ISB Admission Preparation
What to Expect in the ISB Admission Process?
The ISB admission process is designed to identify candidates with strong academic capabilities, professional achievements, leadership potential, and the drive to create an impact. Here’s what you can expect step-by-step:
Application Process
Interview Process
Eligilibilty
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Minimum 2 years of full-time work experience as of March 31
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A valid GMAT or GRE score
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A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution
Application Components
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Online application form
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Academic transcripts
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GMAT or GRE score report
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2 Mandatory essays describing your professional experience shaping leadership aspirations, and how ISB’s resources will help you achieve your short and long-term goals.
Verification
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ISB verifies your documents after you submit them, usually within 20 working days.
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Candidates may be asked to clarify or resubmit documents during this period.
Format & Duration
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Conducted virtually or in person.
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Lasts around 30-45 minutes.
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Includes two on-the-spot essays as part of the evaluation.
Panel Composition
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Typically includes ISB faculty, alumni, and senior staff.
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Usually 2-3 interviewers on a panel.
Evaluation Parameters
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Career progression and achievements
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Leadership potential and teamwork
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Clarity of career goals and fit with the ISB PGP
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Communication skills, confidence, and analytical thinking
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Overall alignment with ISB’s collaborative, high-impact culture
Final Selection
Once the interviews are finished, the Admissions Committee reviews the full picture:
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Academic records
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Test scores
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Essays
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Recommendations
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Interview performance
Expert Tips for ISB Application and Interview Success
Building a strong ISB application requires more than just meeting the eligibility requirements. It requires a thoughtful, well-aligned approach to showcase your achievements, leadership capabilities, and career vision.
Here are practical strategies to help you put your best foot forward:
Application Mentorship Tips
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Make sure that your resume, essay, and recommendations are consistent in highlighting your career growth, leadership experiences, and personal values.
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Show evidence of your impact with measurable outcomes and results to establish credibility.
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Connect your short-term goals and long-term career plans to ISB's resources and curriculum.
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Seek guidance early from mentors of experienced advisors to help you identify your blind spots, polish your essay, and strengthen your overall application.
Interview Preparation Strategies
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Interview panels often dive deep into your essay and resume, so make sure you know your application inside out.
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Use frameworks like STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure and practice behavioural answers about teamwork, leadership, or conflict resolution.
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Explain clearly why ISB is the right choice for you and how it fits into your future plans.
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Consider mock interviews with mentors to gain confidence and simulate the original interview.
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Prepare for on-the-spot essays by practicing writing concise, logically structured responses under time constraints.
Important Dates for ISB PGP 2025–26 Admissions
Class of 2027 | Application Deadline | Interview Dates* | Final Decision |
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Round 3 | 25 January 2026 | Week 2, Feb 2026
to Week 2, March 2026 | Mid-March 2026 |
Round 2 | 07 December 2025 | Week 1, Jan 2026
to Week 3, Feb 2026 | End of Feb 2026 |
Round 1 | 14 September 2025 | Week 3, Oct 2025
to Week 4, Nov 2025 | End of Nov 2025 |
ISB Application Guidance: Essays, Resume & Recommendations
The ISB essays are your opportunity to bring your application to life, showcasing not only what you have achieved but who you are as a person and leader.
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Structure is everything: Organize your essays with a clear introduction, a well-developed body, and a powerful conclusion. Consider following a framework:
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Introduction with a hook
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Context and situation description
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Key actions, reflections, and insights
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Lessons learned
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Future aspirations and link to ISB
This ensures your narrative flows logically and is easy to follow.
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Be authentic: Use genuine anecdotes that reveal your thought process, decision-making style, and leadership approach. Admissions committees can easily spot inauthentic responses.
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Show alignment with ISB’s values: Highlight experiences where you worked in diverse teams, showed empathy, or adapted to challenging environments. Conclude by tying your experiences to ISB’s curriculum, values, or unique offerings.
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Use vivid examples: Illustrate your qualities with stories that reveal your behavior in real situations. Show, don’t just tell.
Focus on growth: For every success or failure, emphasize what you learned and how you have changed as a result.
What to expect from your Preppie
Mock Interview?
You will be interviewed by an expert consultant or senior alumni
The questions in the interview are tailor-made based on your profile and essay.
You will receive 10+ feedback points to help improve your prep for the actual interview.
Common and Past ISB Interview Questions
The ISB admission process is designed to identify candidates with strong academic capabilities, professional achievements, leadership potential, and the drive to create an impact. Here’s what you can expect step-by-step:
Most Common Questions Asked in
ISB Interviews
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How does this program help with interview preparation?The program is designed to help you excel with realistic MBA mock interviews structured to simulate actual interview scenarios of top B schools. You get detailed feedback from alumni highlighting your strengths and weaknesses. We take your unique background, goals, and experiences into account to tailor our approach. With our insider knowledge, you will know everything about the selection criteria, common questions, and how to structure your answers. We develop the confidence you need to excel in your top B school interview.
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Do I need prior preparation before enrolling in the course?No, you don’t necessarily need prior preparation to enroll in our course. We tailor mock interview preparation to address your unique needs.
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Do you provide feedback after the mock interviews?Yes, candidates get detailed personalized feedback after our MBA mock interviews. Our experts highlight your strengths and areas you need to work on. We refine your answers and also provide body language and communication tips.
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How are the mock interviews conducted—online or offline?We offer mock interview preparation online. We conduct one-on-one sessions, and you also receive a free online consultation.
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How does Preppie’s application mentorship work?It begins with the pre-application prep phase and ends with the application submission phase. In the first phase, we schedule 2 strategy calls to create a personalized plan for you. Our mentors develop action points aligned with your MBA and post-MBA goals, filling gaps in your profile. In the second phase, we cover all the sections in the application process to provide you end to end application guidance. We review your essay, scholarship essay and resume.
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How do you handle feedback and concerns during application mentorship?Our mentors actively seek weekly input and monitor your progress to make necessary changes in the approach. You can raise concern immediately and we will assess the situation and ensure a suitable resolution.
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How does the interview training improve my chances of getting selected by a top B-school?At Preppie, we pair you with distinguished alumni from the very business school you’re aiming for. Your mentor has successfully navigated the same application and interview process, offering you insider insights and real-world advice. You’ll get a personalized strategy, tailored feedback, and support to refine your answers and strengthen your profile. We identify any gaps and provide structured guidance to help you build confidence and present a compelling narrative. With Preppie, you gain a true competitive edge in the admissions process.
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Types of ISB Interview Questions
The ISB interview goes beyond standard Q&A. It is designed to test your self-awareness, leadership potential, clarity of goals, and the authenticity of your application. Broadly, you can expect questions related to these four categories:
ISB Interview Preparation : Comprehensive Package
ISB Application Mentorship
Comprehensive Package
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Class of 2022
Preppie offered exactly what I needed before the interview. The honest feedback and suggestions of the mock interviewer really helped me ace my interview. He prepared me for the worse and in the end gave me clear and crisp action points to work upon. Had a great experience, overall.
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Class of 2023
Preppie offered an excellent service by not only grilling but also providing actionable feedback. Their mock interviews have helped me and I will recommend them without any reservations.
Ravinder Shah Singh
ISB Admit
Class of 2025
Owing to the fact that preppie uses your profile for simulating the interview process, their mock interviews are extremely helpful in preparing for not only the ISB interview, but all interviews in general.
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How does this program help with interview preparation?The program is designed to help you excel with realistic MBA mock interviews structured to simulate actual interview scenarios of top B schools. You get detailed feedback from alumni highlighting your strengths and weaknesses. We take your unique background, goals, and experiences into account to tailor our approach. With our insider knowledge, you will know everything about the selection criteria, common questions, and how to structure your answers. We develop the confidence you need to excel in your top B school interview.
-
Do I need prior preparation before enrolling in the course?No, you don’t necessarily need prior preparation to enroll in our course. We tailor mock interview preparation to address your unique needs.
-
Do you provide feedback after the mock interviews?Yes, candidates get detailed personalized feedback after our MBA mock interviews. Our experts highlight your strengths and areas you need to work on. We refine your answers and also provide body language and communication tips.
-
How are the mock interviews conducted—online or offline?We offer mock interview preparation online. We conduct one-on-one sessions, and you also receive a free online consultation.
-
How does Preppie’s application mentorship work?It begins with the pre-application prep phase and ends with the application submission phase. In the first phase, we schedule 2 strategy calls to create a personalized plan for you. Our mentors develop action points aligned with your MBA and post-MBA goals, filling gaps in your profile. In the second phase, we cover all the sections in the application process to provide you end to end application guidance. We review your essay, scholarship essay and resume.
-
How do you handle feedback and concerns during application mentorship?Our mentors actively seek weekly input and monitor your progress to make necessary changes in the approach. You can raise concern immediately and we will assess the situation and ensure a suitable resolution.
-
How does the interview training improve my chances of getting selected by a top B-school?At Preppie, we pair you with distinguished alumni from the very business school you’re aiming for. Your mentor has successfully navigated the same application and interview process, offering you insider insights and real-world advice. You’ll get a personalized strategy, tailored feedback, and support to refine your answers and strengthen your profile. We identify any gaps and provide structured guidance to help you build confidence and present a compelling narrative. With Preppie, you gain a true competitive edge in the admissions process.
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