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📋 Exam Syllabus
1. Engineering Mathematics:
Differential and Integral Calculus
Linear Algebra
Differential Equations
Probability and Statistics
Numerical Methods
2. Engineering Mechanics:
Laws of motion
Friction
Kinematics and Dynamics of particles and rigid bodies
Work and Energy
Conservation laws
Impulse and Momentum
3. Basic Electrical Engineering:
Circuit Analysis
Ohm's Law
Kirchhoff's Laws
AC and DC Circuits
Transformers
Electrical Machines
4. Mechanical Engineering (for relevant streams):
Thermodynamics
Fluid Mechanics
Strength of Materials
Theory of Machines
Engineering Materials
Manufacturing Processes
Civil Engineering (for relevant streams):
Structural Analysis
Concrete Technology
Soil Mechanics
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics
Transportation Engineering
Environmental Engineering
5. Electronics and Communication Engineering:
Electronic Devices and Circuits
Digital Electronics
Signals and Systems
Analog and Digital Communication
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
Electromagnetic Theory
6. Computer Science Engineering:
Data Structures and Algorithms
Programming Languages (C, C++, Java, etc.)
Database Management Systems
Computer Networks
Operating Systems
Software Engineering
7. General Awareness:
Current Affairs (national and international)
Indian History, Geography, and Polity
Indian Economy
Science and Technology
Sports and Awards
8. English Language:
Vocabulary
Grammar
Comprehension
Synonyms and Antonyms
Sentence Correction
📖 Exam Preparation Notes
Books:
Engineering Mathematics:
"Higher Engineering Mathematics" by B.S. Grewal
"Advanced Engineering Mathematics" by Erwin Kreyszig
Mechanical Engineering:
"Mechanical Engineering: Conventional and Objective Types" by R.S. Khurmi and J.K. Gupta
"Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach" by Yunus A. Cengel and Michael A. Boles
Electrical Engineering:
"Electrical Engineering: Concepts and Applications" by S.A. Reza Zekavat
"Basic Electrical Engineering" by D.P. Kothari and I.J. Nagrath
Civil Engineering:
"Civil Engineering: Conventional and Objective Type" by R.S. Khurmi and J.K. Gupta
"Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering" by Dr. K.R. Arora
Electronics and Communication Engineering:
"Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory" by Robert L. Boylestad and Louis Nashelsky
"Communication Systems" by Simon Haykin
Computer Science Engineering:
"Introduction to Algorithms" by Thomas H. Cormen, Charles E. Leiserson, Ronald L. Rivest, and Clifford Stein
"Computer Organization and Design: The Hardware/Software Interface" by David A. Patterson and John L. Hennessy
Websites:
NPTEL (National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning):
NPTEL provides free online courses and video lectures on various engineering subjects. You can find lectures covering topics relevant to the TGC exam.
Website: nptel.ac.in
Coursera:
Coursera offers courses from universities and institutions worldwide, including engineering topics. You can find courses on mathematics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and more.
Website: coursera.org
GeeksforGeeks:
GeeksforGeeks is a platform that provides tutorials, articles, and practice questions related to computer science and programming. It can be useful for computer science engineering subjects.
Website: geeksforgeeks.org
BYJU'S Exam Prep:
BYJU'S Exam Prep (formerly Gradeup) offers study material, practice tests, and quizzes for various competitive exams, including engineering exams.
Website: gradeup.co
Indian Army Official Website:
The Indian Army's official website may provide study material or recommended resources for candidates preparing for the TGC exam.