Admissions Manager – College Advisory Program

Toprankers; Bhopal; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to shape student futures at scale

High ownership role with growth potential

Collaborative and fast-growing work environment

Competitive compensation with performance incentives

Job summary

An innovative edtech firm based in Bhopal is seeking a detail-oriented Admissions Manager to lead the comprehensive admissions process for its College Advisory Program. The role entails overseeing student applications, ensuring compliance with university requirements, and mentoring a team. Candidates should have 4–7 years of experience in admissions, preferably in the study abroad domain. This position offers a competitive compensation package with performance incentives and the opportunity to significantly impact student outcomes.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in admissions, application processing, or college counseling.
• Study abroad experience is highly preferred.
• Proven track record of managing successful student applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end application lifecycle for students.
• Guide students on preparation of SOPs, LORs, and resumes.
• Act as the primary point of contact for students and parents.
• Lead and mentor a team of admissions counselors.
• Liaise with universities and external partners.
• Identify bottlenecks and improve application workflows.

Skills

Strong understanding of global and/or Indian university admission processes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail and organizational ability

Team management and leadership capability

Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

Job description

About Toprankers

Toprankers is a leading edtech company focused on empowering students to achieve their academic and career goals through comprehensive preparation in law, judiciary, design & management verticals along with advisory programs. Our College Advisory vertical supports students in securing admissions to top colleges in India and abroad through personalized guidance and application support.

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly driven and detail-oriented Admissions Manager to lead the end-to-end admissions and application process for students enrolled in our College Advisory Program. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in application processing, documentation, and university admissions—preferably in the study abroad domain—along with strong stakeholder management and team handling capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Application & Admissions Management
  Oversee the end-to-end application lifecycle for students (India & abroad). Ensure timely and accurate submission of applications across universities. Track deadlines, requirements, and status updates for multiple student applications. Maintain high success rates in offer conversions.
• Documentation & Compliance
  Guide students on preparation of SOPs, LORs, resumes, and essays. Review and validate all application documents before submission. Ensure compliance with university-specific requirements and processes. Maintain documentation accuracy and audit readiness.
• Student & Parent Engagement
  Act as the primary point of contact for students and parents during the admissions journey. Conduct regular check-ins to ensure progress and satisfaction. Handle escalations and provide timely resolution.
• Team Management
  Lead and mentor a team of admissions counsellors / application processors. Set KPIs and monitor team performance. Conduct training sessions to improve application quality and efficiency.
• University & Partner Coordination
  Liaise with universities, admission offices, and external partners. Stay updated on admission criteria, trends, and policy changes. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Process Optimization
  Identify bottlenecks and improve application workflows. Implement SOPs for standardization and scalability. Leverage CRM/tools for tracking and reporting.

Experience

Key Requirements

• 4–7 Years of experience in Admissions / Application Processing / College Counseling
• Study Abroad (highly preferred)
• Proven track record of managing successful student applications

Skills

• Strong understanding of global and/or Indian university admission processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and organizational ability
• Team management and leadership capability
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape student futures at scale
• High ownership role with growth potential
• Collaborative and fast-growing work environment
• Competitive compensation with performance incentives