{"id":23808,"date":"2023-06-21T14:43:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-21T09:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/?p=23808"},"modified":"2026-01-25T01:44:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-24T20:14:41","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prepare for GMAT at home? Online GMAT Preparation [2023 Update]"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">A <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">8<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read <\/span><\/span>\n<p>Attending classroom coaching for GMAT preparation used to be one of the biggest challenges for MBA aspirants, especially if they were full-time working professionals. But, after the Covid-19 outbreak, classroom coaching has become redundant, and preparing online at home is the new normal. Not only preparing but <a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/online-interim-gmat-exam-at-home\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">taking the GMAT at home<\/a> has become the new normal. To prepare for GMAT online, you need reliable and time-tested resources and best practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, still, working professionals have a hectic schedule that makes it cumbersome to find time and energy to prepare for their target GMAT score. Moreover, since time is the most important resource for any busy individual, efficiency becomes the most crucial factor in successfully preparing for the GMAT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we will give you helpful tips to prepare for the GMAT from home effectively and at your own pace. To help you reach your target GMAT score, we will discuss:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"ub-buttons align-button-center\"  id=\"ub-button-527c27cb-7af1-45f6-a1f8-17fdc24079bc\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/resources.e-gmat.com\/sign-up-free-trial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" class=\"ub-button-block-main ub-button-medium ub-button-flex-medium\" role=\"button\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">\n    <div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\"><span class=\"ub-button-icon-holder\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"height=\"30\", width=\"30\"viewBox=\"0, 0, 512, 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\"><strong>Start Free GMAT Preparation<\/strong><\/span>\n    <\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-94040028-c8f0-427e-bc63-76f180dc236e\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\"\n                    data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\">\n                    <div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">Points discussed in the article:<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home\/#0-3-tips-how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3 Tips &#8211; How to prepare for GMAT at home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home\/#4-how-to-start-your-gmat-preparation-at-home\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to start your GMAT preparation at home?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home\/#6-why-should-you-prepare-for-gmat-online\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Should you prepare using Books or Online courses at home?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home\/#7-how-much-time-do-you-need-to-reach-your-target-gmat-score\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How much time do you need to reach your target GMAT score?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home\/#8-when-should-you-take-the-gmat\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">When should you take the GMAT?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><strong>If you are planning to take the GMAT, we can help you with a personalized study plan and give you access to quality online content to prepare.&nbsp;Write to us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:acethegmat@e-gmat.com\">acethegmat@e-gmat.com<\/a>. We are the&nbsp;most reviewed GMAT prep company on GMAT club&nbsp;with more than 2500 reviews&nbsp;and are the only prep company that has delivered&nbsp;more than 700+ scores than any other GMAT club partner.&nbsp;Why don\u2019t you take a free trial and judge for yourself?<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"ub-buttons align-button-center\"  id=\"ub-button-0ca75458-cf19-407d-86d1-a95a404287ad\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/resources.e-gmat.com\/sign-up-free-trial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" class=\"ub-button-block-main ub-button-medium\" role=\"button\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">\n    <div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\"><span class=\"ub-button-icon-holder\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"height=\"30\", width=\"30\"viewBox=\"0, 0, 512, 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Get free resources<\/span>\n    <\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ub-button-container\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/resources.e-gmat.com\/take-sigma-x-mock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" class=\"ub-button-block-main ub-button-medium\" role=\"button\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">\n    <div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\"><span class=\"ub-button-icon-holder\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"height=\"30\", width=\"30\"viewBox=\"0, 0, 448, 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M246.6 233.4l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-32.75-12.5-45.25 0s-12.5 32.75 0 45.25L178.8 256l-137.4 137.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.75 0 45.25C47.63 444.9 55.81 448 64 448s16.38-3.125 22.62-9.375l160-160C259.1 266.1 259.1 245.9 246.6 233.4zM438.6 233.4l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-32.75-12.5-45.25 0s-12.5 32.75 0 45.25L370.8 256l-137.4 137.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.75 0 45.25C239.6 444.9 247.8 448 256 448s16.38-3.125 22.62-9.375l160-160C451.1 266.1 451.1 245.9 438.6 233.4z\"><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Take a free mock<\/span>\n    <\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"929\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home.jpg\" alt=\"How to prepare for GMAT at home\" class=\"wp-image-23833\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home.jpg 929w, https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-768x308.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 929px) 100vw, 929px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"0-3-tips-how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home\">3 Tips &#8211; How to prepare for GMAT at home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Tip 1- Find a designated study zone<\/li><li>Tip 2- Make sure you don\u2019t get distracted<\/li><li>Tip 3- Take breaks during preparation<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping yourself focused during your GMAT preparation is the most crucial factor to make your GMAT preparation from home successful. Here are our three dependable tips to keep you organized and attentive during your GMAT preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-tip-1-%E2%80%93-find-a-designated-study-zone\">Tip #1 \u2013 Find a designated study zone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The place of study plays a crucial role in your preparation. If you don\u2019t find a designated zone to study, it can hamper your preparation efficiency. If you change the study spot frequently, you\u2019ll end up spending additional time to get accustomed to the new zone every time. Follow this checklist when you choose a study zone at your home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"414\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-1.jpg\" alt=\"GMAT preparation at home\" class=\"wp-image-23827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-1.jpg 414w, https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-1-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 414px) 100vw, 414px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Quiet area<\/strong> &#8211; Make sure the spot is away from external noise disturbances like traffic, construction areas.<\/li><li><strong>Well-lit<\/strong> \u2013 Spot must have ambient light throughout the day. Low light will put a strain on your eyes and reduce the efficiency of learning.<\/li><li><strong>Fewer things to distract<\/strong> \u2013 it should be a clear workspace with only essential items needed to study and write.<\/li><li><strong>Alternate study zone<\/strong> \u2013 Always find a backup study zone which meets all the requirement mentioned above. In case you need to shift your current study zone, you don\u2019t have to spend time to find a new appropriate place.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-tip-2-%E2%80%93-make-sure-you-don%E2%80%99t-get-distracted\">Tip #2 \u2013 Make sure you don\u2019t get distracted<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Focus is the key to having an efficient GMAT preparation from home.&nbsp; It is easy to get distracted during your preparation and lose your focus. Notification from any app you use is enough to take your attention away. Rather than just being physically present in your study zone, you must make sure you are mentally focused. Here are a few tips to stay focused during your GMAT preparation at home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"462\" height=\"287\" src=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-2.jpg\" alt=\"How to prepare for the GMAT at home\" class=\"wp-image-23828\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-2.jpg 462w, https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-2-300x186.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 462px) 100vw, 462px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Keep your mobile phone on \u2018Do not disturb\u2019 mode<\/strong> \u2013 You are just a social media notification away from getting distracted. Therefore, before you start studying, make sure you keep away your mobile device. If you are waiting for an urgent call and don\u2019t want to keep your phone on Do Not Disturb mode, there are numerous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewed.com\/smartphones\/features\/10-apps-that-block-social-media-so-you-can-stay-focused-and-be-more-productive\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">mobile applications<\/a> available to help you remained focused.<\/li><li><strong>Close all irrelevant browser tabs<\/strong> &#8211; If you are preparing using <a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/free-trial-registration\/?channel=blogsin_article&amp;utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=in_article&amp;utm_campaign=free_trial&amp;utm_content=about_the_gmat&amp;utm_term=blogs_in_article\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Online courses<\/a>, chances to get distracted through other browser tabs are very high. One of our favourite tab management application, which can be the right solution for this is <a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/search\/onetab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">OneTab<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Maintain your energy levels<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Never start your study with an empty stomach. Lack of food may cause low blood sugar and will reduce the efficiency of your brain. So, make sure you eat nutritious food and keep yourself hydrated before you start studying.<\/li><li><strong>Use noise-cancelling headphones<\/strong> \u2013 You can wear noise-cancelling headphones to isolate yourself from external disturbances.<\/li><li><strong>Finish your to-do list<\/strong> &#8211; Get done with your chores before starting your studies so that your mind doesn\u2019t keep bugging you with unfinished work.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-tip-3-%E2%80%93-take-breaks-during-preparation\">Tip #3 \u2013 Take breaks during preparation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking timed breaks have a positive impact on the quality of your preparation. According to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21211793\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">medical study<\/a>, taking breaks boost the overall productivity and help you to focus more. Follow the below-given tips to take a constructive study break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"414\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-3.jpg\" alt=\"how can I prepare for gmat at home\" class=\"wp-image-23829\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-3.jpg 414w, https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-3-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 414px) 100vw, 414px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Reward yourself<\/strong> \u2013 According to the Department of Psychiatry of the University of California, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/16675403\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Reward-motivated learning<\/a> improves your memory. Break down your study chapters into small checkpoints. Reward yourself with a break when you reach the checkpoints.<\/li><li><strong>Take regular short breaks<\/strong> \u2013 Always make sure your study breaks are short and frequent. Long study breaks may take away your attention. Aspirants struggle to get back to study mood after taking a more extended break as it disrupts the study pattern.<\/li><li><strong>Stay away from social media<\/strong> \u2013 You must curb the tendency to surf through social media during the break. Features like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/news\/technology-44640959\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Infinite Scrolling<\/a> (loading content uninterruptedly as the user scrolls down) and Auto-play (playing video one after another).<\/li><li><strong>Get moving<\/strong> \u2013 Getting up and stretching your body will help you to improve your blood circulation to the brain after sitting for a longer duration. According to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/mind-and-mood\/exercise-can-boost-your-memory-and-thinking-skills\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Harvard Medical School<\/a> study, exercise improves those parts of your brain which control thinking and memory. Physical activities will also: <ol><li>Enhances sleep quality<\/li><li>Reduces stress &amp; anxiety<\/li><li>Improve your mood <\/li><\/ol><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote is-style-solid-color\"><blockquote><p>Recommended Further Reading: <a href=\"http:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/gmat-preparation\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">GMAT Preparation Tips and Best Practices<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-how-to-start-your-gmat-preparation-at-home\">How to start your GMAT preparation at home?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you are equipped to start your preparation. We will discuss how you should start the preparation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"5-three-steps-to-start-your-gmat-preparation-at-home\">Three steps to start your GMAT preparation at home:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>To begin with, you can attend a <a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/strategy-session-registration\/?&amp;channel=blogsin_article&amp;utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=in_article&amp;utm_campaign=free_session&amp;utm_content=SS1&amp;utm_term=sessions\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Free Strategy Webinar<\/a> in which GMAT experts will give you clarity about <a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/how-does-gmat-computer-adaptive-test-work\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">GMAT testing algorithm<\/a>, skill sets required to score high on the GMAT, and <a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/gmat-study-plan\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">how to create a personalized study plan<\/a>.<\/li><li>Next, assess your current ability level. If you have taken your GMAT already, you can consider your current score as your starting score. If you are preparing for your first GMAT attempt, you can take a free online <a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/verbal-ability-registration\/?&amp;utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=in_article&amp;utm_campaign=ability_quiz&amp;utm_content=verbal&amp;utm_term=blogs_in_article\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Verbal diagnostic quiz<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/quant-registration\/?&amp;utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=in_article&amp;utm_campaign=ability_quiz&amp;utm_content=quant&amp;utm_term=blogs_in_article\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Quant diagnostic quiz<\/a> to find your starting point. Diagnostic quizzes will help you to determine your strength and weakness.<\/li><li>If you haven\u2019t decided on your target GMAT score yet, we can help you with the <a href=\"https:\/\/resources.e-gmat.com\/create-study-plan\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">GMAT Personalized Study Planner<\/a>. This session will also help you determine the quant and verbal scores you should get to reach your target GMAT score. Below given is a sample output provided by the tool for an aspirant whose starting score is 600, and the target score is GMAT 730.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/resources.e-gmat.com\/create-study-plan\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"593\" height=\"564\" src=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-4.jpg 593w, https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-4-300x285.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 593px) 100vw, 593px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The purpose of finding your target GMAT score is to identify the gap you would have to fill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><strong>At e-GMAT, we strive to make the students\u2019 life easier at every level and therefore, we have built this fantastic tool called the GMAT Personalized&nbsp;Study Planner. With this tool, you can not only find out the Quant and Verbal Sectional scores but also Sub-sectional scores in Quant (Algebra, Arithmetic, etc.) and Verbal (CR, RC, and SC) to achieve your target GMAT Score! Moreover, this tool will craft your very own study plan in 5 minutes. Register for our FREE Trial and create your personalized study plan in 5 mins!<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"ub-buttons align-button-center\"  id=\"ub-button-6ca13152-6e61-4c6b-94c7-d453025ee66a\"><div class=\"ub-button-container\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/resources.e-gmat.com\/create-study-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" class=\"ub-button-block-main ub-button-medium\" role=\"button\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">\n    <div class=\"ub-button-content-holder\"><span class=\"ub-button-icon-holder\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"height=\"30\", width=\"30\"viewBox=\"0, 0, 448, 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M246.6 233.4l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-32.75-12.5-45.25 0s-12.5 32.75 0 45.25L178.8 256l-137.4 137.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.75 0 45.25C47.63 444.9 55.81 448 64 448s16.38-3.125 22.62-9.375l160-160C259.1 266.1 259.1 245.9 246.6 233.4zM438.6 233.4l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-32.75-12.5-45.25 0s-12.5 32.75 0 45.25L370.8 256l-137.4 137.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.75 0 45.25C239.6 444.9 247.8 448 256 448s16.38-3.125 22.62-9.375l160-160C451.1 266.1 451.1 245.9 438.6 233.4z\"><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"ub-button-block-btn\">Create your own PSP<\/span>\n    <\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-why-should-you-prepare-for-gmat-online\">Why should you prepare for GMAT online?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>GMAT online preparation resources are better than preparing using GMAT books based on our experience of interacting with over 10,000 GMAT aspirants who have used both GMAT Books and Online Resources. Based on our findings, here are the top reasons why you should prefer GMAT Online resources over GMAT Books:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"512\" height=\"341\" src=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-5.jpg\" alt=\"Prepare for GMAT online\" class=\"wp-image-23831\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-5.jpg 512w, https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/e-gmat.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/how-to-prepare-for-gmat-at-home-5-510x341.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Engaging your visual and audio senses<\/strong> will help you focus more and learn a concept more effectively as compared to books. 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