Subject | Book Title | Author/Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| History (Ancient & Medieval) | – Ancient India | RS Sharma |
| – Medieval India | Satish Chandra | |
| History (Modern) | – Modern India | Bipin Chandra |
| – A Brief History of Modern India | Spectrum Publications | |
| Maharashtra History | – History of Maharashtra | State Board Books (Std 11, 12) |
| – Maharashtra: Ek Abhyas | Anil Kathare | |
| Geography (India) | – Certificate Physical and Human Geography | G.C. Leong |
| – Oxford School Atlas | Oxford | |
| Geography (Maharashtra) | – Maharashtra Geography | State Board Books (Std 11, 12) |
| – Bhugol ani Paryavaran | Nirali Prakashan | |
| Polity (Indian Constitution) | – Indian Polity | M. Laxmikanth |
| – Introduction to the Constitution of India | D.D. Basu | |
| Economy | – Indian Economy | Ramesh Singh |
| – Economic Survey | Ministry of Finance, Government of India | |
| Maharashtra Economy | – Maharashtra Arthavyavastha | State Board Books (Std 11, 12) |
| General Science | – General Science for Competitive Exams | Lucent’s |
| – NCERT Science Books (Class 6-10) | NCERT | |
| Environment and Ecology | – Environmental Studies | Erach Bharucha |
| – Environment and Ecology | Shankar IAS Academy | |
| Current Affairs | – Manorama Yearbook | Manorama Publications |
| – Yojana and Kurukshetra Magazines | Government of India | |
| Maharashtra Current Affairs | – Daily Newspapers (Loksatta, Maharashtra Times, Sakal) | – |
| – Lokrajya Magazine | Government of Maharashtra | |
| General Mental Ability (Aptitude) | – Quantitative Aptitude | R.S. Aggarwal |
| – Logical Reasoning | R.S. Aggarwal | |
| Marathi Language | – Marathi Vyakaran | State Board Books (Std 10, 12) |
| – Marathi Grammar and Comprehension | Balasaheb Shinde | |
| English Language | – Objective General English | S.P. Bakshi |
| – Wren and Martin English Grammar and Composition | Wren & Martin |
Additional Tips:
- NCERT Books (Class 6-12) are fundamental for building strong concepts, especially in history, geography, and science.
- Focus on state board books (especially for subjects related to Maharashtra).
- Regularly read newspapers (both English and Marathi) for current affairs updates.
- Refer to government reports and economic surveys for in-depth understanding.
This booklist will help you build a solid foundation and succeed in the MPSC Rajyaseva Prelims!
MPSC Rajyaseva Mains Booklist
| Paper | Subject | Book Title | Author/Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I: Marathi and English (Essay/Translation/Grammar) | Marathi Language | – Marathi Vyakaran | State Board Books (Std 10, 12) |
| – Marathi Grammar and Comprehension | Balasaheb Shinde | ||
| English Language | – Wren and Martin English Grammar and Composition | Wren & Martin | |
| – Objective General English | S.P. Bakshi | ||
| Essay Writing | – A Book on Essays for Competitive Exams | Nirali Publications | |
| Paper II: General Studies I | History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern) | – Modern India | Bipin Chandra |
| – Maharashtra: Ek Abhyas | Anil Kathare | ||
| Geography (India and Maharashtra) | – Certificate Physical and Human Geography | G.C. Leong | |
| – Geography of Maharashtra | State Board Books (Std 11, 12) | ||
| Indian Society and Social Issues | – Social Problems in India | Ram Ahuja | |
| Paper III: General Studies II | Indian Constitution and Polity | – Indian Polity | M. Laxmikanth |
| – Introduction to the Constitution of India | D.D. Basu | ||
| Maharashtra Polity | – Maharashtra Rajyaghatna | Anil Jamkhedkar | |
| Governance and International Relations | – Governance in India | Laxmikanth | |
| Paper IV: General Studies III | Indian Economy | – Indian Economy | Ramesh Singh |
| – Economic Survey | Ministry of Finance, Government of India | ||
| Maharashtra Economy | – Maharashtra Arthavyavastha | State Board Books (Std 11, 12) | |
| Agriculture | – Indian Agriculture | ICAR Publications | |
| Science and Technology | – Science and Technology | Spectrum Publications | |
| Environment and Ecology | – Environment and Ecology | Shankar IAS Academy | |
| Paper V: General Studies IV | Ethics and Aptitude | – Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude | Subba Rao & P.N. Roy Chowdhury |
| – Lexicon for Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude | Chronicle Publications | ||
| Case Studies | – Case Studies in Ethics | Arihant Publications | |
| Paper VI & VII: Optional Subjects | Various Optional Subjects | – Relevant Standard Textbooks for the chosen optional subject | Depends on the subject chosen |
Important Points:
- Focus on Maharashtra-specific content: Especially for history, geography, and polity.
- Current Affairs:
- Regularly read Maharashtra Times, Loksatta, and Sakal.
- Follow Yojana and Lokrajya magazines.
- Optional Subject: Choose an optional subject based on your background and interest. Thoroughly study standard textbooks and previous years’ question papers.
This comprehensive booklist will help you build a strong foundation and succeed in the MPSC Rajyaseva Mains Examination!