The very first obstacle after you have decided to go for GMAT is where, to begin with? I am writing this so that it will help reduce the preparation time of so many students by HALF.

I had a strong grip on Quant (>48 on initial exploratory mocks) but Verbal was where I needed skill development. Thanks to my peers, Mehak, I was led in the right direction to enroll in the E-GMAT online course. Counseling by Karan Kantharia was immensely helpful which helped me identify my gaps.

The Verbal course is brilliant; it helps you build your skill step-by-step based on logic, rules, and methodologies. I assure you, you can solve any question of SC, CR, or RC with the application of the methodology in the course. For me, the verbal methodology (especially CR; which many find difficult) of the E-GMATs course is the MVP.
Sectional Ability quizzes are a must to develop the ability and before attempting the SigmaX mocks.
SIGMA-X mocks are of the highest quality ( tough as well :P) and they are the closest to the actual exam.
Thanks to Aditee Biyani (LMT program) who helped me in my final weeks of exams after I had completed the course and all my other mocks.

Lastly, the Quant section of the course is at par with Verbal; though I did not use it much as I was already ok in it.

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eGMAT truly stands out amongst all the GMAT test prep platforms. I’ve spent countless days across multiple prep platforms, including 6 months completing the full course at one. I had followed every guideline that they laid out and yet, I was unable to get close to my desired score or simply make any progress. Till then, I had been hesitant to go with eGMAT due to their video format, but I finally took an eGMAT subscription after exhausting all other options. I could immediately tell the difference, and haven’t looked elsewhere since. I realised that while the other big name companies are content with preparing you for a 700 score, eGMAT is the only one that can prepare you for 740+ and push you to get there. For example, I consistently got a Q51 across all mock tests on every other platform, yet my quant score in the actual GMAT was stuck at Q49, Q50. Funnily, eGMAT’s Sigma-X Mock was the only one where I had scored a Q49.

The folks at eGMAT really put in a lot of effort to be the best in the industry. Alongside their self-paced course, they’ve instituted a “Last Mile Program” to handhold students on strategy and other aspects of the preparation through one-on-one mentorship. I got to be a part of the program and was lucky to have Dhananjay (or DJ) personally guiding me. He made it super simple for me to go through the course and selectively work on the competencies that I needed. I started out with a tailored study plan with set milestones, making modifications along the way based on my progress and time availability. Amazingly, my ability in CR and RC started improving in a matter of days, despite not having moved at all in months. It gave me the confidence that I could really get to my higher target and I want to thank Dhananjay and eGMAT for that. I was however running a bit short on time and took the exam before I could complete the planned modules. I scored a 720 (Q51, V36), owing to not working on my Verbal timing. It fell short of my target score but did give me more clarity on my next steps. I’m continuing to work with Dhananjay to address the gaps and move towards a higher score in my next attempt.

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I purchased the course in 2019. The course is good for getting acquainted with the basics, according to my opinion. I felt that the master comprehension model is a very good and helpful part of the course. Apart from that, I needed additional tutoring from a private verbal tutor after the course. The course is good for beginners who are just starting out on GMAT. Many of my friends also bought the course and didn't report a phenomenal improvement, but that's just my observation. So I would recommend buying the course for just the fundamentals and supplementing it with additional resources.

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When I decided to give GMAT , I did not really know how to go about the entire process in order to make it a successful attempt and fortunately I stumbled across THE E-GMAT Course. Not only did it give direction to my preparation but also the mentorship and the course as a whole made this endeavour worthwhile.
The following course features helped me during my GMAT Journey :
1. The Course Structure : The course has been aptly divided into various concept files followed by the application files and practice files. This structure helps in breaking down a subtopic into manageable pieces for any test taker.

2. Solving The SC & CR Conundrum : The two sub topics most of the test takers dread are SC and CR .
E-GMAT helps in resolving these with utmost efficiency using the Meaning Based approach for SC and Pre Thinking approach for CR .

3. The LMT Program : In my opinion this was the highlight of the course and this is what makes it the most comprehensive course available.
One of the best strategists at e-Gmat , Dhananjay helped me identify and target my week areas. This hyperspecific targetting helped break the 700 barrier in no time.

4. The Scholaranium & Sigma X Mocks : This feature is the X factor , that E-gmat has. This tool is behind the pin point detection of weak areas and if there are any issues with your strategy. The 5 Sigma X mock tests, each of them having its own question pool, are more than enough to evaluate and if required to navigate one's preparation.

I started with a score of 590 and the above features of the course and the right mentorship helped me cross the 700 barrier in my first GMAT attempt.
Hope this helps!
All the best!

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I came across E-Gmat on YouTube when I was looking for a specific GMAT topic. I somehow landed on their website and it was the best thing that happened to me in the entire 2020.

I had an introduction session with one of their team members. He very politely told me that they way I was studying for my GMAT was not correct. You see, I was studying to learn, not to score. It's the worst strategy for any competitive exam. I knew absolutely everything in the course but could not translate that to a decent score.

I purchased their GMAT Online package. Their course is so well designed that it almost programs you to do well. It is self-paced and it tests you on the smallest concepts before you proceed. You learn in a way that your scores become ironclad. Say you are getting a 700 in their mock tests, there is absolutely no way you would get any lower on your final exam without a solid reason.

It works well for someone with a weak quant/verbal ability as well as someone with a strong ability.

Another brilliant aspect of their course is that it creates a dashboard for you that can tell you EXACTLY what your problem areas are. For example, it doesn't just tell you that your sentence correction is a problems. It will tell you that you are weak in a very specific type of modifier questions. It is a very scientific approach to studying. Honestly, it has changed the way I approach many other aspects of my life.

Let me try to sum up in a few points:

Pros:
1. Very structured approach to the course
2. Minutely detailed dashboard that helps you pinpoint your problem areas to a tee.
3. Very prompt team in case you need extra help or guidance or just moral support
4. Large question bank across all topics.
5. Both, verbal and quant, sections are robust.


Cons:
Honestly, none. I did struggle with their platform in the beginning because it's extensive. I wrote to them and got an explanation in less than 30 mins.

Who is it for?

-Anyone looking to take the GMAT without wasting any time. There is a lot of material out there and I have tried it all. My advice, just take this course and that's all you need. A very unpopular but gold advice - you do not even need the The Official Guide for GMAT.

Good luck!

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In general the platform is really user friendly and the quality of the content is amazing. I loved how I could go over a certain topic as much as I wanted until I finally understood the topic 100%.
The best thing about e-gmat is their focus on LEARNING THE CONCEPTS. Most gmat tutors or coaches focus on shortcuts or tricks for gmat exercise But e-gmat wants you to have a clear understanding of the concepts, a clear understanding of the meaning of each sentence and proves that gmat exercises CAN be solved on time when you have strong foundations. Strong foundations are key to solve 700+ exercises.
In addition, e-gmat platform is very data driven and really helpful in detecting weaknesses and pain points. During the final weeks before the actual exam this can be a game-changer to get the most of your final hours of study.

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I took the gmat course from e-GMAT for two GMAT attempts over four months. I first took the course and received a decent score, and worked with them to get a much higher score in my second try. I also worked with the consultants/advisors to work through my ESR report to focus my attention on areas of improvement and improve my score. My score did jump significantly in the Verbal section, thanks to the process suggested by the E-GMAT team. The scholaranium practice questions were incredibly helpful and so were the mock tests. I definitely recommend the E-GMAT course, and in particular the Verbal course.

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e-GMAT's Quant program is great for people with no Maths background!

In my current job, I only use basic maths and I rely heavily on Excel. As a result, I knew that I had a long way to go in Quant after seeing just a few practice GMAT questions. I did heavy research online and found that e-GMAT had many great reviews in both Quant and Verbal, so I signed up!

After starting the Quant section, my belief that I have a long way to go in Quant was confirmed. e-GMAT's lessons are well structured, with videos and clear explanations. However, at first I found there to be a giant leap between the concept files and the practice questions (the practice questions got hard for me, really quickly!). e-GMAT's Quant questions are actually tougher than the actuals GMAT's Quant questions, but this is great preparation and people who are serious about getting a high score should embrace this.

e-GMAT then rolled out Quant 2.0, which is a substantial upgrade over the original Quant files. Quant 2.0 takes more time to assess your current skill level, before then recommending next steps. If your baseline knowledge is low, Quant 2.0 does a great job of slowly teaching the concepts from a foundational level. My Quant reached another level after completing some Quant 2.0 materials. However, due to the time crunch before my GMAT date, I only used Quant 2.0 for Number Properties and going into the exam, I knew that I still had some work to do on Algebra and Geometry.

When it comes to Verbal, I made the mistake of believing that a native English speaker like myself will fly through the Verbal section. Hence, I put a heavier emphasis on Quant and my GMAT score clearly displays this.

Moving forward to the exam day, I decided to take the exam anyway despite my gaps in Algebra, Geometry, Verbal and mental stamina. I wanted to get the first crack out the way and experience the exam pressure first-hand. I completed the GMAT Online on Monday 4th January 2021. My overall score was 670 (Q49, V32, IR6), which is significantly lower than my target score. On the bright side though - I achieved a Q49 by doing Quant 1.0 and only Number Properties in Quant 2.0, so I still have plenty of new, useful content to work through as I prepare for my retake.

Looking ahead, as I am not happy with 670 and I know that I can achieve a higher score with the right preparation, I now look forward to completing the rest of Quant 2.0 and digging deep into Verbal, before retaking the GMAT on 4th March, 2021. I strongly believe that by completing Quant 2.0 in Algebra and Geometry and by completing the robust Verbal program, I will achieve Q50+, V40+ and my target score.

What is even greater about e-GMAT is their commitment to their students' success. e-GMAT are now helping me craft a study plan to help me achieve my target score, which is outstanding support in my opinion.

I will be back to update this amazing community again after my GMAT retake :)

EDIT AFTER RETAKE - 12/MAY/2021

I started my GMAT journey in July 2020 with quant capabilities in desperate need of development. After a couple months of frustrations, I started e-GMAT in September 2020.

By the time December rolled around, my Quant still was not up to par. However, my online exam was booked for 4th January and I felt that instead of postponing, I should get sit the exam anyway just to get the first shot out the way and make myself feel comfortable moving forward. Whilst doing some last-minute revision, I noticed that e-GMAT had upgraded their Quant course, Quant 2.0. I completed part of the new Number Properties and realised how much of a massive upgrade Quant 2.0 was over Quant 1.0, so I emailed e-GMAT with some positive feedback and a few questions. e-GMAT then offered to put me through their mentorship program, with Archit as my mentor.

I ended up taking the GMAT three times – the first two online and the last one in the test centre. Archit helped me from just before exam #1 all the way to exam #3, and I cannot begin to explain how valuable his guidance and support was. My exam results were:

1. 4th January 2021: 670 (Q49, V32) - Online
2. 4th March 2021: 690 (Q47, V38) - Online
3. 7th May 2021: 740 (Q48, V44) – Test Centre

With the ESR not available after the first attempts, Archit and I had a couple debriefs then he would recommend next steps. Archit would also check in from time-to-time to see how everything is going. Archit not only held me accountable, but also took the time to analyse my quiz and mock results to recommend the best possible next steps.

Overall, I strongly believe it would have taken me much longer to score 740 if I had not worked with Archit from January. A big thank you from me, and a strong recommendation for all reading this to consider e-GMAT and their mentorship program!

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I would like to split the review in two parts one is the course for imprroving your fundamental skills other is skills/strategy for taking the exam .

I give a 10/10 for improving the fundamental skills ,the first aspect,especially your verbal . And as most of them already know e-gmat follows a step-by-step process, there is not much i could add up to its value which has proven the test of time.And regarding Quant i dint much stress on my preparation, may be i should've , thats what is reflected in my gmat Quant :47. By the way , I got a score of 680 (V35,Q47) , I dont want to stress much on how i got here or the score , becuase i want to emphasise more on the improvement you can make through the course. So no complaints so far with material , scholaranium and approach.

On the second point i have some reservations the stategy , the plan . This is the most underrated thing in GMAT , As when i started the prep i thought i could win with brute force skill. I Wouldnt recommend that. In this particular aspect , may be e-gmat could provide some help. And the mock gmat scores might represent the actual score.they have tendency to show high score. Having said that , may its too much to ask of it since the strategy needs are dynamic from person to person.

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As the title tells you, it is an essential course, which I will recommend for whom who is starting to prepare for GMAT and have no idea to where to begin with.
As I have mentioned that this course will give you all the topics and the theory related to them, but It is not the only thing which you will need in your preparation, I mean you will need help from couple of other sources specially for practice.

I really liked the Critical Reasoning part. I will say with respect to CR its pretty much a bible/Geeta.

Overall, its a very good course specially verbal section.

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