Anita Deshpande
Chief IELTS & TOEFL Trainer
IELTS Chief Trainer, IDP-certified, Band 9 speaker
LinkedIn Profile →Anita has trained 5,000+ students for IELTS and TOEFL with a 92% first-attempt band-7+ rate. She holds an IDP-certified trainer credential and personally scored Band 9 across all four IELTS modules in 2019. At SelfDriven she authors the IELTS preparation guides and calibrates our AI band-score evaluator.
Articles by Anita Deshpande
IELTS Complete Preparation Guide 2026
Master IELTS with our complete preparation guide. Section-by-section strategies, practice tips for each band, common mistakes to avoid, and a proven score improvement roadmap.
IELTS vs TOEFL vs PTE: Which English Test Should You Take?
Compare IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE English proficiency tests. Understand scoring, format, acceptance, and choose the right test for your study abroad journey.
GRE Preparation Guide 2026
Complete GRE preparation guide for Indian students. Test format, quant strategies, verbal reasoning, AWA tips, and resources to score 320+ in 2026.
GMAT Preparation Guide 2026
Complete GMAT preparation guide for Indian students. Test format, quant strategies, verbal reasoning, IR tips, and resources to score 700+ in 2026.
Exam Preparation Strategies Guide 2026
Complete exam preparation guide for students. Study techniques, revision strategies, stress management, and exam day tips for academic success.
IELTS vs TOEFL vs PTE 2026: Which Test Should Indian Students Take?
IELTS vs TOEFL vs PTE for Indian students 2026 — compare exam format, difficulty, score validity, acceptance, cost, and preparation time to choose the right test for your study abroad goals.
SAT Preparation Guide 2026
Complete SAT preparation guide for Indian students. Test format, reading strategies, math tips, writing section, and resources to score 1500+ in 2026.