NEET Syllabus 2026: Subject-Wise Topics, Exam Pattern & Prep Guide

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• Jun 15, 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has designed NEET 2026 syllabus based on latest NCERT Class 11 and 12 textbooks. The syllabus includes all key topics from Physics, Chemistry and Biology that are important for medical entrance examination. As per the revised NCERT curriculum, NTA has removed a few repeated and unnecessary topics from syllabus this year. NEET 2026 aspirants are advised to review official syllabus carefully so they know which chapters to focus on and which topics have been dropped. The purpose of exam is to determine applicants' eligibility for admission to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and BVSc undergraduate programs in India. A clear understanding of updated syllabus helps students plan their preparation better, focus on key areas and feel more confident in exam.

NEET UG 2026 Official Syllabus Overview

NEET UG exam syllabus includes a detailed list of topics and subjects that students need to study to prepare for the exam. It covers Physics, Chemistry and Biology as per the NCERT syllabus for Classes 11th and 12th. Understanding the syllabus allows students to focus on important chapters and skip unnecessary topics. The following table outlines all important topics of NEET UG 2026 syllabus for students’ convenience.

Subject	Class 11 Topics Included	Class 12 Topics Included	Remarks
Physics	Yes (as per NCERT)	Yes (as per NCERT)	Based on the updated NCERT syllabus
Chemistry	Yes (Physical, Organic & Inorganic)	Yes (Physical, Organic & Inorganic)	Overlapping topics removed
Biology	Yes (Botany & Zoology)	Yes (Botany & Zoology)	Strictly NCERT-based

NEET UG 2026 Exam Pattern for Candidates

NEET exam 2026 details are essential for students to plan their preparation effectively. When applicants know the subjects, marks, question count and time limit, they can plan smarter and focus on topics that matter most. Candidates are advised to check information mentioned below.

Information	Details
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test
Total Questions	200 MCQs (180 to be answered)
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry and Biology
Marks per Question	4 marks for correct answer
Negative Marking	-1 mark for incorrect answer
Total Marks	720 marks
Duration of Re-Exam	3 hours 15 Minutes (2:00 PM to 5:15 PM) (195 Minutes)
Language	Hindi, English and Regional Languages
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions

NEET UG 2026 Subject-Wise Detailed Syllabus

NEET UG syllabus for 2026 academic year is based on updated NCERT Class 11th and 12th textbooks that provide a detailed look at all topics in Physics, Chemistry and Biology. It helps candidates to identify the key chapters and organize their preparation for optimal performance in the exam.

Physics Syllabus

NEET 2026 Physics syllabus is based on NCERT Physics books for Classes 11th and 12th. All key concepts, laws and practical applications are covered and NEET questions are largely based on these NCERT chapters.

Chapter	Topics Covered
Laws of Motion	Circular Motion, Newton's laws and friction
Kinematics	Motion, Projectile Motion, Vectors and Circular Motion
Rotational Motion	Angular Momentum, Torque and Moment of Inertia
Properties of Solids and Liquids	Surface Tension, Viscosity, Elasticity and Fluid Mechanics
Work, Energy and Power	Collisions, Work-energy Theorem and Power
Physics and Measurement	Dimensions, Units, SI system, Significant figures and Errors
Gravitation	Satellites, Kepler's Laws and Escape Velocity
Oscillations and Waves	Sound Simple Harmonic Motion, Beats and Waves
Electrostatics	Electric Fields, Charges and Capacitors
Thermodynamics	Thermodynamic Processes and Laws of Thermodynamics
Kinetic Theory of Gases	RMS speed and Gas laws
Magnetic Effects & Magnetism	Biot-Savart law and Ampere's law
Experimental Skills	Vernier Callipers, Pendulum, Prism and Diode experiments
Current Electricity	Kirchhoff's Laws, Ohm's Law and Circuits
Electromagnetic Waves	Electromagnetic Spectrum and Applications
Electromagnetic Induction & AC	Electromagnetic Induction, AC Circuits and Transformers
Atoms and Nuclei	Atomic Models and Nuclear Physics
Optics	Ray Optics and Wave Optics
Dual Nature of Matter	De Broglie Waves and Photoelectric Effect
Electronic Devices	Logic Gates, Semiconductors and Diodes

Biology Syllabus

Biology is a highly recommended subject for NEET exam preparation. The topic-wise syllabus is provided in table below for students' convenience helping them plan effectively and focus on high-weightage topics.

Chapter	Important Topics for NEET
Structural Organisation in Animals & Plants	Anatomy of Root, Stem & Leaf, Morphology of Flowering Plants, Important Plant Families (Malvaceae, Leguminosae, Gramineae), Animal Tissues and Frog Organ Systems
Human Physiology	Neural Control, Endocrine System, Breathing & Respiration, Circulation & Heart, Excretory System and Locomotion & Disorders
Cell Structure & Function	Cell Organelles, Enzymes, Prokaryotic vs Eukaryotic Cell, Biomolecules, Cell Cycle and Mitosis & Meiosis
Genetics & Evolution	Mendel's Laws, DNA Structure & Replication, Transcription & Translation, Chromosomal Disorders, Evolution Theories and Hardy-Weinberg Principle
Plant Physiology	Plant Growth Regulators, Photosynthesis (Light & Dark Reactions, C3 & C4 Pathway), Respiration (Glycolysis, TCA, ETS)
Diversity in Living World	Five Kingdom Classification, Protista, Taxonomy & Binomial Nomenclature, Fungi, Viruses & Viroids, Plant Kingdom (Algae to Gymnosperms), Salient Features of Monera and Animal Kingdom (Non-chordates & Chordates)
Reproduction	Gametogenesis, Human Reproductive System, Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants, Menstrual Cycle and Contraception & ART
Biotechnology	Gene Therapy, Insulin & Vaccine Production, Recombinant DNA Technology, GM Crops (Bt) and Biosafety Issues
Ecology & Environment	Ecosystem & Energy Flow, Biodiversity & Conservation, Population Interactions and Environmental Issues
Biology & Human Welfare	Human Diseases & Pathogens, Immunity & Vaccines, Microbes in Human Welfare and Drug & Alcohol Abuse

Chemistry Syllabus

Success in NEET 2026 Chemistry subjects requires an understanding of concepts across physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. The chapter wise breakdown below helps applicants plan smartly and focus on important topics.

Topics	Important Topics for NEET
Chemical Thermodynamics	Enthalpy, First & Second Law of Thermodynamics, Spontaneity, Heat Capacity, Hess's Law and Gibbs Energy
Chemical Bonding & Molecular Structure	Hybridization, Lonic & Covalent Bonding, VSEPR, Hydrogen Bonding, Resonance, Bond Order and Molecular Orbital Theory
Atomic Structure	Quantum Numbers, Bohr Model, Hydrogen Spectrum, Electronic Configuration, Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle and De Broglie Relation
Some Basic Concepts	Empirical & Molecular Formula, Mole Concept, Chemical Equations, Stoichiometry and Atomic & Molecular Masses
Solutions	Raoult's Law, Van't Hoff factor, Concentration Terms and Colligative Properties
Redox & Electrochemistry	Electrochemical Cells, Balancing Redox Reactions, Nernst Equation, Fuel Cells and Oxidation Number
Equilibrium	Le Chatelier Principle, Chemical & Ionic Equilibrium, Solubility Product and Buffer Solutions
Classification & Periodicity	Modern Periodic Table, s/p/d/f block, Periodic Trends (atomic/ionic radii, ionization energy, electron affinity, valence)
Chemical Kinetics	Arrhenius Equation, Rate Law, Order & Molecularity, Collision Theory and Activation Energy
d- & f-Block Elements	Actinoids, Transition Elements, Properties, Lanthanoids, Lanthanoid Contraction and K₂Cr₂O₇ & KMnO₄
Coordination Compounds	Coordination Number, Werner's Theory, Ligands, Bonding (VBT & CFT), Chelation, Nomenclature, Color & Magnetic Properties and Isomerism
P-Block Elements	Properties, Group 13-18 Elements, Reactivity, First Element Special Behavior and Trends
Purification & Characterisation	Distillation, Crystallization, Chromatography, Sublimation and Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis
Basic Principles	Functional Groups, Tetravalency, Homologous Series, Isomerism, Hybridization, Electronic Effects, Types of Reactions and Nomenclature
Hydrocarbons	Alkynes (acidic nature, addition), Alkanes (halogenation), Alkenes (addition reactions), Aromatic compounds (electrophilic substitution, Friedel-Crafts)
Compounds with Halogens	Environmental Effects of Chloroform, C-X bond, Freons, DDT and Substitution Reactions
Compounds with Oxygen	Grignard, oxidation/reduction), Aldehydes & Ketones (nucleophilic addition, Alcohols (types & dehydration), Phenols (reactions), Carboxylic Acids and Ethers
Compounds with Nitrogen	Reactions, Uses, Diazonium Salts and Amines (types, properties)
Biomolecules	Enzymes, Carbohydrates, Vitamins, Nucleic Acids, Hormones and Proteins (structure & denaturation)
Practical Chemistry Principles	Titrimetric Exercises, Salt Analysis, Enthalpy of Solution & Neutralization, Kinetics of Iodide-H₂O₂ and Detection of Elements & Functional Groups

Weightage of Topics in NEET UG 2026

NEET 2026 chapter-wise weightage for Chemistry, Physics and Biology provides for NEET exam pattern 2026. The analysis is based on previous years' exam trends and updated syllabus. The syllabus is structured across three main subjects, so candidates should be familiar with all chapters to organize their preparation efficiently and prioritize important topics. Certain topics have been removed to match updated NCERT textbooks.

Subject	Class 11 Chapters	Class 12 Chapters	Total Chapters
Chemistry	14	16	30
Physics	10	9	19
Biology	15	23	38
Total	39	48	87

Preparation Tips for NEET UG Syllabus 2026

Preparing for NEET 2026 requires focus, planning and consistent studying. The following tips will assist students in planning their study schedule, improving their understanding of concepts and thoroughly covering all essential topics in PCB.

Use NCERT Class 11th and 12th as main study materials, with a focus on Biology and Chemistry.
Set weekly goals to complete the syllabus on time.
Every day, solve chapter-specific MCQs to strengthen your concepts.
Prioritize high-weight topics while covering all others.
Revise previous chapters regularly.
Solve any difficult topics or doubts in starting.
Spend regular time on each subject for preparation.