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If you look at the 1st talk - "Why the business schools rejected your 🍑" in this entertaining series, it would be a good start to avoid common pitfalls in applications. Good luck!

https://www.mbaconquerors.com/diy-deadpool-talks
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Great, H/S GPA and UG GPA. UG Brand +++. Work ex is a bit on the lower end (Have a question there about the overall leadership experience). Internship might not count for much sadly but good work on that. Startup experience- differentiator, I like it, and I have a sample resume on my website on how to report this, if you want to check it out- https://www.mbaconquerors.com/diy-hbs (There are two different ones there. Yes, we use TV Characters to give examples.) ECs are long but it all seems like you were the life of the party in Undergrad, just can’t see much else after. They want to see a balance. Ideally, I don’t think the profile is competitive just yet, a bit young and there are multiple things that could be worked with. (I never suggest not to take the shot) If the GMAT is 725+, it would be ideal but 695+ definitely suggested given the profile and stats. (and your name reads Sarthak, so Indian General Male- an indirect curse in admissions process as you must already know) -MBA Conquerors
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Can you suggest, what can i work on in the near future, and if there’s something I can setup in the short term?Businessconquerer,
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Hey kindly evaluate my profile for ISB.
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Hello @WA@faq1089,

You could definitely focus on improving your test score alongside garnering leadership experience either at work or on the extra-curricular front.

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Could you please review my profile?
10: 92%
12: 84.9%
BE in computer engineering: 9.01 CGPA

Did two internships in my undergrad: one with Ernst&Young and one with L&T

Was a part of two NGOS in my undergrad where i have hosted an event for underprivileged children to showcase their talent. Besides that i taught them math english and science.

In my undergrad, I was the assistant creative head of my college committee computer society of india where i have hosted two city-wide technical events.

Joined Deloitte as an analyst, was promoted to Consultant now.
3.8 years of experience.

In Deloitte, as a part of the impact day initiative me and my team painted murals in local schools and recorded audio books for visually impaired children. I was the cluster lead for both these initiatives.

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I am a re applicant, I applied last year in R3 and got an interview call back. However, I couldnt convert.

Since i am a salesforce developer and I have worked on end to end implementation, I had given my long term goals as product management.

Please let me know what to do in terms of improving my profile.
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Hi everyone,

I have 6 years and 9 months of professional experience as a Consultant with the Ministry of Environment, Government of India. For the past 16 months, I have been on a career break due to childcare responsibilities. I’m now preparing to re-launch my career and am planning to take the GMAT in September 2025 with the goal of joining a top-tier business school in India for the 2026 intake.

I would appreciate insights on:

What would be considered a competitive GMAT score for top Indian programs like ISB, IIM Lucknow (IPMX), and SPJIMR?

What are the acceptance rates or chances for candidates with my profile—strong public sector experience and a recent career break?

Thank you in advance for your guidance!
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10th - 9.4 CGPA
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Work experience - working at IT MNC as Business Analyst in Operations. Previously worked on supply chain project, currently transitioned to reporting role related to finance. Worked with US and Europe clients so got a lot of international exposure. Good expertise on excel.
Total 3 YOE

Extras - Worked in sales team of college cultural fest,Managed Non tech event in mid term fest, captian of school basketball team, Student council member in 12th,
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Computer Science Engineer working as "Business Analyst in Operations"? How did that happen?

You should be looking at a very decent GMAT score (675+), in order to increase your chances of an interview invite.
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10th-88%

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4 years in TCS as a Business Operations Manager
And will be six years by R1
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Led a member of 15 volunteers for the placement process in my MBA
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Why second MBA?

Academics are a bit modest and so, you need to aim for a very decent GMAT (675+).

Also, ISB looks at the experience at the time of commencement of the program. So, you would have almost 6.5 years of experience by then.

You might find the following article useful: Applying to ISB with poor or average academics
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When will be 1st round starting and how to apply

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How much work is the application process (essays/LoR/anything else?) for ISB? I want to apply to R1 in September and would like to understand when is the best time for GMAT. I just started preparation, and I am targeting a score of 725 (got 695 in the official mock).

Is taking GMAT in late July a good idea? That would leave around 6-7 weeks till the September 14th deadline.
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Hello Garima25,

You have a valid reason for career break; thus, with a coherent set of career goals, you will be alright.

While no score guarantees an admit, IIM L and SP Jain would be feasible with a score around 645; if you are looking at ISB, your aim should be higher; 675+ will give you a competitive chance.

All the best!
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Hi everyone,

I have 6 years and 9 months of professional experience as a Consultant with the Ministry of Environment, Government of India. For the past 16 months, I have been on a career break due to childcare responsibilities. I’m now preparing to re-launch my career and am planning to take the GMAT in September 2025 with the goal of joining a top-tier business school in India for the 2026 intake.

I would appreciate insights on:

What would be considered a competitive GMAT score for top Indian programs like ISB, IIM Lucknow (IPMX), and SPJIMR?

What are the acceptance rates or chances for candidates with my profile—strong public sector experience and a recent career break?

Thank you in advance for your guidance!
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