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I am planning to apply for ISB this year for Co'26. Really appreciate experts' evaluation of my profile!

10th - 10/10 CGPA (CBSE) - 2015
12th - 92% (CBSE) - 2017
B.Tech - NIT Surat - 8.83/10 CGPA - 2017-2021
GMAT Focus - 675

Work Experience - 
16 months in Analytics/Pharma Consulting in ZS
15 months in Risk Management as a Risk Analyst in Amex - If relevant, got fast-track promoted

Past Internships -
Reliance Group - 2 internships in Pet-chem industry as well as in Jio

Achievements:
Multiple awards in both companies 
99+ percentile in JEE Mains (pretty old)
Governor Awardee in Bharat Scouts and Guides (pretty old)
Held positions of responsibility during college days and work

Extra-curriculars :
I like to read and learn what is relevant & beyond my work (technical or business knowledge upskilling)
I also like to read and learn about investing and finance.
I also love writing and watching movies and series.
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­Hello gmatnil,

Thanks for writing in.

You have a strong academic background and a decent GMAT score.

Your experience is diverse; however, in order to out forth a compelling application, it will be important to link both your experience not only with each other but also your proposed career goals. As you have not shared your career goals with us, we are not positioned to comment on the same.

The quality and narrative of your essays will be crucial as you commence working on your essays for ISB. Kindly go through the same.



All the best!
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Hi gmatnil

You have a strong academic record and a competitive GMAT score. Your
diverse work experience across analytics/pharma consulting and risk
management shows initiative and adaptability. Awards in both companies
and the fasttrack promotion in Amex demonstrates strong performance
and potential.

When detailing work experience and achievements, showcase the impact
of your work. Use metrics like revenue generated, costs saved, or
processes improved.  Use your essays to tell your story, highlight
career goals, and showcase how ISB can help you achieve them.

We wish you all the best!
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­Hello there,

I am planning to apply for ISB this year for Co'26. Really appreciate experts' evaluation of my profile!

10th - 10/10 CGPA (CBSE) - 2015
12th - 92% (CBSE) - 2017
B.Tech - NIT Surat - 8.83/10 CGPA - 2017-2021
GMAT Focus - 675

Work Experience - 
16 months in Analytics/Pharma Consulting in ZS
15 months in Risk Management as a Risk Analyst in Amex - If relevant, got fast-track promoted

Past Internships -
Reliance Group - 2 internships in Pet-chem industry as well as in Jio

Achievements:
Multiple awards in both companies 
99+ percentile in JEE Mains (pretty old)
Governor Awardee in Bharat Scouts and Guides (pretty old)
Held positions of responsibility during college days and work

Extra-curriculars :
I like to read and learn what is relevant & beyond my work (technical or business knowledge upskilling)
I also like to read and learn about investing and finance.
I also love writing and watching movies and series.
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I had applied in the round 2 of EEO last year for ISB Co'26 with a GRE score of 321 (166 Q, 155 V, 4 AWA), and was rejected (not even an interview call)

So I have taken GRE again, and have scored 331 (170 Q, 161 V, AWA yet to be recieved)

I am planning to apply in the round 1 itself this year and hoping to join the ISB Co'26, by then I would have ~3 years of work experience

Current Work Experience: 2 Years of management consulting experience at Nomura Consulting (NRI), spanning themes across renewable energy, automotives (EVs and battery swapping), prestige cosmetics and data centers

Bachelors: B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay (CGPA: 7.74/10 or 3.1/4)

Internships: IQVIA (Management Consulting Role), L&T Finance (Research Role), Aditya Birla Capital (Operations Role), Fi.Money (Strategy Role)

Positions of Responsibility: Was the E-Cell (Entrepreneurship Cell) Manager at IIT Bombay, one of the coveted pre-final year PORs at IITB. Along with this was English TA and Hostel Design Secretary

I also actively pursued design during my initial college days and have intermediate level proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator (with 3 freelance projects)

Class XII: 81.56%

Class X: 10 CGPA, 94.4%

Requesting you to please review my profile! Also is ISB re-applicant friendly, and how much will be taking GRE instead of GMAT affect my chances, even though I hope this 10 point boost compared to last year should improve my chances. 

Thank you!
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­Hello all,

I had applied in the round 2 of EEO last year for ISB Co'26 with a GRE score of 321 (166 Q, 155 V, 4 AWA), and was rejected (not even an interview call)

So I have taken GRE again, and have scored 331 (170 Q, 161 V, AWA yet to be recieved)

I am planning to apply in the round 1 itself this year and hoping to join the ISB Co'26, by then I would have ~3 years of work experience

Current Work Experience: 2 Years of management consulting experience at Nomura Consulting (NRI), spanning themes across renewable energy, automotives (EVs and battery swapping), prestige cosmetics and data centers

Bachelors: B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay (CGPA: 7.74/10 or 3.1/4)

Internships: IQVIA (Management Consulting Role), L&T Finance (Research Role), Aditya Birla Capital (Operations Role), Fi.Money (Strategy Role)

Positions of Responsibility: Was the E-Cell (Entrepreneurship Cell) Manager at IIT Bombay, one of the coveted pre-final year PORs at IITB. Along with this was English TA and Hostel Design Secretary

I also actively pursued design during my initial college days and have intermediate level proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator (with 3 freelance projects)

Class XII: 81.56%

Class X: 10 CGPA, 94.4%

Requesting you to please review my profile! Also is ISB re-applicant friendly, and how much will be taking GRE instead of GMAT affect my chances, even though I hope this 10 point boost compared to last year should improve my chances. 

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­Hello, Arnav69

Your profile for ISB Co'26 is strong and competitive. You have a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay and have improved your GRE score from 321 to 331, which is a significant positive.

Professionally, you have 2 years of management consulting experience at Nomura Consulting, covering renewable energy, automotive, cosmetics, and data centers, and you have about 3 years of work experience from joining ISB.

Your diverse internships and leadership roles as the E-Cell Manager at IIT Bombay, English TA, and Hostel Design Secretary add depth to your profile. Additionally, your design skills and freelance projects enhance your candidacy. ISB values re-applicants who show growth, and your GRE score improvement will be seen positively. Highlight your experiences and articulate how ISB will help you achieve your career goals. Feel free to ask if you need further assistance or have more questions!

If you have any further questions related to your profile or want to have a 1:1 discussion with our top profile experts, feel free to schedule a complimentary profile evaluation session with our experts . We match you with the students and alums of top B-Schools according to your background and target schools.­
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I had applied in the round 2 of EEO last year for ISB Co'26 with a GRE score of 321 (166 Q, 155 V, 4 AWA), and was rejected (not even an interview call)

So I have taken GRE again, and have scored 331 (170 Q, 161 V, AWA yet to be recieved)
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I cannot emphasize enough, how much favor you have done to yourself, by retaking GRE Arnav69. Congratulations on your excellent score!
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­Excellent profile and frankly, it will take a detective to figure out any weakness in your profile :).

Answering your specific questions:

i) ISB is quite reapplicant friendly, but I don't think you will be considered a reapplicant. This is because you had applied to EEO the last time and will be applying to PGP this time. Confirm this with ISB though.

ii) GRE vs GMAT does not make any difference. This article may be of interest to you.

p.s. Make sure you articulate your career goals effectively in the essays (in the second essay this year).
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Are you a Chemical Engineer gmatnil? Decent academics and GMAT score.
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Big company names that will work in your favor. You have not mentioned your career goals though. Make sure that your goals are consistent with your professional experiences and articulate the essays effectively; you should be all set!

Good luck!
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Previously have given GMAT in 2021 scored 730 (however, did not apply to any college). Will give GMAT once again this year.
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Why are you planning to reappear Island7799? 730 is already a brillant score. Are you hoping to better it (in the equivalent Focus Edition)?

Otherwise, I am pretty sure that the oldness of your GMAT score, if that's the reason for your retake, will not be a problem.
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I have good work experience and have worked with leadership (C-suite execs) and have diversified finance industy knowledge along with real time implementation of the said knowledge.

With my not so good looking grades, do I even stand a chance to aim for an admission at ISB or should I look for other business schools.
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Your health issues proved to be your undoing, and that's not something you could have controlled. Nevertheless, you have done yourself a favor, by getting a very good GMAT score. You might find this article to be of interest.

So, please go ahead and confidently apply.
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Can someone please suggest me whether I can target ISB - I do not want to waste another 3-4 months preparing for GMAT once again.
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­As I mentioned above, I see no reason for you to re-appear. 

In the essays, especially focus on articulating your career goals and the reason for seeking second MBA.
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Dear aspirants, ISB Cracked is offering Early Bird Offer on all services for the month of July. Do check us out at isbcracked(dot)com and contact us over chat at +91 8826075608 for more details. It's never too soon or too late to prepare! Enjoy preparing!­
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Hi Arnav69

I hope you are doing well. Speaking about your profile, ISB is known for being cool with reapplicants, especially when you show progress. Being an IIT Bombay grad with experience in consulting across different industries seems impressive.

Here are a couple things that would be helpful:
1. Highlighting accomplishments made in the past 1 year.
2. What's drawing you back to ISB specifically this time around? Having a clear vision for your post-MBA life will seriously boost your application.

You’ve got a good shot at ISB. To really nail your reapplication, consider connecting with us about your goals in more detail. We can give you some personalized advice. Feel free to connect for a deeper profile evaluation.
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You can also email me your CV at: priyankak@aringo.com
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Profile evaluation for ISB and IIM A PGPX.
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12th – 90%
Btech- 68% (Tier II College)
GMAT- 760
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Working as a Gp ‘B’ Officer in Ministry of Defence, Government of India for ~ 8 years.
Handling General Management and HR related work of around 2000 employees all over India
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Fastest and youngest to be Awarded commendation from the Head of Office.
Overhaul of Defence Medical Depots relating to their manpower management issues and medical stores.
Active participation in the ‘Mission Recruitment Mode’ of the Government of India where total 10 lakh vacancies have been filled in less than 1 yr.
Prepared the Transfer Policy for the Defence Civilians under MoD for the first time.
Worked as an officer in Conducting the Lok Sabha Elections of India in 2019 and 2024.
Worked as a coordinator overseeing the arrangements for the republic day parade in 2024.
Work also involved Liaisoning with PMO, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of law etc
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Worked as volunteer for CRY Foundation and Hindustan times campaign in my college days. Worked in the slums of Delhi and got various students admitted to government schools by convincing their parents and children alike, which included a divorced girl.
Quora writer with around 3.5 lakh content views till date. Answer questions on Government jobs, GMAT, etc
Part of Musical Club during college.

Pls provide genuine review, feedback and your take on chances for admission in ISB and IIM A PGPX.
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Dear aspirants, ISB Cracked is offering Early Bird Offer on all services for the month of July. Do check us out at isbcracked(dot)com and contact us over chat at +91 8826075608 for more details. It's never too soon or too late to prepare! Enjoy preparing!­

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I'm Divye Gupta from New Delhi, India.
I wanted to evaluate my profile for admissions into ISB and or other Tier 1 MBA institutes in India. Providing the profile below:
  1. Class 10th: 72% | Year of passing: 2010
  2. Class 12: 78% | Year of passing: 2012
  3. Undergrad: Amity Law School, Amity University
    1. B Com LLB - Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Legislative Law
    2. GPA: 8.3/10
    3. Year of admission: 2012, Year of passing: 2017.
    4. It was a 5 year integrated course.
    5. Law School Internship: Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas | Feb 2017 till March 2017
  4. Full-Time PGDM/ MBA: Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management, Delhi
    1. GPA: 8.47/10
    2. Year of admission: 2017, Year of passing: 2019.
    3. It was a 2 year full time PGDM. Specialisation: Marketing and Operations
    4. Gold Medalist
    5. Summer internship: Asian Paints
    6. Student Head of the Placement Cell
  5. Work experience. Total work ex: ~5 years across multiple industries in Sales, Field Operations, Central Operations and Central Business
    1. Work ex 1: Oxfordcaps (Student housing startup): Designation - Sales Manager. Joined in October 2019 till Feb 21 till the company got shut down due to covid. I was tasked to build the B2B sales pipeline and overall business developement in South India. Responsible for commercial proposals, client service delivery & key account management, site visits and follow ups. Manpower estimation and team building, training & development and resource management.
    2. ­Work ex 2: GoodWorker, A TEMASEK Entity (Blue-collar worker platform): Designation - State Head Operations. Joined in Feb 21 till July 22 till the company shut down due to funding winter in Indian startups. Started as a State Head for Delhi NCR and role got expanded as a Regional Head for North. Responsible for building and scaling end-to-end fulfilment of blue-collar jobs to over 15,000 monthly jobs within four months of joining & secured a total of 250,000+ jobs across various sectors during my tenure (Delivery, BPOs, Textile)
      1. Received Top Achiever Award for delivering 400x growth in fulfilment and 7x growth in the Vendor Channel over a span of two quarters leading to revenue growth from Top Logistics Clients.
      2. Received Best Captain Award for managing Zonal fulfilment operations across Delhi, Punjab, J&K, and Rajasthan, leading a team of 15+ members & achieved ground-level sourcing targets and built the overall territory from the ground up.
    3. Work ex 3: Embibe, A Reliance Jio Venture (SAAS - Ed-Tech): Designation: Senior Manager Customer Success and Service Delivery. Joined in July 22 till Feb 24. 0-1 Setup and Leading Customer Success and Delivery Center of Excellence with over 35 members, achieving significant improvements in Account Onboarding, Go Live TAT, Issue Resolution and overall Operations process. Reduced Onboarding time from 7 days to under 12 hours, Go Live time from 36 days to 7 days, and Issue Resolution time from 2 days to under 2 hours. Successfully achieved an Account NPS of 75% within 8 months of operations, actively addressing detractors and achieving a 20% monthly reduction.
    4. Work ex 4 (current): Gourmet Investments Private Limited, A Bharti Group Entity (F&B): Designation: Senior Manager - Delivery Operations. Joined in Feb 24 and currently employed. Handling food delivery operations for 2 gourmet brands - PizzaExpress and Chili's across India with 37 restaurants. Total business size: 40Cr.
      1. Recognation for creating multiple tools for VOC, operations excellence. Awared by Company leadership for being a cross-functional champion.
  6. Planning to prepare for GMAT for Round 2 applications in ISB and or other top institutes in India
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Hi Arnav69

The Indian School of Business (ISB) is recognized for its welcoming stance towards re-applicants. Highlighting your enhanced GRE score and the additional work experience acquired since your last application can showcase your dedication to strengthening your profile, which may increase your chances of securing an interview.

The new set of essays will allow you to present a wider range of achievements. Feel free to get your last application evaluated with our team of ex ISB Admissions Officers.

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I had applied in the round 2 of EEO last year for ISB Co'26 with a GRE score of 321 (166 Q, 155 V, 4 AWA), and was rejected (not even an interview call)

So I have taken GRE again, and have scored 331 (170 Q, 161 V, AWA yet to be recieved)

I am planning to apply in the round 1 itself this year and hoping to join the ISB Co'26, by then I would have ~3 years of work experience

Current Work Experience: 2 Years of management consulting experience at Nomura Consulting (NRI), spanning themes across renewable energy, automotives (EVs and battery swapping), prestige cosmetics and data centers

Bachelors: B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay (CGPA: 7.74/10 or 3.1/4)

Internships: IQVIA (Management Consulting Role), L&T Finance (Research Role), Aditya Birla Capital (Operations Role), Fi.Money (Strategy Role)

Positions of Responsibility: Was the E-Cell (Entrepreneurship Cell) Manager at IIT Bombay, one of the coveted pre-final year PORs at IITB. Along with this was English TA and Hostel Design Secretary

I also actively pursued design during my initial college days and have intermediate level proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator (with 3 freelance projects)

Class XII: 81.56%

Class X: 10 CGPA, 94.4%

Requesting you to please review my profile! Also is ISB re-applicant friendly, and how much will be taking GRE instead of GMAT affect my chances, even though I hope this 10 point boost compared to last year should improve my chances.

Thank you!
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Hi akhil247,

Thank you for sharing your detailed profile on the forum. Let's evaluate your profile for ISB Hyderabad and see how you stand.

Profile Analysis
Academics:
Your academic performance has been consistent, and you have a solid foundation with a B.Tech and an MBA. Although your first MBA was more aligned with an MA, your specialization in Econometrics and Statistics adds a valuable quantitative skill set to your profile.

Work Experience:
You have a total of four years of work experience split between 1.5 years in Analytics Consultancy at EXL Service and 2.5 years in Data Sciences within the Banking/Finance sector. This combination of analytics and data science expertise, particularly in the finance domain, is a strong point in your application.

Research and Publications:
Having two research papers published in the data science domain is a significant achievement. This showcases your expertise and commitment to the field, which will be a valuable addition to your application.

Extracurricular Activities:
Your involvement as a practicing Jiu-Jitsu athlete demonstrates discipline, dedication, and a well-rounded personality. While you don't have awards or NGO associations, your commitment to Jiu-Jitsu can be a unique talking point in your application.

Areas for Improvement
Break in Education: Address the one-year break post-B.Tech due to family commitments in a positive light, emphasizing any skills or experiences gained during that period.
Lack of Formal Awards/NGO Work: While you don't have formal awards or NGO associations, you can highlight any informal leadership roles or community involvement, if any.
Evaluation and Chances
Overall Profile Strength: 7.5/10

Academics: 7.5/10
Work Experience: 8/10
Research and Publications: 8/10
Extracurricular Activities: 6.5/10
Estimated Chance for ISB Hyderabad: 65-70%

Strategic Recommendations
Application Strategy: Emphasize your quantitative skills, work experience in analytics and data science, and research publications in your essays. Highlight how your unique background and skills will contribute to the ISB community.
Addressing Gaps: Clearly explain the one-year break in your education due to family commitments in a positive and constructive manner.
Leadership and Impact: Focus on any informal leadership roles, team projects, or initiatives you have led at work.
Networking: Engage with ISB alumni and current students to gain insights and further strengthen your application.
How MBA Gully Can Help
At MBA Gully, we recognize the unique aspects of your profile and tailor our approach to maximize your strengths:

Personalized Application Strategy: We will help you highlight your strong academic background and the quantitative skills gained from your specialization in Econometrics and Statistics. We'll craft a narrative that showcases your analytical prowess and how it aligns with ISB’s focus on leadership and innovation.
Essay and Application Reviews: We'll work with you to develop compelling essays that emphasize your significant work experience in analytics and data science, as well as your published research. We'll also address your one-year break positively, showcasing any personal growth or skills acquired during that time.
Interview Preparation: Our mock interview sessions will help you confidently discuss your professional journey, your achievements in data science, and your unique extracurricular interest in Jiu-Jitsu.
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With our support, we believe you can be a strong contender for ISB Hyderabad, IIMs, and other top B-schools in the US, UK, France, and Germany.

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Arnav69 - ISB is friendly to reapplicants, so long as there are noteworthy updates since your last application.

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­Hello all,

I had applied in the round 2 of EEO last year for ISB Co'26 with a GRE score of 321 (166 Q, 155 V, 4 AWA), and was rejected (not even an interview call)

So I have taken GRE again, and have scored 331 (170 Q, 161 V, AWA yet to be recieved)

I am planning to apply in the round 1 itself this year and hoping to join the ISB Co'26, by then I would have ~3 years of work experience

Current Work Experience: 2 Years of management consulting experience at Nomura Consulting (NRI), spanning themes across renewable energy, automotives (EVs and battery swapping), prestige cosmetics and data centers

Bachelors: B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay (CGPA: 7.74/10 or 3.1/4)

Internships: IQVIA (Management Consulting Role), L&T Finance (Research Role), Aditya Birla Capital (Operations Role), Fi.Money (Strategy Role)

Positions of Responsibility: Was the E-Cell (Entrepreneurship Cell) Manager at IIT Bombay, one of the coveted pre-final year PORs at IITB. Along with this was English TA and Hostel Design Secretary

I also actively pursued design during my initial college days and have intermediate level proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator (with 3 freelance projects)

Class XII: 81.56%

Class X: 10 CGPA, 94.4%

Requesting you to please review my profile! Also is ISB re-applicant friendly, and how much will be taking GRE instead of GMAT affect my chances, even though I hope this 10 point boost compared to last year should improve my chances.

Thank you!
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Profile evaluation for ISB and IIM A PGPX.
10th- 90%
12th – 90%
Btech- 68% (Tier II College)
GMAT- 760
Work Experience:
Working as a Gp ‘B’ Officer in Ministry of Defence, Government of India for ~ 8 years.
Handling General Management and HR related work of around 2000 employees all over India
Work Achievements:
Fastest and youngest to be Awarded commendation from the Head of Office.
Overhaul of Defence Medical Depots relating to their manpower management issues and medical stores.
Active participation in the ‘Mission Recruitment Mode’ of the Government of India where total 10 lakh vacancies have been filled in less than 1 yr.
Prepared the Transfer Policy for the Defence Civilians under MoD for the first time.
Worked as an officer in Conducting the Lok Sabha Elections of India in 2019 and 2024.
Worked as a coordinator overseeing the arrangements for the republic day parade in 2024.
Work also involved Liaisoning with PMO, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of law etc
Extra Curricular Activities:
Worked as volunteer for CRY Foundation and Hindustan times campaign in my college days. Worked in the slums of Delhi and got various students admitted to government schools by convincing their parents and children alike, which included a divorced girl.
Quora writer with around 3.5 lakh content views till date. Answer questions on Government jobs, GMAT, etc
Part of Musical Club during college.

Pls provide genuine review, feedback and your take on chances for admission in ISB and IIM A PGPX.
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­Hi shivshambhu441

Your profile demonstrates significant strengths and unique attributes that can be highly valuable for both ISB and IIM Ahmedabad PGPX. Here’s a detailed analysis:

Strengths:


  1. High GMAT Score:


    • Your GMAT score of 760 places you in an excellent position, showcasing your strong analytical and quantitative skills.
  2. Extensive Work Experience:


    • Eight years of experience in a prestigious and impactful role in the Ministry of Defence is impressive. Your responsibilities in HR and general management for around 2000 employees highlight your leadership and operational capabilities.
  3. Significant Achievements:


    • Commendation for fast and efficient service and achievements such as overhauling manpower management and participating in key government initiatives demonstrate your ability to drive impactful changes and handle large-scale operations.
  4. Leadership and Strategic Impact:


    • Drafting the Transfer Policy for Defence Civilians and coordinating national events like the Lok Sabha Elections and the Republic Day Parade show your strategic thinking and high-level organizational skills. Your role in liaising with key government offices further underscores your ability to handle complex and high-stakes environments.
  5. Extracurricular Involvement:


    • Your volunteer work with CRY Foundation and Hindustan Times campaign demonstrates your commitment to social causes. As a Quora writer with a substantial following, you also show thought leadership and a willingness to share knowledge.
Areas for Improvement:


  1. Undergraduate GPA:


    • Your BTech score of 68% from a Tier II college is relatively lower compared to other applicants. Mitigate this by emphasizing your professional achievements and leadership roles in your application essays and interviews.
  2. Specific Management Experience:


    • While your experience is impressive, ensure that you clearly articulate how your skills in the Ministry of Defence are transferable to a business school context. Highlight examples where you demonstrated business acumen, financial management, or strategic decision-making.
ISB PGP Evaluation


  • Estimated Chance for ISB PGP: 70-75%
  • Actionable Steps:
    • Essays: Focus on your leadership roles and impact in the Ministry of Defence. Highlight your strategic initiatives and how they align with ISB’s emphasis on leadership and innovation.
    • Recommendations: Secure strong recommendations that emphasize your leadership, strategic impact, and professional achievements.
    • Interview Preparation: Be ready to discuss how your government experience translates to business management skills.
IIM Ahmedabad PGPX Evaluation


  • Estimated Chance for IIM A PGPX: 75-80%
  • Actionable Steps:
    • Essays: Craft essays that highlight your extensive experience, leadership roles, and the strategic impact of your work. Showcase how your skills and achievements make you a good fit for a program designed for experienced professionals.
    • Interview Preparation: Prepare to discuss your professional journey, the strategic importance of your roles, and how you plan to leverage the PGPX program to achieve your career goals.
How MBA Gully Can Help

At MBA Gully, we specialize in transforming your unique experiences and accomplishments into a compelling narrative that stands out to top business schools like ISB and IIM Ahmedabad. Here’s how our tailored services can make a significant difference in your application journey:

1. Personalized Application Strategy:


  • Comprehensive Profiling: We start by understanding your background, achievements, and aspirations in-depth. This allows us to highlight your most compelling strengths and unique experiences.
  • Strategic Positioning: Given your extensive experience in the Ministry of Defence, we’ll help position your skills in HR management, strategic planning, and operational leadership in a business context, ensuring that admissions committees see the value you bring.
2. Essay and Application Reviews:


  • Compelling Storytelling: Our experts will work with you to craft powerful essays that showcase your leadership, strategic impact, and resilience. We’ll ensure your essays are coherent, engaging, and reflective of your true potential.
  • Detailed Feedback: Each draft is meticulously reviewed by our team, which includes 5 in-house ISB mentors and ISB alumni consultants with similar backgrounds. This ensures that your application meets the highest standards.
3. Interview Preparation:


  • Mock Interviews: We conduct thorough mock interview sessions to prepare you for the actual interview. Our team will simulate the interview environment, ask you relevant questions, and provide constructive feedback.
  • Tailored Coaching: Our coaching focuses on enhancing your confidence and communication skills, helping you articulate your story effectively and address any potential concerns about your profile.
4. Post-Admission Support:


  • Ongoing Guidance: Our support doesn’t end with admission. For each of the 8 terms at ISB, we will conduct 2 calls each month with you. These sessions are designed to help you maximize your MBA journey, from acing your courses to landing an exceptional job.
  • Networking Opportunities: We assist you in building a strong network within the ISB community and beyond, leveraging our extensive connections to facilitate valuable relationships and career opportunities.
5. Expert Insights:


  • ISB and IIM Alumni Mentors: Our team includes several mentors from ISB and IIMs who have successfully navigated the same journey. Their firsthand insights and experiences provide you with an insider’s perspective on what it takes to succeed at ISB and IIM A.
  • Customized Advice: Whether it’s handling gaps in your education, addressing a lower undergraduate GPA, or leveraging your government experience, our mentors provide customized advice tailored to your specific needs.
By choosing MBA Gully, you’re not just getting an admissions consultant; you’re gaining a dedicated partner committed to your success. Our personalized approach, combined with the expertise of our mentors, ensures that your application is not only competitive but truly stands out.

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I'm Divye Gupta from New Delhi, India.
I wanted to evaluate my profile for admissions into ISB and or other Tier 1 MBA institutes in India. Providing the profile below:



  1. Class 10th: 72% | Year of passing: 2010
  2. Class 12: 78% | Year of passing: 2012
  3. Undergrad: Amity Law School, Amity University
    1. B Com LLB - Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Legislative Law
    2. GPA: 8.3/10
    3. Year of admission: 2012, Year of passing: 2017.
    4. It was a 5 year integrated course.
    5. Law School Internship: Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas | Feb 2017 till March 2017
  4. Full-Time PGDM/ MBA: Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management, Delhi
    1. GPA: 8.47/10
    2. Year of admission: 2017, Year of passing: 2019.
    3. It was a 2 year full time PGDM. Specialisation: Marketing and Operations
    4. Gold Medalist
    5. Summer internship: Asian Paints
    6. Student Head of the Placement Cell
  5. Work experience. Total work ex: ~5 years across multiple industries in Sales, Field Operations, Central Operations and Central Business
    1. Work ex 1: Oxfordcaps (Student housing startup): Designation - Sales Manager. Joined in October 2019 till Feb 21 till the company got shut down due to covid. I was tasked to build the B2B sales pipeline and overall business developement in South India. Responsible for commercial proposals, client service delivery & key account management, site visits and follow ups. Manpower estimation and team building, training & development and resource management.
    2. ­Work ex 2: GoodWorker, A TEMASEK Entity (Blue-collar worker platform): Designation - State Head Operations. Joined in Feb 21 till July 22 till the company shut down due to funding winter in Indian startups. Started as a State Head for Delhi NCR and role got expanded as a Regional Head for North. Responsible for building and scaling end-to-end fulfilment of blue-collar jobs to over 15,000 monthly jobs within four months of joining & secured a total of 250,000+ jobs across various sectors during my tenure (Delivery, BPOs, Textile)
      1. Received Top Achiever Award for delivering 400x growth in fulfilment and 7x growth in the Vendor Channel over a span of two quarters leading to revenue growth from Top Logistics Clients.
      2. Received Best Captain Award for managing Zonal fulfilment operations across Delhi, Punjab, J&K, and Rajasthan, leading a team of 15+ members & achieved ground-level sourcing targets and built the overall territory from the ground up.
    3. Work ex 3: Embibe, A Reliance Jio Venture (SAAS - Ed-Tech): Designation: Senior Manager Customer Success and Service Delivery. Joined in July 22 till Feb 24. 0-1 Setup and Leading Customer Success and Delivery Center of Excellence with over 35 members, achieving significant improvements in Account Onboarding, Go Live TAT, Issue Resolution and overall Operations process. Reduced Onboarding time from 7 days to under 12 hours, Go Live time from 36 days to 7 days, and Issue Resolution time from 2 days to under 2 hours. Successfully achieved an Account NPS of 75% within 8 months of operations, actively addressing detractors and achieving a 20% monthly reduction.
    4. Work ex 4 (current): Gourmet Investments Private Limited, A Bharti Group Entity (F&B): Designation: Senior Manager - Delivery Operations. Joined in Feb 24 and currently employed. Handling food delivery operations for 2 gourmet brands - PizzaExpress and Chili's across India with 37 restaurants. Total business size: 40Cr.
      1. Recognation for creating multiple tools for VOC, operations excellence. Awared by Company leadership for being a cross-functional champion.
  6. Planning to prepare for GMAT for Round 2 applications in ISB and or other top institutes in India
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­Hi DivyeGupta59,

Thank you for sharing your detailed profile. Here’s a personalized evaluation and some targeted advice to enhance your application for ISB and other top MBA programs in India.

Profile Evaluation

Strengths:


  1. Strong Postgraduate Performance:


    • Your PGDM from LBSIM with a GPA of 8.47/10 and being a gold medalist highlights your academic excellence and dedication.
  2. Diverse and Extensive Work Experience:


    • With ~5 years of experience across industries, including leadership roles in sales, operations, and customer success, you demonstrate versatility and the ability to drive growth and manage teams effectively.
  3. Leadership and Achievements:


    • Significant accomplishments like driving 400x growth in fulfillment and reducing onboarding time at Embibe showcase your impact and leadership skills.
    • Your role as Student Head of the Placement Cell indicates strong leadership. Detailing specific improvements, such as increasing placement rates or forging new partnerships, can add value.
  4. Extracurricular Involvement:


    • Volunteering with CRY Foundation and Hindustan Times campaign shows commitment to social causes.
    • Being a Quora writer with substantial content views reflects thought leadership and engagement.
Areas for Improvement:


  1. Early Academic Scores:


    • Your 10th (72%) and 12th (78%) scores are relatively low. A high GMAT score (650+ in the GMAT Focus Edition, ideally in the 90th percentile) can help offset this and strengthen your academic profile.
  2. Job Stability:


    • Frequent job changes and company shutdowns could be perceived as instability. It’s crucial to frame these experiences positively, emphasizing the skills and resilience gained.
  3. Existing Postgraduate Degree:


    • Addressing why you seek another MBA despite having a PGDM will be crucial. Focus on how an MBA from ISB or another top institution will further your career goals and provide opportunities that your previous degree did not.
Recommendations:

1. GMAT Preparation:


  • Given your early academic scores, aiming for a GMAT score in the 90th percentile or higher will significantly enhance your application. This will demonstrate your quantitative and analytical abilities, helping to offset earlier academic performance.
2. Application Strategy:


  • Essays: Highlight your leadership roles and specific achievements, particularly your contributions as Student Head of the Placement Cell. Discuss how you improved placement rates or built new recruiter partnerships.
  • Why MBA Now: Clearly articulate how an MBA from ISB or another top institute will complement your PGDM and help you achieve your long-term career goals.
  • Recommendations: Secure strong recommendations that emphasize your leadership, strategic impact, and professional achievements.
3. Interview Preparation:


  • Prepare to articulate your career narrative, emphasizing how each role contributed to your growth and prepared you for an MBA. Focus on your strategic vision and leadership experiences.
4. Leverage Your Unique Background:


  • Highlight how your combination of law, management, and diverse industry experience enables you to bring a multifaceted perspective to business problems.
Estimated Chances for ISB and IIM A PGPX:

ISB:


  • Estimated Chance: 55-60%
IIM A PGPX:


  • Estimated Chance: ~50%
How MBA Gully Can Help:

1. Tailored Application Strategy:


  • Highlight Unique Strengths: We will help you emphasize your achievements in diverse roles, from driving substantial growth in startups to optimizing operations in established companies. Your leadership in these roles will be a focal point.
  • Showcase Your Impact: Your role as Student Head of the Placement Cell and your contributions there can be highlighted to show how you have directly impacted and improved organizational outcomes.
2. Comprehensive Essay and Application Reviews:


  • Crafting Compelling Narratives: Our experts will work with you to create powerful essays that reflect your journey, leadership, and strategic thinking. We will ensure your essays address your early academic scores by emphasizing your later academic successes and professional accomplishments.
  • Addressing the 'Why MBA Now' Question: We will help you articulate how an MBA from ISB or another top institute will complement your existing PGDM and provide new opportunities for growth.
3. Interview Preparation:


  • Mock Interviews and Feedback: We offer thorough mock interview sessions tailored to your profile, providing constructive feedback to ensure you present your story confidently and effectively.
  • Articulating Your Career Narrative: We’ll help you prepare to clearly articulate your career journey, focusing on your strategic vision and leadership experiences.
4. Post-Admission Support:


  • Ongoing Guidance: For each of the 8 terms at ISB, we will conduct 2 calls each month with you to help you maximize your MBA journey, land an exceptional job, and build a strong network.
Expert Insights:


  • Our team includes mentors from ISB and IIMs who have successfully navigated the same journey. Their firsthand insights and experiences provide you with an insider’s perspective on what it takes to succeed at ISB and IIM A.
By choosing MBA Gully, you gain a dedicated partner committed to your success. Our personalized approach and expert guidance ensure your application stands out and showcases your true potential.


Reach Out to Us!
We’re here to support you every step of the way and help you turn your ambitions into reality.
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Dear all,

I am planning on applying to ISB in R2 this year (2024). Below is my profile, would be great if I could get some inputs on what should be improved. Please note, I am in the process of taking the GMAT and shall update the score on Oct 19'24 as that is the day I have my test. Rest of the profile is below. Another purpose is to also understand the target GMAT score - I know higher the better, but would still like to know a realistic target :)

23 YO Indian Male

Acads:
10th - 10 CGPA (2016) - school topper
12th - 91.9% (2018)
UG - BBA - 3.64/4 or 9.08/10 - Christ University 2021 graduate. Can I play this off as the fact that I did it form the most prestigious / coveted school for BBA? Christ University is ranked #1 in India for BBA.

Extra cirriculars:
1. Theatre - multiple street plays, mimes, & improv competitions - won a few too (don't have the certificates handy for most except 1 - lost them all while moving during covid)
2. Organizing Committee member in college since 1st year - went on to lead a team of 3 in third year and was the Core Committee member (again, certificates were lost while moving - I could probably get the professor however to write me an email, will that work?)
3. Part of the entrepreneurship cell for the department
4. Led a few events / held leadership positions during school (house captain, etc.) - are these going to be relevant? I assume not since these were essentially 6-8 years ago.

Have volunteered for a month with Children of the World (India) Trust as well.

Work Experience:
Completed 3 years with KPMG India in July'24.
Associated with the risk consulting practice of the firm and have gotten promoted from Analyst > Associate Consultant > Consultant in a span of just 2.5 years. Won a few awards for exemplary performance. Highest rated employee in my band in the last 2 performance years (total years of employment is 3 hence, 66%). Experience in multiple kinds of projects (transformation, internal audits, gap & risks analysis, data analytics, process re-engineering, enterprise risk management, etc.) in multiple industries (ITeS, E-commerce being the primary ones, financial services, real estate, electronics manufacturing, industrial marketing being secondary industries). Have also been involved in CXO level discussions - I directly interacted with the CEO & COO of a real estate project to understand their pain points, the current processes, presented our analysis and reports to them and came up with the strategy going forward jointly working with the VPs of the project.

My recommender would either be the partner who heads the service line or a director in the firm who I have most recently (and extensively) worked with.

Please let me know if there are other details you would require that can help build a case. Appreciate all the help!

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Dear all,

I am planning on applying to ISB in R2 this year (2024). Below is my profile, would be great if I could get some inputs on what should be improved. Please note, I am in the process of taking the GMAT and shall update the score on Oct 19'24 as that is the day I have my test. Rest of the profile is below. Another purpose is to also understand the target GMAT score - I know higher the better, but would still like to know a realistic target :)

23 YO Indian Male

Acads:
10th - 10 CGPA (2016) - school topper
12th - 91.9% (2018)
UG - BBA - 3.64/4 or 9.08/10 - Christ University 2021 graduate. Can I play this off as the fact that I did it form the most prestigious / coveted school for BBA? Christ University is ranked #1 in India for BBA.

Extra cirriculars:
1. Theatre - multiple street plays, mimes, & improv competitions - won a few too (don't have the certificates handy for most except 1 - lost them all while moving during covid)
2. Organizing Committee member in college since 1st year - went on to lead a team of 3 in third year and was the Core Committee member (again, certificates were lost while moving - I could probably get the professor however to write me an email, will that work?)
3. Part of the entrepreneurship cell for the department
4. Led a few events / held leadership positions during school (house captain, etc.) - are these going to be relevant? I assume not since these were essentially 6-8 years ago.

Have volunteered for a month with Children of the World (India) Trust as well.

Work Experience:
Completed 3 years with KPMG India in July'21.
Associated with the risk consulting practice of the firm and have gotten promoted from Analyst > Associate Consultant > Consultant in a span of just 2.5 years. Won a few awards for exemplary performance. Highest rated employee in my band in the last 2 performance years (total years of employment is 3 hence, 66%). Experience in multiple kinds of projects (transformation, internal audits, gap & risks analysis, data analytics, process re-engineering, enterprise risk management, etc.) in multiple industries (ITeS, E-commerce being the primary ones, financial services, real estate, electronics manufacturing, industrial marketing being secondary industries). Have also been involved in CXO level discussions - I directly interacted with the CEO & COO of a real estate project to understand their pain points, the current processes, presented our analysis and reports to them and came up with the strategy going forward jointly working with the VPs of the project.

My recommender would either be the partner who heads the service line or a director in the firm who I have most recently (and extensively) worked with.

Please let me know if there are other details you would require that can help build a case. Appreciate all the help!

TIA!­
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­Hey, xlsx



Your academic transcript is indeed impressive, particularly your solid undergraduate GPA. Even as the ISB generally looks for GMAT scores within 645–655 for competitive applicants, keep in mind that it should be reflective of your abilities. Aim for at least 655 to be considered competitive, but remember that a strong application is holistic and not solely dependent on the GMAT score.

However, your participation in theater and leadership programs in college has been very good. Although you may not have certificates for all the activities, these experiences can still be part of your essays and interviews. Your personal stories about organizing events as a leader or about your love for theatre could reveal some of your soft skills and who you really are. Additionally, contributing as a volunteer for one month is also valuable. Indicate what you gained out of this experience and how it changed your thinking on social matters because ISB respects community involvement.


The strongest point of your post is the time you spent at KPMG, where you were promoted quite quickly and had some significant roles to play. Highlight your achievements, including interaction with CXO level executives and contributions to high impact projects. This experience will show how mature you are professionally and ready for an MBA.

Your essays should be used to link together your academic, extracurricular, and professional experiences. Emphasize leadership, teamwork, and problem solving abilities. Be ready for a detailed discussion about the experiences, especially how relevant they are to the objectives behind pursuing an MBA as well as future career ambitions. One thing I would like you to do if possible is get in touch with students or alumni from ISB so that you may get some insights about this program and the application process. By exploring these areas, putting together a comprehensive application, it will increase your chances of getting admitted to ISB.


Let's connect and discuss your profile in detail.Click here to schedule a complimentary profile evaluation session with our experts . We match you with the students and alums of top B-Schools according to your background and target schools.


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