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Anita Deshpande

Anita Deshpande

Chief IELTS & TOEFL Trainer

IELTS Chief Trainer, IDP-certified, Band 9 speaker

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Exam Preparation Strategies Guide 2026

Complete exam preparation guide for students. Study techniques, revision strategies, stress management, and exam day tips for academic success.

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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.

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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.

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