IIM Lucknow has opened applications for its 2026 PhD in Management program, with a deadline of February 16, 2026. The program begins in June 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be announced in March, followed by interviews in April and final selections in late April. IIM Lucknow provides financial support to full-time PhD scholars, including a monthly stipend, contingency grant, and travel/computer purchase grants. The institute is recognized in global rankings by Financial Times and LinkedIn, and domestically by NIRF.