Complete NEET Syllabus 2026: Subject-Wise Chapters & Preparation Strategy

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The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the gateway to India's most prestigious medical colleges. To succeed, a deep understanding of the NEET syllabus is non-negotiable. Following the latest rationalization by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the National Testing Agency (NTA), the syllabus focuses on core concepts from Class 11 and 12 NCERT.

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NEET Exam Pattern at a Glance

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Before diving into the chapters, let’s look at the structure of the paper:

• Total Marks: 720

• Total Questions: 200 (180 to be attempted)

• Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, −1 for incorrect.

• Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology.

 

1. NEET Biology Syllabus: The Scoring Powerhouse

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Biology accounts for 50% of the total marks (360/720). It is divided into Botany and Zoology.

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Class 11 Biology Topics

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• Diversity in Living World: Taxonomy, Five Kingdom Classification.

• Structural Organization in Plants & Animals: Morphology and Anatomy of flowering plants.

• Cell Structure and Function: Cell Theory, Biomolecules, and Cell Cycle.

• Plant Physiology: Photosynthesis, Respiration, and Plant Growth.

• Human Physiology: Breathing, Body Fluids, Excretion, Locomotion, and Neural Control.

 

Class 12 Biology Topics

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• Reproduction: Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants, Human Reproduction, and Reproductive Health.

• Genetics and Evolution: Mendelian Inheritance, Molecular Basis of Inheritance, and Evolution.

• Biology and Human Welfare: Health, Diseases, and Microbes.

• Biotechnology: Principles, Processes, and Applications.

• Ecology and Environment: Ecosystems, Biodiversity, and Conservation.

 

2. NEET Physics Syllabus: Conceptual & Numerical

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Physics is often the "rank-decider." It requires a mix of theoretical understanding and problem-solving speed.

 

Class 11 Physics Topics

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• Mechanics: Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, and Power.

• System of Particles: Rotational Motion and Gravitation.

• Properties of Matter: Mechanical Properties of Solids and Fluids, Thermal Properties.

• Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory: Heat transfer and gas laws.

• Oscillations and Waves: SHM and Doppler Effect.

 

Class 12 Physics Topics

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• Electrostatics & Electricity: Electric Charges, Capacitance, and Current Electricity.

• Magnetism: Magnetic Effects of Current, EMI, and Alternating Currents.

• Optics: Ray Optics and Wave Optics.

• Modern Physics: Dual Nature of Matter, Atoms, Nuclei, and Electronic Devices (Semiconductors).

 

3. NEET Chemistry Syllabus: The Balanced Subject

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Chemistry is categorized into Physical, Organic, and Inorganic sections.

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Key Chemistry Units

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• Physical Chemistry: Mole Concept, Atomic Structure, Equilibrium, Thermodynamics, and Chemical Kinetics.

• Inorganic Chemistry: Classification of Elements, Chemical Bonding, P-Block, D-and F-Block Elements, and Coordination Compounds.

• Organic Chemistry: Basic Principles, Hydrocarbons, Haloalkanes, Alcohols, Aldehydes, Amines, and Biomolecules.

 

Best Books for NEET Preparation

 

To cover the NEET syllabus effectively, you must choose your resources wisely.