Admission
The Indian School of Business (ISB) is renowned for its flagship Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP), which is globally equivalent to an MBA. Unlike most Indian B-schools that use the CAT exam, ISB primarily looks at GMAT or GRE scores and places a heavy emphasis on professional work experience.
Eligibility Criteria
The Indian School of Business (ISB) offers three distinct entry routes depending on your current professional standing. Here is the eligibility breakdown in pointer form:
1. Regular PGP (Post Graduate Programme)
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Work Experience: You must have a minimum of 24 months of full-time work experience by March 31 of the year the program begins.
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Education: A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Professional qualifications like CA, CS, or ICWA are also accepted).
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Test Scores: A valid GMAT or GRE score.
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English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS score is required only if the primary language of instruction during your undergraduate studies was not English.
2. Early Entry Option (EEO)
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Work Experience: Designed for individuals with less than 24 months of full-time work experience.
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Education: A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
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Test Scores: A valid GMAT or GRE score.
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English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS score is required if your undergraduate medium of instruction was not English.
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Note: If selected, you receive a deferred admission and join the program once you complete the required 24 months of experience.
3. Young Leaders Programme (PGP YL)
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Work Experience: Aimed at candidates with 0 to 24 months of work experience.
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Education: Open to Final/Pre-final year students or fresh graduates.
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Test Scores: Acceptance of GMAT, GRE, or CAT scores.
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English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS score is required if your undergraduate medium of instruction was not English.
Admission Process
ISB follows a holistic selection process. They don't just look at numbers; they look at your "story."
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Online Application: You submit your academic transcripts, employment history, and awards.
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Essays: This is the most critical part where you describe your leadership potential, career goals, and why ISB fits your journey.
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Letter of Recommendation (LOR): One LOR is required, typically from a professional supervisor who can vouch for your work ethic.
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Shortlisting: Based on your profile and test scores, you are invited for an interview.
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Personal Interview: Conducted by ISB alumni or senior faculty. It focuses on your professional maturity, "fit" for the school, and leadership qualities.
MBA Cutoffs (GMAT/GRE/CAT)
ISB does not have a fixed "cutoff." They use a range. However, based on the recent class profiles, here are the competitive benchmarks:
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GMAT (Classic): 700–710 is the average. A score of 720 is considered strong.
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GMAT (Focus Edition): The average is roughly 655–665.
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GRE: A competitive score is usually 320–325 .
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CAT (Only for PGP YL): Since this is a new inclusion, the expected percentile is high, likely 98-99 percentile.
Note: Candidates with scores as low as 600 (GMAT) have been admitted in the past if they had exceptional work experience or a unique "diversity" factor (e.g., doctors, artists, or military personnel).
Application Fees
The fee depends on whether you are a first-time applicant or a re-applicant and how early you apply.
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First-time Applicants: ₹5,000
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Re-applicants: ₹2,500
For more details please visit : Indian School Of Business (ISB) Hyderabd Official Website
