The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has announced 135 vacancies for the post of Audit Inspector under Advt. No. 01/2025. This is a golden opportunity for commerce graduates to secure a prestigious government job in Punjab’s cooperative and financial sector.
In this article, we’ll cover:
- ✅ Detailed syllabus (Part A & Part B)
- 📚 Recommended books and resources
- 🧠 A strategic 60-day study plan
- 📥 Download links for syllabus PDF and mock tests
Table of Contents
📝Audit Inspector: Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Section | Topics | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Awareness, Reasoning, English, Punjabi, ICT | 40 | 40 |
| Part B | Subject-Specific (Commerce & Accounting) | 80 | 80 |
| Total | — | 120 | 120 |
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Mode: OMR-based (Offline)
📚 Part A: General Awareness & Language (40 Marks)
1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs (10 Marks)
- Polity, Environment, Economy, Science & Tech
- Indian Freedom Struggle, Sports, Cinema, Literature, Geography
Books:
- Lucent’s GK
- Daily Current Affairs (The Hindu, PIB, RankersChoice.com)
2. Punjab History & Culture (5 Marks)
- Ancient Punjab, Bhakti & Sufi Movements
- Sikh Gurus, Adi Granth, Freedom Movements
Books:
- Punjab History & Culture on RankersChoice.com
- NCERT Class 10–12 History (Punjab chapters)
3. Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability (10 Marks)
- Coding-Decoding, Series, Blood Relations
- Basic Arithmetic, Data Interpretation
Books:
- RS Aggarwal’s Reasoning
- Fast Track Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma
4. English Language (5 Marks)
- Grammar, Tenses, Voice, Narration
- Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms
Books:
- RankersChoice.com
- Objective General English by SP Bakshi
5. Punjabi Language (5 Marks)
- Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Correction
Books:
- Punjabi Grammar on RankersChoice.com
6. ICT (5 Marks)
- Basics of Computers, Internet, MS Office
Books:
- Computer Awareness by Arihant
📊 Part B: Subject-Specific Syllabus (80 Marks)
This section is based on B.Com-level topics and is the most scoring part of the paper.
🔹 Financial Accounting
- Journal, Ledger, Trial Balance, Final Accounts
- Depreciation, BRS, Partnership Accounts
- Consignment, Joint Venture, E-Accounting (Tally ERP 9)
Books:
- T.S. Grewal’s Financial Accounting
- Tally ERP 9.0 User Manual
🔹 Corporate Accounting (Companies Act, 2013)
- Shares & Debentures, Bonus & Right Issues
- Final Accounts, Amalgamation, Liquidation
Books:
- Corporate Accounting by M.C. Shukla
🔹 Management Accounting
- Financial Statements, Ratio Analysis
- Fund Flow, Cash Flow, Comparative Statements
Books:
- Management Accounting by Khan & Jain
🔹 Cost Accounting
- Cost Sheet, Material & Labour Accounting
- Overheads, CVP Analysis, Break-Even Point
Books:
- Cost Accounting by M.N. Arora
- Cost & Management Accounting by Ravi M. Kishore
🔹 Marginal Costing & Budgeting
- Marginal vs Absorption Costing
- Budget Types, ZBB, Performance Budgeting
Books:
- Advanced Cost Accounting by Jain & Narang
🔹 Standard Costing & Variance Analysis
- Material, Labour, Overhead Variances
Books:
- Cost Accounting by V.K. Saxena
📆 60-Day Study Plan
| Week | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Week 1–2 | Part A: GK, Punjab Culture, Reasoning |
| Week 3–4 | Financial & Corporate Accounting |
| Week 5 | Cost Accounting + ICT |
| Week 6 | Management Accounting + English & Punjabi |
| Week 7 | Mock Tests + Revision |
| Week 8 | Full-Length Practice Papers & Doubt Clearing |
📥 Download Resources
🎯 Final Tips for Aspirants
- Focus on Part B for maximum scoring potential
- Practice previous year papers and mock tests regularly
- Use bilingual resources (English + Punjabi) for better retention
- Stay updated with Punjab-specific current affairs
- Revise formulas, formats, and definitions weekly
For more study materials, mock tests, and video lectures in Punjabi and English, visit RankersChoice.com — your trusted companion for competitive exam success in Punjab.
At RankersChoice.com, we’re committed to empowering aspirants with the right tools, strategies, and resources to succeed. Whether you’re just starting your preparation or revising in the final stretch, our expert-curated content, mock tests, and bilingual support will guide you every step of the way. Stay focused, stay consistent—and success will follow. 🌟📘