JEE Main Syllabus with Chapter Wise Weightage - Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics

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JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates will be announced anytime soon now and it is imperative for students preparing for JEE Main exam to be aware of the detailed syllabus of the exam along with the weightage of every topic carries. This article gives you a detailed description of chapter-wise topic weightage for the upcoming exam i.e. JEE Main 2026 as this is the most asked question by JEE Main aspirants. The topics that JEE Main Syllabus comprises of are particularly from Class 11th and 12th NCERT Books of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

Using JEE Main Chapter Wise Weightage of the Syllabus of JEE Main Exam, candidates will be able to figure out the topics they must impress upon in order to crack the exam. They will be able to not only prepare properly but also score well. Every year, the exam witnesses some variations in JEE Main Syllabus Weightage. Candidates can check everything related to JEE Main Exam by visiting its official website i.e. jeemain.nta.nic.in.

JEE Main Syllabus – Chapter-wise Weightage

There is a list of subject-wise topics of JEE Main Syllabus along with chapter-wise weightage of each topic. The weightage of these topics of Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics has been designed after a proper analysis of JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers. Aspirants can refer to the following table in order to know the detailed JEE Main Syllabus 2026 with Topic Weightage.

In order to cover these chapters, candidates can refer to NCERT Books of Class 11th and 12th and NCERT 12th Class Solutions and NCERT 11th Class Solutions. They can also check the previous years' chapter-wise JEE Main Syllabus with topic weightage. They must also cover all the high-weightage topics of JEE Main in order to score good marks in the exam. They must solve JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers to know the number and type of questions asked in each section of JEE Main.

JEE Main Syllabus with Topic Weightage for Physics

Topics

No. of Questions

Marks

Modern Physics

5

20

Heat and Thermodynamics

3

12

Optics

3

12

Current Electricity

3

12

Electrostatics

3

12

Magnetics

2

8

Unit, Dimension and Vector

1

4

Kinematics

1

4

Laws of motion

1

4

Work, Power and Energy

1

4

Centre Of Mass, Impulse and Momentum

1

4

Rotation

1

4

Gravitation

1

4

Simple Harmonic Motion

1

4

Solids and Fluids

1

4

Waves

1

4

Electromagnetics Induction – AC

1

4

JEE Main Syllabus with Topic Weightage for Chemistry

Topics

No. of Questions

Marks

Transition Elements and Coordination Chemistry

3

12

Periodic table and Representative Elements

3

12

Thermodynamics and Gaseous State

2

8

Atomic Structure

2

8

Chemical Bonding

2

8

Chemical and Ionic Equilibrium

2

8

Solid State and Surface Chemistry

2

8

Nuclear Chemistry and Environment

2

8

Mole Concept

1

4

Redox Reaction

1

4

Electrochemistry

1

4

Chemical Kinetics

1

4

Solution and Colligative Properties

1

4

General Organic Chemistry

1

4

Stereochemistry

1

4

Hydrocarbon

1

4

Alkyl Halides

1

4

Carboxylic Acid and their Derivatives

1

4

Carbohydrates, Amino Acid and Polymers

1

4

Aromatic Compounds

1

4

JEE Main Syllabus with Topic Weightage for Mathematics

Topics

No. of Questions

Marks

Coordinate Geometry

5

20

Limits, Continuity and Differentiability

3

12

Integral Calculus

3

12

Complex numbers and Quadratic Equation

2

8

Matrices and Determinants

2

8

Statistics and Probability

2

8

Three-Dimensional Geometry

2

8

Vector Algebra

2

8

Sets, Relation and Function

1

4

Permutations and Combinations

1

4

Binomial Theorem and Its Application

1

4

Sequences and Series

1

4

Trigonometry

1

4

Mathematical Reasoning

1

4

Differential Equation

1

4

Statics and Dynamics

1

4

Differential Calculus

1

4

JEE Main Syllabus - Most Important Chapter to Cover

We have listed the most important topics that are covered in the JEE Main syllabus. Candidates are advised to carefully go through this for better preparation techniques.

JEE Main 2026 Physics Topics

Chapter Name

Topic Name

Physics and Measurement

  • Physical Quantity
  • System of Unit
  • Practical Units
  • Dimension
  • Frequency, Angular Frequency, Angular Velocity, Velocity Gradient

Work Energy and Power

  • Nature of Work Done
  • Work Done by Variable Force
  • Kinetic Energy
  • Potential Energy
  • Potential Energy Curve

Rotational Motion

  • Centre of Mass
  • Position of Centre of Mass for Solid Cone
  • Motion of the Centre of Mass
  • Equations of Linear Motion and Rotational Motion
  • Torque

Properties Of Solids and Liquids

  • Stokes' Law & Terminal Velocity
  • Surface Energy
  • Excess Pressure Inside a Liquid Drop & Soap Bubble
  • Thermal Stress and Thermal Strain
  • Heat

Kinetic Theory of Gases

  • States of Matter
  • Gas Laws (I)
  • Ideal Gas Equation
  • Various Types of Speeds of Ideal Gases
  • Kinetic Energy of Ideal Gas

Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

  • Magnetic Flux
  • Faraday's Law of Induction
  • Motional Electromotive Force (I)
  • AC Voltage Applied to an Inductor
  • Motional Electromotive Force (II)

Communication Systems

  • Propagation of Electromagnetic Waves
  • Amplitude Modulation

Experimental Skills

  • To Compare Emf of Two Given Primary Cells Using Potentiometer
  • To Measure the Thickness of The Given Sheet Using Screw Gauge
  • To Measure the Diameter of Small Spherical Cylindrical Body Using Vernier Callipers
  • To Determine Resistance of a Galvanometer by Half-Deflection Method and to Find its Figure of Merit

JEE Main 2026 Mathematics Topics

Chapter Name

Topic Name

Sets, Relations and Functions

  • Subsets, Proper Subset, Improper Subset, Intervals
  • Union of Sets, Properties of Union
  • Intersection Of Set, Properties of Intersection
  • Cardinal Number of Some Sets
  • Domain, Range of Relation

Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations

  • Iota and Powers of Iota
  • Complex Number
  • Conjugate of Complex Numbers and Their Properties
  • Modulus of Complex Number and Its Properties
  • Euler Form of Complex Number

Matrices and Determinants

  • Matrices, Order of Matrices, Row and Column Matrix
  • Multiplication Of Two Matrices
  • Properties of Matrix Multiplication
  • Transpose of a Matrix
  • Transpose Conjugate of a Matrix and Properties

Permutations and Combinations

  • Permutation as an Arrangement
  • Application of Permutation-I
  • Geometrical Permutations
  • Different Cases of Geometrical Arrangements
  • Rank of a Word in a Dictionary

Binomial Theorem and its Simple Applications

  • Binomial Theorem and Expression of Binomial Theorem
  • Properties of Binomial Theorem and Binomial Coefficient (Part 1)
  • Properties of Binomial Theorem and Binomial Coefficient (Part 2)
  • Some Standard Expansions (Part 2)
  • General Term of Binomial Expansion

Sequence and Series

  • Sequences, Series and Progression
  • Arithmetic Progression
  • Important Properties of an AP -Part 1
  • Important Properties of an AP -Part 2
  • Sum of n Terms of an AP

Limit, Continuity and Differentiability

  • Algebra of Limits
  • Limit of Indeterminate Form and Algebraic Limit
  • Limit of Algebraic Function
  • Algebraic Function of Type ‘Infinity (∞)
  • Trigonometric Limits

Integral Calculus

  • Integration as Reverse Process of Differentiation
  • Fundamental Formulae of Indefinite Integration (Trigonometric Functions)
  • Some Special Integration
  • Application of Special Integral Formula (Part 1)
  • Integration by Parts

Differential Equations

  • Differential Equation
  • Formation of Differential Equation and Solutions of a Differential Equation
  • Homogeneous Differential Equation
  • Linear Differential Equation
  • Bernoulli's Equation

Co-Ordinate Geometry

  • Coordinate Axes
  • Distance Between Two Points
  • Section Formula
  • Centroid
  • Incentre

Three-Dimensional Geometry

  • Introduction to 3D Coordinate System
  • Section Formula, Direction Cosines and Direction Ratio
  • Equations for a Line in Space
  • Angle Between Two Lines
  • Shortest Distance Between Two Lines

Vector Algebra

  • Types of Vectors
  • Direction Cosines and Direction Ratio
  • Component of Vector and Vector Joining Two Points
  • Multiplication of a Vector by a Scalar
  • Section Formula

Statistics and Probability

  • Mean
  • Median
  • Mode
  • Dispersion (Range, Mean Deviation)
  • Dispersion (Variance and Standard Deviation)

Trigonometry

  • Trigonometric Ratio for Compound Angles (Part 1)
  • Measurement of Angle
  • Trigonometric Functions of Acute Angles
  • Trigonometric Identities
  • Trigonometric Ratio for Compound Angles (Some More Result)

Mathematical Reasoning

  • Truth Table
  • Relation Between Set Notation and Truth Table
  • Converse, Inverse, and Contrapositive
  • Tautology and Contradiction
  • Algebra of Statements

JEE Main 2026 Chemistry Topics

Chapter Name

Topic Name

Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry

  • Empirical Formula and Molecular Formula
  • Mole Concept and Molar Mass
  • Stoichiometry, Stoichiometric Calculations and Limiting Reagent
  • Reactions In Solutions

States of Matter

  • The Gas Laws- Boyle's Law (Pressure - Volume Relationship)
  • Intermolecular Forces
  • Ideal Gas Equation
  • Dalton's Law of Partial Pressure
  • Graham's Law of Diffusion

Atomic Structure

  • Photoelectric Effect
  • Line Spectrum of Hydrogen
  • Radius, Velocity and The Energy of nth Bohr Orbital
  • Debroglie Wavelength
  • Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle

Chemical Thermodynamics

  • Path, State Function, Types of Process
  • Reversible, Irreversible, Polytropic Process
  • First Law or Law of Conservation of Energy
  • Isothermal Reversible and Isothermal Irreversible
  • Adiabatic Reversible and Irreversible Expansion

Redox Reaction and Electrochemistry

  • Balancing of Redox Reactions
  • Oxidation Number and Oxidation State
  • Types of Redox Reactions
  • Balancing of Redox Reaction: Ion Electrode Method
  • Balancing of Disproportionation Redox Reaction: Ion Electrode Method

General Principle and Process of Isolation of Metals

  • Froth Floatation Process
  • Leaching: Chemical Method
  • Conversion of Ore into Oxide - Calcination and Roasting
  • Electrolytic Refining
  • Vapour Phase Refining

s - Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals)

  • Chemical Properties of Alkali Metals – 1
  • Chemical Properties of Alkali Metals – 2
  • Anomalous Behaviour of Lithium
  • Halides of Alkali Metals
  • Sodium Chloride and Sodium Hydroxide

d - and f – Block Elements

  • Screening Effect and Lanthanoid Contraction
  • Atomic Size/Radii
  • Ionisation Energy
  • Oxidation State
  • Magnetic Properties and Character

Co-ordination Compounds

  • Addition Compounds or Molecular Compounds
  • Terminologies Related to Coordination Compounds
  • Types of Ligands – 1
  • Oxidation Number
  • Coordination Number

Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds

  • Sublimation and Crystallisation
  • Distillation under Reduced Pressure and Steam Distillation
  • Chromatography
  • Test for Halogens
  • Duma's Method

Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry

  • Functional Group
  • IUPAC Nomenclature – 1
  • Carbocations
  • Carbanions
  • Alkyl Free Radicals

Organic Compounds Containing Halogens

  • Nature Of C-X Bond and Physical Properties
  • Reaction with Pcl5, Pcl3, Socl2 And HX
  • Strong and Weak Bases
  • SN2 Reaction
  • SN1 Reaction

Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen

  • Grignard Reagent – 1
  • Reduction by LiAlh4 and Nabh4
  • Acylation and Oxidation of Alcohols
  • Reaction of Phenols with Dil. HNO3
  • Preparation of Aldehydes

Chemistry in Everyday Life

  • Analgesics
  • Antibiotics
  • Preservatives

Principles Related to Practical Chemistry

  • Preliminary Test with Dilute Sulphuric Acid (Systematic Analysis of Anions):
  • Analysis of Cations

Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

  • Lewis Representation of Simple Molecules (Lewis Structure)
  • Limitations of the Octet Rule
  • Bond Parameters: Length, Angle, Energy, Strength
  • Fazan's Rule and Covalent Character in Ionic Bond

Classification Of Elements and Periodic Table

  • Long Form of Modern Periodic Table
  • Classification of Elements: s-Block
  • Atomic Radius of Elements
  • Variation of Atomic Radii and Ionic Radii
  • Ionisation Enthalpy or Ionisation Potential

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Frequently Asked Questions

When will JEE Main 2026 exam dates be announced?

The official exam dates for JEE Main 2026 are expected to be announced very soon. Students should regularly check the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the examination schedule. Keeping an eye on official notifications is crucial for timely preparation.

What is the main syllabus for JEE Main 2026?

The JEE Main 2026 syllabus primarily covers topics from Class 11th and 12th NCERT books across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. It includes a wide range of concepts designed to test a candidates foundational understanding and problem-solving abilities. Staying updated with the detailed syllabus is key for effective preparation.

How can I find the chapter-wise weightage for JEE Main 2026?

You can find the chapter-wise weightage for JEE Main 2026 by referring to detailed analyses based on previous years question papers. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Knowing the weightage helps you identify and focus on high-scoring topics, optimizing your study plan for better results.

Which books should I refer to for JEE Main 2026 preparation?

For JEE Main 2026, it is highly recommended to refer to the Class 11th and 12th NCERT books for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Additionally, utilizing NCERT 11th and 12th Class Solutions can greatly help in understanding concepts and practicing problems effectively. These books form the core foundation for the exam.

Does the JEE Main syllabus weightage change every year?

Yes, the JEE Main syllabus weightage can witness some variations every year. While core topics remain consistent, the distribution of questions and marks across chapters may slightly change. Therefore, it is important to refer to the latest weightage analysis, typically derived from previous year papers, for the most relevant preparation strategy.

What are the most important Physics topics for JEE Main 2026?

For JEE Main 2026 Physics, some of the most important topics based on weightage include Modern Physics, Heat and Thermodynamics, Optics, Current Electricity, and Electrostatics. These topics typically carry a higher number of questions and marks. Focusing on these high-weightage areas can significantly boost your overall score.

Where can I check official updates for JEE Main 2026?

For all official updates and announcements related to JEE Main 2026, including exam dates, syllabus changes, and results, you should regularly visit the National Testing Agencys NTA official website for JEE Main, which is jeemain.nta.nic.in. This is the most reliable source for authentic information.

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