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I work in venture capital and heard about Rajdeep through my colleagues at my firm. Apart from the whole application process help, his expertise and meticulous approach to what needed to be done alleviated the mental load, a significant relief considering the demanding nature of my job. The breadth of experience Rajdeep brings to the table is remarkable. He knew everything in and out and there is a level of trust you develop once you start working with him. He keeps a check on what needs to be done and when. In terms of interview preparation, Rajdeep went above and beyond. From conducting mocks to providing constructive feedback, he guided me on areas that needed improvement. His tailored approach ensured I was well-prepared for the unique challenges posed by each school. I got admits to HBS and Wharton with a significant scholarship.

Having completed my MBA in India and gained valuable work experience, I reached a point where I wanted to reconsider and redefine my MBA aspirations. Unsure about how to navigate this journey, I looked at Rajdeep’s past track record and was impressed by his success stories. It was then that I decided to seek guidance from Rajdeep. Rajdeep’s individual sessions were not just informative but instrumental in shaping my profile to be appealing to international schools. The emphasis on crafting a compelling resume and essays was particularly impactful, it helped me weave together my personal and professional journeys into a narrative that truly represented me, especially considering my unique circumstance as an individual with a disability. His guidance not only helped me distribute my stories effectively but also provided invaluable resources to maximize my chances of success. Thanks to his invaluable direction, I am now finishing my first term at Columbia Business School with a 80k scholarship. His support extended beyond the admission process; even after I joined college and encountered initial challenges, he continued to guide me by offering valuable advice and connecting me with other students at Columbia. I would highly recommend Rajdeep to anyone going through this journey.

As a reapplicant, I recognized that this attempt was likely my final opportunity to realize my MBA aspirations. Fortunately, I was introduced to Rajdeep, whose remarkable track record persuaded me to engage a counselor for this crucial application cycle. Rajdeep was able to bring a very different angle to my application to make it different from the previous submissions leveraging the international experience I had in the past. He suggested that I take some unconventional risks in my application in areas like recommender choice which ended up paying off. These were suggestions that others had even disagreed with as too risky, yet I trusted him, to great results. Rajdeep’s resume inputs were very valuable as he helped me focus on the impact of the outcomes while leaving out more irrelevant parts. A non-traditional thinker, he demonstrated a genuine investment in my success, going beyond standard package inclusions by offering additional mock interviews for Harvard, where I’d struggled in the past. His innovative approach sets him apart from other consultants, and I credit him for the transformation of my application. He told me what I needed to hear, not always what I wanted to hear – and this sets him apart from other counselors who are often too cautious to directly say what needs to be said. I am an American who was based out of Europe and his availability, care and support through the process was remarkable – timezone was no issue at all. Rajdeep’s respected reputation in the industry, evidenced by his impressive results, reflects the high regard he commands both within and outside the organization. It’s truly been amazing to see so many of my future HBS peers also have recieved support from his team. In my small circle of peers, every single person who worked with him got into their #1 school choice, and I’m glad to be one of those people. I am appreciative for his instrumental role in securing the admissions I had aimed for and making my dreams a reality.

As an engineer, I lacked the knowledge to kickstart my MBA application process. Engaging with Rajdeep became the catalyst I needed to navigate through the application journey successfully, resulting in admissions to Harvard, Wharton and Kellogg with a significant scholarship offer.

Initially my application essays lacked structure, Rajdeep’s guidance proved to be immensely valuable. As an M7 alumnus and admissions expert, Rajdeep provided insights into the frameworks and structures essential for crisp and effective essays. His knowledge of the schools, classes, programs, and preferences of admissions committees was quintessential for my journey to be successful. Throughout the process, his suggestions and motivation were key drivers.

With a thorough understanding of the B-school application system, Rajdeep brought an objective perspective to my applications, essays, and resume. He was willing to iterate till he felt satisfied about the quality of the final output. The Harvard interview preparation was intense but highly beneficial. Additionally, Rajdeep specifically prepared me for different interviewers. The Wharton group discussion mocks also made me more comfortable with the format.

Rajdeep was available on Whatsapp throughout the process. I attribute my success not only to Rajdeep’s intensive work but also to his expertise, guidance, and the invaluable network he provided.

Earlier this year, when I decided to apply to business school, I faced a decision just like everyone else: choosing the right consultant. Knowing the significance of this choice, I reached out to friends in business schools and professionals from my dream schools on LinkedIn for recommendations. Almost unanimously, Rajdeep was touted as the best. It seemed like a no-brainer, so I contacted him.

In the ensuing weeks, it became abundantly clear why Rajdeep is held in such high regard. For each school application, he broke down the essays into manageable, implementable frameworks, backed with practical examples. This approach demystified the whole application process. For each essay he pushed to be more nuanced, expressive or researched, creating a delta.

Additionally, the mock Team-Based Discussions (TBDs) organized were invaluable, with both individual and group level feedback, and helped simulate the real interview environment.

I gained admission to Wharton and given the track record of M7 results and scholarships I would highly recommend Rajdeep.

I had a great experience working with Rajdeep. Hailing from a crowded pool of applicants (male healthcare) for my target schools, I was worried about differentiating myself from others. Rajdeep helped me focus on bringing out my best stories and making them shine. Few highlights I would call out include:

The kick-off sessions for every section – resume, goals, each school’s essays, interviews provided invaluable frameworks for addressing each element. After each session, I felt like I understood what a good essay / resume would look like and common pitfalls to avoid. Alongside, I think the focus on thinking about my work and experiences with a big-picture, strategic lens, was critical to maximizing the impact of my storytelling and avoiding getting too caught up in technical jargon

The entire journey was super-structured, with a gradual ramp-up from pivoting my resume to be impact-focused, identifying goals and then bringing everything together through the essays. It helped me slowly imbibe the mental shift that was needed, and I could feel my thinking become more strategic and impact focused as opposed to operational. Even the order in which Rajdeep and I worked on the essays was from least to most complex, helping me gradually learn how to write MBA essays.

Brainstorming sessions with Rajdeep were deep and comprehensive. He dedicated hours to every essay before I even started writing, and we pored through every possible combination of stories and themes, discussing not just which ones were individually strongest, but also how they represented me holistically. For each essay, there were several pivotal details I would have never thought about writing about, if Rajdeep hadn’t probed. Also, for someone like me who’s prone to second-guessing myself, the initial brainstorming helped bring clarity to what I wanted to write

The mock interviews I did were an accurate simulation of each school’s interview experience. I especially appreciated how Admissions Gateway went above and beyond to simulate not just the standard interviews, but also HBS-style interviews and Wharton’s team-based discussions. Rajdeep provided great personalized feedback covering both content and delivery throughout.

Rajdeep was super dedicated to helping me throughout the journey and was always available. I never felt lost through the process, and he pushed me to stay on timelines. Once or twice, I sent my essays to him within 1-2 days of the deadline, and he would magically turn it around on time.

I received guidance from Rajdeep above and beyond throughout the journey, including in prepping my recommenders, editing waitlist updates, deciding between schools, etc.

Before starting to work on my application, I reached out to 4 consultants. On expressing my preference of schools and future goals, everyone came in with an alternative vision except Admission Gateway. Rajdeep respected my school choices no matter how outlandish it sounded initially.

I first came across Rajdeep’s success stories and unique process through Poets and Quants, but experiencing it first hand was totally different. Rajdeep has a very streamlined approach. The interactions regarding Goals and Resume were structured and broken down to provide utmost clarity. Coming from a technical background, I was habituated to use technical jargons, but after my sessions with Rajdeep I understood how to depict the strategic impact of my work rather than focus on the technical aspects.

Besides an organized process, most of the discussions regarding the goals and colleges were backed by personal anecdotes of alumni or current students, which helped me to formulate my profile. With each session I was able to make incremental improvements to my profile and bring out the narrative. There was a lot of focus on understanding the skills needed for my goal and also on what I could contribute to Wharton.

During the interview preparation, the suggestions on framing and communication, and mock team discussions helped me bring out my strengths and also improved my confidence. Rajdeep’s approach and support helped me get offers from Wharton and Stern, a dream come true for me.

I had a really good experience working with Rajdeep. The structured approach to the steps of ideating on goals, resume, essays step-by-step was helpful in a process that can get overwhelming.

Rajdeep’s approach of breaking down every aspect of the application process into easy steps helped us to gradually build up on pieces of the application. Discussions explaining how to outline our goals and think about life stories for the essays were useful starting points.

His efforts in taking out additional time to review ‘final’ versions of my essays and suggest further minute changes were very helpful. We spent a lot of time discussing stories from my life in the initial days, which he referenced aptly later while guiding me to replace certain sections of my essays with more compelling story snippets. Rajdeep’s patience in brainstorming how my stories could weave into each other better, and his efforts in proactively working on multiple iterations till he was satisfied with the quality of my essays was appreciated.

During interviews, I was underconfident since I had not made it through the M7 b-school interview I had given during my earlier application attempt (while applying as an undergraduate). Rajdeep’s interview questionnaire guides helped me prepare thoroughly, especially for the Harvard interview – I was interviewed by a new member of the admissions team and her style of interviewing was quite alien to me, however the robust prep that I had carried out with Rajdeep’s help turned out to be useful. He also conducted mock interviews for all the schools I applied to, during which the feedback I obtained, and the assurance of his confidence in my abilities played a huge part in motivating me to be my best version on D-day.

Rajdeep was also available on text and would be ready to schedule calls quite flexibly. Despite having a major personal event during the time when Harvard interviews were being scheduled, he spared time to conduct two mock interviews which were helpful in identifying points that I could speak up about in more detail. Overall, he was very approachable, and I felt our working styles matched, leading to good results. I would highly recommend working with Rajdeep to navigate a complex and competitive MBA application process!

My friends at Harvard spoke very highly about Rajdeep’s personalized and direct approach. During my first call with Rajdeep, what stood out were his optimism, practical approach, straightforwardness, and utmost investment in my application process.

Rajdeep’s structured and efficient approach, direct feedback, and resources helped me craft my resume and essays with fewer revisions. During our brainstorming sessions, he helped me string together different aspects of my personal and professional journey into impactful storylines, which were later used as building blocks for the essays of each school.

He often steered me in the right direction. For instance, for long term goals, I was focusing on establishing a social-impact firm, but Rajdeep rightly convinced me of having a more practical goal of establishing a social pillar within a CPG company, which was also more linked to my background.

His unique approach to Wharton and Booth, helped me develop an in-depth understanding of both the programs and our essay for Wharton would now serve as my guiding map at the school.

What stood out the most, while working with Rajdeep was that he never left my side, even when I wavered from my path while going through a tough phase and missed the R1 deadlines. He constantly motivated me and kept me on track to meet the R2 deadlines. I definitely owe my results to him and would surely not even have applied, if it weren’t for him.

I reached out to Admissions Gateway through a friend who had gained admission to Kellogg with Rajdeep’s guidance. I talked with 3-4 other consultants and after talking with Rajdeep and sharing my profile I got the confidence which I didn’t get from others. And I am glad I made the right decision.

What impressed me most about Rajdeep’s style of coaching is that he tackles each problem/question differently. Every part of the application is important and that’s what Rajdeep and his team imparted to me. I got to know more about myself, approaching essays and thinking strategically. The insights provided were helpful and his encouragement helped bring out the best in me.

I have been offered admission at Ross with Full Dean Scholarship offers of $150K. I have also been in the waitlist at Kellogg.

Admissions Gateway (AG) team and Rajdeep transformed not just my MBA application process, but my perspective on achieving my dreams. As a young entrepreneur dealing with the challenges of a growing business, finding someone who could understand and guide my unique journey was crucial. AG and Rajdeep were the ideal partners, providing unparalleled expertise, commitment, and a deep understanding of my goals. Rajdeep’s dedication to comprehending my strengths, aspirations, and even my weaknesses led to a strategy that perfectly matched my ambitions. His valuable feedback on my essays, resume, and interview preparation was instrumental. His insights helped me create a powerful application that highlighted my unique qualities and potential, allowing me to confidently navigate the complexities of the MBA application process. Rajdeep’s webinars and examples were not just informative but empowering, encouraging me to confidently present my achievements. This guidance was key in simplifying the application process for me. AG stood out distinctly from other consultancies. They didn’t just see me as another application but recognized and fostered my individuality, investing genuinely in my success.

I had a difficult experience applying to schools all by myself and with the help of another consultant last year, where I was dinged by each of the seven schools I had applied to.

I reached out to Admissions Gateway on the recommendation of a friend who had gained admission to Kellogg working with Rajdeep.
At the time, I was talking to a few other consultants, Rajdeep stood with his structured methodology and clarity he portrayed while interacting.

The discussions were a game changer and taught me not just how to build my essays and resume, but gave me a new perspective, a new way to think. This helped build a comprehensive application, and opened my eyes to thinking about the big picture.

The result of this engagement is an admission offer at Haas with a $70K scholarship. Alongside other offers (and hopefully more on the way!). Engaging with Rajdeep and Admissions Gateway was one of the best decisions I made in recent times.

I am based in the UK and chose to work with Admissions Gateway after talking to many admissions consultants. The reason is that the initial discussion with Rajdeep was detailed and gave me an idea of how the whole process would play out.

For the next few months there were a series of interactions that set me up in the right perspective to start working on my resume, goals and essays. Rajdeep provided clear and actionable frameworks, backed with demonstrative examples. As I navigated the complexities of the application process, he played a pivotal role in shaping my thinking and overall strategy. I have a lot of experience, which I was able to present properly and mine for examples. Presenting a coherent narrative that resonated with the admissions committees helped me gain admission to Cambridge Judge and Oxford Said.

It was a big decision for me to undertake and MBA at my age , and with the support and guidance I got it has worked out.

I reached out to Admissions Gateway through their website after reading about them on Poets and Quant. At the initial profile evaluation call, Rajdeep gave me a very clear picture of the strengths and weaknesses in my profile including what I needed to focus on in my applications and gaps that I need to be cognisant of.

Rajdeep’s style of coaching is very pragmatic. One example that stands out clearly is the Resume and Goals discussions where Rajdeep clearly breaks down the manner in which goals should be envisaged and provides clarity on structuring resumes in order to build a cohesive narrative. This proves to be particularly helpful as a starting point in your application process. Similarly, the interview frameworks and prep sessions were also helpful to understand how to approach interviews. Each discussion helped me strategically improve on my essays, applications and interview answers, allowing me to put forward a competent application.

I have been offered admission at Oxford Said, which was 1 of my 3 target schools, and am awaiting a decision on scholarship. I have nothing but gratitude for the invaluable guidance through this challenging phase.

I began my MBA application journey with Rajdeep and Admissions Gateway in July, after hearing about him through Poets&Quants.

Rajdeep, resume advice was exceptional. He helped me look at my technology analyst role strategically and quantify the outcomes of my work. This put me in a better position to think through my professional experiences.

His approach was thorough, focusing on every part of my application – from my resume to goals to essays and interview preparation. I learnt how to identify the skills I needed for my goals and then do the research to show how the school can help me. Similarly, I learned to rely on my past experiences and extrapolate them to contributions I can make to the school’s community.

Interview frameworks were invaluable, the focus on specific questions and structured approach built my confidence and helped me present key experiences.

The guidance helped me secure a full-ride of $150,000 at UNC Kenan-Flagler. This was beyond my expectations and is a testament to the excellent support I received.

I chose to collaborate with Admissions Gateway primarily because of the strong recommendations I received from numerous acquaintances who had previously worked with Rajdeep. Their consistently positive feedback and genuine gratitude towards Rajdeep for facilitating their admissions to their dream schools spoke volumes about his expertise.

Throughout the Wharton, Harvard, and Booth application process, I extensively interacted with Rajdeep. Attending his informative webinars provided me with a comprehensive understanding of each college’s distinct background. These sessions served as a foundational guide, outlining my approach for each application.

My journey was not without its challenges, but Rajdeep was an unwavering pillar of support beyond the counseling aspect. During moments of uncertainty and discouragement, Rajdeep played a pivotal role, offering comfort and encouragement.

In essence, Rajdeep’s guidance was instrumental in my application journey. His unyielding belief in my capabilities and his strategic insights were a true game-changer. I am sincerely grateful for his steadfast support and am confident that his dedication continues to positively impact aspiring applicants.

I discovered Admissions Gateway through a colleague who had successfully gained admission to Wharton with Rajdeep’s guidance. What impressed me most was Rajdeep’s holistic approach. Unlike other consultants, he delved into not just my candidacy but also my personal interests and hobbies during our initial conversation.

Rajdeep’s candid feedback was eye-opening. He pushed me to aim higher, suggesting top-tier schools like Kellogg, which I hadn’t considered. His deep understanding of my non-conventional social impact background and genuine encouragement instilled the confidence I needed.

Throughout the process, Rajdeep’s commitment was 100%. His regular sessions were not just informative but also encouraged open discussions and learning. Rajdeep was always accessible. He maintained impeccable quality standards, offering constructive feedback and logical solutions.

The interview preparation, including mock interviews, proved invaluable in my admissions journey. Rajdeep’s guidance extended beyond the application phase. Thanks to Rajdeep and his team, I was able to aim higher and achieve an admit in my dream school.

I definitely recommend AG to anyone who is serious about their MBA goals.

I first learned about Admissions Gateway through P&Q followed by first hand experience from a close friend. Being a reapplicant, I was particular about applying to top business schools. Rajdeep invested a substantial amount of thought into guiding me on my resume and essays, constantly pushing to refine this crucial aspect of the application. His constructive feedback served as a valuable reality check, making me fully aware of just how competitive MBA admissions truly are. Rajdeep approached the application process holistically, viewing the resume as the cornerstone from which everything else, including interview responses, recommendation letters, essays, school choices, and personal interests evolved. Rajdeep emphasized the importance of a well-structured application.The AG webinar series proved to be incredibly valuable, offering candid insights and aiding me in overcoming writer’s block. Rajdeep’s patience and dedication during interview preparation was commendable. Thanks to AG’s support, I secured admissions to Darden, Tuck (with a generous $30k scholarship), LBS, and INSEAD. The results achieved by Admissions Gateway truly speak for themselves.

When I embarked on my MBA application journey with a GMAT score of 730 and a shorter work experience compared to some of my peers, I was unsure about setting my sights on the M7 schools That’s when I connected with Admissions Gateway and Rajdeep pushed me to apply to Columbia, Kellogg and Duke. My counselor played a crucial role in alleviating all the doubts and uncertainties I had regarding the process, all without being overly demanding. He patiently assisted me in fine-tuning my essays, addressing my questions and uncertainties with care and expertise. The process wasn’t easy, and I had moments of doubt. But Rajdeep’s guidance and expertise helped me navigate the challenges. Together, we crafted an application that truly represented who I am and where I want to go.

The result? Interview invitations from all the schools I applied to. Rajdeep’s deep understanding of the admissions process and ability to decode what admissions committees are looking for made a world of difference. If you’re embarking on the MBA application journey and want a genuine partner who will stand by your side, they’re the ones to turn to. They don’t just help you apply; they help you believe in your own potential.

Admissions Gateway has helped me a lot. Without the AG team, I wouldn’t have been able to go through the MBA process. I applied to 5 schools and converted three of them – Kellogg, Fuqua and UCLA while being waitlisted at Wharton and Booth. Admissions Gateway was instrumental in every step of the application process, turning what initially seemed like a daunting journey into a smooth and successful experience.

My counselor helped refine my resume, the cornerstone of my application. This set the stage for me to effectively showcase my candidacy. He helped me strategize my school choices, explaining the importance of a tailored approach. Applying to Kellogg in round one, as advised, made all the difference.

AG provided extensive resources and feedback, ensuring I was well-prepared for any question or scenario. Mock interviews were eye-opening, keeping me on my toes and pushing me to perform at my best.

Their webinars, essay examples, and resume templates helped demystify the expectations of different business schools. Rajdeep’s insights on the subtle differences in what each school looks for were valuable for my admit.

I recommend Admissions Gateway to anyone seeking MBA success.

Admissions Gateway significantly contributed to establishing a solid groundwork for my acceptance to Ross. The AG Team guided me through the initial stages of resume building, identifying my goals and helping me devise my application strategy. They assisted me in refining my resume through iterations. My counselor, Nisha, showed genuine interest in me as an individual, rather than just another MBA aspirant and helped me to reflect the same in my essays. Despite facing personal setbacks that prevented me from completing my application for Round 1 deadlines, Nisha understood my situation and helped me restructure my resume for Round 2. My admission to Ross was a pleasant surprise since it wasn’t initially on my radar. Just five days before the application deadline, my counselor encouraged me to submit my application, a decision I am immensely grateful for. If you are contemplating pursuing an MBA, I would definitely recommend Admissions Gateway.

Rajdeep’s specific and detailed inputs during the GD and interview preparation for Wharton were truly invaluable, enabling me to showcase my strengths effectively. He meticulously tailored his feedback, addressing my weaknesses and at the same time, bolstering my confidence. Moreover, his strategic approach to tackling the waitlist proved to be the game-changer, helping me secure a spot at the school. I am immensely grateful for his support, and his wealth of experience undoubtedly played a pivotal role in my successful admission to Wharton. Thank you, Rajdeep, for making my dreams a reality!

I consulted Rajdeep to prepare for the Harvard and Stanford interview process. Rajdeep has nailed the network of people who can really help in case of Stanford. He outlined what the interview would be like quite accurately. In the case of Harvard, his tips were extremely useful, from discussing who the interviewers were and what their interview style could be. This gave me a lot of comfort to prepare accordingly. The content of the interview was superb, Rajdeep executed it brilliantly, he gives you a very structured process to approach the interview. Outside of the interview prep, he was very approachable for any queries. Overall, it was an amazing experience and I would highly recommend Admissions Gateway.

I had the privilege of working with Rajdeep while I was preparing for my Harvard and Wharton interviews and his expertise, guidance, and unwavering support made a significant impact on my preparation. Rajdeep has been an exceptional mentor and guide. His wealth of knowledge, industry insights, and unwavering belief in my potential were truly inspiring. I cannot express enough gratitude for the support and encouragement I received from him! Rajdeep also worked with my significant other and he got into Wharton as well!

If you are considering applying to MBA programs, Admissions Gateway is a great option. The expertise and personalized approach will empower you to present your best self and unlock your full potential!

I took interview and GD prep services from Rajdeep which ultimately resulted in an admission offer from Wharton. Rajdeep was very structured in his approach and provided well-thought and actionable feedback. This not only helped me to improve the quality of my answers, but also took the stress away from interview prep!

I worked with Nisha to author applications for CBS, HBS, Booth, Kellogg, and Wharton. I came with zero knowledge of the process, she took me through each and every step of the process, with impeccable excellence. She knew exactly how the stories and narration should come out, and guided me to highlight the right messages across all applications. She was always an email away for any queries. Highly recommend working with her.

Nisha is one of the most hardworking, dedicated and knowledgeable consultants out there! I’ve worked with other consultants previously, but only Nisha and Admissions Gateway was able to get me admitted to a school of my dreams! One of the best things I liked about her was how she was razor focused on helping me get the best version of my story – no matter how many iterations it took.

Nisha was instrumental in my acceptance to Wharton and Columbia. She was a constant pillar of support and guidance right from the first step to the last and there is no way I would have gotten my admits without her. She has a very high-quality standards and will ensure all her candidates meet that, no matter how much effort it takes.

She helped me curate a personalized and differentiated story to stand out amongst a competitive demographic. There is excellence and perfection from her and the AG team, including Mudit and Rajdeep on every step of the admissions journey (resume prep, interview etc.)

There were only a few schools I wanted to attend and Nisha ensured we stayed focus on those goals and targets.

I will forever be grateful to her for helping me achieve my dream!!

Strongly recommend working with Nisha!

Nisha’s guidance and support were instrumental in helping me secure admits from four top business schools- Wharton, Ross, Columbia, INSEAD including scholarships of 40k each from two of them- Ross and Wharton.

When I first reached out to her, she gave me an hour and a half of her time to delve deep into my journey, and brought out nuances that I had overlooked. She really understood my story and what made me unique, which allowed her to personalize the application process for me.

Nisha created a safe space where I felt comfortable sharing my journey and asking questions. Her sharp insights and understanding of my profile made a significant difference in my applications, and I’m grateful for her unwavering support and guidance. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking to pursue an MBA or any other academic program.

Despite my doubts, she encouraged me to apply to Wharton. Her extensive research and personalized approach helped me showcase my strengths and achievements in my application, and differentiate my approach for each college. Her experience and expertise in the field made the application process clear and concise, removing all confusion and preconceived notions about writing applications.

Admission Gateway helped me crack LBS. Mudit helped me connect the dots in my journey to craft a good story. Admission Gateway has wonderful resources like the essay workshops hosted by Rajdeep Chimni that make the whole application process seem much less ambiguous. The team helped me clarify my goals and streamline my resume. The interview workshops helped improve my confidence. I highly recommend AG.

I got to know about Admissions Gateway, and Nisha specifically, through some friends who had worked with them in the past and had gotten through their dream MBA programs in the M7s. All of them spoke highly of her and the entire team and now after having completed my process with them, I couldn’t agree more!
For me, what differentiated Nisha and AG from the other top consultants I spoke to was the confidence they showed in me and my overall profile from the get-go and the level of clarity they had about every step of the process.

I entered the process completely blank about what was to be done and Nishan guided me really well throughout. First, I started working on my resume with Nisha and Mudit. During the process, they pushed me to reflect on my whole journey and evaluate the impact of everything that I had ever worked on. They really helped me bring out a coherent theme out of very diverse experiences (in management consulting and strategy at a startup). Mudit specifically helped me present the resume in a crisp and concise manner that brought out the impact really well.

After the resume, we worked on crafting my overall MBA story and crystallizing my goals. Nisha’s guidance played a very critical role here in interweaving my pre-MBA career and my aspirational goals. Despite multiple iterations on this, she was very patient throughout and spent enough time on every doubt till we were able to arrive at the best version.

Then, we picked up the essays and the overall applications. Her guidance on how to split the schools between R1 and R2 to maximize my chances really helped me manage the timelines for all colleges and do justice to every application. Her feedback on every iteration of an essay really pushed the quality a notch higher. She constantly pushed me to go into the detail of every project to bring out the impact in the best possible way.

Across the 2 rounds, I got interview calls from 3 out of the 4 colleges that I had applied to (Columbia, Kellogg, Booth), and then Nisha further helped me prepare for these interviews. She took multiple mock interviews with me before every college interview and provided invaluable feedback on every minute detail – from my body posture to my tonality to the content of the answers.

Throughout this process, Rajdeep also helped at every step. He took detailed sessions/ webinars for every top school that set the perfect baseline for the prep and provided me with the tools/frameworks to get my first drafts ready. Also, he reached out to me after every rejection I got to motivate me for the next interview and to help me stay focused on my prep and not get bogged down.

Moreover, their help and guidance went beyond getting the admit. After I got admitted to Kellogg, Mudit & Nisha helped with connecting me with a lot of current students and alumni to help me prepare for my time there and further provided guidance on how to best utilize my time before the program begins.

All in all, I had a great experience with Nisha and the AG team. They hand-hold you at every step and provide thorough guidance on every item. I am really grateful for their help in getting me through my dream MBA program. I definitely recommend AG and Nisha to anyone who is planning to apply to their dream MBA program!

I took advice from Rajdeep for my MBA applications and found his guidance to be incredibly helpful. His advice on resume building and goal setting was the most valuable experiences I had. The resume building approach was impactful; it completely changed the way I thought about my resume and helped me to take it to the next level. Looking back, I realize that I would not have been able to achieve this on my own, and I am grateful to Rajdeep for providing such valuable insights.

Rajdeep’s advice on goal setting helped me articulate my aspirations in a detailed and meaningful way. I had a few ideas about my goals, but I wasn’t sure how to communicate them effectively. Rajdeep’s input gave me a framework for thinking about my goals in a broader but more detailed sense, which was helpful when it came time to write my essays.

Despite starting our work together close to Round 1 deadlines, Rajdeep’s guidance on school selection was instrumental in helping me narrow down my choices and create a strategic application plan. When the Round 1 results came in, Rajdeep worked with me to tailor my strategy for Round 2, which ultimately helped me to secure admits from two of my target schools, Darden and INSEAD with scholarships.

Rajdeep is an expert in his field, and his guidance and insights were instrumental in helping me to achieve my goals.

Even though I was clear about which school I wanted to go to and what my goals were, I wanted to ensure that I leave no stone unturned, so I decided to work with Rajdeep. He was very clear about what the process was, how I needed to prepare myself and how to move forward. That really clicked with me.

Rajdeep’s realistic philosophy of having dream schools, achievable schools and backup schools, drove me to make this list for myself, which really helped keep me grounded.

He guided me with how to approach every situation, how to approach the essays, my interviews and every part of the application. That really calmed me down, gave me confidence and enhanced my applications because it isn’t just one college you are applying to, it’s multiple colleges. Rajdeep was meticulous about each detail and right till the deadlines he helped me improve the language and narratives of my essays. We did about 6-8 rounds of mocks before my first interview and after that the interviews were quite easy for me and I was appreciated for my performance in them.

Due to a combination of all these factors, along with my own confidence in Rajdeep and my comfort in working with him through the process, I recommended him to my brother last year, when he was planning to apply for an MBA. They ended up working together and my brother is headed to a top program this year.

I came to Rajdeep for help with preparation after I received an interview invite from Wharton. He was super helpful. Admissions Gateway was a slam dunk choice because of their reputation, especially with helping people get into the top-5 business schools.

The starting point in my GD prep was really low as everyone in the group was all over the place but the feedback was incredibly detailed and tailored on what and how we could have improved. By the third GD prep session with Rajdeep, everyone in the group was well prepared and he gave us feedback on how we could maximize our time among a group of six people who were all well prepared, as well as making our inputs more collaborative.

All of this really helped with my actual Wharton GD because everyone was really well prepared. It went extremely well but I got put on the waitlist. Rajdeep then also gave me advice on my waitlist update, and I was finally accepted in Round 3!

I worked with Mudit Gupta and Gauri Jaswal for the class of 2025 admissions cycle and had fantastic results with them! I applied to 5 schools and ended up getting admits to Yale SOM and Kellogg in Round 2. I was late to the admissions cycle (had already missed Round 1) and wanted to work with someone who would tell me exactly what do to and leave the execution to me. After some research I quickly narrowed down to Admissions Gateway and my initial calls with Mudit and Gauri were enough to seal the deal. I have a pretty demanding job at the startup that I work at and was really happy with the rhythm I was able to build with Gauri. She was my primary point of contact and was approachable, patient, and encouraging throughout the process. She pushed me to think about my goals and got me to draft essays in a manner that I could not have done without her objectivity and constant feedback. When it came to preparing for interviews – she was able to guide me exactly on how to prepare for it while helping me bring out the best parts of my personality and prior experience.

All said, if you are looking for someone to guide you through MBA applications – Admissions Gateway is a no-brainer!

Coming from a super non-traditional background (public policy and rural entrepreneurship), I was doubtful that I’ll be able to translate my work experience into the AdCom’s preferred language. However, working with Nisha helped me tell my story, bring out my highlights, and secure admission to Kellogg. Her inputs were direct and actionable. I was impressed by the level of detail in her inputs as she literally combed through each word I wrote and suggested ways to make my story stand out through my essays. We discussed multiple anecdotes, ranging from my childhood to my career, and how I can integrate them into my essays. She ensured that only the most relevant anecdotes made the cut and weaved a cohesive story.

Also, I am super grateful to have worked with Mudit from AG for my resume. We probably went through more than 30 drafts but his patience and dedication to making sure the end product was polished ensured that I never felt rushed. Mudit’s inputs were highly valuable in making my resume one of the strongest components of my application.

Overall, I am extremely happy with my decision to work with AG and am thankful for their support in helping me get into one of my top choice schools.

I have rarely seen individuals go out of the way to help others. Mudit and Gauri are one of those people. At a time when I was completely disheartened due to multiple waitlist and rejects in my first attempt, they picked me up and helped me achieve my dream.

I was hesitant to take another consultant but my first call with Mudit stumped me. He simply looked at my resume and could identify the gaps because of which I did not get any convert. I was hooked and within hours of the first free profile evaluation call, I paid my fees.

Admissions Gateway Team are very process and quality driven. Rajdeep sir’s webinars helped me in developing a very structured approach towards building my resumes and essays. This structured approach helped me in coming up with multiple ideas/ stories for my essays whereas multiple brainstorming sessions with Gauri and Mudit helped me in identifying the right story.

Further, I felt that my consultants (Gauri and Mudit) are very passionate about what they do. They were unwilling to compromise on the quality at every step of the application process. Every part of the application went through multiple rounds. In my first attempt, I had taken a couple of days to make my resume but this time Gauri and I took nearly a month for my resume to get ready! My final resume looked so good that even I got impressed by it.

For my essays, they really pushed me hard to introspect and think. Further, during brainstorming sessions, Gauri was a patient listener and would always encouraged me and made me comfortable to share my most vulnerable stories so that she could help me paint a true picture of myself through my essays. There was no restriction on the number of iterations and she was always available on the call (even for minor doubts). Even during my interview preparation, Gauri was so concerned that she went out of her way to organise multiple practice sessions before my every college interview till she felt I was ready for the interview!
I always wonder how can anyone service their clients with so much promptness, rigor, enthusiasm because I find it difficult to constantly provide such high level of services to my clients 24/7. For anyone considering to hire a consultant, I would highly recommend Gauri and Mudit. They will make your application journey their own and will not leave any stone unturned till you achieve your dream!

Admissions Gateway provided just the kind of support my disheartened self needed after all the rejections I got in the 2021-22 application cycle. Even after spending a huge amount of money on a US-based consultancy, I couldn’t convert any school. So, I was very skeptical when I started looking for another consultancy this year. I chose Admissions Gateway because of their initial profile evaluation call with Mudit. He went through my resume, my essays from last year, and discussed my career goals. Although, at first a bit harsh to hear, his honest but constructive feedback is what led me to work with them this cycle and convert four of the five schools I applied to.

Rajdeep’s webinar on resume writing and school-specific essays gave me a structured format to craft my story. Even though my goals remained the same, I could see the difference in how I was able to express them through my essays. My consultant brainstormed with me different possible stories, reviewed my essays and resume multiple times, and pointed out very subtle things in my essays, for e.g. how a certain story although fitting to the theme from my eyes could be perceived differently by the admissions committee. I perfected my essays and got interview calls from all five schools I applied to (Wharton, Kellogg, Ross, Haas, Anderson).

Another thing that stood out was the support I got from Admissions Gateway during my interview preparation. While Rajdeep’s webinars were no doubt super helpful and informational, the mock interviews, interview debriefs, and constant help with simple queries made all the difference. Three of my five interviews were so tightly scheduled that I had to sit for all three of them within 36 hours. Naturally, I was under immense pressure, but thanks to the availability of consultants at AG I was able to pull them off and convert all those three schools.

I would highly recommend AG to any MBA applicant, especially if you’re a re-applicant because you won’t get the kind of dedication elsewhere that AG consultants put in to get the applicants get into their dream schools!

If you are applying to a top 5 MBA program, Rajdeep is the person you should turn to. He possesses an extensive understanding of the admissions process and can guide you through it seamlessly. Rajdeep helped me prepare for my HBS interview and I found his knowledge of the flow and format of the interview, what the admissions committee is seeking, and how to craft answers that are both insightful and concise to be remarkably comprehensive and clear. He outlined the approaches of different Harvard interviewers and the method to prepare for the interview. We then did a video recorded mock interview with feedback. Furthermore, I was impressed by the customized, prompt, and well-organized support he provided me. Overall, I found him approachable and always willing to help.

I researched extensively for some of the best MBA consultants to help me in my application journey, and I am so glad that I found Mudit and the greater Admissions Gateway team as I could not have asked for better mentors in this process.

I believe that there are three aspects that make AG (Admissions Gateway) a cut above the rest:

1. Being highly accessible at all times, and deeply invested in your candidacy
I know some of my friends who signed up with consultants that promised 24/7 accessibility at the time of onboarding but didn’t stick to that promise post-sign-up. This was not the case with Mudit and Admissions Gateway. Their response time was either right away, or in less than 24 hours, and they scheduled as many Zoom sessions as needed a week before deadlines while truly ‘living and breathing’ the application process with you throughout; to make the best application possible.

2. A connected team of experts who discuss your application
There isn’t just one person helping you out with your material. The culture at AG is one where a team of experts (consultants) from different backgrounds and top schools in Europe and the US, will discuss an applicant’s case to give different perspectives. This truly helps, especially if you happen to have a difference of opinion with your specific consultant, which is natural at times but can be offset with good communication and more pairs of eyes on your material.

3. Customised approach to get you into YOUR best-fit school
I was never forced to apply to ‘safer’ schools that would boost AG’s success statistics. I was encouraged to apply to my dream schools, with proper guidance on potential best fits given my own goals, aspirations, and personality. While Mudit would give me a realistic picture of what he thought my odds were at a specific school, he would also, always, encourage me to apply freely and aim high. Ultimately I got into my dream school – IESE Business School in Spain, which is ranked third globally by FT with a full Forte Fellow scholarship, thanks to Mudit and the team at AG!

During my consultant research across forums like Poets&Quants, GMATclub, etc., and by talking to others who had been through the admissions process last year, Rajdeep and Admissions Gateway came highly recommended. Finally, a referral by a friend at HBS who worked with him sealed my decision as I believed that Rajdeep would be able to help me put forth my best version.

I wasn’t very clear on the process steps and what would be required to apply. Rajdeep was extremely helpful in laying out the considerations and implications, along with helping me effectively shape my entire application.

o Approach: Super helpful in providing clarity and implications of the choice of schools to apply to, decision tailored to my profile and goals.
o Resume: Helped structure my resume to bring out blocks much more sharply, helped prioritize to maximize the effectiveness of resume content.
o Goals thinking: Helped articulate goals in line with my experiences and achievements to optimize both ambition and being grounded in reality.
o Essay assistance: Helped strategize and shape essays that maximize impact and school expectations. Also helped connect to alumni to get details & anecdotes.
o Storytelling: Very good at shaping the story to maximize impact across all content – Resume, Essays, Interviews, etc.
o Interview Prep: Helped shape talking points, sharp inputs, and feedback, and adequate provision of mocks to help prepare.
o Availability: Rajdeep was always available when I needed him – either for simple questions over text/call, or longer meetings to discuss and review application content.

Through the guidance I got from Mudit and Gauri at Admissions Gateway, I applied to Booth, Kellogg, Harvard, Stanford, and Wharton. Received an admission to Kellogg for the ’23 intake.

Coming from a healthcare background, my experiences were very technical in nature (medical device development, R&D, manufacturing, etc.). I was very concerned about my ability to convey my story in a way that would captivate the ad-com member without confusing them.

I’d researched a few consultants, but Admissions Gateway (AG) stood out to me both for their track record and a referral from an ex-colleague who secured admission to LBS.

Mudit and Gauri encouraged me to introspect about my experiences, both professional and community and helped me put together a coherent profile. What I appreciated was the relentless drive for quality – even after 16 or so iterations on my resume, they would push me to improve it further and give me clear constructive feedback for reworking it. Their drive for depth and authenticity in storytelling is a core strength of AG – schools like Kellogg and Harvard are keen to know the values that drive & define the applicants, and this was something I struggled with initially. Through AG, I was able to identify and stitch together unique elements of my background that would resonate strongly with the reader.

I would strongly recommend Mudit and the wider team at AG to anyone interested in putting together a quality application to top business schools.

I know a lot of people who worked with Rajdeep so I was confident when I approached him to help me get into my dream school, HBS.

Since I knew I was working with the best consultant, a lot of my anxiety was taken away and I was confident that every part of my application was the best I could do with my profile.

The best part of working with Rajdeep is that he knows what works for each school. This saved me a lot of energy because he helped me decide which of my stories would work for each school I was applying to. He also focused on showing how and why I went about things and not only my achievements.

Since he has worked with a lot of students in the past, there is also a large community associated with Rajdeep so if you need to reach out to students or alumni for any help, he has those resources. Because he has worked with so many people, Rajdeep will also have worked with people with a similar profile as yours and hence already has good context.

As someone from an operations background, I got caught up in talking about processes in my resume but Rajdeep guided me about how to showcase impact. For my essays too, we went through about six to seven iterations for each school. For someone like me who is not comfortable with writing long essays, Rajdeep helped a lot with the structuring and then the editing.

For the interviews, Rajdeep guided me about the different kinds of interviewer psyches to expect, which made me feel fully prepared. The Wharton GD prep was comprehensive. He also paired me up with a buddy to do mock interviews with, which really helped me in the Harvard interview. I made it to Harvard, Wharton, and Kellogg and will be attending Harvard.

I took Rajdeep’s help for 4 M7 Schools and Resume Creation. I found that Rajdeep has perfected the application strategy for all schools and his advice gave me a clear path on how to shape my essays.

After every session I perfectly knew how I had to approach my essays, what kind of stories I could write, what all attributes I wanted to display in those stories and how I should structure my essays. It gave me a lot of control of my own application and that really helped me pull out the best possible content out of my past, tailored to each school.

Rajdeep’s sessions enabled me to have very meaningful discussions and that enhanced the quality of my content a lot. Rajdeep’s Resume webinar was especially a game changer. Earlier I had prepared a Resume that was transactional, but with Rajdeep’s input, I was able to build a resume that was very strategic.

The best content can always be created by the candidate and Rajdeep will enable you to think of that content in the way you wouldn’t have imagined before. I am a re-applicant and I am going to Kellogg this year and I would attribute a lot of credit to the foundation created by Rajdeep.

Nisha and her team went above and beyond in helping me through the MBA journey. Helped me develop a nuanced way of thinking in terms of presenting content to a wider audience. The team’s insights into what schools actually look for were crucial. They also went above and beyond to manage time zones and help me with my interview prep. Highly recommend!

Nisha helped me refine my anecdotes and resume, to bring out the human aspects and subtle nuances that I would not have otherwise thought of. Her attention to detail and dedication helped me put my best foot forward, despite being a non-traditional applicant.

Admissions Gateway’s flexible and comprehensive approach has made me realize the true value of a skilled and experienced consultant. In my first attempt, I applied to five M7 colleges and even practiced for the interviews, but unfortunately, I didn’t make the cut. However, with the help of Nisha, everything changed. I have secured a seat at Kellogg and Tuck with scholarships up to $40,000 and $60,000 respectively. From my resume to my career, she helped me extract every detail and value, showcasing the best version of myself.

Her expert guidance helped me understand the mistakes I made in my previous attempt and this year, I was able to transform my resume into a story that connects everything, giving it the soul, it needed. Nisha didn’t just edit my work; she positioned herself in my shoes and structured my stories with precision, making sure that every detail was highlighted.
Throughout the process, Nisha’s constant zeal to push and motivate me was what I needed. I felt supported at each step, and her guidance was invaluable. I highly recommend her services to anyone who wants to apply for MBA programs.

The process of getting into the top schools requires a person who can understand and imagine the struggles of an applicant, just like a poet does, while also highlighting the details, a task done by a quant. Nisha possesses a rare combination of these skills, making her an efficient and effective consultant. I am fortunate to have worked with her, and her expertise helped me secure a seat at my dream school.

I stumbled on Admissions Gateway after reading about them on Poets&Quants. After the initial virtual meet and greet with Mudit, I was lucky enough to be assigned a slot with them.

Looking back on my journey, I do believe the following three aspects of working with Mudit and the team helped me to get an admit to IESE with a scholarship.

Instilling belief: When one has been lurking around MBA admissions forums on various platforms, some end up questioning their candidacy for a top school. Coming from the most competitive pool of Indian IT Male engineers, I was definitely one of them. The Admissions Gateway team instilled in me the confidence that my candidacy is enough and to focus on the strengths of my application rather than dwelling on what people talk about on forums etc

Framework-driven approach: AG follows a framework-driven approach in building one’s application, starting from cleaning up the resume to the interviews. This framework not only gave me a clear path to my north star but also laid the cornerstone for thinking from an impact-driven perspective over an implementation-driven perspective. This helped to refine my resume and my career goals, enabling me to put forward strong applications to business schools.

Ripping off the band-aid: AG team, always jovial and sympathetic, was not hesitant to call me out when it was required. This helped me to prepare my best for each of the individual meetings, bringing out the best in me. Also, frequent feedback, sometimes challenging, on my application from the wider AG team, helped me refine and put forward a strong application

Overall, I attribute a large portion of my success to Mudit and AG team. They not only helped me secure an admit with scholarship, but also helped me to reshape my outlook on the whole MBA admission process.

Nisha was the perfect partner for my MBA application journey. She knew exactly how to help, helping me position my application in the best possible manner! Couldn’t recommend her enough.

I spoke to Nisha and Admissions Gateway team as I started to think about my MBA Applications in February. The team spoke to me several times till I had all my doubts cleared. I also spoke to other top consultants but what stood out for me was Nisha and AG team pushed me for doing more M7 schools rather than safe schools. Plus, their USP was not getting me an admit but also scholarship. Thus, I decided to work with them.

Nisha and I started with doing resume first, which is considered the most important. During the process we reflected on my whole journey and picked out key pillars. Here, apart from Nisha, I also worked with Mudit from AG who helped me built the perfect resume y focusing on downstream impact for every bullet. I literally did more than 30 drafts with them and they never pushed back on anything.

After this, Nisha and I had a brainstorming session regarding essays. Here, she suggested me to apply across R1 and R2 to maximize my chances. During essays, she helped me reflect how few of the struggles in my life made me who I am and how I can best reflect those in the essays through examples. Even when I felt the essays are fine, she pushed me to make them great but outlining everything with examples and going in details.

Apart from all the major application elements, Nisha was so helpful to also review trivial doubts I had regarding application forms. For example, she reviewed with me my hobbies and other things.

Across R1&R2, I got secured interview invites from all schools I applied to and then Nisha further helped me prepare by conducting regular mocks. Here, the whole AG team actually came together to help me, different people prepared me for different schools. Rajdeep helped me prepare for Kellogg (his alma mater) and Gauri Jaswal helped me prepare for Booth. I felt so prepared for the interviews with the practice, boosting my confidence and helping me secure admits to all schools I applied: Darden, Ross (80K), LBS, Kellogg, Booth and Columbia (80K)

During this process, I was also waitlisted at one of the schools but Nisha helped me prepare update mails for the same which resulted in getting an admit in the end. She further helped to negotiate scholarship too at one of the school.

In all, she is the best consultant who will be there for you at every step and will work with you for over a year (till you get all your admits and scholarships). The best part is the access to the whole AG team of consultants who help you with their respective expertise. They might charge more than other consultants, but they know how to do their job well and get you an admit with scholarship. There is no question to look for anyone else!