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no i haven’t given GRE yet, GMAT i a planning to write in July

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10 th 8.8 cgpa
12 th 65%
UG- engineering in electrical engineering - 7.2 cgpa
fellowship - Kyiev polytechnic in automation and renewable energy
State level volleyball player from SAI
6 yr of team handling experience
7 yrs of work experience overall in sales
did a startup in 2019, but didn’t went through

How is this profile for pgpx IIMA ?

these are my details

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*roushanpandey65 writes:*
> 10 th 8.8 cgpa
> 12 th 65%
> UG- engineering in electrical engineering - 7.2 cgpa
> fellowship - Kyiev polytechnic in automation and renewable energy
> State level volleyball player from SAI
> 6 yr of team handling experience
> 7 yrs of work experience overall in sales
> did a startup in 2019, but didn’t went through
> How is this profile for pgpx IIMA ?
these are my details

To compensate for low 12th %. Try to target a GMAT of 700+. However other aspects of your profile are interesting

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I have scored 7.8 CGPA in 10th & 83.53 in 3 year Diploma in Electrical Engineering & 6.87 in AMIE ( Equivalent B.tech) . I have 6+ year of working experience in MNC company in Engineering field . Can you please confirm for the target GMAT score and possibility for IIMA.

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I have scored 7.8 CGPA in 10th & 83.53 in 3 year Diploma in Electrical Engineering & 6.87 in AMIE ( Equivalent B.tech) . I have 6+ year of working experience in MNC company in Engineering field . Can you please confirm for the target GMAT score and possibility for IIMA.

With the right narrative (essays + overall application) and a strong GMAT, you can definitely be in the race for .

Aim for GMAT:

- Minimum: 700

One area to be mindful of : candidates from AMIE backgrounds sometimes face challenges in communication/clarity during interviews. That’s something hard to assess over chat.

Overall: possible with the right positioning + GMAT.

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Hi SwiftBat,

Your profile has strong elements, particularly your CA qualification and the entrepreneurial experience of running your own practice, which can stand out if positioned effectively. However, your academics are relatively weak. The short stints and your recent role may also raise questions around stability and depth of impact. A strong GMAT score (675+) will be important, especially given the high number of CAs targeting these programs. Ultimately, your overall narrative and how well you connect your past experiences to your post-MBA goals will be critical.

All the Best!

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Can you please evaluate my profile and provide some guidance on my chances of getting shortlisted?
Academic Background:
• Class X (CBSE): 8.8 CGPA
• Class XII (CBSE): 91%
• B.Com (Hons), DU SOL: 60%
• Chartered Accountant: 53% (Final)
Professional Experience: 6+ Years
• Articleship (3 years) – Completed from a mid-sized CA firm in Delhi, with core exposure to Audit, Taxation, Accounting, and Finance. (I would also like to understand whether this period is considered as formal work experience for executive programs.)
• Post-Qualification Experience:
1. NatWest Markets (RBS) – Worked for 7 months as a Senior Analyst in Regulatory Reporting (Derivatives), handling trade and transaction reporting.
2. Own CA Practice – Managed and operated my own firm in Delhi for approximately 2 years and 3 months, handling end-to-end client engagements across finance, compliance, and advisory.
3. Current Role – Working as a Credit Manager in Business Banking at one of India’s leading banks for the past 3 months. My role involves credit assessment, financial analysis, and risk evaluation of business profiles.
Test Scores:
• GMAT: Not attempted yet
I am particularly targeting the one-year Executive MBA program at IIM Ahmedabad or Tier 1 B Schools and would value your honest assessment of my profile, along with any suggestions on how I can strengthen my chances.

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Hi WorkDrop,

I would need more details about your work experience to provide more specific guidance. Also, it’s important to clarify your post-MBA goals, as your narrative and positioning will be critical—especially since this would be your second MBA. You will need to clearly answer the “why MBA” and “why now” questions. Additionally, aiming for a GMAT score of around 675 or higher will significantly strengthen your chances.

All the Best!

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31/male/India
1. 10th - 10 CGPA
2. 12th - 89%
3. undergrad - B.E - 68%
4. MBA in Marketing from Tier 2 college in India- 8.2 CGPA
5. 5 years work experience in Market research industry
6. yet to take GMAT

targeting IIM A PGPX for my second MBA

how does my current profile look and what gmat score should I ideally target?

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Hi,

Overall, you have a strong profile for PGPX, with a good GRE score, international exposure, and CFA credentials. It would be helpful to understand more about your current role in terms of impact, nature of work, and any leadership responsibilities. I agree that the key will be clearly articulating why you need an MBA at this stage and how it will add value beyond your current position.

All the Best!

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10 th 10 cgpa
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UG- Delhi University Economics honours - 6.68 cgpa
Diploma in finance _ ISBF/ UOL - first division
Masters in finance - Esade business school ( international exposure)-8.5 cgpa
CFA 2 passed
5 yes work experience inIB from big 4 India

GRE 333- (167;166)

How is this profile for pgpx IIMA ?

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10 th 10 cgpa
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UG- Delhi University Economics honours - 6.68 cgpa
Diploma in finance _ ISBF/ UOL - first division
Masters in finance - Esade business school ( international exposure)-8.5 cgpa
CFA 2 passed
5 yrs work experience in IB from big 4 India

GRE 333- (167;166)

How is this profile for pgpx IIMA ?

Amazing... 😀

Check profile of this candidate... 332 GRE and Finance background CA... Joined IIM-A this year

If you reach him on LinkedIn, then he will be happy to help... 😀

https://www.linkedin.com/in/utsavpathak222/

Check his success story that he posted on his linkedIn ..

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Q: How is your profle for PGPX???
Ans: Amazing… 😀

Check profile of this candidate… 332 GRE and Finance background CA… Joined IIM-A this year

If you reach him on LinkedIn, then he will be happy to help… 😀

https://www.linkedin.com/in/utsavpathak222/

Check his success story that he posted on his linkedIn ..

Bhoopendra Singh
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and he didn’t just get admit from IIM-A... He got it from IIM-B and ISB too... 😀

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Hi people, my stats:
10th: 77%
12th: 79%
B.E (AMIE): 7.89
Age: 40

The above is clubbed with 20 years of glorious service in IAF across multiple domains in both combative and administrative roles.Presently joined a Public Sector bank due to interest in Finance and Banking. I want to upgrade into mid to senior leadership roles in finance avenues, learn new things and make long lasting connections for which I think PGPX via IIM/ISB would act as a catalyst.

Want to know where my profile stands for PGPX? Feedbacks welcome.

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Kindly evaluate my profile.
10th: 80%
12th: 87%
CA, LLB, Bcom, Mcom, ICAI AI certification

Workex:
1. 2Years in BOI, At a Large Corporate Branch
2. 3 years in ONGC

Extra curricular: Ex National Tennis Player

GMAT: Yet to be taken

Want to go into roles of product manager, other than typical finance roles.

Targeting IIM A, B, ISB

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Hi people, my stats:
10th: 77%
12th: 79%
B.E (AMIE): 7.89
Age: 40

The above is clubbed with 20 years of glorious service in IAF across multiple domains in both combative and administrative roles.Presently joined a Public Sector bank due to interest in Finance and Banking. I want to upgrade into mid to senior leadership roles in finance avenues, learn new things and make long lasting connections for which I think PGPX via IIM/ISB would act as a catalyst.

Want to know where my profile stands for PGPX? Feedbacks welcome.

My suggestion is that don’t target ISB

Target only IIMs if getting a job after an MBA through campus placement is the plan. 🙂

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Did you know that you can get mid senior roles in companies such as JPMorgan, wellsfargo, Morgan Stanley etc. You might already know other juniors/seniors who made it to these US companies.

There is certain quota in US banks reserved for navy/military/armed forces.

Why do you want to do an MBA at this point ? What are you missing ?

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Kindly evaluate my profile.
10th: 80%
12th: 87%
CA, LLB, Bcom, Mcom, ICAI AI certification

Workex:
1. 2Years in BOI, At a Large Corporate Branch
2. 3 years in ONGC

Extra curricular: Ex National Tennis Player

GMAT: Yet to be taken

Want to go into roles of product manager, other than typical finance roles.

Targeting IIM A, B, ISB

Haha! Very interesting story you got there. LLB, CA, MCom and doesn't want finance roles. Finance in ONGC is very different than if you would work in Corporate finance roles or for PE VC firms.

Anyway from a profile standpoint with decent GMAT you can make it to any of the colleges you desire.

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Hi SHISHIR86,

Overall, you have a strong profile. Candidates from the armed forces are well represented in these programs, and they often use the MBA as a platform to transition into new careers. Given your exposure to the finance domain, you’re well positioned to pivot into related roles post-MBA.
While the IIMs typically have a slightly higher average work experience, you still have a solid chance at ISB. There are also scholarship opportunities at ISB specifically for candidates from an armed forces background. Aim for a GMAT Focus score of around 675 to remain competitive.

All the Best!

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Hi NandiniPandya,

Were you also working in a finance role at ONGC? Given that your overall profile is tilted toward the finance domain, you are more likely to be considered for finance-related roles post-MBA, especially since these programs often place candidates into SME-type roles.
That said, several organizations also hire Product Managers within their banking or financial services verticals, so those could be relevant opportunities for you to target. Aim for a GMAT Focus score in the 675 range to stay competitive.

All the Best!

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Hi All,

I would request if anyone could kindly evaluate my profile

My Educational Background ( Ascending Order )
1. 10th : 89.80%
2. 12th: 89.08%
3. Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering ( No Gap , No KTs) : 8.99 CGPA on a scale of 10

Work Experience
1. 3.5 years in Growth Strategy and Branding at Royal Enfield
2. 5 months in A Tier 1 small firm handling corporate strategy and consulting

Extra Curricular : ( i dont know what exactly counts ) : Author of a few books self published on Amazon , A Medium Blog Channel , Google Crowdsource Influencer , Published 2 papers on Human Behaviour and Psychology.

GMAT Focus : Yet to be taken - projecting / aiming around 685

Roles post MBA : MBB Consulting , Brand Strategy , Product Management

Target : ISB , IIM A - Executive MBA , HBS , HEC , Stanford , Any such relevant colleges which the experts feel would be suitable

Would really appreciate your help and analysis of my profile.

Additionally if somebody wants my detailed work experience resume would be more than happy to share the same

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Just a clarification, I work in the Financial Reporting and Audit coordination verticle at ONGC. I understand that my core is finance. Thank you for the information.