27 Jul 2021
Sharing the resources I used to secure 332 in my GRE (163 - Verbal , 169 - Quant , 5 - AWA) and 120/120 in my TOEFL - both in my first attempt.
GRE:
See these videos before starting preparation , they are very helpful
Take a mock test to assess current level and can book the dates accordingly.
Book Exam here - https://www.ets.org/gre/?WT.ac=etshome_gre_flagship_180417
Must read to ace the test—
3 official books released by ETS - Official Guide, Official Verbal Guide and Official Quantitative Guide. Questions will be of this pattern only. Finish all words on Magoosh Flashcards - https://gre.magoosh.com/flashcards/vocabulary
Periodically take mock tests - Must take at least 5 ( including the two provided by ETS ) .
Additional study tips:
To score 170 in Quantitative - Manhattan 5 LB book is very useful. Barrons 1100 word list could also be referred.
Tips to remember words —
Write easily rememberable and even personal examples for tough words. Learn Synonyms together — Example — truculent, belligerent, bellicose all mean the same thing.
A daily preparation of 1.30 - 2 hours for over 2 months would be good to get high scores.
TOEFL:
Official site - https://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/about
Preparation:
Video to get started with TOEFL Prep
Notefull videos - Notefull videos
Practice all quickprep pdf’s released by ETS - https://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/prepare/quick_prep/
To improve scores on this , a regular habit of reading, speaking in English and listening to English shows/news is needed.