For clearing PMP exam, which one should I read - PMBOK 6th edition or 7th edition?

Vishakh -

The PMBOK Guide is just one of the many references used on the exam. To complement the 7th edition, you can use the Process Groups: A Practice Guide document which is available from PMI's website.

Kiron

Vishakh Gurjal I understand your concern! While the 7th edition of PMBOK is the latest version, it's indeed more concise and focused on principles rather than processes. If you already have the 7th edition, I suggest supplementing it with additional study materials that focus on the process groups and knowledge areas, as the 6th edition questions are still relevant.

Remember, the PMP exam tests your understanding of project management concepts, so it's essential to have a solid grasp of both the process groups and knowledge areas.

Stay focused, stay consistent, and you'll do great! Good luck with your exam prep! All the best :-)

Vishakh, in general, for the PMP, here is what I suggest candidates do:

1) Read through the Exam Content Outline (ECO), PMBOK 6th Edition (Including the Agile Extension as lots of questions are Agile / Hybrid based) and then read the PMBOK 7th edition. Alternatively, you can read through the ECO, PMBOK 7th edition and then go through the new Process Groups Practice Guide.

2) Go through Rita Mulchay’s Exam Prep book, I think its 11th edition now, but double check. This is one of the best resources for exam preparation.

3) After you are done, purchase the Simulator Package through PM Prep Cast and practice as much as you can. This is a great simulator and resource for questions that mimic the real exam and will boost your confidence the more you practice.

4) If you want a course to fulfill your 35 Hours then check Joseph Phillips on Udemy. He is a PMI ATP and great instructor or check out PMI's self-paced course in the PMI Store.

Hope this helps - Good Luck!