Calling all ISB PGP Applicants: 2025 Intake Class of 2026

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Everyone, does anyone know what questions are sent to the recommender when you put their contact details in your application?

Is anyone applying for XLRI this year? If yes, I need some basic clarification. Can anyone help me please?

Given that you were scoring higher in mocks, you can definitely give another attempt to further improve your score. But keep in mind that in addition to the GMAT score, your overall profile, goals, communication skills and cohort fit also matter a lot. So while you prepare for your 2nd GMAT attempt, make sure to allocate enough time for crafting your application that is customised for each of your target B-School. Feel free to reach out to us at Preppie (https://www.preppie.in) for a more detailed discussion

Hi Forum,
I request a profile evaluation
Male, 26
10th - 6.6 CGPA (CBSE - 2014)
12th - 66% Science ( CBSE - 2016)
12th - 73% (SCIENCE) (CBSE - 2017) ---- Re attempted to increase percentage
Eng : 7.45 CGPA (Mechanical)
Work Ex- total 2.10 Years
My Professional Experience:
1.) I started my career as a system engineer in Infosys (2021- Oct) and worked as a production support engineer for a big client having approx 1200 employess in India itself
2.) Then got promoted as Senior System Engineer and then worked as Developer using .NET framework
3.) Internally applied for Associate Consultant Role since i discovered passion for management related work while working with Business analyst in my previous project.
4.) Right Now i have been transitioned into an Associate Consultant through an internal exam and working here as a BA for Apple Client.

Extra Curricular: Performed as a singer in a Band in various stages and won 1st prize in JN Stadium.
Been Volunteer for Smart India Hackathon.

What are my chances of getting into ISB or SPJAIN for One year MBA ? What should be my target Gmat Score.
Also I’m planning to apply for admission next year R1 Sep.

Academics are on the weaker side. Infosys experience as a System Engineer is a generic one. You’ll really have to bolster your profile as an Associate Consultant to showcase some spike in your profile. Also, 2 yr 10 months experience is till date or till Mar 2026? Attempt for a high GMAT score (At least 675+, ideally 695+) to improve your chances and offset the low marks in school and graduation. Try and do more with your passion for Singing so that it could add another unique dimension to your persona. Feel free to reach out to us at Preppie (https://www.preppie.in) for a more detailed discussion around your application strategy

Till Date

So you’ll effectively have ~4.5 yrs till Mar 2026 which is a decent work ex range for your target schools. Ensure to make your consulting stint a highly impactful one

Thank You! Will Try my best

when is R2 deadline for ISB?

­Not announced as yet ChandrikaCh1 ...generally in Nov end or Dec beginning.
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Ashish.

­Honestly you should be asking this question to ISB Krishna1197. How can anyone on this forum authoritatively tell you that you can tinker with the format that ISB has specified.
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Ashish.

­Hi All,

Please evaluate my profile for ISB Co'26.

My Profile:

Age: 26 yr
Work Ex. (as of March 31, 2025) : 4 years 8 months
GMAT Score : 695 (waiting for sectional scores)
Educational Qualifications:
1. S.S.C: secured 95.00% (all subjects) from CISCE in 2014 (school rank - 1/200)
2. H.S.C: secured 95.60% (all subjects) from Science stream from CBSE in 2016 (school rank - 2/500)
3. Graduation: Completed B.Tech in Electronics and Comm. Engg. from IIT (ISM) Dhanbad with 88.1% (rank - 3/110)

Work Experience:
1. Working as a Senior Data Analyst in an Indian wealth-tech unicorn startup for over 2 years now
2. Worked as an business analyst in ZS Associates for 1.5 years.
3. Interned at General Electric as a Sales and Marketing Associate for 3 months.
4. Interned as a Research Associate in IIT Roorkee for 2 months

Extra Curricular/Achievements:
1. Launched the official international relations website for better international outreach and perception which subsequently led to a better PI score in the NIRF rankings
2. Coordinated the socio-cultural fest of college with a footfall of around 15,000 and a budget of over half a crore in INR
3. Part of a number of CSR activities in college for the emancipation of orphaned children
4. Winner of a number of inter-school quiz competitions
5. Other administrative posts in college - student member of curriculum updation of electronics department, head of student society of department
6. Awarded the point one percentile certificate by the then Education Minister of India for securing full marks (100) in Mathematics in the 2016 CBSE 12th Board Exam

About Me:
I am a very curious and empathetic person, who loves meeting new people. I have always been good at academics. In college, I had an excellent GPA of 8.81 with multiple PoRs at a university level and at a department level. In 2020, I got an admit to IIM Indore, but I rejected it because I wasn't sure why I wanted to pursue an MBA. In 2021, I took a risk and switched from a stable multi-national consulting company to an Indian startup in the crypto space, in order to work in a fast-paced environment and gain product-business experience. For the past 1 year, I have been leading the analytics pod for a new investment platform in Indian Stocks. Spearheaded the analytics team during the 0 to 10 journey of the product, and now embarking on the 10-100 journey.

I love playing the guitar, and as a former quizzer I read the newspaper everyday.

Primarily, aiming for ISB-Hyderabad. Now that I have a decent score, I can also explore INSEAD, HEC Paris, NYU Stern, MIT Sloan, Chicago Booth and Kellog. Please let me know if my profile is competiive for these B-schools.

­Hey, austin316



You possess a strong academic background and nearly five years of work experience, which includes consulting and a startup role, which gives you an edge over other candidates. In addition, a GMAT FE score of 695 acts as solid foundation, which is necessary for admission into top programs. Your background also displays your willingness to embrace challenges as well as adapt to different situations.

Your work in launching a website, coordinating events, and participating in CSR activities showcases your leadership and sets you apart. Recognized academic achievements and your curiosity and empathy further enhance your MBA application.

Highlight any global experience, such as your General Electric internship because for INSEAD, HEC Paris and NYU Stern, international exposure is important. This international exposure aligns well with their emphasis on diverse backgrounds and global perspectives. MIT Sloan and Chicago Booth additionally favor applicants who exhibit commanding leadership skills and excellence in diverse teams, whereas collaboration and teamwork are highly valued at Kellogg. Make sure to emphasize these qualities in your application.

Your strong profile makes you a competitive candidate for ISB and top B-schools. Concentrate on refining areas which need improvement to improve your probability of getting admission.


We’d be happy to discuss your profile in more detail and help enhance your application’s competitiveness. Feel free to schedule a call with us here for an in-depth evaluation and additional benefits. We match you with the students and alums of top B-schools according to your background and target schools­

Please evaluate my profile


GMAT Score: 695 (Focus Edition)

Education:

Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Institution: National Institute of Technology (NIT) Trichy

GPA: 8.5

Work Experience:

Current Position: Product Manager

Company: Mahindra & Mahindra
Years of Experience: 4

Responsibilities: Leading a team responsible for the development and launch of new automotive products. Managing product lifecycle from concept through to market introduction, including cross-functional team coordination, market research, and stakeholder engagement. Successfully led the launch of an electric vehicle line, achieving a 15% market share within the first year.

Previous Experience:

Position: Mechanical Engineer
Company: Bosch India
Years of Experience: 2
Responsibilities: Worked on the design and optimization of automotive components, contributing to projects that enhanced performance and reliability.
Extracurricular Activities:

Position: Founder & Coordinator

Organization: Engineers Without Borders - India Chapter

Achievements: Initiated and led projects focusing on sustainable engineering solutions for rural communities. Projects included a low-cost water filtration system and solar-powered lighting solutions.

Position: Mentor

Organization: Startup Incubator at NIT Trichy

Achievements: Provided mentorship to startups in the automotive and manufacturing sectors, offering guidance on product development, business strategy, and market entry.
Leadership Experience:

Role: Project Lead
Details: Managed a cross-functional team in the development of a new product line at Mahindra & Mahindra. The project involved coordinating with R&D, marketing, and production teams to ensure timely and successful product launches.

Awards and Honors:

Award: Excellence in Innovation Award

Organization: Mahindra & Mahindra
Details: Recognized for innovative solutions in the design and development of a new product line, which resulted in significant cost savings and market expansion.

Honor: Best Young Engineer

Organization: Bosch India

Details: Awarded for outstanding contributions to engineering projects and demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills.


Is my profile good for ISB and LBS?

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It's a great profile from our experience. With solid essays, you have a strong chance at both LBS and ISB.

Your work experience can really be useful and be discussed in the interviews, so maybe try to make it look better on profile. (For Eg, incorporating the Young Engineer award in your work ex section - Just a psychological trick so they see this award in the upper section of your CV )

Plus, 695 on Focus is much higher than the average for both LBS and ISB. And the GPA of 8.5 is also on the higher end. I'd recommend being really good in essays and perfecting the interview so you cut any edges.

One thing, which I realised very recently, i.e. Post COVID Applications is the search for an X-Factor. For some, it is like an International Summer School or like a Startup Project. It can be a great idea to look for that in your profile. If required, DM me and we can help too

But I'd say with a decent application, you have a very real shot at clearing both.

Good Luck!

Ribak Derulo!