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Can’t we show progression through resume instead of in the application portal?

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I have one doubt if I have attended some workshops organized at office level full day workshop and adding it in a certificate then my mode of study will be what ? Part time , Full time , Distance Education or Online learning?

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Not sure but I have a certificate so I thought to add.

In ISB application there is an option to track whether I am giving first time GMAT or not . Is there any way via which the b school can track my attempt ?

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In ISB application there is an option to track whether I am giving first time GMAT or not . Is there any way via which the b school can track my attempt ?

Yes they can. Don't lie on the application. Period.

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Has anyone from Bangalore received interview invites? Is there an approximate timeline they have shared for this?

Also, have people from other cities already received invites?

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Do we need to download any software on our laptops for the on-spot essay? Are we given some time to test if the software is working as intended before the essay task starts?

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Yes they can. Don't lie on the application. Period.

Also for GRE you have to upload official score report

It will have all number of attempts

So no way to lie even if you want to

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Hi everyone I need some clarification on the ISB Applications
•⁠ ⁠In the personal details section the work experience should be as of cut off date - this means as of 31st March 2026 correct?
•⁠ ⁠⁠Is filling class X academic records required/recommended - If yes under which category should this be added
•⁠ ⁠⁠I have also completed CFA Level 1 - where can I add this info in the academic tab? Is there a specific category?
•⁠ ⁠⁠In the education they have kept field for rank - Is this mandatory ? (I actually don’t remember total strength of my batch)
•⁠ ⁠⁠Regarding the rewards and activities section is there a guide on how to fill this out? Is there any recommended number of activities? (asking this because I have multiple volunteering/event participations in college fest so I may need to prioritise accordingly)

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Add every activity but it has to be extra curriculars- outside of work and studies

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If someone has list of topics of on spot essays, either of previous year or this year, can you please post it here once.

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What is the cutoff date for workEx for R2 application? And also for R3? - I’ve recently made a switch in October second week, which I think would be good career spike as it’s a pre-MBA role. Would I be able to mention it in my application?