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ISB Mohali Admission 2027 is not a separate process. ISB runs unified admissions across its Mohali and Hyderabad campuses. One application, one fee and one selection process cover both. Applicants use a GMAT or GRE score taken at a test centre for admission to courses at the institute.
- PGP Class of 2028: Applications are open. Round 1 closes September 20, 2026. The programme starts in April 2027.
- PGP MAX and PGP MFAB: PGP MAX Round 1 closes August 30, 2026. PGP MFAB Round 1 closes November 29, 2026.
- AMPI and AMPOS: AMPI applications close August 23, 2026. AMPOS applications close August 30, 2026.
- Unified admissions: One application covers Mohali and Hyderabad. ISB admits around 820 students a year across both.
- Not offered at Mohali: PGP YL runs only at Hyderabad. PGP PRO runs at Hyderabad and Delhi.
- Not a degree: The ISB PGP is neither a degree nor a diploma. It is a certificate qualification.
- No AICTE or UGC recognition: ISB has chosen not to seek it. It holds AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA accreditation.
- Work experience is compulsory: PGP course required at least 24 months of full-time work. Part-time work does not count.
- No cutoff score: ISB sets no minimum GMAT or GRE score. It sets no minimum graduation percentage either.
- No state quota: ISB has no Punjab domicile quota and no state-specific scholarship.
- Campus allocation: ISB does not publish how it splits students between campuses.
ISB Mohali Admission Portal 2027: isb.edu
ISB Mohali PGP Admission 2027
The PGP is ISB's flagship one-year residential programme. Scale sets ISB apart from other one-year routes. The Class of 2025 had 816 students. The Class of 2024 had 870 with an average GMAT of 717.
ISB Mohali PGP Admission Dates 2027
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Round 1 Application Deadline | September 20, 2026 |
| Round 2 Application Deadline | December 6, 2026 |
| Round 3 Application Deadline | January 17, 2027 |
| GMAT or GRE Validity Window for Round 1 | September 21, 2021 to September 20, 2026 |
| GMAT or GRE Validity Window for Round 3 | January 18, 2022 to January 17, 2027 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | March 14, 2027 |
| Late Fee Payment Window | March 14 to April 12, 2027 |
| Programme Commencement | April 2027 (Tentative) |
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Work Experience | Minimum 24 months of full-time work as of March 31. Part-time work is not counted. |
| Academic Qualification | Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Three-year degrees are accepted. No minimum percentage. |
| International Candidates | TOEFL or IELTS needed if the degree was not taught in English. |
Application and fee details for ISB Mohali PGP admission 2027:
- The application fee is INR 5,000 in Round 1.
- It rises to INR 7,500 in Round 2 and Round 3.
- Re-applicants pay INR 2,500 in every round.
- GMAT and GRE scores stay valid for 5 years from the deadline.
- The total fee is INR 40,46,520 with shared accommodation.
- Studio accommodation raises this to INR 44,45,000.
- A refundable security deposit of INR 20,000 applies.
- Accommodation is compulsory since the programme is fully residential.
- Fees are subject to revision. Confirm the current figure before applying.
Key insight: The headline fee of INR 34,48,000 is the figure before GST. Once GST and the deposit are added, you actually pay INR 40,46,520. The figure is the same whether you land at Mohali or Hyderabad.
ISB Mohali PGP Selection Criteria 2027
ISB reviews every application as a whole. It publishes no percentage weightage for any part of the process.
- First, ISB verifies your application within 20 days.
- You then get 3 days to fix anything missing.
- Shortlisting looks at academics, test scores and work experience.
- Your essays, awards and recommendation also count at this stage.
- Next comes the interview, which runs around 30 minutes.
- A faculty and alumni panel conducts it, online or in person.
- You get 3 to 7 days notice before the interview.
- The interview also includes two on-spot written essays.
- There is no group discussion at any stage.
- Scholarship decisions involve a separate interview and review.
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What ISB asks you to write in the application:
- Two essays are compulsory and one is optional.
- Leadership Essay (400 words) around “What unique experiences have shaped who you are? What have these experiences taught you about leadership and the kind of leader you aspire to be?”
- Learning Approach Essay (400 words) around “What intellectual experiences have influenced your approach to learning and have led you to pursue an MBA? Please describe using anecdotes from your own experiences”.
- Optional essay (250 words) around “Share with us any intellectual pursuits, unique perspectives, or experiences that you pursued that have shaped your worldview.
How could they potentially contribute to our learning community?”. - Re-applicants write an extra essay on their progress.
- Only 1 letter of recommendation is required.
Key insight: For Essay writing Be honest, reflective, and authentic—great essays come from clarity, not perfection.
What ISB Looks in a candidates?
ISB looks beyond academic scores and work experience when making final admission decisions. The school evaluates candidates on three key qualities:
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to understand complex problems, think critically and use data or logic to arrive at practical solutions.
- Leadership Potential: Ability to communicate effectively, work with others, take initiative and create a positive impact.
- Commitment to Growth: Curiosity to learn, willingness to take feedback, learn from setbacks and continuously improve.
In short: ISB seeks candidates who can think critically, lead effectively and demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and grow.
How to Apply for PGP at ISB Mohali?
- Take the GMAT or GRE at a test centre, not at home.
- Send your score to ISB using its official score-report code.
- Fill the online application and pay the registration fee.
- Write the two compulsory essays and the optional one.
- Add your single recommender, who submits online.
- Wait for the shortlist, then attend the interview.
- Pay the admission and commitment fee once you get an offer.
As per Collegedunia Reviews students rate ISB 4.6 out of 5. Faculty and infrastructure score highest. The recurring complaints are the one-year intensity and the high fees.
ISB Mohali PGP MAX and PGP MFAB Admission 2027
Both programs are for duration of 15 months at ISB Mohali. PGP MAX is for candidates with work experinece of minimum 10 years. PGP MFAB requires zero work experinec (preferred work experience of 2 years). Neither one asks for a GMAT or GRE score.
Admission Dates 2027
| Round | PGP MAX Deadline | PGP MFAB Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | August 30, 2026 | November 29, 2026 |
| Round 2 | December 6, 2026 | March 28, 2027 |
| Round 3 | March 14, 2027 | Not applicable |
Eligibility Criteria
| Programme | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| PGP MAX | Bachelor's degree and 10 years of work. At least 3 years must be in a management role. | No entrance test. Essays and interview only. |
| PGP MFAB | Bachelor's degree and active membership of a family business. No work experience needed. |
Format and fee notes for these two ISB Mohali routes:
- PGP MAX runs one intensive week every four to six weeks.
- It also includes an international immersion.
- PGP MAX costs INR 50,98,140 including GST.
- PGP MFAB costs INR 52,98,000 including GST.
- Both carry a refundable security deposit of INR 20,000.
- PGP MAX is awarded as a certificate, not a formal degree.
- MFAB accepts candidates with zero work experience, though two years is preferred.
Selection Criteria 2027
- PGP MAX follows the same six-stage process as the flagship PGP.
- ISB first verifies your application within 20 days.
- Shortlisted candidates then attend a 30-minute interview.
- That interview includes on-spot written essays.
- PGP MAX needs 2 professional recommendations and three essays.
- MFAB runs an application review followed by an interview.
Key insight: PGP MAX asks for 3 years specifically in a management role. General work years do not cover that part. MFAB has no experience bar but needs proof of family business involvement.
How to Apply for ISB Mohali PGP MAX and PGP MFAB?
- Check that you meet the experience bar for your chosen route.
- Apply online through the ISB application portal.
- Write the essays asked in the application form.
- Add two professional recommenders for PGP MAX.
- Attend the interview when you are called.
ISB Mohali Advanced Management Programmes Admission 2027
Mohali hosts all five Advanced Management Programmes. These are part-time routes built around short campus residencies.
| Programme | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| AMPBA (15 Months) | Degree in Engineering, Technology, Statistics, Mathematics or Science. Minimum 2 years of work. | ISB online test, then interview |
| AMPH (12 Months) | Undergraduate degree, or a diploma in Medicine, Pharmacy or Nursing. Minimum 3 years of work. | Two essays, then a virtual interview |
| AMPI (12 Months) | Undergraduate degree in any discipline. More than 5 years of work is preferred. | Profile and work experience review |
| AMPOS (12 Months) | Undergraduate degree in any discipline. More than 5 years of work is preferred. | |
| AMPPP (12 Months) | Undergraduate degree and more than 5 years of work in policy or government. | Application review, then interview |
Note: An applicant can request for exemption of ISB Online test (if applicable) by submitting valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/NMAT scores along with the application
Important highlights:
- AMPOS holds 3 of its 4 residencies at the Mohali campus.
- Only one AMPOS residency runs at Hyderabad.
- AMPI closes on August 23, 2026 and AMPOS on August 30, 2026.
- AMPI costs INR 9,60,750 in tuition plus a INR 1,05,000 admission fee.
- AMPOS costs INR 10,26,900 in tuition plus a INR 1,12,350 admission fee.
- AMPPP costs INR 12,62,400 in tuition plus a INR 1,38,600 admission fee.
- AMPH costs INR 12,03,000 in tuition plus a INR 1,32,000 admission fee.
- All these figures are exclusive of GST.
- AMPI, AMPOS and AMPBA each charge INR 2,000 as an application fee.
- AMPBA candidates may skip the ISB test with a valid exam score.
- GMAT, GRE, CAT and NMAT are accepted for that waiver.
- AMPH and AMPPP cycles have closed. New dates are not yet published (Tentative).
Note: Government-sponsored AMPPP candidates apply through a separate route. That route runs on a Department of Personnel and Training notification. Do not use the regular ISB form if sponsored.
ISB PGP vs IIM Ahmedabad PGPX vs IIM Bangalore EPGP
These are India's three best-known one-year MBA routes. All three want a GMAT or GRE score. But the bars differ sharply.
| Particulars | ISB PGP | IIM Ahmedabad PGPX | IIM Bangalore EPGP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Work Experience | 24 months | 4 years | 5 years |
| Minimum Age | None published | 25 years | None published |
| Graduation Marks Needed | No minimum | No minimum published | 50%, 45% for SC, ST and PwD |
| Selection Stages | Essays, interview with on-spot essays | Essays, faculty panel interview | Written Ability Test and interview |
| Campus Options | Mohali or Hyderabad, allotted | Ahmedabad only | Bangalore only |
| Class Size | Around 820 | 160 | 75 |
| Round 1 Deadline | September 20, 2026 | September 2, 2026 | August 17, 2026 |
All three programmes are designed for experienced professionals, but the ideal choice depends on where you are in your career and what you want to do next.
Choose ISB PGP if you want career flexibility. It is particularly suitable for professionals with 2+ years of experience looking to switch industries, functions or accelerate their careers.
- Best for career pivots and faster career acceleration
- Suitable for relatively early-career professionals
- Strong fit for consulting, product, technology, finance and strategy transitions
Choose IIMA PGPX if you want to move towards broader management and leadership. The programme is designed for experienced professionals seeking exposure to general management and top-management responsibilities.
- Best for general management and leadership
- Suitable for professionals with substantial work experience
- Good fit if you want to move beyond a functional role
Choose IIMB EPGP if you already have significant experience and are targeting senior management. IIMB requires 5+ years of work experience and positions the programme around building on existing professional expertise.
- Best for senior-management aspirations
- Strong fit for professionals with 5+ years of experience
- Suitable if you want to leverage your existing domain expertise while moving into leadership.
ISB Mohali Scholarship 2027
Scholarships are awarded centrally and apply at either campus. Most waivers need no separate application.
- The ISB Merit Waiver covers 25% to 100% of tuition.
- Need-cum-Merit Tier 1 covers 100% for family income up to INR 8,00,000.
- Tier 2 covers 75% for income of INR 8,00,000 to INR 20,00,000.
- The Taparia Family Scholarship gives 5 full awards of INR 25,62,000 each.
- The Prof. Manasa Mandava Memorial covers 50% for women applicants.
- Around 25% of PGP students receive some form of aid each year.
- No Punjab or state-specific scholarship exists at ISB.
ISB Mohali Admission FAQs
Ques. Can I apply directly to ISB Mohali?
Ans. No. ISB runs one unified application for both campuses. You are considered for Mohali and Hyderabad together. ISB does not publish how it allocates admitted students.
Ques. Is ISB Mohali the same as ISB Hyderabad?
Ans. For the flagship PGP, yes. ISB states the programme is delivered identically at both campuses. The fee, the selection process and the qualification are the same.
Ques. Which ISB programmes are not available at Mohali?
Ans. PGP YL runs only at the Hyderabad campus. PGP PRO runs at Hyderabad and Delhi. Everything else runs at Mohali, including PGP and all five AMPs.
Ques. Are ISB Mohali fees lower than Hyderabad?
Ans. No. ISB publishes a single fee figure that does not change by campus. The PGP total is INR 40,46,520 with shared accommodation. Studio accommodation raises it to INR 44,45,000.
Ques. What GMAT score is needed for ISB Mohali admission 2027?
Ans. ISB sets no minimum GMAT or GRE score. For reference, the Class of 2024 averaged 717 on the GMAT. Your essays, work experience and interview carry real weight alongside the score.
Ques. Is work experience compulsory for the PGP at ISB Mohali?
Ans. Yes. You need 24 months of full-time work as of March 31. Part-time work is not counted. Candidates below that bar can only try PGP YL at Hyderabad.
Ques. Is there a Punjab quota or state scholarship at ISB Mohali?
Ans. No. ISB has no domicile quota for Punjab or any other state. It also publishes no state-specific scholarship. All waivers are merit-based, need-based or diversity-based.
Ques. Which Advanced Management Programmes run at ISB Mohali?
Ans. All four advanced management programs are offered at Mohali except AMPOS. These are AMPBA, AMPH, AMPI, AMPOS and AMPPP. AMPOS is the most Mohali-weighted, holding three of its four residencies there.
Ques. What is the application fee for ISB Mohali admission 2027?
Ans. The PGP application fee is INR 5,000 in Round 1. It rises to INR 7,500 in Rounds 2 and 3. Re-applicants pay INR 2,500. AMPI, AMPOS and AMPBA each charge INR 2,000.
Ques. Does ISB Mohali have a management quota or direct admission?
Ans. No. ISB admits only through its own application and interview process. There is no management quota and no donation route. Around 25% of students do receive scholarships or fee waivers.
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