The newly launched undergraduate programme aims to prepare students for emerging opportunities in artificial intelligence, analytics, and data-driven business environments by combining technical education with management learning.
Applications for the inaugural batch are now open and eligible students can submit their forms within the announced deadline.
IIM Lucknow Introduces Undergraduate BS Programme in Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics
With growing demand for AI professionals and business technology experts, IIM Lucknow has introduced a specialised undergraduate programme focused on building future-ready skills.
The BS in Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics will admit students who have demonstrated strong academic performance and qualified one of India’s most competitive engineering entrance examinations.
The institute has announced that admissions for the first academic cycle are currently underway.
Application Deadline
July 3, 2026
Official admission details:
Who Can Apply for IIM Lucknow Undergraduate AI Course?
Candidates interested in applying must satisfy the following eligibility requirements:
✔ Passed Class 12 or equivalent examination
in 2025 or 2026
✔ Studied Physics, Chemistry
and Mathematics (PCM)
✔ Successfully qualified JEE
Advanced
✔ Meet institute eligibility
and admission requirements
The institute has also announced a 5% relaxation in qualifying marks for SC and ST candidates.
Admission Process and Selection Criteria
Admission to the programme will not be based on JEE qualification alone.
Selection will consider:
- Academic performance in qualifying examinations
- JEE Advanced performance
- Eligibility criteria prescribed by the institute
Candidates should carefully review admission guidelines before applying.
Seat Intake and Admission Schedule
The first batch of the programme will begin with a limited intake.
| Event | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | 03 July 2026 |
| First Admission List | 10 July 2026 |
| Second Admission List (if seats remain) | 23 July 2026 |
| Third Admission List (if required) | 03 August 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | 17 August 2026 |
The institute may release additional admission lists depending on seat availability.
Focus Areas of the New AI and Business Analytics Programme
The curriculum has been designed to bridge artificial intelligence expertise with business decision-making and management education.
Students enrolled in the programme will study subjects including:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Data Engineering
- Business Analytics
- Responsible AI
- Big Data Computing
- Computer Vision
- Deep Learning
- Cloud Computing
- Machine Learning Deployment
The interdisciplinary approach aims to prepare students for careers across technology, consulting, analytics, and emerging AI-driven industries.
What Makes This Programme Different?
Unlike traditional undergraduate technology programmes, this course combines:
✔ AI and emerging technologies
✔ Business and management
education
✔ Industry-oriented analytics
skills
✔ Practical decision-making
approaches
The programme is designed for students interested in building careers at the intersection of technology and business leadership.
What Candidates Should Do Next
Students who meet the eligibility conditions should review programme details, keep academic documents and JEE Advanced records ready, and complete the application process before the deadline.
Regularly check the official website for updates related to admissions and merit lists.