University Shortlisting

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Find Your Best-Fit University. Guaranteed.

Curated by Nbyula's Research Team.


This is NOT Another "Free Shortlist"

You know the drill.

You walk into a consultancy. They glance at your profile for 30 seconds. You have a 6.5 CGPA and no GRE.

"Columbia is definitely possible."
"NYU Stern? Yeah, you have a shot."

They are not being optimistic. They are lying. Because once you believe you can get into a dream school, you will pay 1-2 Lakhs for their "End-to-End Package."

By the time you get rejected from 8 schools and scramble for backups in March, they have already cashed your check.

We do not do that.


Our Process: Obsessively Data-Driven

Before we recommend a single university, we need to actually understand who you are.

We collect 43 data points across 14 sections:

# Section What We Learn
1 Academic Background Degree, field, CGPA, university, backlogs, gaps
2 Test Scores GRE/GMAT, IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo - actual or expected
3 Target Program Degree type, specialization, specific schools on your radar
4 Work Experience Years, industry, role, progression, internships
5 Extracurriculars and Achievements Research, publications, leadership, awards, certifications
6 Country and Intake Preferences Target countries, countries to avoid, intake timeline
7 Budget and Financial Situation Total budget, loan openness, scholarship necessity, fee waiver preference
8 University Preferences Ranking preference, city vs college town, ambitious vs safe mix
9 Career Goals and Post-Study Plans Work abroad vs return, target industry/role, visa importance
10 Practical Considerations Language of instruction, housing preferences
11 Personal Circumstances Age, nationality, visa history, dependents
12 Previous Applications Past attempts, rejections, feedback received
13 Your Priorities and Hard Limits What matters MOST to you - ranked
14 Anything Else Context only you can provide

This is not a 5-minute Google Form. This is a full profile excavation.


6 Hours of Deep Research. Per Shortlist.

Once we have your 43 data points, our research team disappears for 6 hours.

Not 6 minutes. Not a quick ChatGPT prompt. Six actual hours of:

  • Cross-referencing your profile against admission requirements
  • Analyzing acceptance rates for your specific demographic
  • Calculating ROI based on tuition, living costs, and graduate salaries
  • Identifying which recruiters hire from which programs
  • Verifying deadlines from official university sources (not outdated blogs)
  • Building a strategic mix of Ambitious / Target / Safe schools

The result?


15 Universities. 21 Data Points Each. Zero Fluff.

You do not get a list of names. You get a color-coded intelligence report delivered directly to your Nbyula Study Planner.

For EACH university, we research:

# Data Point Why It Matters
1 University Name -
2 Location (City + Country) Lifestyle, job market, safety
3 Admit Rate % Your realistic chances
4 Program Name Exact degree you would pursue
5 Duration Time investment
6 Tuition Total academic cost
7 Budget Fit Low / Medium / High vs YOUR budget
8 Average Post-Grad Salary What you will actually earn
9 ROI (5-Year Amortized) The real question: Is this worth it?
10 Top Recruiters Companies that hire from this program
11 GRE/GMAT Requirement Do you meet it?
12 IELTS/TOEFL Requirement Do you meet it?
13 Work Experience Requirement Do you meet it?
14 Application Deadline Never miss it
15 Cohort/Class Size Big fish or small pond?
16 Accommodation On-campus availability
17 QS/Global Ranking Prestige factor
18 University Type Public vs Private (cost implications)
19 Scholarship Availability Can you get aid?
20 Post-Study Work Visa OPT, PSW, PR pathways
21 Special Notes Anything unique you should know

That is 315 verified data points across your shortlist.

All formatted. All color-coded. All delivered to your Nbyula Study Planner.


Visual, Color-Coded Analysis

Your shortlist is not a PDF from 2019. It is a visual report designed for decisions:

Color Meaning
Green Safe bet. Within budget. High admit chance. Good ROI.
Yellow Moderate. Competitive. Stretch budget. Worth a shot.
Red Ambitious. Reach school. Above budget. Highly selective.

See your options at a glance. Compare ROI in seconds. Make decisions with confidence.


What We Do NOT Do

  • No sales calls. Ever. We do not call you to "discuss your profile" and then pitch a 1.5L package.
  • No upselling. Your shortlist is complete. We will not gatekeep data to make you buy more.
  • No partner universities. We do not get paid by universities to push you toward them.
  • No sugarcoating. If your profile does not fit IIM Ahmedabad, we will say it. Clearly.
  • No generic lists. Every shortlist is built from scratch based on YOUR 43 data points.

What We DO

  • Tell you the truth. Even when it is uncomfortable.
  • Show you the ROI. Because a 40L degree that leads to a 8L/year job is a bad investment.
  • Optimize for YOUR priorities. Ranking? Salary? PR pathway? Lowest cost? You tell us what matters.
  • Give you the complete picture. So you can decide, not us.
  • Deliver in 2 business days. Because you have deadlines.

Our Guarantees (SLAs)

Commitment Guarantee
First Contact Within 4 business hours of purchase
Shortlist Delivery Within 2 business days of discovery completion
Revision Turnaround Within 2 business days of request
Data Accuracy Verified against official 2025-26 sources
Support Response Within 6 business hours (Mon-Sat, 10am-7pm IST)

Miss an SLA? You get a free revision on us.


Who Is This For?

  • You are applying for Masters, MBA, PhD, or Undergrad - abroad or in India
  • You are drowning in options and do not know where to start
  • You are tired of generic advice from consultants who do not know your profile
  • You want to know where you will make the most money in 5 years - not just where sounds fancy
  • You want honest answers - not false hope followed by rejection emails
  • You value your time and want 6 hours of research done for you

How It Works

Step 1: Purchase
You are instantly added to a private group chat with your research team on Nbyula.

Step 2: Discovery
We send you our 43-question intake form. Fill it out completely - this is the foundation.

Step 3: Deep Dive
Our team spends 6 hours researching, cross-referencing, and building your shortlist.

Step 4: Delivery
You receive your color-coded shortlist with 15 universities and 21 data points each, delivered directly to your Nbyula Study Planner.

Step 5: Revise (If Needed)
Not happy? Want to swap countries or adjust budget? 1 free revision within 7 days.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I track my purchased shortlisting service?

Once you purchase, you are automatically redirected to a group chat on Nbyula with the specific team members handling your service. From there:

  1. Discovery Call: The team will arrange a call to discuss your profile, understand your background, and align on your goals.
  2. Service Delivery: We begin the work based on that discussion.
  3. Tracking: You can track the progress of the service via the sidebar in the chat window.
  4. Support: For any queries, you can reach us via text or call directly inside the group chat at any time.
Can I request changes to my shortlist after receiving it?

Yes. Once we send you the shortlist, we offer 1 round of revision. If you want to swap out some universities, adjust for budget, or refine based on new preferences, we'll update the list for you.

How is the shortlist personalized to me?

We don't use generic lists. Our research team analyzes your GPA, test scores, budget, career goals, and preferences to identify universities where you have a realistic chance of admission and success. Every shortlist is built from scratch for your profile.

What if I don't have my test scores yet?

No problem. Share what you have, and we can build the shortlist based on your expected scores or target score range. You can also use your 1 revision round to adjust the list once you have your final scores.

Why do other consultants give free shortlists but you charge?

Because free shortlists come with strings attached. Other consultants use shortlisting as bait to sell you expensive packages. To hook you, they'll inflate your chances and suggest dream schools you can't realistically get into. By the time you realize, you've already paid for their full service.

We charge because you're paying for honest, realistic research. Our coaches spend real time on your profile, and we only recommend universities where you have a genuine shot. No overselling, no bait-and-switch.

Can I get an additional discount?

No discount code needed. We've already applied the maximum discount for everyone. The price you see is the best price.

Do you also help with SOPs, LORs, and Essays?

Yes! We offer separate services for SOP writing, LOR writing, and Essay writing. You can find them on our shop. Many students purchase the shortlisting service first to finalize their target universities, then purchase SOPs/Essays tailored to those specific programs.

Can I see samples of your shortlists?

Yes! We've displayed real examples of shortlists we've created for past customers on this page. You can see their profiles and the universities we recommended for them. Scroll through the image gallery at the top to check them out.

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