What documents do I need to keep ready before submitting applications in October in UK/Ireland for a Master's/Bachelor's?

You should have these documents ready before submitting your master's applications in October for Ireland or the UK:

- Valid passport (with at least six months’ validity beyond your intended stay)
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates (10th, 12th, and bachelor's; include an official letter if your degree is ongoing)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of Recommendation (LORs) (usually two to three from professors or employers)
- CV/resume
- English language test scores (IELTS or equivalent)
- Application fee payment receipt (if required)
- Financial documents (bank statements, loan sanction, or scholarship letters)
- Work experience certificates (if applicable)
- Additional documents (such as a portfolio or research proposal, depending on your course)

All non-English documents must be officially translated and authenticated if required.