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Hi DarshanGardia,

You have shown strong career progression within the same organization, which should give you several meaningful leadership and impact stories to highlight in your applications. Tata Steel is also a well-recognized brand, which adds credibility to your profile.

One important aspect to think through carefully is your post-MBA goals, as clarity there will be critical for your overall application narrative.
Apart from ISB, you should also consider programs like IIMA PGPX, IIMB EPGP and other top one-year MBA programs, especially with 7–8 years of experience.

From a test score perspective, a GMAT Focus score around 675 would be competitive for ISB, while something around 645 would generally place you in a good range for the top IIM one-year programs.

All the Best!

Happy to connect if you’d like to discuss your profile in more detail.

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Hello everyone,
I’m planning to attempt GMAT Focus Edition by Aug’26 and targeting ISB (1/2). Please suggest me a good score with following career overview?


Demographic: Male 28; Odisha

Education:
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  • B.Tech: Metallurgical and materials engineering, NIT Rourkela(CGPA 7.9)

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  • 12th: 88% JNV

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  • 10th: 93%

Work Experience: almost 7 years (in Tata Steel)- No gaps in education and career

Currently working as senior manager at office of MD. Joined as management trainee as campus recruitment, have 5 years of experience in core steel making operations. Worked as project lead in many capex driven projects and have strong hold on data analytics and TQM

Extra curricular activities: Received many awards for painting and graffiti during college days. A pro swimmer and photographer. Always ready for trekking.