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Hello, I have a question regarding INSEAD’s Gmat evaluations, I got lower score in my first attempt because of the DI part (31st Percentile) but In my second attempt I got 615 with 89th Percentile DI, however my quant and verbal lowered in the second attempt. Should I share both scores or only keeping the best one? Thanks!
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Hello, I have a question regarding INSEAD’s Gmat evaluations, I got lower score in my first attempt because of the DI part (31st Percentile) but In my second attempt I got 615 with 89th Percentile DI, however my quant and verbal lowered in the second attempt. Should I share both scores or only keeping the best one? Thanks!
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Hello,
It is required in the application to provide past Gmat scores.
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GMAT/GRE scores are taken as Academic Predictors (Strong Correlation between these standardised Scores, and Student’s academic performance has been observed)
Definitely share both scores,
1. not just because AdComs take the best of the scores
2. AND not just because they show your ability to improve,
3. But also because AdComs ask for all the scores, and they get all scores (exams taken over the last 5 years) from GMAC regardless whether you give it to them or not
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Agreed on points 1 and 2. And it’s also true that INSEAD asks candidates to submit all (historical) scores.

Reg point 3, could you please quote the source of this info i.e. AdComs (of any school) get all scores from GMAC regardless of whether the candidate submits them?

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Hello MBAseeker11,

Ad coms consider your highest score; however, you may share both scores and address the DI improvement separately in the Optional Essay.

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Does someone know when R1 for August 2026 intake will open in the application portal? I can only see R3 Jan 26 intake.

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Hey,

It’s great that you’ve already worked on your DI section and brought it up to the 89th percentile that shows real effort and improvement. Since 615 is currently your highest score, that’s the one you should report to INSEAD. You can also use the optional essay to briefly mention your earlier attempt and highlight how you improved a specific weak area. That kind of self-awareness and determination is something INSEAD values.

That said, if you’re aiming for INSEAD, it may still be worth considering one more attempt at the GMAT, especially if you think you can balance out quant and verbal while keeping DI strong. A score closer to 650 or above can give you more confidence and reduce risk in such a competitive pool. If you decide to apply with your current score, just make sure the rest of your profile essays, goals, and experience is sharp and well-presented. We at AdmitScholar can help you assess where you stand and guide you through the process if you need support.

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Hello, I have a question regarding INSEAD’s Gmat evaluations, I got lower score in my first attempt because of the DI part (31st Percentile) but In my second attempt I got 615 with 89th Percentile DI, however my quant and verbal lowered in the second attempt. Should I share both scores or only keeping the best one? Thanks!
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Thanks for the response, but I need to respectfully clarify and quote the official source on point 3 reg. AdComs receiving all GMAT scores.

This was the case with the older GMAT (Classic) exam, where score reports typically showed all valid attempts within a 5-year period. However, with the introduction of the GMAT Focus Edition, the score reporting policy has changed.

Candidates now have control over which specific GMAT Focus Edition scores they send to schools. This means that AdComs will only see the scores that an applicant explicitly chooses to send from their GMAT Focus Edition attempts. They do not automatically receive all historical scores from GMAC.

A simple Google search sometimes leads to outdated information. For official confirmation, you can refer to the link below, specifically the "Sending Your Score" page, which clearly states: "Each Official Score Report you send to a program will only contain the Total and Section Scores from a single exam. No other exam scores from previous exams will be sent."

The official link is here: https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam/scores/sending-your-score

To be clear, since this is INSEAD forum, INSEAD specifically requests all historical scores to be sent, which means candidates need to send all scores. But that's not the case for (other) schools that don't state this requirement explicitly.

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> GMAT/GRE scores are taken as Academic Predictors (Strong Correlation between these standardised Scores, and Student’s academic performance has been observed)
> Definitely share both scores,
> 1. not just because AdComs take the best of the scores
> 2. AND not just because they show your ability to improve,
> 3. But also because AdComs ask for all the scores, and they get all scores (exams taken over the last 5 years) from GMAC regardless whether you give it to them or not
Agreed on points 1 and 2. And it’s also true that INSEAD asks candidates to submit all (historical) scores.

Reg point 3, could you please quote the source of this info i.e. AdComs (of any school) get all scores from GMAC regardless of whether the candidate submits them?

Regards,
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Thanks Arvind,
Great that you agree on my answer, at least points 1 & 2.
It seems the admin deleted my post advising the OP to share all scores. Your response however, quotes my answer above.
Additionally, a simple Google Search may validate the point 3 (image above) to answer your follow-up question.
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Hello, I have a question regarding INSEAD’s Gmat evaluations, I got lower score in my first attempt because of the DI part (31st Percentile) but In my second attempt I got 615 with 89th Percentile DI, however my quant and verbal lowered in the second attempt. Should I share both scores or only keeping the best one? Thanks!
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Hi MBAseeker11! That’s a meaningful jump in the DI section(from 31st percentile to 89th) that reflects both effort and potential. If your Quant and Verbal dropped slightly in the second attempt but not drastically, you may consider sharing both scores, especially if one version shows strength in areas the other doesn’t. That said, the admissions committee considers the highest score; you can share both the scores, and in such cases, applicants also provide an optional essay explaining the rationale behind test selection, particularly if different attempts show complementary strengths. This approach can be helpful if done briefly and constructively.

A 615 GMAT FE is on the lower end but not disqualifying, especially with strong work experience, leadership, international exposure, and clarity of goals. If you believe you can push the total score up with a retake (especially Quant or Verbal), that could be worth it, particularly if you’re applying for R1. If you'd like a profile evaluation, please feel free to book a session. Good luck, everyone : )


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Hello Tomm01234,

The deadlines for August 2026 are available on the link below:

https://www.insead.edu/master-programme ... admissions

You may check this accordingly.

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Thanks! I meant when R1 will open in the actual application portal, since as of today I cannot start my application for August 2026 intake.

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The deadlines for August 2026 are available on the link below:

https://www.insead.edu/master-programme ... admissions

You may check this accordingly.

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Thanks! I meant when R1 will open in the actual application portal, since as of today I cannot start my application for August 2026 intake.

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Hey Tomm01234! The new online application form opens approximately 2 months before each Round 1 application deadline. Shall open by mid-July!
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How long does it take for an interview invite to be sent after submitting application? Does it usually happen after the round’s deadline?
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evenlamer! You can typically expect to hear back within 3 to 6 weeks after submitting your application. Usually, applicants receive an update by the Interview decision notification date. Good luck!
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Most schools start sending interview invites after the round deadline, not immediately after you submit. Timelines vary by school, but invites generally begin going out 2 to 4 weeks post-deadline, and they can trickle in over several weeks. For example, some schools like Wharton or Booth may release them in batches on specific dates, while others (like Columbia or INSEAD) might send them more on a rolling basis.
If you're within that window, don’t stress if you haven’t heard yet it’s very normal. And remember, no invite = not rejected, unless the school explicitly states otherwise.
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Make sure to keep preparing for the interviews while you await to hear back, as the timeframe might sometimes be tight. This article can help:

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Hello evenlamer,

Generally, the timelines are communicated on the website but you should hear from the school in about 4 weeks, possibly a little more.

We have some interview preparation videos that could be useful. You may take a look at the same on the following link:

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I have a question- are home based GRE tests considered at par with center tests, while applying to INSEAD
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Yes there’s no differentiation based on the test-taking location
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