Which books are best for a beginner starting government exam preparation?

If you are just starting out, focus on three core books: Lucent's General Knowledge for GK, R.S. Aggarwal's Quantitative Aptitude for Maths, and S.P. Bakshi's Objective General English. These three cover the foundation for almost every government exam.

Are older editions of these books still useful, or should I always buy the latest edition?

For concept-heavy books like Laxmikanth (Polity) or R.S. Aggarwal (Maths), older editions are largely fine as the core content does not change. However, for GK, Current Affairs, and Economy books, always buy the latest edition as data, budget figures, and government schemes are updated every year.

Should I buy physical books or use digital versions for government exam preparation?

Physical books work better for most aspirants during active study as underlining, margin notes, and flipping between sections is faster in print. Digital versions are great for revision on the go. Many books listed on this page are available in both formats on Amazon India.

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DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 50 Graduate & Technician Apprentice Posts

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Proof & Experimental Establishment (PXE), Chandipur, under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has released the DRDO PXE Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 50 Graduate and Technician Apprentice posts. Eligible candidates with B.Tech or Diploma qualifications can apply for the one-year Apprenticeship Training Programme. The application must be submitted offline through Speed Post/Registered Post…

IRCTC Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 28 Hospitality & Tourism Monitor Posts

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Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC), South Central Zone, has released the IRCTC Recruitment 2026 notification for 28 contractual posts of Hospitality Monitor and Tourism Monitor. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interviews in October 2026 at the prescribed venues in Bhubaneswar and Hyderabad. Hospitality Monitor vacancies are 22, while Tourism Monitor vacancies…

NABFINS Customer Service Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

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NABFINS Limited has released the NABFINS Customer Service Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for Customer Service Officer (CSO) posts. Candidates who have completed PUC/10+2 can apply. Freshers are eligible, while candidates with 1–3 years of relevant experience may be preferred. The role involves customer sourcing, field visits, verification, customer onboarding, portfolio growth and collection activities. A…

SAIL RSP IGH Trainee Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 112 Training Posts

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Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), through Ispat General Hospital (IGH), Rourkela, has released the SAIL RSP IGH Trainee Recruitment 2026 notification for 112 stipend-based training seats. The training programmes include Medical Attendant Training, Hospital Administration Training and OT/Anesthesia Assistant Training. Eligible candidates from Odisha, particularly Sundargarh District, can apply online…

OSSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 240 Radiographer Posts

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The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) has released the OSSSC Group C Recruitment 2026 notification for 240 Radiographer posts. These District Cadre Group-C vacancies are available across all 30 districts of Odisha under the Health & Family Welfare Department. Eligible candidates can apply online from 31 August 2026 to 30 September 2026 through the…

OSSC CRE Admit Card 2026 Out – Download Hall Ticket at ossc.gov.in

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Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has released the OSSC CRE Admit Card 2026 for the Combined Recruitment Examination (CRE) of different posts having Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)-2025 under Advertisement No. 980/OSSC. The admit card is available from 24 August 2026, and the written examination will be conducted on 31 August…

East Coast Railway Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1,599 Posts

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East Coast Railway (ECoR), through Railway Recruitment Cell, Bhubaneswar, has released the ECoR Act Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 1,599 Apprentice posts in various trades. Eligible candidates with 10th pass and ITI qualification can apply online from 26 August 2026 to 15 September 2026. The selection will be based on Matriculation marks, so there is…

NABFINS CSO Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Customer Service Officer & Telecaller Posts

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NABFINS Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Customer Service Officer (CSO) and Telecaller positions. Candidates who have completed PUC/10+2 can apply. Freshers are eligible, while 1–3 years of relevant experience is preferred for the CSO role. The application process is through the NABFINS Careers page/email, and the last date to apply is 26 August 2026….

OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 172 Posts

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Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the OPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 notification for 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP), Group-B posts under the Odisha State Prosecution Service, Home Department, Government of Odisha. Eligible Law Graduates with at least 2 years of practising Advocate experience and knowledge of Odia can apply online from 28…

OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 48 Assistant Agriculture Engineer Posts

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Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 notification for 48 Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Group-B) posts under the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha. Eligible candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering can apply online from 28 August 2026 to 28 September 2026. The selection process includes…