I started studying for GMAT long before I joined E-GMAT. I Joined Magoosh and went through all the video lessons and questions. However, I was very lost and did not approach the prep with a plan (I ended up scoring 660 way below my aim). This is where I believe E-GMAT’s biggest strength lies. After Joining, I was given a study plan by the team and followed it diligently, more importantly, you can reach out to the E-GMAT team and ask for guidance any time you get stuck. E-GMAT also provides a very structured way through error logs which ensures that you learn from every question you get incorrect along the preparation journey, which was transformational in the way I approached my studies.

I also wanted to highlight E-GMAT’s modules, which are very well structured and ensure that you completely understand any topic before moving on. They do this by sprinkling in quizzes after every video, providing lesson summaries (which make for great notes for revision), and making you do ‘cementing quizzes’. Also, the team’s video lessons contain a standardized process for every topic which helps in solving hard questions in a relatively timely manner. Many of the verbal courses especially were eye-opening and made me realize how I was not approaching the section correctly at all.

The team has many more features which I was unable to mention in the review. E-GMAT helped me improve my score from 660 to 720 and I would highly recommend this course to anybody.

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I took TTP's 4-month GMAT Dedicated Study Plan after a friend recommended it. I had never taken the GMAT before and this was my first attempt. Although I purchased the course in early February, because of my hectic work schedule, I couldn't dedicate time religiously for the first two months. But around April, TTP released its calendar-based study plan which proved to be an incredible feature. It gave task lists for each day; I had to follow them blindly, without having to set aside time to plan and track my preparation progress. This was a huge relief because I had to juggle my 70-hour/week job along with GMAT preparation and I had only around a month and a half to do so.

The course is comprehensive and covered every little detail regarding the strategy for taking the GMAT. Both verbal and quant chapters and chapter tests are extremely detailed. The video explanations at the end of each question helped me a lot in understanding my mistakes and wrapping my head around some of the trickiest concepts, mainly regarding Critical Reasoning and Sentence Correction. I also used the Error Tracker and Analytics feature rigorously to keep track of my weakest areas. Additionally, the On Target analytics dashboard proved to be very useful in getting an idea of where I stand in comparison to other students.

TTP is a one-stop solution for your GMAT preparation. Preparing using TTP was stress-free experience and gave me the result that I needed in my first attempt. It is a very carefully built product and every feature has been tailor-made to make students' lives easier. I loved the amount of thought that was put into the tiniest details. The features I loved the most were the calendar-based study plan, the strategy chapters that proved to be very useful in enhancing my confidence and keeping me calm during the test, the video explanations at the end of each question, and the questionnaire and analysis of each mock.

I got a score of 730 (Q50/V39). I'm content with my score and I would highly recommend TTP to anyone who is looking for a complete GMAT preparation platform, especially working professionals who need to manage their preparation along with their work in an accelerated timeline. Thank you, TTP!

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Prior to e-GMAT, I had no other strategy besides continuously working on questions, believing that by working on many different problems, I will cover all the question types that I might encounter during the exam. Also, I was not structured in my study approach, often jumping from one topic / section to another without fully grasping the techniques required to excel in the test, especially in the verbal section. Come test day, it was not a surprise that I only managed score a V34 in the test, with my total score amounting to a 710 (Q50, V34, IR 7, AWA 6.0), even after 2+ months of preparation.
I actually stumbled upon the e-GMAT course 3 days prior to my 710 attempt. When going through the free version of the platform, I thought that the materials were very succinct and informative (essentially a one-stop shop for everything GMAT), with Scholaranium, in particular, serving as the perfect companion to ensure I put into practice what I have learn from the platform. So, upon receiving my results, it was a no brainer for me to immediately sign up for the full version e-GMAT as I wish to take my next attempt exactly a month later.
With the help of the e-GMAT platform, I was able to be more focus and structured in my preparation especially in my weaker areas in the verbal section. The lessons I learned during my preparation are as listed below:
SC
- Understanding the key message the author is trying to convey is utmost important. It is the essence of the sentence.
- Meaning > Grammar. The are times where sentences are grammatically correct but conveys a different meaning to the original sentence.
- Often, grammar errors can be identified using logic. Equipped with the meaning-based approach and a strong arsenal of grammatical knowledge, the wrong answers can frequently be viewed as illogical.
CR
- Pre-thinking the answers for yourself goes a long way in not only building your ability to solve higher difficulty questions, but also your ability to do so within a short amount of time.
- Identifying the purpose of each sentence within the argument will help in ensuring you do not deviate from the main focus of the argument.
- Refrain from looking at the answer choices first for you will be immediately attached to it, stifling your ability to pre-think effectively.
RC
- Be engaged while reading the passage. There is a reason the section is called “Reading Comprehension” and not just “Reading”.
- Take short notes while reading to identify the message behind each paragraph. It will help in solving questions relatively quickly, especially for questions that require one to make an inference.
Equipped with knowledge and lessons above, I was able to improve my score to a 740. (Q49, V41, IR 8, AWA 6.0)

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I had taken the subscription for Experts Global 15 test series. I found the tests worth the money. It helped me to get a grip on the format and get comfortable to be able to solve questions faster. The UI/UX is quite similar to real GMAT exam with no pause option. The tests helped me improve both my quant and verbal skills because of the comprehensive test material they provide. The explanation videos are also good and crisp. Finally, their customer service is also very supportive. Hence, I would highly recommend their test mocks. If you're not sure, you can always start with the free trial (one mock included) and check whether it is a good fit for you.

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I started my GMAT prep a few months back and after going through the trials of the GMAT Prep platform I decided to buy Expert Global's Complete GMAT Prep course. The key highlights of this course are, that it is extremely well designed with preparation divided into 3 phases, lectures are short and comprehensive, and the course has a section called ‘GMAT Shots’ which I really liked and was super helpful. This is essentially a 2 min video of all the common topics, common mistakes, etc. Essentially this is like having a flashcard or someplace where you take notes on important topics or topics you need to revise again, and subsection-wise quizzes are excellent to focus on a particular section and improve overall accuracy.

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I have read several stories on this forum for the past two years - every one of them have helped me carve my path; This post is NOT a story about someone who scored an amazing score in her/his first attempt, instead it is about someone who struggled her way to a 730 score. I will try to keep it as informative and to the point as possible.

As I started my GMAT journey Verbal was my main concern, however, after exploring some materials and attempting few mocks I came to realise that though my Quantitative ability was strong my test taking strategies were not up to the mark, acting as a roadblock to a high score. After studying several GMAT Official and GMAT Club materials, I could improve my Quantitative score to Q48 GMAT Club Quant tests: They more difficult than the actual GMAT but they prepare you to face difficult questions in GMAT) , and I still struggled with application of verbal concepts that I learned - V34 in Feb'21 was the maximum I could score at that point. Then a friend of mine suggested eGMAT - yes, I had read plenty of reviews and saw multiple ads, but you can never be sure, right? So, I signed up for a 1 month Verbal Online course in March 2021. As I progressed through the course I kept re-purchasing and then ended up taking a 6 month Verbal course with eGMAT. Here is the reason why -
• Prior to eGMAT course I was solving questions from GMAT Club, Official guide, etc. , looking for learnings, and moving to the next one. But in the eGMAT course there is an Application file, after every concept, that ensures that you go through the logical steps of solving a question. It was tiresome to follow the steps for every question, but the thought process here was one that was in sync with mine, every small little "what if?" or "but, what about?" that popped in my head was covered. So, I decided to stick to the process.

• Once I crossed the cementing stage I realised that I was not making a conscious effort to follow the steps, instead the thought process came naturally to me, hence it wasn't that time consuming anymore.

Trying to juggle GMAT prep and a very demanding high-pressure job, the time pressure took the better of me during my GMAT attempt in Nov'21 (V27). But the eGMAT team went an extra mile to follow-up and encourage me to fight back. This is the point at which I realised that eGMAT is not just about the students who do well in their first attempt but helping the ones who are struggling too. The subject matter experts and strategy experts are very approachable and involved in your journey (I always received a response from the team within 36 hrs). A big shout-out to Harsha who guided me every step of the way in terms of subject matter on RC and CR, and strategy when it comes to SC and Quant, and encouraged me to keep going. After my Nov'21 attempt I was so disappointed that during my session with Harsha I told him "I feel like I cannot get a decent score under pressure no matter how much I study". To which Harsha showed and explained to me the statistics from my tests on Scholarium that gave a comprehensive analysis of my performance on GMAT like questions and Official questions; This re-assurance about my ability encouraged me to keep going.
• I reviewed my AI guided stats on the Scholarium portal and identified that there were few aspects of Quant that could help me get that Q50+. Hence, I signed up for a full GMAT Online course and followed every step of the detailed plan suggested by Harsha and team.
o The PACE mode in Quant helped me move through the concepts quickly and focus on only the areas which required improvement
• I followed a detailed and personalised revision plan for RC and SC and a timing improvement plan for CR. These plans really helped bring structure to my preparation.

Finally, at the risk of repeating what every other post might have highlighted, it is the error log - It is painful to fill and takes much more time than the time taken to solve the questions, but it is essentially what helped me improve the most. And, eGMAT actually provides a very comprehensive error log that captures a lot of the nuances that I could've otherwise missed.
o Timing was my main concern in the test. There were two aspects of time during the exam :
1. I often ran out of time towards the end of the exam because I spent a lot of time trying to ensure I was getting each question correct.
• This stemmed from the notion that I knew the necessary concepts hence, I couldn't let a question go. Yes, letting some questions go, was the most important lesson I learned while analysing my mocks.
This is one aspect that was not stressed upon a lot during my eGMAT experience, but it came handy in my case.
2. The fact that I might run out of time at the end played in my head as soon as I got confused or started taking longer in a question - This, in turn, impacted my ability on that question.

Thus, I reviewed my error log for the 10-question set quizzes to understand when and where do I get confused, what kind of wordings in the answer choices confuse me, does it have anything to do with my understanding of the question stem or passage, etc. As I worked through these aspects, the next time I was in a similar situation I knew what to do, this helped me avoid the confusion, and as a result save time.
This video helped me understand how and where I can manage time:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INmDqeVjB04

As I came close to the exam I focused on Official questions (from Official Guide and Advanced Official questions by GMAC) to practice and get accustomed to them.

By now, I was tired of preparing for GMAT, but this time around I felt confident about my ability, and honestly a positive attitude and faith in your efforts as you walk into that exam centre is as important as the months/years of effort that goes into the preparation.
And finally the score popped-up on the screen 730 (Q50 V40)!

To those who are currently fighting for that score, this quote I heard in the TV series The Good Doctor kept me going - "You haven't failed until you stop trying!". I hope my experience helps you in your GMAT journey.
All the Best! Hang in there!

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Some background here - I started prepping for the GMAT in January of 2022 and strictly used TTP to completion for 3 months. After taking all 6 practice exams and completing additional studying with OG materials, I felt ready to take the exam in May. My practice exam scores averaged 760/770.

My first attempt on 05/20 was a big disappointment with a 700, so I took it again a week later and got a 720. These scores were well below what I thought I was capable of scoring, so I decided to work with a tutor.

Right off the bat, Charles was a pleasure to communicate with. His initial thoughts proved true, my timing was off. I spent too little time on easy questions and suffered from unforced errors and spent too much time on hard questions.

I worked with Michael M. for 4 sessions and he was great. Incredibly professional and very insightful - he expanded on the issues that Charles mentioned and helped me refine the soft skill of time management. Honestly, I'm not sure that this is something I could have done on my own. Michael helped me refine this skill with our weekly sessions and homework in between.

I took the exam approximately 4 weeks after our first session and blew my expectations out of the water. I scored a 770 and was thrilled. I can't thank and recommend Michael and Charles enough. Their prices are incredibly fair relative to the other tutoring services out there. At least for me, the tutoring certainly paid for itself.

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My first official GMAT score was a 650 (Q48, V31). This score came after many hours of preparation through a different company / program. I was extremely disappointed and felt that I still wasn't strong or confident enough in verbal.

After some research and googling, I found target test prep and gave it a shot knowing that they had just released their verbal program (I already knew that target test prep was amazing for their quant program).

I essentially completed the entire program from start to finish (quant + verbal). It took me several months but I credit the program for my improved official score of 720 (Q49, V38). The structure of the quant program was fantastic and it helped me solidify all of the quant concepts. The verbal section of the program taught me new concepts that my previous program didn't. Overall, I was really impressed with the verbal part of their program.

For me specifically, I really appreciated all of the practical advice that they gave me when it came to coping with exam stress/anxiety. You see, my score of 720 was actually my third attempt. I wrote the exam one month before this score and completely fell off the rails and scored 620 (even though I was consistently scoring 700+ on my practice exams). I was originally super confident because of all the prep I did with target test prep, but I just had a bad day and scored poorly. Luckily, I had an inspiring convo with Scott and was able to re-focus for the 4 weeks before my re-write. Fortunately, I followed up this poor attempt with a final score of 720 (Q49, V38), which was much more representative of my practice scores.

Without a doubt, target test prep is the best GMAT prep company / course out there, and I 100% recommend this course to any future GMAT test takers.

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After spending more than 6 months experimenting with different platforms, I came across GMAT Whiz. After much deliberation, I decided to sign up for the full online course (verbal and quant) and take 10 private tutoring sessions across verbal and quant.
I benefited from GMAT Whiz in multiple ways. The format of the videos worked very well for me. Sunita was my verbal tutor - her personal attention, flexibility (especially with timings of sessions, as we were based in different time zones), intuition, responsiveness, and knowledge of the subject were commendable. Shubhakar was my quant tutor - I was impressed with his command over the quant topics, useful tips and tricks to solve difficult questions speedily, and patience. He was also very flexible in scheduling sessions at timings convenient for me (often meant that he would be taking sessions post midnight his time).
An aspect worth mentioning was the personal touch throughout - Sunita and Subhankar both checked in with me on the progress of my MBA applications months after my classes were over. I really appreciate the help and support I got from GMATWhiz and would highly recommend the platform to aspiring MBA applications preparing to take the GMAT.

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I started working with Dana after scoring a 680. I would highly recommend Dana + GMAT Ninja -- the structure is organized, they have very robust content for practice and studying, and working with Dana really helped me learn both content and strategy.

Prior to the GMAT I had not done math since basically high school (!), and Dana helped me re-learn all of the concepts well and helped structure my approach. I thought I had no shot at getting a good quant score given my background, but with a focused approach and with strategies for facing different problem types, I was able to score a Q49.

For Verbal, Dana was helpful with establishing a consistent approach. I came in stronger on the Verbal side, but could be inconsistent -- she gave me helpful advise on tackling each problem type in a structure approach that kept me on pace.

I also found the online videos for both Quant and Verbal really helpful -- particularly for Verbal, the GMAT Ninja videos were really helpful walking through some more complex SC and CR questions and approaches.

Without Dana + GMAT Ninja I don't think my score would have improved so much -- would definitely recommend!

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