Essential resources for banking exam preparation in 2025: A comprehensive guide
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Here’s a quick glimpse of the resources you can rely on for the preparation of banking exams like SBI PO, IBPS SO, IPBS Clerk, SBI Clerk, and IBPS RRB among others in 2025.
1. Well-detailed and quality books and study material – To effortlessly cover the vast syllabus of the banking exams, the key is to opt for high-quality books from reputed publishers that simplify complex themes into comprehensible pieces of information. For reasoning and quantitative aptitude, several exceptional books by R.S. Aggarwal have clear explanations with multiple solved examples to enhance understanding.
Similarly, for the English section of the banking exams, you can rely on the offerings of authors like Norman Lewis, Gulshan Singh, R.S. Aggarwal, and Wren and Martin. Their books adopt a systematic approach to building vocabulary and strengthening grammar, effectively aiding in mastering verbal reasoning and reading comprehension. For General awareness, another crucial section, books by Manohar Pandey are highly recommended as they cover the latest national and international events and updates.
2. Mock tests and previous years’ question papers – Mock tests and previous years’ question papers are important for the preparation of every competitive exam, and banking exams are no different. These test papers offer clarity around recurring themes,
