Don’t Miss Out! GMAT Score Cut-Off Dates for ISB Round 2 Applications


 If you’re targeting ISB Round 2 for the 2025 intake and still figuring out when to take your GMAT, this video has you covered. The timeline is tighter than most candidates realize — and your planning now could mean the difference between making the round or missing it.

📺 Watch this quick, must-know breakdown:
👉 https://youtu.be/cjnweNPAijc


⏰ So… When Should You Take the GMAT for ISB Round 2?

Here’s the short answer:
Your official GMAT score needs to reach ISB before the Round 2 deadline, which usually falls in late November to early December (specific date depends on the application cycle).

➡️ That means your GMAT exam should ideally be scheduled by early November at the latest, since official score reporting takes 5–7 calendar days to reflect in ISB’s system.


📌 Important Considerations:

  • Booking Late = Risky: If your GMAT is too close to the deadline and your score delays even by a few days, your application may not be considered complete.

  • Retake Buffer: Plan early in case you need a retest. Don’t assume one GMAT attempt is enough — build buffer time in your prep schedule.

  • Unofficial Score Isn’t Enough: ISB requires the official score report directly from GMAC (or ETS for GRE) — so don’t rely on the unofficial score you see on test day.

  • Round 1 vs Round 2: While Round 2 is perfectly fine to apply in (many get admits and scholarships), you must be strategic with test timing if skipping Round 1.


✅ Quick GMAT Prep Timeline (If You Start Now):

  • August – September: Begin or intensify prep

  • Late September – October: Take mock tests + register for GMAT

  • By Early November: Complete your GMAT exam

  • By Mid-November: Ensure official scores are sent to ISB

  • By Late November: Finalize and submit your ISB application


🎯 Final Word

Don’t let poor planning around the GMAT timeline derail your ISB Round 2 dreams. Start now, book early, and stay ahead of the deadlines.

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