A. Recommended Books
1. General Studies
General Knowledge
General Studies Manual by M. Laxmikanth
Current Affairs Yearly by Arihant Publications
2. Engineering Subjects
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering: A Quick Reference Guide by M. M. Gupta
Strength of Materials by R. K. Bansal
Transportation Engineering by C. S. Papacostas
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Mechanics by J.L. Meriam
Thermodynamics by Cengel & Boles
Machine Design: An Integrated Approach by Robert L. Norton
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering: Principles and Applications by Allan R. Hambley
Control Systems Engineering by Norman S. Nise
Power System Analysis by John J. Grainger
B. Websites for Study Material
1. GPSC Official Website
GPSC Official Site – Check for official notifications, syllabus, and updates.
2. Online Learning Platforms
Unacademy – Offers specific courses for GPSC exams and engineering subjects.
BYJU'S – Provides preparation materials and quizzes tailored for competitive exams.
3. YouTube Channels
Search for channels that focus on GPSC exam preparation and engineering subjects. Channels like Study IQ or Unacademy have useful content.
4. Engineering Forums and Communities
Pagalguy – A platform where aspirants discuss preparation strategies and share resources.
Quora – Search for threads related to GPSC exam preparation.
5. Mock Test Websites
Websites like Testbook and Oliveboard offer mock tests specifically designed for GPSC and engineering exams.
