Indian School of Business
Hyderabad, India - Founded 2001
The Indian School of Business (ISB) has campuses in Hyderabad and Mohali. Its Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) is a 12-month, full-time residential programme that requires at least 24 months of full-time work experience. The PGP Class of 2027 enrolled 839 students; 46% are women, the average age is 26 and the average work experience is 4.10 years. The class has an average GMAT Focus score of 672 (median 675) and an average classic GMAT score of 720. The PGP Class of 2026 received 1,117 job offers, with an average salary of INR 37.29 lakh per annum. The programme fee for the Class of 2028 (academic year 2027-28) is INR 34,48,000 plus GST, including shared accommodation. ISB is 12th (tied) in the FT Global MBA 2026 ranking.
Class size
839
Avg GMAT
672
Class profile
Applications
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Avg GPA
-
GMAT range
575-795
Intl students
-
Women
46%
Avg work exp
4.1 yrs
Avg age
26
GRE accepted
Yes
Pre-MBA industries
Employment
Median base salary
-
Signing bonus
-
Placement (3 mo)
-
Offers at grad
-
Changed industry
67%
Changed function
69%
Top employers
Programs
| Type | Program | Duration | Format | Tuition | Class size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time MBA | PGP (Post Graduate Programme in Management) | 12 months | Full-time, residential (Hyderabad and Mohali) | INR 34,48,000 + GST (academic year 2027-28, includes shared accommodation) | 839 |
| Part-time MBA | PGP Pro | 18 months | Modular (Hyderabad, Delhi) | INR 33,69,559 + GST (academic year 2027-28) | - |
| Executive MBA | PGP Max | 15 months | Modular, 12 on-campus weeks (Hyderabad, Mohali) | INR 43,03,508 + GST (academic year 2027-28) | - |
| Specialized master | PGP MFAB (Management Programme for Family Business) | 15 months | Modular (Hyderabad, Mohali) | INR 44,72,881 + GST (academic year 2027-28) | - |
| Early-career | PGP YL (Young Leaders) | 20 months, after 0 to 2 years of work | Full-time, residential (Hyderabad) | INR 25,60,000 + GST (academic years 2027-29) | 132 |
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Admissions
| Round | Deadline | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 (PGP Class of 2028) | September 20, 2026 | End-December 2026 |
| Round 2 (PGP Class of 2028) | December 06, 2026 | Mid-February 2027 |
| Round 3 (PGP Class of 2028) | January 17, 2027 | Mid-March 2027 |
Application fee
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Tuition
INR 34,48,000 + GST (academic year 2027-28, shared accommodation, single instalment)
Total cost
INR 34,48,000 + GST, plus a refundable security deposit of INR 20,000
Interview
Shortlisted applicants choose a Zoom interview or an in-person interview in a tier-1 city. Interviews last about 30 minutes with a panel of ISB faculty, alumni and senior staff, and include two on-spot essays. Notice is 3 to 7 days.
English test
Required
Deferral
Approved only in extenuating situations, case by case. An additional interest-free deposit of INR 2,50,000 is due within 10 days, and a deferral cannot be extended a second year.
FAQ
What GMAT score do I need for ISB?
ISB has no minimum score. For the PGP Class of 2027, the GMAT Focus average is 672 (median 675, range 575-795) and the classic GMAT average is 720 (median 723, range 640-780). The GRE average is 325.
What is the ISB PGP class size?
The PGP Class of 2027 enrolled 839 students across the Hyderabad and Mohali campuses.
What are the ISB PGP application deadlines?
For the PGP Class of 2028: Round 1 closed September 20, 2026 (decision end-December 2026); Round 2 closes December 06, 2026 (decision mid-February 2027); Round 3 closes January 17, 2027 (decision mid-March 2027).
What is the ISB PGP fee?
The programme fee for academic year 2027-28 is INR 34,48,000 plus GST for shared accommodation and single-instalment payment, plus a refundable security deposit of INR 20,000. It covers admission, commitment and tuition fees.
Sources
- 1Indian School of Business, Class profile
- 2Indian School of Business, Admissions
- 3Indian School of Business, Employment report (checked October 15, 2026)