative thinking. Our doctoral candidates are equipped with the tools to
pioneer impactful research, address complex real-world challenges, and emerge as
thought leaders who drive meaningful change in academia, industry, and society at
large.”
IIM Lucknow’s PhD program offers a wide range of research specialisations, allowing
candidates to explore diverse management domains. These include:
Agri-Business Management
Business Sustainability
Communication
Decision Sciences (OR/Stats)
Business Environment (Economics)
Finance & Accounting
Human Resource Management
Information Technology & Systems
Marketing Management
Operations Management
Strategic Management
IIM Lucknow’s Doctoral Programme offers a distinctive academic experience, where
scholars are mentored by world-class faculty, contributing to research that is both
academically rigorous and practically relevant.
To apply for the PhD program, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
A Master’s degree or its equivalent in any discipline with a minimum of 55%
aggregate marks
Or
A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or a four-year graduate degree) with at
least 65% marks
Or
Professional qualifications like CA, ICWA, or CS with a minimum of 55%
aggregate marks and a B.Com. undergraduate degree
Or
A two/three-year full-time classroom-based PGDM from any of the IIMs with a
minimum CGPA of 6/10 or 60%
Applicants must also have a valid score in one of the exams including, CAT, GATE,
GRE, GMAT, or JRF/SRF (UGC/CSIR/ICAR), with scores from the last two years being
accepted as valid.
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted based on their exam
scores and invited for a selection interview. Candidates holding qualifications from
IIMs may be exempt from taking an exam and can apply directly.
Encouraging aspirants to pursue their doctoral journey at IIM Lucknow, Prof.
Pushpendra Priyadarshi, Chairperson, Doctoral Program in Management, stated,
“The doctoral program at IIM Lucknow is designed for aspiring academicians
passionate about advancing knowledge through groundbreaking research. With a
legacy spanning over two decades, the program’s rigorous training has led to
impactful research shaping organizational strategies and public policy. I encourage
prospective candidates to apply and join our vibrant, intellectually stimulating
environment, where they can collaborate and work alongside world-class faculty.”
In addition to the rigorous academic training, IIM Lucknow provides full tuition
waivers and semi-furnished 1BHK accommodation facilities for doctoral scholars.
Scholars receive a generous monthly stipend, contingency grants for academic
needs, a one-time computer purchase grant, and extensive travel and conference
registration support. Additional benefits include funding for case writing and field
research, annual membership fees for professional societies, and reimbursement for
family health insurance premiums, ensuring a holistic environment conducive to
advanced research.
Graduates of the PhD program from IIM Lucknow have three primary career options.
Many alumni pursue academic careers, becoming faculty members at top
management institutes worldwide. Others apply their advanced analytical skills in
corporate roles, where they are in high demand by global management consulting
firms and industries such as Marketing, Finance, HR, and Strategy. Additionally, some
graduates choose public sector careers, using their specialised expertise to
contribute to public policy institutes, research organizations, and government
bodies, tackling societal challenges.
Sharing his experience of the PhD Management program at IIM Lucknow, Mr. Nitin
Sahu, a third-year PhD scholar in Decision Sciences, said, “The PhD program at IIM
Lucknow is a rigorous and research-driven journey that fosters the development of
analytical thinking, quantitative modelling, and problem-solving skills to address
real-world challenges. The program offers strong financial support, alongside
seamless access to leading academic journals, advanced software, and essential
research resources, creating an ideal environment for scholarly pursuits. With
excellent faculty and a supportive academic atmosphere, the program equips
scholars to succeed and contribute meaningfully to both academia and industry.”
Sharing her experience, Ms. Pragati Priya, a fourth-year PhD scholar in Business
Environment (Economics), IIM Lucknow, said, “Pursuing my PhD at IIM Lucknow has
been an intellectually enriching and transformative journey. The rigorous academic
environment, access to extensive resources, and mentorship from exceptional
faculty have been pivotal in advancing my research in macroeconomics and
monetary economics. The collaborative culture and opportunities to present at
prestigious conferences have further enriched my experience. I am deeply grateful
for the holistic growth IIM Lucknow has fostered during my doctoral journey.”
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ABOUT IIM LUCKNOW
Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, established in 1984, is the fourth in the prestigious
IIM family of management schools to be established in India after IIM Calcutta, IIM
Ahmedabad, and IIM Bangalore. In 2005, IIM Lucknow expanded its area of influence in the
realm of management education by becoming the first IIM to set up a satellite campus
exclusively for Executive Education at NOIDA in Delhi NCR region.
IIM Lucknow is accredited by AACSB and AMBA while its EQUIS Accreditation is ongoing. The
institute features in the prestigious FT -100 Top Global Business schools for both the 2-year
Flagship PGP program and One-year IPMX Program. It is also consistently ranked amongst
top business schools in the NIRF Rankings. IIM Lucknow was the first IIM to start a 2-year full
time MBA program in Sustainable Management 10 years back. It also has a long-standing
full-time MBA program in Agri Business Management.
Throughout its last 40 years’ journey IIML has touched millions of lives through its academic
programs, executive education programs, research, and consulting. The centres for
excellence at IIM Lucknow including the Centre for Public Policy, Centre for Food and
Agribusiness Management, Centre for Business Sustainability, Centre for Marketing in
Emerging Economies, to name a few, regularly carry out evidence-based research and
interventions in public policy and management practice. Faculty of IIM Lucknow also feature
in top 2% of global scientists for research output and impact.
The alumni of IIM Lucknow now occupy top positions in the world of business, public policy
and in several other fields.
Situated in a city known for its cultural heritage, the campus is spread over more than 190
acres of beautifully landscaped area. With its foundation in the city of “Tehzeeb”, IIM
Lucknow inculcates human values and professional ethics in the students to help them make
a positive impact not just on the nation but on a global platform. IIM Lucknow has an ideal
setup conducive to learning, accessibility and excellence.
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