LIVE GMAT 2025 UPDATES

12:30 PM IST • 25 April 2025
ISB Class of 2026 Program Commences

The Indian School of Business (ISB) welcomes the PGP Class of 2026 as orientation for the 2025-26 academic year kicks off on April 4, 2025, across its Hyderabad and Mohali campuses. This vibrant week introduces students to ISB’s rigorous curriculum, faculty, and diverse community. Packed with workshops, networking events, and team-building activities, the orientation sets the stage for a transformative MBA journey, fostering leadership and innovation.
09:09 AM IST • 23 April 2025
EduShastra Unleashes the +720 Apex-25 Batch: Conquer Your Competitive Exams!
The +720 Apex-25 batch offers an elite learning experience through a selective admission process based on the IQ-focused Entrance Mapping Test, ensuring tailored instruction within percentile-based groups. With an average batch size of just 25 students, these highly interactive classes foster personalized learning through adaptive pedagogy. Students benefit from lifetime course validity, allowing unlimited retakes, and can unlock advanced opportunities through Weekly Evaluation Tests. Flexible class modes (Classroom, Live-Online, and Hybrid) and a money-back guarantee reflect the program’s commitment to student success.
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01:00 PM IST • 08 April 2025
Rising GMAT & Local MBA Preference Signal a New Era for Indian B-schools

It’s fascinating to see how the GMAT is gaining traction in India, with a 20% jump in test-takers in early 2025. That shift toward domestic MBA programs—53% of candidates choosing Indian B-schools in 2023-24, up from 41%—really highlights a growing confidence in what these institutions offer.Institutions like IIM Mumbai, with its stellar 2025 placement results, showcase the growing appeal of GMAT-accepting programs in India.The trend suggests students are opting for Indian institutions for their world-class business education.

08:09 AM IST • 27 December 2024
Indian School of Business(ISB) adopts IIM model, introduces a 20-month management program.

The Indian School of Business (ISB) is introducing a new 20-month management program designed for recent graduates and those with limited work experience (up to two years). This program, launching in July 2025, will align ISB’s offerings more closely with traditional two-year programs offered by IIMs. With a fee exceeding 29 lakhs, it will be a substantial investment for aspiring managers.
20:56 PM IST • 19 December 2024
GMAT Exam Takership Demonstrates Resurgence

GMAT testing volume has risen, driven by India’s 20.1% growth (4,500+ test takers) and the U.S.’s 6.1% increase (1,500+ test takers). Emerging markets like Uzbekistan showed notable growth, while Western Europe grew 6.0%, led by Germany (+242) and Sweden (+198), despite a slight decline in the UK (-94). Over half of tests in Europe used the new GMAT format.
10:25 AM IST • 19 December 2024
Pursuing an MBA at IIM Bangalore? Explore this program that does not require a CAT score.

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is crucial for most MBA programs in India, but some, like IIM Bangalore’s Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP), don’t require it. This one-year MBA for professionals with 5-12 years of experience focuses on core management skills. Admission is based on GMAT/GRE scores, academic performance, work experience, and an interview. Prepare for GMAT/GRE by understanding the format, studying strategically, and practicing consistently.