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For folks applying for one year MBA program at top IIMs for 2026 intake if you have a business idea you want to work on post MBA or if you had any entrepreneurial experience with a startup or even with a traditional business background you should definitely mention that in your MBA applications and interviews. Business schools give brownie points for such experiences and that can help you stand out from the applicant pool.
Oh wow such new information.
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For folks applying for one year MBA program at top IIMs for 2026 intake if you have a business idea you want to work on post MBA or if you had any entrepreneurial experience with a startup or even with a traditional business background you should definitely mention that in your MBA applications and interviews. Business schools give brownie points for such experiences and that can help you stand out from the applicant pool.
How? Please elaborate.
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Hi please help in evaluating my profile (Indian male engineer 😭)

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2 years with a tech services consulting and 4+ years in a retail ecomm product. Main reason for pgp/mba is domain change and more leadership opportunities.

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Should I take another attempt at the gmat or should I put all my focus now on the application?
Would love to hear some feedback on the profile as well, thanks!
Your GMAT score is already above average. At this juncture, even if you put in a lot of effort, getting your score higher is really really tough. But the decision is ultimately yours to make.

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Hi please help in evaluating my profile (Indian male engineer 😭)

GMAT FE: 675

Work-ex: 6+ years as a software developer,
2 years with a tech services consulting and 4+ years in a retail ecomm product. Main reason for pgp/mba is domain change and more leadership opportunities.

Academics:
10th: 10 CGPA
12th: 82.8%
Btech: 8.08 from IEM, Kolkata (Tier 3 college but qualified via WBJEE, probably not relevant)
No gaps in academics

Should I take another attempt at the gmat or should I put all my focus now on the application?
Would love to hear some feedback on the profile as well, thanks!
According to me, you do not need to retake GMAT. You need a strong application and you should focus on how you will stand out from the crowd of IT professionals.
At IIMA< the application is very important and it is linked to the first shortlist, so focus on that. Remember your application is not just your resume, you have to show much more and stand out from the crowd.
Reach out if you need help from IIM alumni who are helping applicants since 7+ years.
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Sharing some of the wonderful feedback we have received on GMAT club over the years! :) reach out for genuine support during your application process!
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What were the essay prompts from IIM Ahmedabad last year? Is there a central repository of their essay prompts over the years?
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Admission Eminence has created a repository of sample essays of its successful candidates. Please use it at your discretion: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/ ... sp=sharing

We keep adding the interesting and inspiring stories of our successful candidates in the days or weeks to come.
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What were the essay prompts from IIM Ahmedabad last year? Is there a central repository of their essay prompts over the years?
IIMA PGPX Essays from last year

Essay 1 : Please describe some of the challenges you faced in your work life and how you were able to overcome them?
Essay 2 : Tell us what is special about you that makes you a good addition to the classroom?
Essay 3: What do the next five years mean to you in terms of your career?
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What were the essay prompts from IIM Ahmedabad last year? Is there a central repository of their essay prompts over the years?
The essay prompts have remained similar in the last few years with some minor changes here and there.
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The essay prompts have remained similar in the last few years with some minor changes here and there.
How many days are generally given to attempt the essays?
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Hi there, in case someone needs to connect with an Admissions Consultant for a free 1:1 call, I would be happy to help. Please DM to book your slot.
All the best!
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How many days are generally given to attempt the essays?
2-3 days are given. Its advisable to get your stories sorted before those 3 days.
reach out if you need help from IIM Alumni who are helping applicants since 7+ years.
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