Best Books for Banking Exams 2025

Banking exams in India are among the most competitive, attracting lakhs of aspirants every year. Exams like IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, SBI PO, SBI Clerk, and RBI Grade B open doors to secure and prestigious jobs in the financial sector. To succeed, aspirants need the right preparation material—books that not only cover the syllabus but also provide practice questions, solved papers, and exam strategies.

This guide provides a complete list of the best books for banking exams in 2025, focusing on trusted publishers and study resources available with Ashirwad Publication. Whether you are preparing for IBPS PO, SBI Clerk, or RBI exams, the right set of books can make all the difference in cracking the exam.

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Why Banking Exams Are Popular in 2025

• Job Security: Banking jobs are considered stable with long-term benefits.
• Attractive Salary Packages: IBPS PO and SBI PO officers earn lucrative packages.
• Growth Opportunities: Fast promotions and career growth in public sector banks.
• National-Level Competition: Open to graduates from any stream across India.
• High Exam Frequency: Exams conducted almost every year, multiple attempts possible.

The popularity of banking exams ensures that aspirants must stay ahead with updated study material.

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Banking Exam Pattern & Syllabus (2025)

IBPS PO / Clerk

• Prelims: English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning.
• Mains: General Awareness, Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis, English, Reasoning.

SBI PO / Clerk

• Prelims: Similar to IBPS but with sectional timing.
• Mains: Includes Descriptive Writing (Essay & Letter).

RBI Grade B

• Phase 1: General Awareness, Quant, Reasoning, English.
• Phase 2: Finance & Management, Economic & Social Issues.
• Interview: Personality Test.

Understanding the exam pattern helps aspirants choose books tailored to each subject.

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Subject-Wise Best Books for Banking Exams 2025

1. Quantitative Aptitude

• Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations – R.S. Aggarwal
• Fast Track Objective Arithmetic – Rajesh Verma
• Magical Book on Quicker Maths – M. Tyra
• Ashirwad partners like Arihant Publications also publish updated arithmetic practice sets.

2. Reasoning Ability

• A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning – R.S. Aggarwal
• Analytical Reasoning – M.K. Pandey
• Puzzle Mania – Kiran Publications (great for seating arrangements & puzzles).

3. English Language

• Objective General English – S.P. Bakshi (Arihant)
• Word Power Made Easy – Norman Lewis
• Plinth to Paramount – Neetu Singh (grammar & comprehension).

4. General Awareness & Current Affairs

• Banking Awareness – Arihant Experts
• Guide to Banking General Awareness – Disha Publication
• Monthly Current Affairs – Ashirwad-distributed magazines (like Pratiyogita Darpan, Competition Success Review).

5. Computer Knowledge

• Objective Computer Awareness – Arihant
• Lucent Computer – Rani Ahilya
• Useful for both IBPS Clerk and RBI Assistant exams.

6. Data Interpretation & Analysis (for mains)

• Data Interpretation Decoded – Oliveboard / Practice Sets
• Quantitative Aptitude for Data Analysis – Arun Sharma

7. Descriptive Paper (SBI & RBI Mains)

• Descriptive English – S.P. Bakshi & Richa Sharma
• Essay & Letter writing practice books (Ashirwad supplies Arihant + Kiran versions).

 

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Publisher Recommendations at Ashirwad Publication

Ashirwad houses all major bank exam publishers including:

• Arihant Publications – widely trusted for Reasoning, English, General Awareness.
• Kiran Publications – famous for practice sets, solved papers.
• Lucent Publication – GK and Computer Knowledge.
• Disha Publication – Current Affairs and quick revision books.
• Oswaal Books – Topic-wise question banks.

 Advantage: Aspirants get all publishers under one platform, making Ashirwad a one-stop destination for bank exam books 2025.

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Preparation Strategy Using Books

• Follow a Structured Plan: Start with concept-building books (R.S. Aggarwal, S.P. Bakshi).
• Daily Practice: Use Kiran and Arihant practice sets for speed and accuracy.
• Stay Updated: Read monthly Current Affairs books.
• Mock Tests: Attempt full-length papers after finishing each subject.
• Revision: Keep short notes for formulas, grammar rules, and banking awareness.

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Mistakes to Avoid in Choosing Books

• Buying too many books without finishing basics.
• Relying only on one publisher.
• Ignoring practice sets and previous year papers.
• Not updating to the latest edition (syllabus changes yearly).

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Cracking IBPS PO, SBI Clerk, or RBI exams in 2025 is not about studying more—it’s about studying smart with the right material. The best bank exam books 2025 combine conceptual clarity, practice sets, and updated current affairs.

With publishers like Arihant, Kiran, Lucent, Disha, all available at Ashirwad Publication, aspirants can build a complete preparation kit under one roof.