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Telangana State Integrated Common Entrance Test 2025 ( TSICET )

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TS ICET Books 2025: Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE) conducts the TS ICET exam every year for MBA and MCA admission. TS ICET exam is a crucial exam for candidates seeking admission to colleges located in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Choosing the right set of books is an essential part of exam preparation. The abundance of study material in the market makes it difficult for an aspirant to decide which on the right set of books. To help you overcome this problem, Shiksha has listed down section-wise books for TS ICET preparation along with recommended study material and key preparation tips.

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Q:   How to choose books for TSICET preparation?

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Candidates preparing for TSICET need not buy any book if they already have books from which they prepared for any other MBA entrance exam. However, if TS ICETB is the only exam for which the candidate is planning to appear, following factors must be kept in mind to choose a book: 1. Check the table of content and book edition 2. Check if the book has its content arranged systematically 3. Read reviews whether the book is for advanced level preparation or basic preparation 4. Author and publisher 5. Does it contain a question bank? 6. Does it have section wise distribution?
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Q:   When to start preparing for the TSICET exam?

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TSICET preparation must take at least two months of time if the candidate has already prepared for any other MBA entrance exam. However, if the candidate is starting the MBA prep journey with the TSICET exam, then the ideal time for preparation must be at least six months before the exam date. Candidates aspiring to qualify for Telangana MBA Admission must pass the TSICET exam. Candidates starting early to prepare for the TSICET exam will have time to prepare at ease. At the start of the preparation plan, candidates must go through the TSICET syllabus and exam pattern. The second step must involve the candidates in analysing their weaknesses and strengths. The later stage of the preparation must include the candidate in preparing a comprehensive study plan with the section-wise division of their time.
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Q:   Are CAT books useful to prepare for TSICET exam?

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TSICET exam and CAT exam are conducted for MBA Admission. While TSICET exam is conducted for admission to colleges in Telangana, CAT is conducted for national level admission. TSICET syllabus is similar to CAT syllabus. All three sections included in the TSICET exam have a place in the CAT syllabus. Although CAT is highly competitive, candidates can use CAT books to prepare for TSICET exam as well. Candidates must go through the TSICET exam topics in comparison to the CAT exam topics while planning to prepare for the exam.
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Q:   Which section is the easiest in TSICET exam?

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The Communication Ability section of the TSICET exam is considered the easiest section among all the sections. Telangana ICET has questions from three sections, namely Analytical Ability, Mathematical Ability, and Communication Ability. Besides the difficulty standards, TSICET exam's Communication Ability section has the least questions, that is 50 questions. The Communication Ability section is further divided into four sub-sections, which include 1) Vocabulary 2) Business and Computer Terminology 3) Functional Grammar 4) Reading Comprehension.
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Section Wise TS ICET 2025 Books

TGCHE conducts TG ICET exam with three different sections. Candidates can get a common book for all three sections or section wise books for TS ICET preparation. The sections for TS ICET exam are as follows:

  • Analytical Ability
  • Mathematical Ability
  • Communication Ability

The following space provides sections wise TS ICET books for preparation.

Q:   What are the subjects included in ICET (Telangana) syllabus?

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Telangana ICET, also known as TS ICET has three sections in the exam. Candidates appearing for the TS ICET exam have to prepare for all three sections, namely Analytical Ability, Mathematical Ability, and Communication Ability. These three sections of TS ICET exam are further divided into sub sections. The details for the sub sections are as follows:

  1. Analytical Ability
    1. Data Sufficiency
    2. Problem Solving
  2. Mathematical Ability
    1. Arithmetical Ability
    2. Algebraical Ability and Geometrical Ability
    3. Statistical Ability
  3. Communication Ability
    1. Vocabulary
    2. Business and Computer Terminology
    3. Functional Grammar
    4. Reading Comprehension
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Q:   What are the best books for TSICET Analytical Ability preparation?

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Candidates can refer to any LRDI books prescribed for MBA preparation to cover the Analytical Ability section of TSICET. Some of the important books for TSICET Analytical Ability section are as follows: 1) Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Nishit Sinha 2) Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Arun Sharma 3) Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams by RS Aggarwal 4) Reasoning Book for Competitive Examinations by Pearson 5) Analytical and Logical Reasoning for Management Entrance Tests by Peeyush Bhardwaj.
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Q:   What are important topics included in TSICET exam's Analytical Ability section?

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Analytical Ability section of TSICET exam has questions from topics in Data Sufficiency and Problem-Solving sub sections. The important topics of Analytical Ability in the TSICET exam include Reasoning, Coding and Decoding Problems, Sequences and Series, Data Interpretation, Data Sufficiency, Problem Solving, Venn Diagrams, Complete the Blank Spaces, Pie Chart, and Data, Time and Arrangement Problems. Both parts of Analytical Ability section do not have equal weightage. Topics under Data Sufficiency frame 20 questions, while topics under Problem Solving frames 55 questions.
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Q:   What are some important topics included in Mathematical Ability section of TSICET exam?

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Mathematical Ability section of TSICET exam is divided into three sub sections, namely Arithmetical Ability, Algebraical and Geometrical Ability and Statistical Ability. These sections have a question weightage of 35:30:10. Some of the important topics included in all these sub sections are Statements and Truth Tables, Areas and Volumes, Powers and Exponents, Relations and Functions Surds, LCM and GDC, Modular Arithmetic and Partnership. Candidates preparing for all these sections based on the Class 12 level books will be able to fetch a good score in TSICET exam's Mathematical Ability section.
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Best Books for TS ICET 2025: Analytical Ability

The Analytical Ability section is divided into two sub-sections―Data Sufficiency and Problem Solving. This section will have questions from Sequences and Series, Data Analysis, Coding and Decoding Problems, Date, Time and Arrangement Problems. Candidates can refer to the following books for Analytical Ability preparation:

Books

Authors

Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation

Nishit Sinha

Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation

Arun Sharma

Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams

RS Aggarwal

Reasoning Book for Competitive Examinations

Pearson

A New Approach to Reasoning

B.S. Sijwali & S. Aijwali Arihant

Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning

RS Aggarwal

Analytical Reasoning

MK Pandey

Multi-Dimensional Reasoning

Mishra & Kumar Dr Lal

Q:   Which is the best textbook for the preparation of ICET and MAT exam?

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Books to ICET (APICET or TSICET) and MAT preparation are as follows:

ICET Books for Mathematical Ability 

  • Tables Book
  • 6Th standard to 10th Standard Mathematics books state level syllabus
  • Quantitative Aptitude by R S Agarwal
  • G.S.R. Book for ICET (G.S.R Publications)
  • Quicker Maths

ICET Books for Analytical Ability

  • Reasoning R S Agarwal
  • Time Material
  • Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation by Nishit Sinha
  • Reasoning Book for Competitive Examinations by Pearson

ICET Books for Communication Ability

  • Word Power Made Easy for Vocabulary
  • Wren and Martin for English Grammar
  • English Novels and tales for Reading Comprehension
  • Daily Newspaper business column for Business terminology

Candidates must read newspapers and study material by coaching institutes to prepare for computers.

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Q:   What are the best books for TSICET Mathematical Ability preparation?

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Candidates can refer to the Mathematics textbooks prescribed until Class 12 by the education board in India. Mathematical Ability questions in TSICET are based on the 10+2 level syllabus. Some of the important books for TSICET Mathematical Ability preparation include 1) Mathematics for MBA Entrance Examinations by Dr. RS Aggarwal 2) Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma 3) Mathematics Class 11th and 12th by RD Sharma Besides the above-mentioned books, candidates can also refer to the NCERT books which are readily available online as well as in the nearby bookstore.
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Q:   What are some important topics included in Communication Ability section of TSICET exam?

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The Communication Ability section of the TSICET exam has four sub-sections. These sub-sections compile to fetch 50 questions. The division of topics with weightage under the Communication Ability is as follows:

  • Vocabulary: 10
  • Business and Computer Terminology: 10
  • Functional Grammar: 15
  • Reading Comprehension: 15

With respect to the question weight, 60 per cent of the questions in the Communication Ability section are based on Functional Grammar and Reading Comprehension. While the remaining 40 per cent is fetched by questions on Vocabulary and Business and Computer Terminology.

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Best Books for TS ICET 2025: Mathematical Ability

The Mathematical Ability section is divided into three sub-sections ─ arithmetic ability, algebraical ability and geometrical ability and statistical ability. Candidates can refer to the following books for Mathematical Ability preparation:

Books

Authors

How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT

Arun Sharma

Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams

RS Aggarwal

Mathematics for MBA Entrance Examinations

Dr. RS Aggarwal

Fast Track Objective Arithmetic

Rajesh Verma/ Arihant Publications; Fourth Edition (2018)

Mathematics Class 11th and 12th

RD Sharma

Vedic Mathematics

Dr. Aditi Singhal

Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT Common Admission Tests

Sarvesh K. Verma

Best Books for TS ICET 2025: Communication Ability

The Communication Ability part poses questions from Vocabulary, Business and Computer Terminology, Functional Grammar and reading comprehension. Refer to the following books for Communication Ability preparation:

Books

Authors

High School English Grammar

Wren and Martin

Proficiency in Reading Comprehension Simplifying the “Passage” for you

Ajay Singh

Word Power Made Easy

Norman Lewis

Grammar Error Spot

A.Uphadhaya

Objective General English

SP Bakshi

Better English

Norman Lewis

Common Reference Books for TSICET 2023 Preparation

In addition to the section-wise reference books mentioned above, the candidates can also refer to the common reference books listed below.

Books

Authors/Publishers

Integrated Common Entrance Test (Complete Success Package)

Arihant Publications

ICET Model Papers

Vikram Editorial Board

Kiran’s ICET for MBA/MCA 2009 to 2019 Solved Papers (English)

1866 Kiran Prakashan

TS ICET 2020 for MBA/MCA

SIA Experts

ICET Previous Years Solved Papers

Praxis Group

TS ICET Preparation using Previous Year's Question Paper

Following are the benefits of solving previous year TS ICET question paper and mocks

  • It will help you understand the TSICET exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level of the question paper
  • You will come across a variety of questions in TSICET sample papers that will put you in a better position for the exam
  • It will also be helpful in improving your speed, accuracy and time management skill
  • It will also help you evaluate your TSICET Preparation. Based on performance, you can identify your strengths and weaknesses.
  • It will also help you devise a section-wise strategy for the TSICET exam

TS ICET 2025 Preparation Tips

  • More than the number of hours, you must ensure that each study session is productive
  • Prepare a list of shortcuts, tricks and formulas. Go for the unconventional way only when it's not time-consuming. 
  • Make a list of topics that require extra attention and take measures to fix your weak areas
  • Solve at least 15 to 20 TS ICET mock tests in the last two months to the examination
  • Revise without fail. Ensure that you lay equal emphasis on all the four sections as all of them have equal weightage

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The TSICET cutoff for admission to MBA/PGDM courses at R.G. Kedia College of Commerce is generally based on the TSICET exam scores and the candidate's ranking. The cutoff varies each year depending on factors such as the number of applicants, seat availability, and overall exam performance. For inst

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The important dates for the TSICET application process for admission to MBA/PGDM courses in Telangana, including at R.G. Kedia College of Commerce, are as follows:

  • Commencement of Online Application Submission: March 7, 2024
  • Last Date for Online Application Submission: April 30, 2024
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To gain admission to the MBA/PGDM course at R.G. Kedia College of Commerce, candidates are typically required to have a valid TSICET score. However, some applicants may also be admitted based on merit if they meet the eligibility criteria, including the graduation percentage and other requirements a

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Here are the important dates for the TSICET 2025 registration and examination process for admission to R.G. Kedia College of Commerce MBA/PGDM:

 

- Notification of TSICET - 2025: March 1, 2025 (Tuesday)

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Telangana State Integrated Common Entrance Test Cutoff Nava Bharathi College of PG Studies, Andhra Pradesh Cutoff will vary year after year. It depends on the number of applicants across the state and other important factors such as available seats. Mainly, cutoff marks are announced after the TSICE

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The average date of declaration for the result of TS ICET is declared by Telangana State Council of Higher Education. The schedule applies to every college. In general, the results of TS ICET are declared by TSCHE in the first or second week of June, depending on dates of exams. The candidates can l

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Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute of Management and Technology accepts TS EAMCET etnrance exam scores for admission to the MBA course. As per the B.R. Ambedkar College Institute of Management and Technology TSICET cutoff 2024 for Round 1, the rank for the MBA course stood at 4481 for the General Home Stat

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Yatendra Kumar

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The Palamuru University cutoff 2024 has been released for the Home State quota. As per the BDRK TSICET cutoff 2024, the closing rank for MBA course stood at 11543. Similarly, for the OBC Home State category, the MBA cutoff is 54377. Comparing the previous year cutoff for MBA, a decline in the cutoff

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The SNIST cutoff 2024 has been concluded for the MBA course. For getting into Sreenidhi University of Sciences and Technology in the next admission sessions, the candidates need to score less than 7000 rank. This is becauses, as per SNIST TSICET cutoff 2024, the Last Round for MBA course stood at 73

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The minimum rank needed for General Home State category candidates for the MBA course is 3108. Bhavan's Vivekananda College releases TSICET seat Allotment lists for admission to the MBA courses in India. Bhavan's Vivekananda College cutoff 2024 has not been released for the General All India categor

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