ISB Essays 2025–26: How to Write Powerful Essays That Get You In
The ISB PGP 2025–26 admissions cycle is live—and if there’s one part of your application you absolutely can’t afford to mess up, it’s the essays.
Your essays are your voice, your pitch, your story. This is where ISB finds out who you really are—beyond your GMAT score, job title, or academic record.
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📝 ISB Essay Prompts 2025–26 (What You’re Dealing With)
While the exact wording may evolve slightly, ISB typically asks two core essay questions:
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What are your short and long-term goals? How does ISB fit into your career journey?
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Share an example that reflects your leadership potential or impact.
Optional: A third space may be provided to explain gaps, career shifts, or anything else important.
🔍 What ISB is Really Looking for in These Essays
✅ Clarity of Thought
Your goals must be realistic, well-defined, and connected to your past experiences.
✅ Authenticity
They’re not looking for generic “dream big” statements. Tell your story—real, specific, and personal.
✅ Fit with ISB
Why ISB over IIMs or global MBAs? Show that you’ve done your homework. Reference the ISB ecosystem, clubs, electives, and alumni stories if relevant.
✅ Leadership & Impact
Highlight a situation where you made a difference. Focus on actions, challenges, and what you learned—not just outcomes.
💡 Tips to Write Essays That Work
🔹 Start early. Don’t rush—reflection takes time.
🔹 Write, rewrite, refine. First drafts are never final drafts.
🔹 Use STAR or PARA framework (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to tell compelling stories.
🔹 Avoid buzzwords and clichés. “Dynamic leader,” “passionate professional,” etc. won’t help.
🔹 Show, don’t tell. Let your examples speak for your skills.
🔹 Get feedback. But don’t let others dilute your voice.
🚫 Common Essay Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Being vague about goals (“I want to work in consulting or product”)
❌ Copy-pasting from other school essays
❌ Over-explaining job roles instead of highlighting impact
❌ Writing like a résumé, not a narrative
❌ Ignoring the “Why ISB” part of the prompt
🎯 Final Thought
Your ISB essays are more than just a task—they’re your chance to connect your past, present, and future into a cohesive, powerful narrative. If you can be real, be clear, and be intentional, you’ll already stand out from most applicants.
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