Study Materials for SPMM (Store Procedure & Material Management)
Store Procedure & Material Management involves the systematic process of receiving, storing, and handling materials in an organized manner to ensure they are available, safe, and in good condition when needed. It includes controlling inventory, preventing damage or loss, and issuing materials efficiently to support smooth production or operational activities. The goal is to optimize storage space, minimize costs, and ensure timely supply of materials to the right users.
OFB Materials
- OFIL Ambarnath (Store Procedure): https://ldcemocktest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Store-procedure-OFILAM-imp.pdf
- Materials Accounting: https://ldcemocktest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Materials-Accounting.pdf
- Summary of Material Management Manual: https://ldcemocktest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Summary-of-Material-Management-Manual.pdf
- Store Management: https://ldcemocktest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Store-Management.pdf
- MM _ Stores: https://ldcemocktest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MM-_-Stores.pdf
- MATERIALS MANAGEMENT & STORES: https://ldcemocktest.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MATERIALS-MANAGEMENT-STORES.pdf
Material planning
- Manual for Procurement of Goods (Govt. of India) — demand estimation, procurement planning, lead time, when to procure: https://ibm.gov.in/writereaddata/files/172656543466e94c3aeff78Manual_for_Procurement_of_Goods_Second_Edition__2024_with_OM.pdf
- General Financial Rules, 2017 (consolidated up to 31‑07‑2024) — Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance: https://doe.gov.in/files/circulars_document/FInal_GFR_upto_31_07_2024.pdf
Provisioning procedure (ordering quantity, lead time, sources, make-or-buy)
- Procurement chapter with GeM/tendering, RC use, inspection, and delivery terms: https://nitdgp.ac.in/uploads/82cb81c7ee80d79b8ac80bda680fce40.pdf
- Stores & Materials Management overview slides for provisioning logic and make-or-buy cues: http://www.ipweelearning.org.in/images/PDF/Lecture_PPT/L-1/L_stores%20&%20Materials%20Management.pdf
Store management — general
- Materials and Store Management study text (layout, custody, preservation basics): https://dde.pondiuni.edu.in/files/StudyMaterials/MBA/MBA3Semester/OSCM/4MaterialsandStoreManagement.pdf
Storage of hazardous and dangerous goods
- CPCB integrated guidance for storage/segregation, compatibility, PPE, emergency planning: https://cpcb.nic.in/uploads/Guidelines_integrated_guidance_framework.pdf
- State factory guidance with practical storage norms and limits (useful for examples): https://mahadish.in/media/post_image/chemical_Factories.pdf
Stores preservation
- DPS Stores Manual chapter on preservation/handling: https://www.dps.gov.in/english/stores-manual.aspx (browse chapters)
Security aspects of stores management
- Vigilance/administration practices for custody, receipt/issue controls, stock accountability: https://nacin.gov.in/Documents/e-Books/Vadodara/final%20vigilance%20manual.pdf
- ISTM Information Handbook sections on decision processes and custody of records (controls mindset): https://www.istm.gov.in/userfiles/RTI-Hand-Book2024-25.pdf
Inventory control (EOQ, ordering systems, provisioning, stock control)
- Inventory control primers with EOQ and basic models: http://www.ipweelearning.org.in/images/PDF/Lecture_PPT/L-1/L_stores%20&%20Materials%20Management.pdf
- University unit on Purchase & Stores Management including inventory methods: https://www.egyankosh.ac.in/bitstream/123456789/30798/1/Unit-6.pdf
Material handling
- Stores layout, handling equipment, safety in handling overview: http://www.ipweelearning.org.in/images/PDF/Lecture_PPT/L-1/L_stores%20&%20Materials%20Management.pdf
- Materials and Store Management text — material handling systems and ergonomics: https://dde.pondiuni.edu.in/files/StudyMaterials/MBA/MBA3Semester/OSCM/4MaterialsandStoreManagement.pdf
- Hazardous chemicals handling norms and segregation for acids, kerosene, paints, lubricants: https://cpcb.nic.in/uploads/Guidelines_integrated_guidance_framework.pdf
Disposal of surplus stores, scrap and waste products
- Customs/indirect tax Disposal Manual (robust procedures applicable to government disposal workflows): https://nacin.gov.in/Documents/e-Books/Vadodara/Disposal%20Manual%2021.12.19.pdf