A. Books
1. General Knowledge and Current Affairs
“General Knowledge 2024” by Manohar Pandey: Covers a wide range of topics, including current events and historical facts.
“Lucent’s General Knowledge”: A comprehensive guide for basics in history, geography, and polity.
2. Numerical Ability
“Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations” by R.S. Aggarwal: Essential for understanding various mathematical concepts and practice questions.
“Fast Track Objective Arithmetic” by Rajesh Verma: Offers quick calculation techniques and problem-solving strategies.
3. Reasoning Ability
“A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning” by R.S. Aggarwal: Extensive exercises and explanations for logical reasoning and problem-solving.
“Analytical Reasoning” by M.K. Pandey: Focuses on analytical reasoning skills with practice questions.
4. English Language
“English Grammar and Composition” by S.C. Gupta: Useful for mastering grammar rules and composition skills.
“Word Power Made Easy” by Norman Lewis: A great resource for building vocabulary effectively.
5. Subject-Specific Knowledge
“Women’s Studies: A Reader” by Gupta and Singh: Provides insights into women's issues and empowerment strategies.
“Social Work: An Introduction” by Ram Ahuja: Covers the fundamentals of social work and community development.
B. Websites for Preparation
1. Official Website: Check the Council's official site for updates and recruitment notifications.
2. Current Affairs Websites:
Jagran Josh: Offers daily updates on current affairs relevant for competitive exams.
GKToday: A reliable source for general knowledge and current affairs quizzes.
3. Online Mock Test Platforms:
Testbook: Provides practice tests and quizzes specifically for competitive exams.
Oliveboard: Offers comprehensive study resources and mock tests for banking and government exams.
4. YouTube Channels:
Study IQ Education: Great for current affairs and general knowledge.
Unacademy: Offers lectures on various subjects, including women’s studies and social work