With the CAT exam concluding on November 24, candidates can expect the declaration of the answer keys and results by mid-December. In light of this, IIM Lucknow has released the admission criteria for the 2025 MBA batch to help provide clarity for applicants.

The final selection for IIM Lucknow's MBA programs is based on a comprehensive evaluation of various factors, each with a specific weightage. Below is a breakdown of these parameters:

CAT Score- 30% for MBA and MBA-SM programs, 35% for MBA-ABM

Academic Performance - 10%

Diversity Factor - 5%

Writing Ability Test (WAT) - 10%

Personal Interview (PI) - 40%