NEET UG 2026 Syllabus — Overview
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official NEET UG 2026 syllabus based on the guidelines of the National Medical Commission (NMC). This syllabus is based on the NCERT curriculum of Class 11 and Class 12 covering Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany + Zoology).
There are no major changes in NEET UG 2026 — the NMC revised syllabus implemented in 2024 remains valid for 2026 as well. If you are following the NCERT books of the 2025-26 session, you are on the right track.
⚡ Important: The NEET UG 2026 syllabus has been approved by NMC (National Medical Commission). NCERT Class 11 & 12 books are the primary study material. No additional books are required.
⚠️ Note: Certain chapters removed from the syllabus in 2024 (such as Communication Systems and some portions of Semiconductors) are NOT included in NEET 2026. Follow the confirmed chapter list below.
NEET UG 2026 Exam Pattern
The NEET UG 2026 paper pattern is given below. All 180 questions are compulsory — there is no optional Section B or internal choice. This pattern has been in place since 2024 and continues for 2026 as confirmed by NTA.
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 45 (All compulsory) | 180 |
| Chemistry | 45 (All compulsory) | 180 |
| Biology (Botany + Zoology) | 90 (All compulsory) | 360 |
| Total | 180 | 720 |
✅ Marking Scheme: Correct answer = +4 marks | Wrong answer = −1 mark (Negative Marking) | Unanswered / Skipped = 0 marks. All 180 questions must be attempted — there is no optional section.
Physics Syllabus
Physics has 20 units as per the official NMC syllabus — Units 1–10 from Class 11 and Units 11–20 from Class 12. Unit names are exactly as given in the NMC official PDF.
Physics — Class 11 (Units 1–10)
10 Units | Mechanics, Thermodynamics, WavesPhysics — Class 12 (Units 11–20)
10 Units | Electricity, Optics, Modern Physics🎯 Physics High Weightage Topics: Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Optics, Modern Physics (Atoms & Nuclei), Thermodynamics — these chapters contribute the most questions every year.
Chemistry Syllabus
Chemistry has 20 units across 3 divisions as per the official NMC 2026 PDF. Note: Chapters like Solid State, Surface Chemistry, Hydrogen, s-Block Elements, Polymers, Chemistry in Everyday Life, and Environmental Chemistry are NOT part of the NMC 2026 syllabus.
Physical Chemistry (Units 1–8)
8 Units | Basic Concepts to Chemical KineticsInorganic Chemistry (Units 9–12)
4 Units | Periodic Table to Coordination CompoundsOrganic Chemistry (Units 13–20)
8 Units | Basic Principles to Biomolecules🎯 Chemistry High Weightage Topics: Organic Chemistry (Reaction Mechanisms, Named Reactions), Coordination Compounds, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, p-Block Elements — these are the highest scoring areas.
Biology Syllabus (Botany + Zoology)
Biology is the highest scoring subject in NEET — 360 marks (50%). Over 95% of questions come directly from NCERT. The NMC 2026 syllabus has 10 units.
⚠️ Removed from NMC 2026 Biology: "Reproduction in Organisms" (asexual reproduction), "Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production", and "Environmental Issues" are NOT part of the official NMC 2026 syllabus. Do not prepare these chapters for NEET 2026.
Biology — Class 11 Units
5 Major Units | Botany + ZoologyBiology — Class 12 Units
5 Major Units | Genetics, Ecology, Biotechnology🎯 Biology High Weightage Topics: Genetics & Evolution (Molecular Biology, Mendelian Genetics), Human Physiology (Kidney, Heart, Nervous System), Plant Physiology (Photosynthesis, Respiration), Ecology — these chapters yield the most questions in the exam.
NEET 2026 Preparation Tips
After understanding the syllabus, it is essential to prepare with the right strategy. Follow these tips:
📚 NCERT First, Always
NCERT books are the primary source for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. 85–90% of NEET questions come directly from NCERT. Reading them line by line is essential.
🔁 Revision Schedule
Revise each chapter at least 3 times — once after reading, again after 1 week, and once more a month before the exam. Use the spaced repetition technique.
📝 Previous Year Papers
Solve NEET previous year question papers from the last 10 years. This helps you understand the paper pattern and identify the most important topics.
⏱️ Mock Tests Weekly
Take one full-length mock test every week — 180 questions in 180 minutes (1 minute per question). This improves time management and accuracy. Practice mocks strictly as per the NEET 2026 pattern.
🎯 Biology Ko Priority
Biology carries 360 marks — 50% of the paper. Do not neglect it. Memorize diagrams, definitions, and examples from NCERT. Genetics requires special attention.
📊 Weak Topics Identify
After each mock test, identify your weak chapters and spend more time on them. Keep maintaining your strong chapters. Topic-wise analysis is essential for consistent improvement.
✅ Pro Tip: Scoring 600+ is possible by reading only NCERT, provided you study all chapters thoroughly and carefully. Additional books are needed only for Physics numericals (selected chapters of H.C. Verma).
NMC Revised Syllabus — Removed Topics
NMC revised the syllabus in 2024 and removed certain topics that will not appear in NEET 2026 either. There is no need to study these:
❌ Physics — Removed
- Communication Systems (full chapter)
- Experimental Skills (as separate unit)
❌ Chemistry — Removed
- Some topics from Environmental Chemistry
- Chemistry in Everyday Life (reduced)
⚠️ Note: The list of removed topics may vary across different coaching institutes. Always verify from the official NMC/NTA notification. The updated confirmed syllabus is available in our app.