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MPSC Exam Books: The Maharashtra Public Service Commission exam is an annual state-level examination held by the Maharashtra government. MPSC held examinations for a variety of positions. The main focus of an aspirant’s study material and strategy for passing this exam should be on the best study material and strategy.
This exam will be conducted in three stages: preliminary, mains, and final selection based on an interview. After passing the preliminary exam, eligible candidates must take the main exam, after which the MPSC merit list of shortlisted candidates will be released. History, geography, economics, political science, the environment, and current events are the main subjects. The best study material and strategy should be the main focus for passing this exam.
Toppers’ recommended books will assist you in your preparation for a top rank. To begin your preparation, review the MPSC’s most recent syllabus and exam pattern. After that, go over each section of the syllabus and practise the previous year’s papers.
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Study materials for MPSC 2022
Toppers recommend the following books for preparing for the MPSC exam:
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| NCERT books – social studies, science and mathematics (class6 to 12) | NCERT |
| Panchayat Raj | Kishor Lavate |
| Geography of Maharashtra | Nirali Publication |
| History of Modern Maharashtra | SS Gathal |
| MPSC CSAT simplified | Dhyandeep Publications |
| Fundamental of Agriculture Volume 1 | Kushal Publication |
| Deepstambh Spardha Pariksha Arthashastra 1 | Kiran Desale |
Subject – Wise Book Lists for Preparation
Books are the most important sources of information for preparing for any exam, and they are the most important sources of information in the competitive sphere. For competitive exams like the MPSC, authentic and standard sources are critical for conceptual clarity.
MPSC books for Prelims Exam
- For History:
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Brief History of India | Spectrum |
| Maharashtra State textbooks(class 6 to 12) | Maharashtra State Board |
| India’s struggle for Independence | Bipin Chandra |
| Aadhunik Maharashtra Itihas | Anil Katare |
| NCERT Textbook for class 12th | NCERT |
- For Geography:
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Bhugol ani Paryavaran | A.B. Sawadi |
| Certificate of Physical geography | G. C. Leong |
| Oxford student atlas for India | Map book of Atlas |
- For Political Science:
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Indian Polity | Lakshmikant (available in Marathi as well) |
| Maharashtra state textbook (class 12) | Maharashtra State Board (MSB) |
| India since Independence | NCERT |
| NCERT Textbooks(class 11th and 12th) | NCERT |
| Unique Bhartiya Samvidhan ani Rajyapadhyati part I & II | Tukaram Jadhav and Mahesh Shirpurkar |
- For Economics:
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| State board books of Class 11th and 12th | Maharashtra State Board |
| Indian Economy | Pratiyogita darpan |
| Indian Economy | Ramesh Singh |
| Bharatiya Arthavyavstha | Rajan Kolambe |
| NCERT books (class 10th,11th,12th) | NCERT |
| Selected chapters of Agriculture | Datta and Sundaram |
- For Science:
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| NCERT books (class 8th, 9th, 10th) | NCERT |
| Maharashtra State textbooks (class 8th to 10th) | Maharashtra State Board |
| General Science | Lucent’s |
| Samanya Vighyan | Sachin Bhaske |
- For CSAT:
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Quantitative aptitude | R.S. Agrawal |
| Verbal & Non-verbal reasoning | R.S. Agrawal |
| Loksatta daily | Loksatta |
| Purtvi Magazine | Purtvi |
- For Environment:
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Environment | Shankar |
| Environment | Rajan Kolambo |
- For Current Affairs
- Lokrajya Newspaper
- Yojana Magazine
- Times of India
- Loksatta Newspaper
- Maharashtra Times
- Indian Express
MPSC books for Mains Exam
General Studies – I
- For History and Geography
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Adhunik Maharashtra | Anil Katare |
| India’s book for Independence | Bipin Chandra |
| Bhugol aani book | A.B. Sawadi |
| Indian History | YCMOU |
| State board History Books (class 11th and 12th) | MSB |
| State board Geography Books (class 9th and11th) | MSB |
General Studies – II
- For Indian Constitution, Indian Polity and Law
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Indian Polity | Lashmikant |
| Our Constitution | Subhas Kasyap |
| Our Parliament | Subhas Kasyap |
| Unique Bhartiya Samvidhan ani books part – I & II | Tukaram Jadhav and Mahesh Shirpurkar |
| State books of Rajyashastra (class 11th and 12th) | Maharashtra State Board |
| Bare Act | P.M. Bakshi |
General Studies – III
- For Human resource development and human rights
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Manvi Sansadhan Hakka aani | K Sagar Publications |
| Manvi Sansadhan Vikas | Unique Publications |
| Manvi Sansadhan Hakka aani | Unique Publications |
| Human resource section from Indian Economy | Dutta and Sundaram |
| Human Rights | IGNOU |
| ICMOU’s book | ——- |
General Studies – IV
- For Science & Technology and Economy
| Name of Books | Authors |
|---|---|
| Indian Economy | Ramesh Singh |
| Science and Technology | Tata – Mcgraw Hill |
| Economy Development | Deepstambh |
| Economy books (class 11th and 12th) | NCERT |
| Bharatiya Arthavyavastha | Deepstambh |
| Arthavyavastha books (class 11th and 12th) | Maharashtra State Board |
| Economic Survey and Budget of Maharashtra State | ——– |
| Science and Technology | Spectrum |
With these books, previous year MPSC papers are also very important. To pass this exam, you must practise previous year papers from the last ten years. Candidates needed to be up to date on current events in Maharashtra, in particular.
In addition to these books, MPSC aspirants should also read books by:
- Nirali Prakashan
- Ranjan Kolambe
- S. Chand
- Indian Economic Survey
- Maharashtra Economic Survey
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Preparation Tips For MPSC 2022
The following are MPSC Prelims and Mains preparation tips:
- According to MPSC previous year papers, current affairs and general knowledge are very important, and these topics will be covered in the majority of the questions. For current events, you should read the suggested newspapers and keep up with Maharashtra’s current activities.
- You must write long answers and essays for the Mains paper, which is descriptive. As a result, ensure that you practise by solving papers.
- Conduct mock tests in accordance with Maharashtra’s most recent pattern and guidelines. Solve and practise the previous ten years’ question papers.
- Check the official MPSC website, https://mpsc.gov.in/, for updates on the MPSC exam.
- Avoid being overburdened by a large number of reference books. You should only read the best and a limited number of books. However, it is critical to efficiently prepare and revise from those chosen books.
- Every subject has a wide range of books available. Don’t read every book on a specific topic. Choose the best ones and go over them again and again. Keep your notes brief and revise them on a regular basis.
- Revision is crucial, so make sure you do it well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Reading newspapers and magazines such as Loksatta, Lokrajya, and Unique Bulletins is the best way to keep up with current events. Yojana and Pratiyogita Darpan can also be read.
NCERT textbooks for classes 6 to 12 and a McGraw Hill science and technology book are more than enough to prepare for the MPSC exam in general science.
Candidates must study current events for a period of 12 months prior to the exam date. Make sure to read all of the facts and figures about Maharashtra.
Yes, both English and Marathi will be used in the MPSC exam. You can take the MPSC exam in Marathi if you prefer.