ISB early entry option

Indian School of Business offers the Early Entry Option for applicants who have lesser than two years of work experience as a. deferred MBA admit.

The application deadline for the ISB EEO 2024 for the third round is 21 January 2024.

ISB Early Entry Option

ISB PGP program (Post graduate Programme in Management) is a world-class one-year management programme. ISB, regarded as one of the greatest B-Schools in the world, provides young executives with diverse perspectives and worldwide exposure. The programme is meant to improve business management abilities through cutting-edge research-based and globally acknowledged curriculum taught by the world's greatest experts.

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What is the ISB Early Entry Option (PGP deferred) for the 2024 intake?

The ISB Early Entry Option allows you to apply for deferred admission to the PGP for the 2024 intake. The ISB Early Entry Option is suitable for candidates who fulfill the following requirements:

1. Possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline.

2. Have a valid GMAT/GRE score.

3. Have less than 24 months of full-time post-qualification work experience as of April 08, 2024.

4. If the language of instruction during your undergraduate studies was not English, you will need to provide a TOEFL/IELTS/PTE score.

Do I need to provide a TOEFL/IELTS score for the PGP 2024-25 and Early Entry Option 2024?

If the language of instruction at your undergraduate study level was not English, you are required to submit a TOEFL/IELTS score for both the PGP 2024-25 and Early Entry Option 2024.

Is it possible for me to apply for the Early Entry Option if I have work experience exceeding 24 months?

No, the Early Entry Option is exclusively intended for individuals with less than 24 months of full-time post-qualification work experience as of April 08, 2024. If your work experience exceeds 24 months, we encourage you to apply for the regular PGP 2024-25 program.

Is there a specific deadline for submitting the GMAT/GRE scores?

Yes, it is the same as the deadline for the application you are applying to.

Can I submit both GMAT and GRE scores for my ISB EEO application 2024?

Yes, you can choose to submit either GMAT or GRE scores. The choice of test is yours, and both scores are accepted for the application process.

Are there any specific score requirements for the GMAT/GRE or TOEFL/IELTS/PTE?

There are no specific score requirements mentioned in the instructions. However, it is recommended to aim for competitive scores that reflect your academic abilities and English language proficiency.

Is there any difference in the application process for PGP 2024-25 and Early Entry Option 2024?

The application process for PGP 2024-25 and Early Entry Option 2024 is similar. You need to follow the same guidelines and provide the required documentation for both ISB PGP 2024 - 25 and ISB EEO 2024.

You can get help with your ISB applications by contacting an ISB admission consultant at GOALisB. To discuss your profile and receive application assistance for MBA programs, you can email us at contact@goalisb.com or call us at +91 7719497187.

ISB Early Entry Option 2024 Essays:

1. Provide an honest portrayal of yourself, emphasizing your strengths and weaknesses. Highlight the key elements that have shaped your personal journey. Give relevant illustrations as needed. (400 words)

2. Contemplate two distinct situations—one where you experienced success and another where you faced failure. Delve into the personal and interpersonal lessons you learned from these instances. (400 words) 3. Given your previous experience and future aspirations, how do you plan to use the PGP at ISB to fulfil your professional goals? Optional (250 words)

About the ISB Early entry option:

The ISB PGP's Early Entry Option is a deferred admission offer. The Early Entry Option permits recent graduates with less than 24 months of full-time job experience to gain admission to the ISB PGP. Candidates who are chosen will be granted deferred admission and will be eligible to enter the PGP once they have completed at least 24 months of full-time job experience.

ISB Rankings:

1. Ranked 4th in Asia – FT Global MBA Rankings 2022

2. Ranked 1st in India - FT Global MBA Rankings 2022

3. Ranked 32nd in World - FT Global MBA Rankings 2022

4. Ranked 1st in Salary Increase - FT Global MBA Rankings 2022

5. Accredited to AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS

ISB Early Entry Option Eligibility:

To apply for deferred admission under the Early Entry Option, candidates must meet the following requirements:

1. Applicants should have at least a bachelor's degree or its equivalent in any field.

2. A valid GMAT/GRE score to apply.

3. Less than 24 months of full-time job experience as of the start date of the application cycle i.e. March 2024.

4. IELTS / TOEFL (If Applicable)

Get more updates on ISB admission 2024 . ISB Early Entry Option Fees:

1. Total Admission fees: Rs. 3,54,000 (Including GST @18%)

2. Total Commitment fees (Non-refundable): Rs. 2,36,000 (Including GST @18%)

3. Tuition fees: Rs. 24,57,000

4. ISB Early Entry Option Accommodation fee

5. For shared accommodation: Rs. 2,89,000

6. For studio accommodation: Rs. 5,16,000

7. There is a one-time fee of Rs. 15,000 for ISB alums to utilise the library and recreation centre.

ISB Early Entry Option Application fees:

1. Round 1: Rs. 5,000

2. Round 2: Rs. 7,500

3. Round 3: Rs. 7,500

4. Application fees for Re-applicants: Rs. 2,500 for each round

More details about ISB MBA fees .

ISB Scholarships

Students at ISB can apply for generous need- and merit-based scholarships. For both Indian and international applicants, scholarships up to 100% of the cost of tuition are offered. More details are discussed on the ISB Scholarships page.

ISB EEO Admission Process

Stage 1 - Application All qualified individuals must complete an online application form that collects information on their academic background, employment history, and GMAT/GRE scores. Candidates must additionally submit two essays and obtain a statement from a professional peer detailing their accolades and accomplishments as part of their application. Stage 2 – Interview After application process candidates profile will be thoroughly assessed by the admission committee and short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews, and at the conclusion of each round, offers will be issued to the students. The Round 1 applicants will be interviewed in October and November. Get more information about ISB admission process .

ISB Early Entry Option Application Deadline 2024:

1. Round 1: September 10, 2023

2. Round 2: TBA

3. Round 3: TBA

ISB Class Profile of 2022:

1. Male: 63%

2. Female: 37%

3. Age group 22-26 years: 42%

4. Age group 26-30 years: 48%

Age group above 30 years: 10%

Work Experience diversity in ISB Class:

1. 02-05 years: 73%

2. Above 5 years: 27%

3. Engineer: 57%

4. Non Engineer: 43%

You can get help with your ISB applications by contacting an ISB admission consultant at GOALisB. To discuss your profile and receive application assistance for MBA programs, you can email us at contact@goalisb.com or call us at +91 7719497187.

Industries represented in ISB class profile:

1. Consulting: 18%

2. BFSI: 17%

3. IT, ITeS: 16%

4. FMCG, Retail, Consumer Durables: 5%

5. Manufacturing: 5%

6. Oil, Energy, Petroleum, Minerals: 5%

7. Government, PSUs, NGOs, Armed Forces and Services: 5%

8. Pharma, Bio-Tech, Healthcare, Hospitals: 4%

9. Engineering: 3%

10. Others: 22%

ISB Class Profile by Functional Background:

1. Sales and Marketing: 17%

2. IT: 15%

3. Finance: 12%

4. Engineering: 8%

5. Consulting: 8%

6. Operations: 7%

7. General Management, Strategic Planning: 5%

8. Product Development: 5%

9. Project Management: 3%

10. Research & Development: 2%

11. Others: 18%

ISB Placements Process:

1. At ISB, the placement process takes about four months.

2. Through a series of on-campus presentations and hundreds of job advertisements, students get the opportunity to learn about recruitment companies with a presence both nationally and worldwide.

3. The first stage of the placement process involves recruiters giving pre-placement talks (PPT) to the student body.

4. The organisations' philosophies and objectives are the main topics of discussion. Students respond to the questions with "expressions of interest (EOI)".

5. After the recruiters have made a list of qualified candidates, the Career Advancement Services (CAS) staff gets in touch with the students.

6. Campus interviews come next, and then businesses make offers. Recruiters may also speak with candidates off-campus.

7. The majority of the placement process happens over the course of ten days. However, the final interviews and placements take a long.

Profile of ISB Class 2022:

1. Class Size: 929

2. Average Age: 27.07

3. Work Experience: 4.09

4. Average GMAT: 713

5. Average GRE: 328

Year on Year 80% Median CTC (IN INR) at ISB Placements:

1. Class of 2018: 22,00,000

2. Class of 2019: 24,02,449

3. Class of 2020: 24,10,000

4. Class of 2021: 27,00,000

5. Class of 2022: 31,00,000

ISB placements Industry Wise Offers 2022 by percent of class:

1. Advt/Media/PR/Entertainment: 2

2. Banks/Financial Institutions/Financial Services: 12

3. Consulting: 37

4. E-Commerce: 9

5. Education / Teaching & Training: 1

6. FMCG/Retail/Consumer Durables: 5

7. Infrastructure/ Construction/Real Estate: 1

8. IT Consulting: 1

9. IT/ITES: 12

10. Manufacturing: 1

11. Others: 6

12. Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare/Hospitals: 3

13. Technology: 4

14. Telecom: 2

15. Transportation/Logistics/Operations: 3

16. Urban Mobility: 1

ISB Placements 2022 Function Wise Offers in percentage of class:

1. Analytics: 3

2. Consulting: 37

3. Finance: 7

4. General Management / Strategic Planning: 9

5. Operations: 4

6. Others: 5

7. Product Management: 12

8. Project Management: 1

9. Sales & Marketing: 18

10. Technology: 4

ISB Placements Industry Wise Offers - Mid 80% Average CTC 2022 (in INR)

1. Advt/Media/Comm/PR/Entertainment: 29,65,000

2. Banks/Financial Institutions/Financial Services: 34,87,630

3. Consulting: 33,37,488

4. E-Commerce: 33,31,972

5. Education / Teaching & Training: 28,05,000

6. FMCG/Retail/Consumer Durables: 26,48,759

7. Infrastructure/ Construction/Real Estate: 28,00,000

8. IT Consulting: 30,00,000

9. IT/ITES: 33,51,204

10. Manufacturing: 27,50,000

11. Others: 36,58,800

12. Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare/Hospitals: 31,64,218

13. Technology: 36,65,914

14. Telecom: 32,45,454

15. Transportation/Logistics/Operations: 34,90,909

16. Urban Mobility: 37,33,649

ISB Placements Function Wise Offers - Mid 80% Average CTC 2022:

1. Analytics: 32,49,028

2. Consulting: 33,48,654

3. Finance: 29,34,152

4. General Management / Strategic Planning: 30,88,572

5. Operations: 31,61,743

6. Others: 35,47,535

7. Product Management: 34,49,971

8. Project Management: 31,00,000

9. Sales & Marketing: 29,90,804

10. Technology: 44,65,250

ISB Early Entry Option FAQs

Does PGP provide an MBA degree? In India, only universities have the authority to grant degrees. The ISB PGP is not a degree or a certificate. Does the GMAT or GRE have a minimum score requirement for PGP? For the GMAT and GRE, there is no minimum score. The current class's GMAT scores range from 600 to 780, while the GRE scores range from 311 to 335. How much old GMAT/GRE score consider valid for PGP? GMAT/GRE scores are valid for five years after the exam date. Please confirm that your score is current as of the round application deadline.