I want to start my preparation for GRE and IELTS from now. I will take the exam in December. Is this right time to start?
I'm 4-1 B.Tech civil engineering.
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Yes, if you are planning to take the GRE and IELTS exams in December, starting your preparation now is a good idea. It gives you enough time to prepare thoroughly, practice, and identify areas where you need improvement. You have about 7-8 months to prepare, which should be sufficient if you are consistent and disciplined in your approach. With this amount of time, you can divide your preparation period into several phases, such as building foundational skills, content review, practice, and test-day preparation. You can use study materials such as GRE and IELTS prep books, online courses, and practice tests to help you prepare. In addi...more
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For IELTS you can start preparing in November, However, for GRE minimum of 6 months is required.
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Yes, it is. The earlier you start preparing, the better.
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