Reasoning Book With Piyush Varshney Edition- 01 May 2026
The Reasoning Book with Piyush Varshney (Edition 01) , published by PV Publication in early 2021, is a specialized study guide designed to help students master verbal and non-verbal reasoning for competitive exams. Authored by Piyush Varshney, a veteran educator with over 10 years of experience, the book is built on the "solve without pen and paper" philosophy, emphasizing mental shortcuts and conceptual clarity. Core Structure and Content
Who should skip it?
Cons (Things to be aware of)
- Weight: Due to the high page count (approx. 700+ pages), it is physically heavy. Not ideal for daily commuting unless you tear it into sections.
- Price Point: It is slightly more expensive than standard Kiran or Arihant publications, though the price is justified by the content depth.
- Not for Absolute Beginners: If you have never attempted a single puzzle in your life, start with a basic NCERT aptitude book first, then switch to this edition.
Who Should Buy This Book?
- SSC Aspirants (CGL, CHSL, CPO): The book is heavily aligned with the SSC syllabus and pattern.
- Banking Aspirants (IBPS PO/Clerk, SBI): While the banking reasoning section is more puzzles-heavy, the foundational chapters and puzzle practice provided in this book are highly beneficial.
- Hindi Medium Students: It serves as an excellent bridge for students who struggle to understand reasoning concepts in English-medium books.
Who should buy it?
Analytical: Statement & Conclusion, Data Sufficiency, and Inequalities. Reasoning Book with Piyush Varshney Edition- 01
Strengths
- Practical and exam-oriented; useful for bank, SSC, railway, and other objective exams.
- Compact and starter-friendly—good for self-study and revision.
- Emphasizes shortcuts that save time under exam pressure.
Step-by-Step Explanations: Unlike standard practice books, this edition provides detailed conceptual explanations before moving into practice sets, making it suitable for self-study without constant coaching. Comprehensive Chapter Breakdown The Reasoning Book with Piyush Varshney (Edition 01)