Calling all ISB PGP Applicants: 2025 Intake Class of 2026

Thoroughly disagree. I think my interview went great last time and perhaps that's why I was waitlisted in Q1 and eventually rejected. This time around I didn't even get an interview.

Super disappointed in myself - I improved massively on all fronts this time round.

But it's time to get back up and get back at it.

Congratulations to all who got it

when did you hearback about the rejection when you got waitlisted?

That’s the spirit man. Easier for me to say I know but loved it.

Hey I wanted to know how to apply for scholarship in ISB or what’s the eligibility for the same. I am applying for R2 and would be helpful to know these things too

Hey- for anyone who is aware, what are the chances of being selected after getting a waitlist?

I don't know man. I had a pretty solid GMAT and acads. I'm from the merchant navy with 3.2 YoE. I wrote the essays myself and they were thoughtful. I got them reviewed by a few people. But my interview was so basic. They asked me only generic questions. I answered all of them pretty well. I had prepared so much more but they never cared to ask me anything about the sports I'm into, my start-up, or my research paper, even though I had mentioned them everywhere. But I handled all their questions pretty confidently. I don't think there is anything negative that it would have added. But will they base their decisions solely on that? Nevertheless, I'll mail them asking where I went wrong. Cheers to all those who made it and all the best to those who didn't

What is the fees amount for ISB for those who are shortlisted

Any with IIMA admit deciding isb vs iima

Depends on where you’re at in your career. PGP vs Executive PGP. Two different programmes.

Any idea when Merit Scholarships are released?

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Hi, any CS/IT graduate who want to get into Product Management post MBA, who got the admit? I want to understand the profile that got you the admit. Will be really helpful for me.
TIA!

My interview went on for an hour. I thought it went really well but I got rejected

Yup, same for me. My interview felt nothing short of great if not amazing and with my overall profile and scores waitlist was the worst I had imagined. But got rejected and cannot understand why.

Same for me as well! They asked me a product case which I was able to answer but again dont understand why the rejection. Hence wanted to know if anyone with a similar role got the admit and what they did differently - could shed some light on what we can do better the next time.

Hi. Engg grad, Electronics. WorkEx in Analytics. STG is Product Management. Got an admit, fortunately. Hope I can help.

Hello, this is an appreciation / recommendation post for MBAGuide for helping me throughout my MBA application process. I have received an admit from ISB and Said Business School (with around 28L scholarship) and besides my own hard work and luck, a huge credit goes to Aanchal. A little context:

I had applied to ISB twice before with a low GRE score. I was encouraged by a very reputed MBA consultant to apply in R1 last year. No blames, the accountability lies solely on the applicant (me!). However, I was very surprised with their attitude when I didn't make it (obv with a 317 GRE, duh!). The consultant stopped responding to my email / messages for feedback. It was while going through the forum that I stumbled upon Aanchal's profile and researched a bit on her website. I was surprised to find her consulting charges far more reasonable than others (even for B-Schools abroad). Infact, that was a major reason I called her directly (best decision ever!). Without any hesitation, she told me that I won't get an admit from any reputed B-school with my current GRE score. She pushed me to apply for European B-Schools along with ISB with a better GRE score. Simultaneously, I also spoke to another famous consultant (and very active on this forum!) about getting support for INSEAD app. S/He simply asked me to 'pay up' and get started with my old GRE score. Just the sheer contrast in their approach made my choice very clear - I have to retake my GRE and work with Aanchal. While no one expects charity, honesty is a bare minimum expectation.

I took 2 months off from work, gave my GRE in February this year, scored a good score and texted Aanchal to get started with my INSEAD application. INSEAD application is a beast, and she meticulously worked with me for over 2 months to help me curate my essays, while maintaining that 'our best' might not be good enough. Her personal investment in improving my essays actually pushed me to give my best. She doesn't shy away from calling out crap, puts in as much effort as the candidate does, if not more!
While I didn't get shortlisted from INSEAD, she stood as a solid pillar of strength throughout my applications for other B-schools. In fact, I repurposed a lot of my INSEAD essays for all my other apps. Very few people go beyond the 'package' and seek genuine joy in setting people up for success. My association with her goes beyond an 'MBA application guide'. I see her as my mentor and a friend.

So if you do not shy away from genuine hard work (I wrote around 7-8 drafts for each of the 2345596 INSEAD essay!!) and criticism, please do reach out to her. Working with her might exhaust you, challenge you and you may run out of ideas every now and then, but you will never run out of motivation. She is someone who will reflect back your energy and commitment in equal quantity!

I know it is a long post, but she deserves all the recognition and appreciation for her strong work ethics. Thank you so much Aanchal. I would have recommended her long back irrespective of my result. But without an admit, my recommendation would hold little value. Good luck to all future MBA candidates