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31 Jul 2026, 01:59
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I would report the 635 especially since ISB considers your highest valid GMAT score, so sending this one doesn't hurt you if you improve it later. If you retake and score higher before the application deadline, the stronger score is what will matter. (Also that's the score you will also use to update the application)
A first-attempt CA, 8+ years across Deloitte and Northern Arc Capital, and experience in venture debt and structured financing is differentiated. You would have real on ground stories of how corportae strategies are at play and that makes you interesting candidate.
The main reasons you may not have converted in 2022 are likely the 660 GMAT and possibly your application positioning. With experienced finance candidates, ISB expects a very clear "Why MBA, why now, and why not continue growing in finance?" If that story isn't sharp, it can hold back an otherwise strong profile.
If you're applying again, don't just submit an updated score. Make sure your application clearly demonstrates what's changed since 2022, whether that's broader responsibilities, stronger leadership, venture debt exposure, or a more mature career vision.
Target 675+ and even if your score improve slightly, do apply.
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31 Jul 2026, 02:19
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There is no confusion in what you should do
*Yes, Absolutely report your score to ISB and and other IIMs if those are in your list*
Being a Chartered Accountant puts you in a very desirable profile list so a GMAT score of 635 with the experience of 8 years that you have is good enough to get you in competition.
If you think you have already delivered well in GMAT and do NOT have much deviation from the mock test scores then it won’t be incorrect for you to apply with the current score. However any better score would only support your application.
Just start working on essays and reflect how your experience will enrich the learning of cohort and will help you achieve your goals. Keep your goals achievable.
Your biggest strengths should be the impact that you have delivered and how has that driven you to the current juncture where you are finding MBA path synergetic to achieve you next set of goals.
Your professional qualification are your biggest distinctions and don’t forget to reap the benefit of them to show you distinguished subtly
You have some strong brand names that you have worked with.
Northern Arc experience is very niche, and try to use it. I am already working with another CA who worked there.
It seems that many things are in your favour and GMAT is satisfactory in association with your background.
So do well. Connect with me if you wish to discuss how can you better project you candidature to ISB and other schools.
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31 Jul 2026, 02:49
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Hello,
I am currently targetting in the range of 690-715+. This would be my 2nd GMAT attempt. Writing this to get a review from the admins here on the basis of my Profile.
10 : 93.1 % (9.8 CGPA, CBSE )
12 : 78 % ( CBSE )
B.Tech : 8.81 DGPA ( Chem Engg.. )
I was the Men’s topper during my bachelors in my dept and have created an impact by working on many state level projects concerning my dept. I also was the project head in my dept and have delivered a waste management cycle project in front of the gazetted NAAC officer’s which resulted our team being the winner in the contest.
Currently have approx 5 years of IT Infrastructure, Operations and Management experience in TCS. During my tenure here in this organization, I have worked with one of the largest Insurance Companies in UK, to deliver both IT and management solutions and have worked with more than 200+ tech lead and financial lead associates by managing operations in both the domains. I have managed 3 teams as a lead of over 10+ candidates to deliver quick IT solutions during a major issue outbreak and was successfull in doing the job. I have also worked with the different architects of many MNCs to deploy many jobs that were relevant with today’s changing business requirement in the IT industry.
Please do let me know, what are the strengths and weaknesses in my profile and what range should I really target for considering my essays and interview and overall profile.
Thanks & Regards
I am currently targetting in the range of 690-715+. This would be my 2nd GMAT attempt. Writing this to get a review from the admins here on the basis of my Profile.
10 : 93.1 % (9.8 CGPA, CBSE )
12 : 78 % ( CBSE )
B.Tech : 8.81 DGPA ( Chem Engg.. )
I was the Men’s topper during my bachelors in my dept and have created an impact by working on many state level projects concerning my dept. I also was the project head in my dept and have delivered a waste management cycle project in front of the gazetted NAAC officer’s which resulted our team being the winner in the contest.
Currently have approx 5 years of IT Infrastructure, Operations and Management experience in TCS. During my tenure here in this organization, I have worked with one of the largest Insurance Companies in UK, to deliver both IT and management solutions and have worked with more than 200+ tech lead and financial lead associates by managing operations in both the domains. I have managed 3 teams as a lead of over 10+ candidates to deliver quick IT solutions during a major issue outbreak and was successfull in doing the job. I have also worked with the different architects of many MNCs to deploy many jobs that were relevant with today’s changing business requirement in the IT industry.
Please do let me know, what are the strengths and weaknesses in my profile and what range should I really target for considering my essays and interview and overall profile.
Thanks & Regards
