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In 2024, BBAU M.Sc programme recorded median package of INR 6.92 Lakhs. In 2024, BBAU LLM programme recorded median package of INR 6.6 Lakhs. In 2024, BBAU M.Pharm programme recorded median package of INR 8.52 Lakhs.
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), a central university in Lucknow, placed 1,489 students in 2023-24 across its programmes as per the NIRF 2025 data submission. The university’s MBA batch recorded a median salary of INR 9.52 LPA for its PG 2-year cohort in 2023-24, with the MBA-specific figure rising to INR 15.13 LPA in the 2024-25 recruitment cycle based on NIRF 2026 data. BBAU’s placement activity spans IT, banking, pharmaceuticals, retail, and consulting sectors, with the Central Placement Cell (CPC) organising campus drives throughout the academic year.
A notable feature of BBAU’s graduate profile is the proportion of students who opt for higher studies rather than direct employment. In 2023-24, 96 of 1,398 graduating PG 2-year students chose further studies, and 29 of 180 UG graduates pursued postgraduate programmes. This pattern reflects the university’s research orientation as a central university with over 800 doctoral scholars enrolled.
BBAU Placement Highlights 2025
The table below consolidates programme-wise placement statistics drawn from NIRF data submissions for 2024 (covering 2022-23) and 2025 (covering 2023-24). MBA-specific figures for 2024-25 are sourced from the NIRF 2026 data submission reported by the university.
| Programme Type | Students Placed (2023-24) | Median Salary (2023-24) | Students Placed (2022-23) | Median Salary (2022-23) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UG 3-Year (B.Sc, BBA, B.Com etc.) | 151 | INR 11.85 LPA | 135 | INR 9.85 LPA |
| PG 1-Year | 36 | INR 6.93 LPA | 35 | INR 6.21 LPA |
| PG 2-Year (MBA, M.Sc, MCA, LLM etc.) | 1,302 | INR 9.52 LPA | 1,294 | INR 7.22 LPA |
| Total Students Placed | 1,489 | - | 1,464 | - |
Key Takeaways:
- Median salary for the large PG 2-year cohort rose from INR 7.22 LPA in 2022-23 to INR 9.52 LPA in 2023-24, a gain of over 30% in one year.
- UG 3-year median salary crossed INR 11 LPA in 2023-24, up from INR 9.85 LPA the prior year.
- Total placements have grown steadily: 1,178 placed from the 2020-21 PG 2-year batch versus 1,302 from the 2023-24 batch.
BBAU MBA Placement 2025
The MBA programme, offered through the School for Management Studies, consistently records the highest median salary among all BBAU programmes. In the 2024-25 recruitment cycle, 74 of 76 MBA students secured campus placements with a median salary of INR 15.13 LPA, as disclosed in the NIRF 2026 submission. The prior year saw 72 MBA students placed at a median of INR 12.78 LPA, representing an increase of approximately 18% year-on-year.
Recruiters for MBA graduates span financial services, technology consulting, FMCG, retail, and digital marketing. Companies such as HCL Technologies, TCS, Genpact, Yes Bank, Mahindra Finance, Godfrey Phillips India, and Collabera have participated in campus drives. The MBA specialisations available include Finance, Marketing, HR, and Rural Management, and placement outcomes can vary by specialisation depending on the recruiter mix in any given year.
| Particulars | 2024-25 | 2023-24 | 2022-23 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students Eligible | 76 | 76 | 76 |
| Students Placed | 74 | 72 | - |
| Placement Rate | 97.4% | 94.7% | - |
| Median Salary | INR 15.13 LPA | INR 12.78 LPA | - |
Note: 2022-23 MBA-specific figures are included within the aggregated PG 2-year data in the NIRF 2024 submission and are not separately disclosed.
BBAU B.Tech and UG Placement 2025
BBAU’s B.Tech programme covers disciplines including Computer Science, Electronics and Communication, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering. The UG 3-year category in NIRF reporting covers the university’s three-year science and commerce undergraduate programmes. B.Tech (a four-year programme) is reported separately by the university in its NAAC and CPC documents.
The official CPC placement data for 2022-23 shows B.Tech graduates placed with companies including Infosys, TCS, L&T, Indian Bank, Honeywell International, Adani, and ICICI Bank. Package figures from individual placements in the CPC record range from INR 2.16 LPA to INR 6 LPA for engineering graduates, reflecting the university’s position as a central university with strong government and PSU participation alongside private sector hiring.
| Particulars | 2023-24 | 2022-23 | 2021-22 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG 3-Year Students Placed | 151 | 135 | 103 |
| UG 3-Year Median Salary | INR 11.85 LPA | INR 9.85 LPA | INR 5.94 LPA |
| Students Opting for Higher Studies | 29 | 45 | 77 |
Key Takeaways:
- The number of UG graduates opting for higher studies has fallen from 77 in 2021-22 to 29 in 2023-24, indicating a shift toward direct employment.
- Median salary for UG 3-year graduates doubled between 2021-22 and 2023-24, from INR 5.94 LPA to INR 11.85 LPA.
BBAU M.Sc, M.Pharm, and LLM Placement 2025
Several postgraduate science and professional programmes at BBAU have distinct placement profiles. The M.Pharm programme saw 28 of 30 students placed in 2024-25 with a median salary of INR 10.45 LPA, up from INR 8.52 LPA in 2023-24. The LLM programme placed 34 students in 2024-25 with a median salary of INR 7.62 LPA, with 4 students opting for further studies or judicial services preparation.
M.Sc programmes in Biotechnology, Environmental Science, and Chemistry have recorded individual placements with organisations including clinical research companies, diagnostics firms, university research departments, and pharmaceutical manufacturers. The PG 1-year programme cohort (38 students) achieved a median salary of INR 6.93 LPA in 2023-24 with a near-complete placement rate.
| Programme | Students Placed (2024-25) | Median Salary (2024-25) | Median Salary (2023-24) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | 74 | INR 15.13 LPA | INR 12.78 LPA |
| M.Pharm | 28 of 30 | INR 10.45 LPA | INR 8.52 LPA |
| LLM | 34 | INR 7.62 LPA | - |
| PG 1-Year (all streams) | 36 of 38 | INR 6.93 LPA | INR 6.21 LPA |
Top Recruiters at BBAU Lucknow
The companies below have participated in BBAU campus recruitment drives as documented in the university’s Central Placement Cell records. The recruiter base covers a broad range of sectors, with IT services, financial services, and consumer goods companies featuring prominently.
| Sector | Companies |
|---|---|
| IT and Technology | TCS, HCL Technologies, Infosys, Genpact, Collabera, DeltaX, Accolite Digital, VDart |
| Banking and Financial Services | Yes Bank, Mahindra Finance, Bharat Financial Inclusion Ltd, HDB Financial Services, ICICI Bank, Indian Bank, IIFL Finance |
| FMCG and Retail | Godfrey Phillips India, Decathlon Sports India, Reliance Brands, Lulu Mall |
| Education and EdTech | EduGorilla, BYJU’S, Akash BYJU’S, UpGrad, Intellipaat, My Captain |
| Telecom and Others | Vodafone Idea, Aviotron Aerospace, Protouch, Info Edge India |
Engineering-stream graduates have also received offers from L&T Electrical, Honeywell International, Adani Lucknow International Airport, Northern Railway, and Cybage Software, as documented in CPC records covering graduating batches from 2018 to 2022.
BBAU Lucknow Placement FAQs
Ques. What is the median package for MBA students at BBAU Lucknow?
Ans. In the 2024-25 placement cycle, the MBA programme at BBAU recorded a median package of INR 15.13 LPA, with 74 of 76 eligible students securing placements. In 2023-24, the median was INR 12.78 LPA. These figures are sourced from the university’s NIRF data submission and reflect campus placement outcomes only.
Ques. How many students get placed at BBAU overall each year?
Ans. In 2023-24, a total of 1,489 students secured placements across all programmes at BBAU, as per the NIRF 2025 data submission. This includes 151 UG 3-year graduates, 36 PG 1-year graduates, and 1,302 PG 2-year graduates. An additional 125 students from the PG 2-year cohort opted for higher studies rather than direct employment that year.
Ques. Which programme has the best placement at BBAU Lucknow?
Ans. The MBA programme consistently posts the highest median salary at BBAU, at INR 15.13 LPA for the 2024-25 cycle. M.Pharm follows with a median of INR 10.45 LPA in the same cycle. The large PG 2-year cohort, which includes M.Sc, MCA, LLM, and MBA, recorded an overall median of INR 9.52 LPA for 2023-24. B.Tech placement packages vary by branch, with engineering graduates placed at salaries in the INR 2.5 LPA to INR 6 LPA range based on CPC placement records.
Ques. What sectors recruit from BBAU Lucknow?
Ans. BBAU graduates are recruited across IT and technology consulting, banking and financial services, FMCG and retail, pharmaceuticals, edtech, and telecom sectors. Companies such as TCS, HCL Technologies, Genpact, Yes Bank, Mahindra Finance, Godfrey Phillips India, Decathlon, and Infosys have hired from BBAU campus. Engineering graduates have also been placed with L&T, Honeywell International, and Adani.
Ques. Do a significant number of BBAU students opt for higher studies instead of placements?
Ans. Yes, a meaningful share of BBAU graduates pursue postgraduate or doctoral studies rather than direct campus placement. In 2023-24, 29 of 180 UG graduates and 96 of 1,398 PG 2-year graduates chose higher studies. This is consistent with BBAU’s profile as a research-oriented central university that runs a doctoral programme with over 800 PhD scholars. Students from science and law streams in particular often pursue competitive exams, government services, or further academic qualifications after graduation.
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