The best books for preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination are those that cover the syllabus in a clear and complete way. These books should help you save time by giving detailed explanations and keeping you updated with any changes in the exam pattern or topics. Choosing the right books is important for every stage of the exam. The Prelims have multiple-choice questions, while the Mains need you to write detailed answers. So, it’s important for aspirants to choose their books carefully and divide them into separate lists for Prelims and Mains preparation.

OPSC Preparation Books & Resources

Category	Books / Sources
Foundation Books	NCERTs for Basics Standard Text Books
Polity	M. Laxmikanth
History	Spectrum
Geography	Majid Hussain
Economics	Ramesh Singh
Environment	Shankar IAS
Science	NCERT
Magazines / Newspaper	The Hindu The Indian Express Yojana Kurukshetra EPW Civil Service Chronicle Science Reporter Frontline