SSC CGL 2023: Check Subject-Wise Best Books for Tier-I and Tier-II Exam

Roopashree Sharma

Updated: Apr 10, 2023 15:32 IST

In this article, we have shared the list of best books recommended by toppers for preparing for the SSC CGL exam.

Points to Remember Before Choosing SSC CGL Books

Some of the significant points to be noted while choosing the books for the preparation or revision of the syllabus are given below;

• Refer to the books based on the latest syllabus and edition.
• Make sure the books contain mock papers and previous year's question papers as it would be helpful in their preparation. 
• Aspirants should also go through the expert’s recommendations and the feedback of previous toppers while choosing the books.

SSC CGL Exam Pattern 2023: Tier 1, Tier 2 Revised Paper Pattern, Marking Scheme

SSC CGL Books for English

The English section is one of the most scoring sections. Thus, the candidate should gain an understanding of Grammar, basic comprehension and writing ability, etc. 

Some of the important topics in Tier I  include Phrases and Idioms, One-word Substitution, Sentence Correction, Error Spotting, Synonyms-Antonyms, Active Passive, etc. 

The important topics in Tier II include Vocabulary, Grammar, sentence structure, synonyms/antonyms/homonyms, Idioms & Phrases, One-word substitution, etc.

SSC CGL Syllabus 2023: Topic-wise Tier 1 and Tier 2 Revised Syllabus PDF

SSC CGL Books for Mathematics

The Mathematics section is one of the most difficult sections. The questions shall assess the candidate’s ability to appropriately use numbers and number sense. 

Some important topics in Tier I include whole numbers, decimals, fractions and relationships between numbers, percentages, ratio & proportion, profit & loss, time and distance, time & work, etc.

Some of the important topics in Tier II include number systems, fundamental arithmetical operations,  algebra, geometry, mensuration, etc.

SSC CGL Cut Off 2023: Expected & Tier 1, 2 Previous Year Cut off Marks

SSC CGL Books for Reasoning

The Reasoning section is one of the trickiest and most time-consuming sections. The questions shall be both verbal and non-verbal type. 

Some of the important topics in Tier I include analogies, similarities, and differences, space visualization, spatial orientation, problem-solving, analysis, judgment, and decision-making. 

Some of the important topics in Tier II include semantic analogy, symbolic operations, symbolic/ number analogy, trends, figural analogy, space orientation, semantic classification, Venn diagrams, etc.

SSC CGL Books for General Awareness

The General Awareness section is one of the highest-scoring sections.  Questions are designed to check the knowledge of current events and of such matters of everyday observations and experience in their scientific aspect. 

Some of the important topics in Tier I & Tier II exam include questions relating to India and its neighbouring countries, especially about History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Policy & Scientific Research, etc.