JEE Main Syllabus: The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate engineering courses such as B.E. and B.Tech across India. For candidates preparing for the exam, having a clear understanding of the syllabus, exam pattern, chapter wise topics, weightage and marking scheme is essential. The official syllabus for JEE Main 2026 is based on the NCERT curriculum of Classes 11 and 12.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
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Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech
- Mode of examination: Computer-based test (online)
- Duration: 3 hours
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
- Total questions: 75
- Questions per subject: 25
- Total marks: 300
Each subject is divided into two sections:
- Section A: 20 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
- Section B: 5 numerical-value questions (all compulsory)
Candidates are not allowed to use calculators or any electronic devices during the exam.
Marking Scheme for JEE Main 2026
- Correct answer: +4 marks
- Incorrect answer: –1 mark
- Unattempted question: 0 marks
- Negative marking applies to both MCQs and numerical-value questions in Paper 1.
Physics Syllabus – Chapter Wise Topics
The Physics syllabus tests conceptual understanding and problem-solving ability. It includes topics from both Class 11 and Class 12.
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Class 11 Physics Topics
- Units and measurements
- Kinematics
- Laws of motion
- Work, energy and power
- Motion of system of particles and rigid body
- Gravitation
- Properties of solids and liquids
- Thermodynamics
- Kinetic theory of gases
- Oscillations and waves
Class 12 Physics Topics
- Electrostatics
- Current electricity
- Magnetic effects of current and magnetism
- Electromagnetic induction and alternating currents
- Electromagnetic waves
- Optics
- Dual nature of matter and radiation
- Atoms and nuclei
- Electronic devices
Chemistry Syllabus – Chapter Wise Topics
The Chemistry syllabus is divided into three parts: Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Organic Chemistry.
Class 11 Chemistry Topics
- Some basic concepts of chemistry
- Structure of atom
- Classification of elements and periodicity
- Chemical bonding and molecular structure
- States of matter
- Thermodynamics
- Equilibrium
- Redox reactions
- Hydrogen
- s-Block elements
- Basic organic chemistry
Class 12 Chemistry Topics
- Solid state
- Solutions
- Electrochemistry
- Chemical kinetics
- Surface chemistry
- General principles and processes of isolation of elements
- p-Block elements
- d- and f-Block elements
- Coordination compounds
- Haloalkanes and haloarenes
- Alcohols, phenols and ethers
- Aldehydes, ketones and carboxylic acids
- Amines
- Biomolecules
- Polymers
- Chemistry in everyday life
Mathematics Syllabus – Chapter Wise Topics
Mathematics focuses on analytical skills and problem solving. The syllabus covers algebra, calculus, coordinate geometry and vectors.
Class 11 Mathematics Topics
- Sets, relations and functions
- Trigonometric functions
- Complex numbers and quadratic equations
- Linear inequalities
- Permutations and combinations
- Binomial theorem
- Sequences and series
- Straight lines
- Conic sections
- Limits and derivatives
- Statistics and probability
Class 12 Mathematics Topics
- Relations and functions
- Inverse trigonometric functions
- Limits, continuity and differentiability
- Integral calculus
- Differential equations
- Vector algebra
- Three-dimensional geometry
- Matrices and determinants
- Probability
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