Check the JEE Main 2026 Physics syllabus and chapter-wise weightage to boost your preparation with a targeted study approach.
As the countdown begins for JEE Main 2026, understanding the Physics syllabus thoroughly can give students a competitive edge in their preparation. To help you stay focused and plan your strategy, we’ve listed the official JEE Main Physics syllabus along with expected chapter-wise weightage, based on previous year trends.
Let’s break it down for better clarity
Here is the complete syllabus released by NTA for Physics:
Section A (Theory - 80% weightage)
Section B (Experimental Skills - 20% weightage)
Based on analysis of past year papers, here is the expected topic-wise weightage:
| Chapter | Expected No. of Questions | Weightage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Electrostatics | 2 | 6.6% |
| Current Electricity | 2 | 6.6% |
| Magnetic Effects & Magnetism | 2 | 6.6% |
| Electromagnetic Induction & AC | 2 | 6.6% |
| Laws of Motion | 1 | 3.3% |
| Work, Energy and Power | 1 | 3.3% |
| Rotational Motion | 1 | 3.3% |
| Properties of Matter | 1 | 3.3% |
| Thermodynamics | 2 | 6.6% |
| Kinetic Theory of Gases | 1 | 3.3% |
| Oscillations and Waves | 2 | 6.6% |
| Optics | 2 | 6.6% |
| Dual Nature of Matter | 1 | 3.3% |
| Atoms and Nuclei | 1 | 3.3% |
| Electronic Devices | 2 | 6.6% |
| Communication Systems | 1 | 3.3% |
| Experimental and Instrumentation Skills | 2 | 6.6% |
Note: This is an expected distribution based on trends from previous years. Actual paper may vary.
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