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10th- 10 CGPA, 12th - 94.4%(State topper), Btech CSE(Tier 3 College) - 8.09 (Gold Medalist)

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International Exposure: Worked with international clients. Currently contributing to a multinational company, collaborating effectively with diverse global teams.

State level Handball player. Won multiple college state level tournaments, and represented at nationals in Badminton.
NCC C certificate holder. Led a group of cadets as Sergeant.
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GMAT score is 645 (Q88 V78 D79)
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There are only two things that may be held accountable for rejection
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I doubt GMAT is considered as detrimental in Insead so I suspect that it might be something with essays...
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I scored a 615 and got accepted in INSEAD. Really depends on the overall profile I would say. Feel free to DM
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Hi, how low are the scholarship chances for R4? Would appreciate any help on this.

Also is applying for both Jan and Sep intakes advisable?

I'm ready with the application, so I'm primarily looking to maximize scholarship chances.

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Hi, how low are the scholarship chances for R4? Would appreciate any help on this.

Also is applying for both Jan and Sep intakes advisable?

I'm ready with the application, so I'm primarily looking to maximize scholarship chances.
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For context - I'm a CA with rank in finals and 9 years of experience.
And my GMAT FE score is 775
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I scored a 615 and got accepted in INSEAD. Really depends on the overall profile I would say. Feel free to DM
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Congratulations on getting into INSEAD.
Could you share a little about your profile as well.
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I recently took the GMAT and scored 635. I’m currently in the process of narrowing down colleges and feeling a bit puzzled about the options.
I’d love to connect with others who are in a similar score range and navigating the same situation.
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I scored a 615 and got accepted in INSEAD. Really depends on the overall profile I would say. Feel free to DM
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Congratulations, and wishing you the best in all your future endeavors!
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Hi, how low are the scholarship chances for R4? Would appreciate any help on this.

Also is applying for both Jan and Sep intakes advisable?

I'm ready with the application, so I'm primarily looking to maximize scholarship chances.


For context - I'm a CA with rank in finals and 9 years of experience.
And my GMAT FE score is 775
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What’s NEW this year? INSEAD has extended its Round 4 deadline to August 26, 2025, for the January 2026 intake and announced that it will double the number of scholarships available for this round. This is rare, and according to this, it is a meaningful opportunity for late yet high-potential applicants. Increased scholarship availability means your profile stands a better chance of being awarded financial aid, even in the late round. As a high-scoring, experienced candidate in finance, you might be a part of a strong admissions pool.

What INSEAD Says (FAQ): "The curriculum, course structure, class size and composition, and campus exchange opportunities are identical for the August and January intakes. The primary difference is that if you choose to begin in August, you will complete the MBA in ten consecutive months. If you choose to begin in January, you will have a two-month summer break during which you can pursue an internship or other endeavours." So, apply for Jan R4 if you’re seeking internship alignment; otherwise, choose the intake that matches your recruitment timing or readiness. Good luck!

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For context - I'm a CA with rank in finals and 9 years of experience.
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Congrats on your GMAT FE score : )
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Strong angles on your profile, except the GRE score @WA@tri1080 - please aim for a 326+ to strengthen your chances at INSEAD.

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10th- 95%, 12th - 88%, Btech CSE(VIT Vellore) - 8.82. WES evaluation CGPA- 3.95/4

3+ years work experience in ZS Associates on consulting end. 1 promotion. Have received recognition awards for good performance ( Received PPO)

Have won multiple national level case competitions from IIM C, IIMB etc. Awarded Dare2compete top 30 Eng Leaders. Received Special achievers award from College.

State level Table tennis player. Won multiple school state level tournaments, and represented at nationals. Have Khelo India Scholarship.

Senior Diploma in Painting and Music( Tabla Instrument). Also have volunteer experience as student consultant in NGOs and helping underprivileged communities. Have 2 language experience- Japanese and Chinese.

Recently gave GRE - but scored only 315. Would retake the exam to get a higher score to apply in Round 2. What are the chances of securing an admit through this profile for Insead
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Luna16 - Did you seek feedback from INSEAD on your previous application? They may (or may not) provide a detailed feedback, but try to understand what could be improved in your reapplication.

Based on the details you've mentioned, the GMAT score looks a bit on the lower side. But I'd be able to assess better if I take a quick look at your essays for a ding-analysis. Feel free to reach out.

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Hi team, would like to get a profile evaluation.

10th- 10 CGPA, 12th - 94.4%(State topper), Btech CSE(Tier 3 College) - 8.09 (Gold Medalist)

Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience, multiple promotions for strong performance.
International Exposure: Worked with international clients. Currently contributing to a multinational company, collaborating effectively with diverse global teams.

State level Handball player. Won multiple college state level tournaments, and represented at nationals in Badminton.
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GMAT score is 645 (Q88 V78 D79)
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Would like to reapply again in Round 1 for Aug 26 intake. What should I do different this time? What are the chances of securing an admit through this profile?
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Same, would want some essay tips and profile insights, could you drop a msg on +91-9723742762 please 🙏🏻?
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Remember to take breaks while working on your applications 🙂😀

Reward yourself with small wins 😄
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It would be helpful if you give brief on your profile
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Hi,
Requesting a quick profile evaluation.
GMAT - 655 , 93%ile
BTech, ECE, VIT vellore- 8.0 CGPA
Exp - 1.5 years as Data analyst and 5years Product Manager in a startup, that scaled up tremendously.

Incase Any other information needed, please let me know.

Thanking you in advance.
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Hi everyone, I have a doubt regarding application process. Can I share my GMAT score even after I make the application? If so, what is the deadline for the same?
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Better share before the deadline

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Incase Any other information needed, please let me know.

Thanking you in advance.
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Hi, you can either post on GMAT club and ask for a free profile evaluation here: https://gmatclub.com/gmat-chance-calculator/web/ OR book a free 1:1 session with any consultant.
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