Build your ISB application
with the ISB alumni
Whether you’re planning your MBA, preparing for the GMAT or ready to apply, work directly with ISB alumni who understand the process from the inside and help you present your strongest application.
Founder-led mentorship
Personalised ISB application strategy
GMAT & GRE Guidance
8/10 applicants received interview invite
Testimonials
What Our Students Says
“What I appreciated most about Admit Arc was how they prepared me for interviews. They set up mock interviews with mentors from different backgrounds and experience levels, which meant I walked into every real interview having already faced a range of questioning styles and perspectives. It took away the surprise element almost entirely, I knew what to expect and could focus on giving my best answers instead of managing nerves. The team’s guidance throughout the process was thorough and genuinely invested in my success. I’d recommend Admit Arc to anyone serious about their MBA or overseas admissions journey.”
Vedant Saraff
Indian School of Business
What set Admit Arc apart was how deep the brainstorming calls went. I walked in with a jumble of experiences and honestly no idea how to connect them into a story. Session after session, they kept asking the right questions until things I’d never even thought to mention started coming together into something real. I don’t think I could have articulated my own story half as well on my own. That process alone was worth it.v
Amrit Kaur Bagga
Indian School of Business
Coming from a psychology background with tech experience, my profile felt unconventional for marketing — like it didn’t fit any of the boxes admissions committees usually look for. Admit Arc helped me see what I couldn’t: that my background wasn’t a liability, it was my edge. Through our brainstorming sessions, we connected the dots between psychology, technology, and strategy into a single, compelling story — one that showed exactly how I think about consumer behaviour and decision-making. What felt scattered on paper became, in the end, the most distinctive part of my application.
Vansika
Indian School of Business
I was worried that not having a big corporate name on my CV would hold me back. Every other applicant seemed to have a recognisable brand behind them — I had my own venture, and I wasn’t sure how that would read to an admissions committee. Admit Arc helped me reframe that completely. Instead of apologising for not following the conventional path, we positioned my entrepreneurial experience as exactly what it was: hands-on strategic leadership, ownership, and decision-making under real constraints. They transformed my narrative from “founder without a big name” to “leader who built something from nothing” — and that shift helped me secure a competitive global admit.
Raghav
Warwick Business School & Manchester Business School
I came to Admit Arc from an architecture background, wanting to pivot into HumanComputer Interaction — a field that, on paper, looked completely unrelated to my degree. I didn’t know how to explain that jump in a way that made sense, even to myself. Through a series of brainstorming calls, we mapped out the connective tissue between the two: how spatial thinking, user experience in physical environments, and design empathy in architecture translate directly into digital interface design. What started as a confusing transition became a clear, intentional narrative of growth. That clarity is what got me into Trinity College Dublin — the #1 ranked HCI programme in Ireland.
Shreeraj
Trinity College Dublin
When I finished my BBA, I knew I wanted to pursue an MSc in Finance abroad. I was a fresher — strong academics, a couple of internships, and a lot of ambition — but no idea how to make that compelling enough for a Russell Group university. Admit Arc completely changed how I approached the process. First, they helped me understand which universities genuinely welcome strong freshers and which would likely screen me out early — that alone saved me from wasting applications. Their shortlist of Queen Mary, Leeds, and Durham wasn’t random; each was chosen because the programme, cohort profile, and admissions philosophy aligned with where a motivated BBA graduate could actually stand out. When the application came together, it read like me — a clear thread running from my coursework and internships all the way to where I want to be in five years. Three offers. I honestly didn’t expect that as a fresher. If you’re coming straight out of undergrad and think your profile isn’t ready, Admit Arc will show you that it is.
Rohan
Durham University
When I first reached out to Admit Arc, I honestly had no idea what I wanted to do. I’d shortlisted two completely different paths — a Masters in Finance or a Masters in HR — and kept going back and forth without any real clarity. What made the difference was my first proper conversation with Pooja. She didn’t just ask what I wanted to study; she asked how I work, what energises me, what drains me, and where I saw myself in ten years. It felt like someone was genuinely trying to understand me, not sell me a programme. She then walked me through both pathways in real detail — what an MSc Finance actually leads to versus the shift happening in HR toward people analytics and business partnering. By the end of that one session, I knew HR was right — not because someone told me, but because I could finally see it myself. From there, the team built my entire application: SOP, CV, LORs, all of it. I got offers from Bristol and Leeds — two of the best HR and Management programmes in the UK. If you’re where I was — confused, overwhelmed, unsure of the direction — just speak to them. That one conversation gave me clarity I didn’t know I was missing.
Kshanika
Bristol University
ROI and affordability were critical for me. With over 10 years in supply chain and a family depending on my income, going back to do a Masters wasn’t a simple decision — it was a real financial and personal risk. Admit Arc helped me think it through properly rather than rushing into it. We worked through which career path made sense for someone at my stage, which countries offered the right balance of cost, return, and recognition in supply chain specifically, and how to plan finances around the decision realistically. Through multiple brainstorming sessions, we built a personalised essay that reflected over a decade of operational experience — not just generic ambition — which mattered enormously for a programme this competitive. That strategic groundwork is what got me into the MIT Global SCALE Network, one of the most sought-after programmes for supply chain professionals globally. Admit Arc helped me identify the right programme and plan my finances strategically — and that made all the difference.
Avdhesh
MIT Global SCALE Network
Our method
We go beyond generic profile-building — our process is designed to help you discover and articulate what genuinely makes you stand out.
Brainstorming Calls
Together, we identify the story that will help you stand out among thousands of applicants, and give you real clarity on your own narrative before a single word is written.
Narrative Definition & Unlimited Essay Revisions
We help you sharpen and define this narrative across every essay, with unlimited revisions until it's genuinely compelling — not just "good enough."
LOR Alignment
We ensure your Letters of Recommendation are fully coherent with your essay narrative, so the admissions committee sees one consistent, credible story — not two disconnected versions of you.
Mock Interviews
Finally, mock interviews are conducted with a panel of global mentors, designed to be as realistic and rigorous as the real thing — so nothing about interview day catches you off guard.
Learn from mentors who've experienced the journey themselves.
What Sets Us Apart
ISB Alumni Founders
Mentorship from alumni who've experienced the application process themselves.
Successful ISB Applicants Mentored
Helping professionals build applications that reflect their potential.
Global Mentor Network
Access to mentors from leading business schools across the world.
Wherever you are on your ISB journey, we’ll help you move forward.
Build a roadmap before you begin your GMAT preparation and stay aligned with your long-term goals.
Let’s build an application that brings together your experience, achievements, and aspirations.
We’ll help you identify what to strengthen and how to approach your next attempt with greater clarity.
The minds behind Admit Arc
Pooja Rungta
ISB Alumni (Reapplicant)
Admitted to ISB with a GMAT score below the class average.
Her journey is proof that your application doesn’t depend on just your test score.
Umang Chhawchharia
IIT Bombay Alumni
ISB Alumni
Admits from Brown, Duke, Dartmouth, London Business School, HEC Paris, Purdue and other leading institutions.
Today, he mentors applicants in building applications that reflect both ambition and authenticity.
Pooja Rungta
ISB Alumni (Reapplicant)
Admitted to ISB with a GMAT score below the class average.
Her journey is proof that your application doesn’t depend on just your test score.
Umang Chhawchharia
IIT Bombay Alumni
ISB Alumni
Admits from Brown, Duke, Dartmouth, London Business School, HEC Paris, Purdue and other leading institutions.
Today, he mentors applicants in building applications that reflect both ambition and authenticity.
Our Mentors
Devansh Chourasiya
IIT Bombay | Shell, Australia
Gunjan Auti
University of Tokyo | IIT Bombay
Rajat Kadam
Columbia Business School | Ex-Boston Consulting Group
Servani Nagabhyrava
University of Sydney | University of Oxford | Entrepreneur
Mridul Jhunjhunwala
Indian School of Business | Ex-Boston Consulting Group | St. Xaviers College, Kolkata
The Admit Arc Method
Most students start by asking, “Which country should I apply to?” We begin differently — we work backwards from your goal.
Define the goal
what's the long-term career objective?
Identify the right programme
which course actually serves that goal?
Select the right geography
which country has the strongest ecosystem for it?
Target the right institutions
which universities fit your profile and ambition?
Build a competitive application
strong scores aren't enough; you need the right narrative.
The Admit Arc Method
Most students start by asking, “Which country should I apply to?” We begin differently — we work backwards from your goal.
what's the long-term career objective?
which course actually serves that goal?
which country has the strongest ecosystem for it?
which universities fit your profile and ambition?
strong scores aren't enough; you need the right narrative.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. While the ISB average GMAT score for the incoming class typically hovers around 675+, and for GRE around 325+, ISB follows a holistic admissions process that evaluates work experience, academic pedigree, extracurriculars, and essays alongside your score. Candidates with GMAT scores in the 650–680 range have secured admits when the rest of their profile — particularly leadership impact and clarity of goals — is strong.
This depends on where your score sits relative to the ISB GMAT cutoff and class average, and how much of your profile’s “surprise factor” would shift with a higher score. If your score is significantly below the median and you have adequate prep time, a retake can meaningfully improve your odds. If your profile has other standout elements, that time may be better invested in essay strategy and interview preparation.
Ideally, 4 to 6 months before the deadline. This allows sufficient runway for GMAT/GRE preparation, profile building, essay drafting (multiple rounds), and securing strong letters of recommendation (LORs) — all without last-minute compromises on quality.
Yes. ISB does not mandate international exposure. Admissions committees evaluate quality of work experience — ownership, impact, and growth trajectory — over geography. Many successful applicants have built compelling narratives entirely around domestic roles.
Yes. Every applicant is personally guided by our founder, ensuring consistent strategy and accountability from profile evaluation through final submission — not passed between multiple case managers.
Start with a reapplicant strategy review: a candid audit of what likely held back your previous application — GMAT score, essays, positioning, or interview performance. ISB values demonstrated growth since your last attempt, so your new application should clearly show what’s changed: skill development, promotions, expanded scope, or a sharper “why ISB, why now” narrative.