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The JEE Main syllabus is the foundation of your entire preparation strategy. Without knowing exactly what NTA expects you to study, even the most disciplined preparation can miss critical chapters or waste time on topics no longer in scope. This page gives you the complete, chapter-wise JEE Main syllabus for 2027 across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, along with weightage analysis, deleted topics, and an expert-backed preparation strategy for each subject.
The JEE Main 2027 syllabus is expected to be identical to the revised NTA syllabus introduced in 2024, which aligned the exam with the updated NCERT curriculum. No changes have been announced by NTA as of May 2026. All candidates preparing for JEE Main 2027 should use the current syllabus as their definitive preparation reference.
For interactive chapter-by-chapter progress tracking, use the JEE Main Syllabus Tracker to mark topics as complete and monitor subject-wise coverage in real time.
Official Source: The JEE Main syllabus is prescribed by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and published as part of the official Information Brochure at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates must cross-verify this page against the official brochure when it is released for 2027.
| Parameter Detail | |
| Subjects Covered | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (Paper 1); Aptitude and Drawing (Paper 2A); Planning (Paper 2B) |
| Total Chapters (Approximate) | Physics: 29 chapters, Chemistry: 28 chapters, Mathematics: 25 chapters |
| Syllabus Basis | NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 |
| Last Syllabus Revision | 2024 (NTA aligned syllabus with revised NCERT) |
| Changes for 2027 | No changes announced; follows 2024-revised format |
| Marks per Subject (Paper 1) | 100 marks each (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) |
| Total Paper 1 Marks | 300 marks |
| Section A Weightage | 80 percent (MCQs) |
| Section B Weightage | 20 percent (Numerical Value Questions, all 5 compulsory) |
Return to the JEE Main Page for a complete overview of the exam, dates, eligibility, and cutoff.
In 2024, NTA reduced the JEE Main syllabus to align with the updated NCERT textbooks. Several topics that were part of the pre-2024 syllabus are no longer tested. Candidates must not waste time preparing these removed topics.
| Subject Topics Removed from JEE Main Syllabus | |
| Physics | Communication Systems (entire chapter removed) |
| Physics | Electromagnetic Waves reduced; only basic properties retained |
| Chemistry | Environmental Chemistry (fully removed from JEE Main; tested only in NEET) |
| Chemistry | Several named reactions in Organic Chemistry reduced in scope |
| Mathematics | Mathematical Reasoning (fully removed) |
| Mathematics | Statistics reduced to basic mean, median, mode (advanced topics removed) |
Always check the official NTA Information Brochure to confirm the current scope before finalising your preparation. Use our Syllabus Tracker to mark only the active, in-scope topics.
The JEE Main Physics syllabus has two sections. Section A covers the theory component with approximately 80 percent weightage and Section B covers Experimental Skills (Unit 20) with approximately 20 percent weightage. The syllabus spans 21 units across Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT Physics.
| Unit Chapter Key Topics | ||
| Unit 1 | Physics and Measurement | Dimensions, Errors, Significant Figures |
| Unit 2 | Kinematics | Motion in a Straight Line, Projectile Motion, Relative Velocity |
| Unit 3 | Laws of Motion | Newton's Laws, Friction, Circular Motion |
| Unit 4 | Work, Energy and Power | Work-Energy Theorem, Conservation of Energy, Power |
| Unit 5 | Rotational Motion | Torque, Moment of Inertia, Angular Momentum, Rolling Motion |
| Unit 6 | Gravitation | Kepler's Laws, Satellites, Gravitational Potential Energy |
| Unit 7 | Properties of Solids and Liquids | Stress-Strain, Viscosity, Surface Tension, Bernoulli's Theorem |
| Unit 8 | Thermodynamics | Zeroth, First and Second Laws, Carnot Engine, Entropy |
| Unit 9 | Kinetic Theory of Gases | Gas Laws, RMS Speed, Degrees of Freedom, Mean Free Path |
| Unit 10 | Oscillations and Waves | SHM, Damped Oscillations, Wave Equation, Doppler Effect |
| Unit Chapter Key Topics | ||
| Unit 11 | Electrostatics | Coulomb's Law, Electric Field, Gauss's Law, Potential, Capacitance |
| Unit 12 | Current Electricity | Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Laws, Wheatstone Bridge, Potentiometer |
| Unit 13 | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism | Biot-Savart Law, Ampere's Law, Moving Charges, Magnetic Properties of Matter |
| Unit 14 | Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents | Faraday's Laws, Self and Mutual Inductance, AC Circuits, LC Oscillations |
| Unit 15 | Electromagnetic Waves | Basic Nature of EM Waves, EM Spectrum (basic properties only) |
| Unit 16 | Optics | Ray Optics (Mirrors, Lenses, Prism), Wave Optics (YDSE, Diffraction, Polarisation) |
| Unit 17 | Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation | Photoelectric Effect, de Broglie Wavelength, Davisson-Germer Experiment |
| Unit 18 | Atoms and Nuclei | Bohr's Model, Hydrogen Spectrum, Nuclear Binding Energy, Radioactivity |
| Unit 19 | Electronic Devices | Semiconductors, p-n Junction Diode, Zener Diode, Transistor (basic amplification) |
| Unit 20 | Experimental Skills | Vernier Calipers, Screw Gauge, Simple Pendulum, Meter Bridge, Potentiometer, Ohm's Law experiment |
| Weightage Category Chapters | |
| Very High (8-12 marks per exam) | Electrostatics and Capacitance, Current Electricity, Ray and Wave Optics, Modern Physics (Atoms and Nuclei, Dual Nature) |
| High (6-8 marks per exam) | Mechanics (Laws of Motion, Work-Energy, Rotational Motion), Electromagnetic Induction and AC, Magnetic Effects |
| Moderate (4-6 marks per exam) | Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory, Oscillations and Waves, Gravitation |
| Lower Priority (2-4 marks per exam) | Properties of Solids and Liquids, Semiconductor Devices, Experimental Skills |
The JEE Main Chemistry syllabus is divided into three streams: Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Inorganic Chemistry. Each stream contributes roughly equal weightage in the final paper, though this varies slightly from session to session.
| Unit Chapter Key Topics | ||
| Unit 1 | Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry | Mole Concept, Stoichiometry, Limiting Reagent, Equivalent Concept |
| Unit 2 | States of Matter | Gas Laws, Ideal and Real Gases, Van der Waals Equation, Liquefaction |
| Unit 3 | Atomic Structure | Bohr's Model, Quantum Numbers, Orbitals, Electronic Configuration |
| Unit 4 | Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | VSEPR Theory, VBT, MOT, Hybridisation, Hydrogen Bonding |
| Unit 5 | Chemical Thermodynamics | Hess's Law, Entropy, Gibbs Free Energy, Spontaneity |
| Unit 6 | Solutions | Raoult's Law, Colligative Properties, Van't Hoff Factor |
| Unit 7 | Equilibrium | Chemical Equilibrium (Kp, Kc), Le Chatelier's Principle, Ionic Equilibrium, Buffer |
| Unit 8 | Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry | Oxidation Number, Cell Potential, Faraday's Laws, Corrosion |
| Unit 9 | Chemical Kinetics | Rate Laws, Order of Reaction, Arrhenius Equation, Collision Theory |
| Unit 10 | Surface Chemistry | Adsorption, Colloids, Emulsions, Catalysis |
| Unit Chapter Key Topics | ||
| Unit 11 | Classification of Elements and Periodicity | Periodic Trends: Atomic Radius, Ionisation Energy, Electronegativity |
| Unit 12 | p-Block Elements | Groups 13 to 18: Properties, Reactions, Compounds (Oxides, Hydrides, Halides) |
| Unit 13 | d and f-Block Elements | Transition Metals, Properties, Complex Compounds, Lanthanides |
| Unit 14 | Coordination Compounds | IUPAC Naming, Isomerism, Bonding (VBT and CFT), Stability |
| Unit 15 | General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals | Metallurgy: Concentration, Reduction, Refining |
| Unit 16 | Hydrogen | Position in Periodic Table, Isotopes, Water, Hydrogen Peroxide |
| Unit 17 | s-Block Elements | Group 1 and 2: Properties, Compounds, Anomalous Behaviour |
| Unit 18 | Environmental Chemistry | Basic concepts only (scope is minimal in JEE Main; primarily NEET topic) |
| Unit Chapter Key Topics | ||
| Unit 19 | Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds | Basic techniques |
| Unit 20 | Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry | IUPAC Nomenclature, Inductive and Resonance Effects, Reaction Intermediates |
| Unit 21 | Hydrocarbons | Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes, Aromatic Compounds, Reactions |
| Unit 22 | Organic Compounds Containing Halogens | Nucleophilic Substitution, Elimination Reactions, Grignard Reagent |
| Unit 23 | Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen | Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers, Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives |
| Unit 24 | Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen | Amines, Diazonium Salts, Nitro Compounds, Amides |
| Unit 25 | Polymers | Natural and Synthetic Polymers, Classification, Polymerisation Types |
| Unit 26 | Biomolecules | Carbohydrates, Proteins, Enzymes, Nucleic Acids, Vitamins |
| Unit 27 | Chemistry in Everyday Life | Drugs, Dyes, Food Additives (limited scope in JEE Main) |
| Unit 28 | Principles Related to Practical Chemistry | Basic lab observations and concepts |
| Weightage Category Chapters | |
| Very High | Mole Concept and Stoichiometry, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Coordination Compounds, p-Block Elements, Carbonyl Compounds (Aldehydes/Ketones/Carboxylic Acids) |
| High | Chemical Equilibrium, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen, Hydrocarbons |
| Moderate | Thermodynamics, Solutions, d and f-Block Elements, Alcohol and Ethers, GOC |
| Lower Priority | Surface Chemistry, Polymers, Biomolecules, Everyday Chemistry |
The JEE Main Mathematics syllabus covers 16 units spanning Class 11 and Class 12. Mathematics is typically the most time-consuming subject in JEE Main and also the most differentiating, as fewer candidates score perfectly in Mathematics compared to Chemistry.
| Unit Chapter Key Topics | ||
| Unit 1 | Sets, Relations and Functions | Set Operations, Types of Relations, Domain and Range, Composition of Functions |
| Unit 2 | Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations | Modulus-Argument Form, Cube Roots of Unity, Nature of Roots, Quadratic Inequalities |
| Unit 3 | Matrices and Determinants | Matrix Operations, Determinant Properties, Adjoint, Inverse, Cramer's Rule |
| Unit 4 | Permutations and Combinations | Fundamental Counting Principle, nPr, nCr, Applications |
| Unit 5 | Mathematical Induction | Principle of Induction (limited scope in JEE Main) |
| Unit 6 | Binomial Theorem | Binomial Expansion, General Term, Middle Term, Properties of Binomial Coefficients |
| Unit 7 | Sequences and Series | AP, GP, HP, AGP, Sum of Series, Special Series |
| Unit 8 | Limit, Continuity and Differentiability | Standard Limits, L'Hopital's Rule, Continuity at a Point, Differentiability |
| Unit 9 | Integral Calculus | Indefinite Integration (Standard Formulas, Substitution, By Parts, Partial Fractions), Definite Integrals, Area Under Curves |
| Unit 10 | Differential Equations | Order and Degree, Formation, Variable Separable, Homogeneous, Linear First-Order |
| Unit Chapter Key Topics | ||
| Unit 11 | Coordinate Geometry | Straight Lines (Distance, Angles, Locus), Circles (Equation, Tangent, Chord), Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola |
| Unit 12 | Three Dimensional Geometry | Direction Cosines, Lines in 3D, Planes, Angles Between Lines and Planes, Distance |
| Unit 13 | Vector Algebra | Types of Vectors, Dot and Cross Product, Scalar Triple Product, Applications |
| Unit 14 | Statistics and Probability | Mean, Median, Mode, Standard Deviation, Classical Probability, Conditional Probability, Bayes' Theorem, Binomial Distribution |
| Unit 15 | Trigonometry | Trigonometric Identities, Equations, Inverse Trigonometric Functions, Properties of Triangles |
| Unit 16 | Mathematical Reasoning | Basic (limited scope after 2024 revision) |
| Weightage Category Chapters | |
| Very High (8-12 marks per exam) | Integral Calculus (Definite + Indefinite + Area), Coordinate Geometry (Circles + Conics), Matrices and Determinants, 3D Geometry and Vectors |
| High (6-8 marks per exam) | Differential Equations, Complex Numbers, Probability, Sequences and Series |
| Moderate (4-6 marks per exam) | Functions, Limits and Continuity, Binomial Theorem, Permutations and Combinations, Trigonometry |
| Lower Priority (2-4 marks per exam) | Statistics, Sets and Relations, Mathematical Induction |
For candidates applying to B.Arch programmes, Paper 2A includes Mathematics (same as Paper 1 scope), Aptitude, and Drawing.
| Category Topics | |
| Awareness | Persons, Places, Buildings, Materials, Texture, Visual Aesthetic Sensitivity |
| Visualisation | Three-Dimensional Objects from 2D Drawings, Spatial Imagination |
| Mental Ability | Architectural Awareness, General Awareness of Architectural Styles |
| Analytical Reasoning | Figures, Patterns, Colour Theory, Shapes |
| Topic Description | |
| Sketching of Scenes and Activities | Drawing from memory, imagination, and perception |
| Geometrical Drawing | Lines, Angles, Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Circles |
| Three-Dimensional Forms | Surfaces, Volumes using shading and perspective |
| Colour and Texture | Creating visual harmony, using colour to depict mood |
Paper 2B for B.Planning includes Mathematics, Aptitude (same as B.Arch), and Planning-Based Questions.
| Topic Scope | |
| General Awareness of Social Sciences | History, Geography, Economics, Political Science (basic level) |
| Thinking Skills | Logical Reasoning applied to urban planning scenarios |
| Applied Awareness | Current Affairs related to urban development, infrastructure, environment |
| Planning and Developmental Concepts | Basic understanding of town planning, housing, transport, environment |
Begin with Mechanics (Units 1 to 6) from Class 11 since these chapters form the conceptual base for Class 12 topics. HC Verma Volumes 1 and 2 are essential reading; do not skip the in-text examples and chapter exercises. Once Mechanics is solid, move to Electrostatics and Current Electricity, which consistently contribute the highest marks in Class 12 Physics. Modern Physics (Atoms, Nuclei, and Dual Nature) is NCERT-heavy and should be covered thoroughly from the textbook before practicing numericals. All 5 NVQs in Section B are now compulsory, so daily numerical practice is non-negotiable.
Divide your weekly Chemistry schedule into three equal parts: Physical, Organic, and Inorganic. Physical Chemistry chapters like Mole Concept and Electrochemistry require regular practice of calculation-based problems. Organic Chemistry rewards understanding over memorisation: focus on reaction mechanisms rather than memorising individual reactions in isolation. For Inorganic Chemistry, NCERT is your primary textbook. Read it cover to cover at least twice, with special attention to p-Block and Coordination Compounds which carry the highest marks. Never skip NCERT examples and exercises in any Chemistry chapter.
Calculus (Integral and Differential), Coordinate Geometry, and Algebra (Matrices, Determinants, Complex Numbers) should be your first priority since they consistently account for more than 50 percent of the Mathematics paper. Practice Definite Integration and Area Under Curves daily as these are frequent NVQ chapters. For Coordinate Geometry, build from straight lines and circles before tackling the conics (Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola). 3D Geometry and Vectors should be done together as they are conceptually linked and frequently appear as paired questions in JEE Main. Speed and accuracy in Mathematics improve only through consistent timed practice: solve at least 15 to 20 Mathematics problems daily under time pressure.
| Subject Book Title Author Best Used For | |||
| Physics | Concepts of Physics Vol. 1 and 2 | H.C. Verma | Building theory and conceptual clarity |
| Physics | DC Pandey Series | DC Pandey | Chapter-wise NVQ and MCQ practice |
| Physics | Problems in General Physics | I.E. Irodov | Advanced numerical practice (selective chapters) |
| Chemistry | NCERT Chemistry Class 11 and 12 | NCERT | Complete Inorganic + basic Organic and Physical |
| Chemistry | Physical Chemistry | O.P. Tandon | Physical Chemistry concepts and numericals |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | Morrison and Boyd | Mechanism-based Organic Chemistry understanding |
| Chemistry | Numerical Chemistry | P. Bahadur | Physical Chemistry numerical problems |
| Mathematics | Mathematics Class 11 and 12 | R.D. Sharma | Building basics in all topics |
| Mathematics | Coordinate Geometry | S.L. Loney | Advanced Coordinate Geometry |
| Mathematics | Problems in Calculus | I.A. Maron | Advanced Calculus practice |
| Mathematics | Objective Mathematics | R.D. Sharma | JEE-level MCQ and NVQ practice |
Tracking your syllabus completion is as important as the study itself. Most candidates overestimate their coverage and underestimate the time needed for revision. Our interactive syllabus tracker lets you:
Use the tracker here: JEE Main 2027 Syllabus Tracker
Step 1: Print or save the complete chapter list and use it as a study planner. Cross off each chapter as you complete both theory and practice for that chapter.
Step 2: Prioritise by weightage. Start with Very High and High weightage chapters in each subject before moving to moderate and lower priority topics.
Step 3: Map your NCERT reading to each chapter. For every chapter in Physics and Chemistry, read the NCERT chapter before opening any reference book. For Mathematics, NCERT examples and exercises build enough foundation for moderate-difficulty questions.
Step 4: Track deleted topics. Do not study Communication Systems in Physics, Mathematical Reasoning in Mathematics, or Environmental Chemistry as your primary JEE Main focus.
Step 5: Combine syllabus completion with PYQ practice. After finishing each chapter, solve all previous year questions from that chapter available on the JEE Main PYQ page. This immediately shows you what NTA's actual questions look like from that chapter.
Step 6: Test yourself chapter-by-chapter. After every 3 to 4 chapters, take a topic-wise test from our JEE Main Test Series to assess retention and identify gaps before they accumulate.
Q1. Has the JEE Main 2027 syllabus changed from 2026? No changes have been announced by NTA as of May 2026. The JEE Main 2027 syllabus is expected to follow the same revised format introduced in 2024 and carried forward unchanged in 2025 and 2026.
Q2. How many chapters are in the JEE Main syllabus? The JEE Main syllabus covers approximately 29 chapters in Physics, 28 chapters in Chemistry (across Physical, Organic, and Inorganic), and 25 chapters in Mathematics, making it approximately 82 chapters in total across three subjects.
Q3. Is the Class 11 or Class 12 syllabus more important for JEE Main? Both are equally important. Class 11 topics in Physics (Mechanics) and Chemistry (Mole Concept, Chemical Bonding, Equilibrium) and Mathematics (Algebra, Trigonometry) are foundational. Class 12 chapters like Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Coordination Compounds, Calculus, and Coordinate Geometry carry the highest marks in the actual paper.
Q4. Can I skip any chapters in the JEE Main syllabus? Skipping chapters is risky given that all 75 questions in Paper 1 are now compulsory (no optional NVQs). However, if you are short on time, lower-priority chapters like Surface Chemistry, Polymers, Biomolecules, and Everyday Chemistry can be covered at a lighter depth.
Q5. Where can I download the official JEE Main 2027 syllabus PDF? The official syllabus PDF will be available on jeemain.nta.nic.in once NTA releases the JEE Main 2027 Information Brochure (expected October 2026). Until then, use the current revised NTA syllabus which applies to JEE Main 2025 and 2026 as your reference.
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