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Which study and office supplies should you buy?

A Casio scientific calculator, a 12-pack of Classmate notebooks, Parker and Pilot pens, a Kangaro stapler and Post-it notes.

By Siddhi Panchal · Updated October 23, 2026

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Quick picks

Best forPickWhy
MathsCasio fx-991ES Plus 2nd EditionNon-programmable scientific calculator with 417 functions and textbook-style display
NotesClassmate Long Notebooks (Pack of 12)12 single-line A4 long notebooks on chlorine-free paper
GiftingParker Vector Roller Ball PenStainless steel roller ball pen with chrome trim, refillable
Daily writingPilot V7 Hi-Tecpoint (2 pens + 4 cartridges)Liquid-ink roller ball pens with a refill cartridge system
StaplingKangaro HP-45 StaplerAll-metal stapler with quick loading and a reload indicator
RemindersPost-it Sticky Note Cube (200 sheets)Cube of 200 sticky notes in four colours, 3 × 3 inches
417 functions

Best for maths

Casio fx-991ES Plus 2nd Edition

Non-programmable scientific calculator with 417 functions and textbook-style display.

Catch: Non-programmable, by design.

Functions417
DisplayNatural Textbook Display
PowerLR44 battery
CaseSlide-on hard case
Warranty3 years

Source: Casio's official Amazon.in store listing.

Price on Amazon.in

12 notebooks

Best for notes

Classmate Long Notebooks (Pack of 12)

12 single-line A4 long notebooks on chlorine-free paper.

Catch: Cover designs vary with stock.

Pack12
Size297 × 210 mm
RulingSingle line
PaperElemental chlorine free

Source: Classmate's official Amazon.in store listing.

Price on Amazon.in

Refillable

Best for gifting

Parker Vector Roller Ball Pen

Stainless steel roller ball pen with chrome trim, refillable.

Catch: Single pen, blue ink.

TypeRoller ball
Line0.3 mm
BodyStainless steel, chrome trim
InkBlue, refillable

Source: Parker's official Amazon.in store listing.

Price on Amazon.in

Cartridge refills

Best for daily writing

Pilot V7 Hi-Tecpoint (2 pens + 4 cartridges)

Liquid-ink roller ball pens with a refill cartridge system.

Catch: 0.7 mm line, broader than the Parker.

Pack2 pens, 4 cartridges
Line0.7 mm
InkLiquid, blue
ExtrasVisible ink level, pocket clip

Source: Pilot's official Amazon.in store listing.

Price on Amazon.in

All metal

Best for stapling

Kangaro HP-45 Stapler

All-metal stapler with quick loading and a reload indicator.

Catch: Colour may vary.

BodyAll metal, plastic cover
LoadingQuick load
Size17.5 × 7 cm
Weight260 g

Source: kangaro's official Amazon.in store listing.

Price on Amazon.in

4 colours

Best for reminders

Post-it Sticky Note Cube (200 sheets)

Cube of 200 sticky notes in four colours, 3 × 3 inches.

Catch: Single cube; refills sold separately.

Sheets200 (4 × 50)
Size3 × 3 in (72 mm)
Colours4

Source: Post-It's official Amazon.in store listing.

Price on Amazon.in

How we picked

We picked one product per job from brands with an official store on Amazon.in, and checked that each was live and in stock on 23 Oct 2026. Specs come from the brand's own website where it publishes them; otherwise from the brand's official Amazon.in store listing, and each pick names its source. We show no price unless it comes live from Amazon.in with the time it was checked. None of these have been tested hands-on yet.

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FAQs

Is the Casio fx-991ES Plus programmable?

No. Casio lists it as non-programmable, with 417 functions.

Which pen writes finer?

Parker lists a 0.3 mm line for the Vector roller ball; Pilot lists 0.7 mm for the V7.

How many sheets does the Post-it cube have?

200 sheets: four colours of 50, each 3 × 3 inches.

Have you tested these hands-on?

Not yet. This guide is research-based, from each brand's published specs. We will say so clearly when one has been tested.

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