Help me with my Profile

Question

I'm 26M from India
I did my graduation in bcom in 2022 with an aggregate percentage of 80. After that had to look after my father's Business for 3 years. In 2024 started preparing for ssc cgl exam and was able to crack it and got selected as Postal Assistant under GOI. Been working here since September 2025,now want to start preparing for gmat as I always wanted to pursue mba from a reputed b-school.
The main dilemma in my mind is that my profile is not good enough.
Can I improve my profile while preparing for gmat and if yes how???

MBADecoder · Answer

Sagar, it depends on which b-schools are you targeting? Any b-school will want to see that you have some solid quantifiable achievements and have made a larger impact through your work. SO its important to understand what you did at the family business, whether you grew it while there? What is your current role? Is it administrative or do you have some managerial responsibilities? Moreover, are you involved in any initiatives outside work? Namita Garg, MBA Decoder Email: contact@mbadecoder.com Testimonials: https://mbadecoder.com/testimonials/ Reach out to us for a Profile Evaluation : https://mbadecoder.com/services/free-pr ... valuation/ Helping applicants achieve their MBA dreams since 2011 with offices in India and the UK

ExpertsGlobal · Answer

Hi  SagarMehrotra ,

If you have a few months in hand, your profile can be improved. But, if you are applying in a couple of months, it is going to be tough for you to do so.

At the moment, focus on your GMAT alone, rather than doing too many things. A fine GMAT score will prove to be helpful as you navigate the applications process.

All the best!

Experts' Global

TheRedPen · Answer

Hi SagarMehrotra , You already have a solid base, strong academics, business experience, and a government role. Your profile can absolutely be improved alongside GMAT prep. Focus on three things over the next year: Leadership impact: Take initiative at work, lead small projects or efficiency improvements, and quantify results. Community or extracurricular involvement: Volunteer or join an NGO/professional network to show leadership beyond work. Skill-building: Take short online courses in finance, analytics, or management to strengthen your academic profile. With a strong GMAT (700+), clear career goals, and evidence of initiative, you can build a competitive MBA profile. If you would like to strengthen your positioning and application strategy, I recommend scheduling a free consultation to develop a targeted plan for these programs. You can also contact us directly at team.mba@theredpen.com or +91-7780769732.

admitStreet · Answer

SagarMehrotra - Some more details can help assess your profile better: what sector was your father's business in, what was your role(s) there, any tangible results or impact from your work, extracurricular activities, what are your directional career goals post-MBA, which schools/ geographies are you looking at, etc. Taking the GMAT is one (albeit important) step, but building a strong MBA profile also involves other components such as these . Focus on your GMAT on priority, while also thinking about these factors, so you'd be well positioned when you apply. Regards, Arvind Founder, admitStreet | Testimonials W: https://admitstreet.com/ | LinkedIn | Request a Free Profile Evaluation

MBAandBeyond · Answer

Thanks for sharing your profile  SagarMehrotra  ! An 80% from a commerce background is good by Indian standards, especially from a reputed university, and demonstrates academic diligence. Managing your father’s business for 3 years is valuable if you can quantify the impact (like revenue growth, cost savings, digitization, expansion, client acquisition). B-schools appreciate candidates who’ve taken ownership and delivered real business results.

Being selected through SSC CGL and working in a GOI role gives your profile a unique civic-service dimension, showing discipline, structure, and integrity.

The fact that you recognize your profile might need strengthening and you’re asking how to do it before applying shows maturity. You’ve done multiple things:  family business → government job → now MBA.  Adcoms will ask,  “Why MBA, and why now?”  You need to build a clear thread connecting your experiences to your post-MBA goals.

You’ll need to quantify achievements: “handled X lakhs turnover, onboarded Y clients, improved efficiency by Z%,” etc.  The more measurable, the better.

Most MBA applicants have structured private-sector experience. You’ll need to show transferable skills (leadership, problem-solving, business acumen) through your business and government work. Top B-schools look for well-rounded personalities. If you can show long-term commitment to something outside academics/work (social initiative, sports, community leadership), that will elevate your profile.

You can absolutely build your profile in parallel with GMAT prep. Many applicants do it. Start preparing and give a mock test to understand things better.

Things you can do:
 Create a document with business metrics: revenue, profit growth, operations handled, suppliers, and digital initiatives. Highlight any innovations or modernizations you introduced (like online presence, CRM, and inventory system). Frame it as “entrepreneurial management” rather than “helping family business.” Identify areas where you’ve improved processes or created impact (digital transformation, public service delivery, teamwork). Seek leadership opportunities, managing projects, training juniors, or leading small initiatives. Take online certifications (short, meaningful ones): Finance/Business Analytics (Wharton, HBS Online CORe, Coursera), Data-driven Decision Making (Google Analytics, Power BI). This will bridge the “corporate/quantitative gap” and show seriousness. Volunteer in NGOs, local civic programs, or youth leadership communities.

For Indian applicants, a GMAT FE score of 675+ makes a competitive base for top schools.

School selection: For starters, you shall explore official school websites, Tier 1 schools INSEAD, LBS, IESE, Fuqua, Yale SOM, Tier 2 (Can be good for unique backgrounds), NUS / NTU (Singapore), ISB (India), HEC Paris, Imperial, and there are many more... Attend top B-school's webinars it will give you great insights that will be useful for you while crafting your Essays and MBA Applications. Check the latest employment reports of all your target schools. Network with the school alumni and current students.

We would love to learn more about your academic background, extracurricular activities, professional experiences, and personal journey so we can offer a more tailored assessment of your profile and evaluate your chances at your target schools more accurately. Feel free to  book a profile evaluation session.

You can also register for our Upcoming ESSAY WORKSHOPS. Craft essays that shine: pick powerful stories, match your goals with each school, and showcase authentic leadership.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS

Cheers!
Shantanu Sharma
 Founder and Admissions Consultant, MBA and Beyond

GeneralEducation · Answer

You already have a strong foundation with solid academics, family business experience, and a government job, so your MBA profile can be improved while preparing for the GMAT. Focus on scoring well (655+), and simultaneously seek opportunities to take on leadership roles at work, drive measurable results, and get involved in community or extracurricular projects. Adding short courses in relevant business skills will also strengthen your application. With clear goals and evidence of initiative, you’ll be well-positioned for top b-schools.

You can also check our profile evaluation tool to learn more or DM us to connect with our admission experts.

You can also check our  profile evaluation  tool to learn more or DM us to connect with our admission experts.

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