Workex points during composite scoring: 6-12 months adds 1-2 points, 12-18 months adds 2-3 points, 18-24 months adds 3-4 points, 24+ months adds 4-5 points. Full 5-point workex bonus requires minimum 2 years at branded firms. PwC, Deloitte, EY, KPMG all count as Big 4; other consulting firms (Kearney, Oliver Wyman, Capgemini, TCS strategy) count based on role type.
Technology consulting counts as workex for MBA applications; pure IT implementation role may count less. For IIM Udaipur targeting, Big 4 workex is solid and doesn't need compensation with other spikes. For IIM ABC targeting, Big 4 workex alone isn't enough; combine with 9/9/8 academics, 99+ CAT, and case comp wins.
Don't undersell Big 4 experience; frame it as strategic project delivery, client management, and cross-functional collaboration. Check your eligibility at collvera.