Preparing for the insurance exam is tough. It gets tricky when one has to choose the best reference books for preparation. In this article, Examin experts list down Top 10 Best Books for OICL AO exam Preparation 2018.

The first step towards successful OICL preparation is choosing the right book for OICL AO exam. However, aspirants should avoid referring to too many books at a time, as it leads to confusion.

 

So you are targeting OICL 2018? Confused with which book to refer? Don’t worry! Given below is a list of Best Books for OICL AO exam Preparation 2018. It can help in supplementing your OICL Preparation. Read on.

 

 

#1. Insurance Officer Exams AAO,AO & ADO Solved Papers (NICL/LIC/OIC/UIICL/OICL) (2013 – 2002) – (English):

 

Insurance Officer(NICL) Exam AAO, AO, ADO & Other Exams Previous Year Solved Papers-English From 2002 to 2013 Content :- Total 28 Sets 19 Model Solved Papers 7 Current Affairs Solved Paper United India Insurance AO 26.05.2013 LIC Assistant officer AAO 12.05.2013 LIC ADO officer 03.02.2013 United India Insurance AAO 03.06.2012 GIC AAO Exam 11.12.2011 New India Assurance AAO 22.05.2011 United India Insurance AO 27.03.2011 LIC ADO 13.06.2010 Oriental Insurance AO Exam 09.05.2010 New India Assurance AO Exam 25.10.2009 LIC AAO 07.06.2009 LIC ADO 06.07.2008 LIC AAO 2008 LIC ADO 10.06.2007 LIC ADO 20.08.2006 LIC AAO 2006 LIC AAO 24.04.2005 LIC ADO 2005 United India Insurance 21.04.2002 Useful for :- Life Insurance Corporation of India New India Assurance Co. ltd. United India Insurance Co. Ltd. National Insurance Co. Ltd. Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd. & Other Insurance Companies AAO, AO, ADO & Others.

 

#2. L.I.C./G.I.C./O.I.C. A.A.O. Assistant Administrative Officers Exam 1 Edition:

 

LIC/ GIC/ OIC Assistant Administrative Officer’s Exam by Dr. Lal and Jain is designed to prepare candidates for the examination conducted for the post of Assistant Administrative Officer in the Life Insurance Corporation, General Insurance Corporation and the Oriental Insurance Company. The book is designed according to the syllabus prescribed for the exam and is thus highly reliable. The book prepares the candidate with his skill in reasoning, numbers and the English language. It also keeps a candidate updated with all the current affairs and general knowledge, both of which are very important to a candidate cracking the exam. The book also helps the candidate in the writing of essays, precise writing and works on improving his comprehension.

 

#3 . A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning:

 

The book is laid in two sections that tease, test and ultimately improve one’s reasoning skills. The first section deals with verbal reasoning. This section has further been divided into two sub-divisions that elaborate on various ways how verbal reasoning is tested and how to apply logic to arrive at the answer. The second section, entitled Non Verbal Reasoning has sub-divisions that acquaints a student about an analytical approach towards solving non-verbal reasoning problems.

Reasoning, both verbal and non-verbal, make up a important section of not only the public examinations like income tax, bank, civil services but are also integral for entrance examinations conducted for admissions into MBA, hotel management, MCA and B.Ed programs as well. Hence, a handy book such as this one is a necessity for the students preparing for any of them. Written in crisp, clear and easy to understand language with proper illustrations wherever necessary, this book provides detailed information on the subject.

 

#4. Analytical Reasoning:

 

The book ‘Analytical Reasoning’ is an effective study material to work on one’s logical and Reasoning skills. Authored by M.K. Pandey, the book is specially published keeping in mind the formats and requirements of various competitive exams. It focuses on establishing the basics around the topic of logic and reasoning. The author uses clear and logical language using comprehensive descriptions of topics like Data Sufficiency, Strengthening and Weakening Arguments, Coded Relationships, Analytical Decision-Making and Evaluating Inferences and explains effectively, allowing the students to grasp the key concepts.

To help students in planning their studies efficiently, this book is divided in two segments: Reasoning based on Logic and Reasoning based on Rules. Reasoning based on logic contains segments like the basics of logic, assumptions, evaluating inferences and forcefulness of arguments etc. The second section of Reasoning based on Rules contains segments like a syllogism, analytical decision, input-output miscellaneous, coded inequalities and problem-solving etc. Various competitive examinations like CAT and GMAT include Analytical Reasoning in their syllabus and hence it is crucial for students to have complete knowledge of this subject. This book provides ample knowledge and sheds light on all crucial aspects of Analytical Reasoning. The focus of this book is on basics of the subject of logic and reasoning and includes discussions on argument-based questions, assumption-based questions as well as questions based on inference. It provides the students with all the necessary skill set and trick set to solve the logical and analytical reasoning problems in competitive exams quickly and more importantly correctly. Along with complete details of topics, this study material offers students enough practice through questions. Every chapter begins with important points, detailed explanation and has questions for practice at the end. The questions are selected keeping in mind the needs and structure of competitive exams. It is an ideal book for building a strong foundation for analytical reasoning.

 

#5. Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations:

 

The Quantitative Aptitude For Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal is a handbook of mathematical questions covering the extensive syllabi taken into consideration by most public competitive examinations held in the country every year. The book covers a complete range of questions, with thoroughly worked out solutions in detail.

The book has been divided into two sections, namely Arithmetic ability and data interpretation. While the former portion focuses on numbers, cube roots, decimal fractions, permutations and combinations, H.C.F & L.C.M, surds & indices and probability among the rest, the latter section provides detailed information on data tabulation, including pie charts and graphs.

The exercises after each chapter is well-designed and has complete and detailed explanation to aid the students to understand whether the sums have been done correctly or not and also to make the students understand how to arrive at the solution, should one be stuck while attempting to solve a particularly difficult sum.

 

#6. Advance maths for General Competitions:

 

 

For the aspirants of the staff selection commission examination, this book contain various type question chapter-wise on advanced maths for ssc cgl with error free solution. This book also helpful for ssc cpo, delhi police, fci, mts, chsl and other ssc, bank examination. This book is in english language.

 

 

 

 

 

 

#7. Manorama Yearbook 2015:

 

The largest selling and the most renowned compendium on general knowledge and current affairs, this is Manorama Yearbook’s special edition on completing 50th year of publication. The Manorama Yearbook covers a wide array of topics ranging from science, technology, space-science, geography, history, literature and ethics to politics, entertainment, environment, IT, International relations, sports and current affairs and is widely used by students, researchers, scholars, media persons, planners and even by candidates preparing for competitive examinations.

A comprehensive book covering 1, 040 pages, the Manorama Year Book 2015 is a treasure-house of statistics and information that aids in the preparation of various competitive examinations, including the UPSC, PSC, Railways, Banks and even Civil Services examinations, to name a few.

This special 50th edition brings to the readers a CD of Britannica Encyclopaedia along with a set of seven eBooks on 100 most influential personalities that includes the likes of Nirupama Devi, Kiran Bedi, APJ Abdul Kalam and many others. Besides, this CD also contains 1, 000 Quiz Bonanza that covers 50 different topics from across the world.

 

#8. India 2017:

 

India 2017 is a reference annual that has been authored by experts on the board with the Publication Division of the Indian Government.

The reference book is an authoritative compilation of the complete information about the current affairs of the country, which includes important dignitaries, state policy, public schemes and important data related to demographics, trade, economy, and others.

Being a government publication, the information presented is authentic that is also used as a reference source by researchers, media and reputed publications. The book is brought out on a yearly basis and updates all the data related to development in the country regularly. Information ranging from urban to rural India, industry to infrastructure, art and culture, technology and science to the economy, health, defense, education and mass communication is put together. Information about sports, national events and international events having relevance to India are also presented in this book.
The sections on Current Affairs and General Knowledge portion presented in India 2016 is one of the most authentic information sources as it is officially stamped and released by government publishing house. A clear, precise and updated population table even presents the latest population estimates of the nation, for a census is only done once in a decade.

Although the book contains much information about the working of the Government, its functioning, and its various agencies, it is written in easy to understand the language that is precise and updated.

 

#9. High School English Grammar and Composition:

 

High School English Grammar and Composition is one of the most widely used reference books for learning English Grammar. This book has been used extensively across various countries like India, Pakistan, and Burma. This book is one in a series of books that have been written by Wren and Martin. The book was published for the first time, in the year 1935. In every chapter of this book, its readers have been continually provided with all that they need to know, concerning various grammar topics. From forming sentences to using verbs, relative pronouns and much more, High School English Grammar and Composition is a book that can guide you on every step of the way, as you study English Grammar in detail. The readers of this book are also given useful instructions pertaining to writing essays, letters, stories, and autobiographies. Countless exercises on grammatical concepts and composition have been provided in this book, which is beneficial in helping readers practice what they have learned through the course of this book. The revised edition of High School English Grammar and Composition has been published by S. Chand Publishing, in the year 1995 and is available in paperback.

Key Features:

• This book has been based on J.C. Nestfield’s book, which is the Manual of English Grammar and Composition.
• The book is inclusive of 84 chapters, which pertain to English Grammar and Composition.

 

 

#10. Descriptive English:

 

This book has been designed for CSAT, Civil Services (Mains), PCS (Civil & Judiciary), IBPS, TGT & PGT (English) & various other competitive examinations. This book has been divided into 4 Parts – Part A: Writing Skills, Part B: Comprehension Skills, Part C: Grammar Skills & Part D: Verbal Skills. Part A has been further divide into Essay Writing, Short Essay Writing & Expansion Writing. Each chapter contains detailed theory including a number of sample examples in a simple & easier way to understand the topics well. Workbook Exercises have been provided in between the chapters for Part B, C & D. Answers for all the questions have been given at the end of the section.

 

 

 

 

Apart from studying theory, one should also have books that comprise of Best Books for Oriental Insurance company AO exam Preparation 2018. This could be of great help during the OICL 2018 revision.

 

 

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