Hi everyone,
I’ve just submitted my application for the NGWL McKinsey Southeast Asia program and had a quick question about the process. Based on the stated deadline, I initially thought the Solve invitation would be sent immediately after submission so I could complete it by April 20 as well.
What is stated on website:
Application Requirements (Deadline: April 20, 2026):
Resume: Include education, grades, work experience, extracurricular activities, and achievements
Office Location: This is necessary so that our colleagues from those offices/ business functions can objectively review your application
Digital Assessment: Complete an online assessment (~110 minutes) that needs no preparation or prior business knowledge. Details will be provided after application submission.
Cover Letter (Optional): Max 250 words to express your motivation, leadership experience, or additional relevant information
However, I only received an acknowledgment email saying they’ll be in touch with next steps. Does this mean applications are screened first before Solve invitations are sent out? And if so, is the assessment deadline separate from the April 20 application deadline?
Would really appreciate if anyone who’s gone through the process could share their timeline. Thank you!
