NEET 2025 Syllabus PDF(Official): NTA officially released @neet.nta.nic.in

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NEET 2025 syllabus in PDF format on its official website, neet.nta.nic.in. Aspirants preparing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) can now access the complete syllabus, which includes detailed subject-wise topics for Physics, Chemistry and Biology. This release provides candidates with a comprehensive roadmap to structure their preparation effectively and excel in the competitive exam.

Candidates are requested to go through the syllabus carefully to plan their preparation. Students can visit the official website or check the details below to get complete information and download the NEET UG 2025 syllabus PDF.

Highlights

Here are the key highlights of NEET UG 2025:

Particulars	Details
Name of Exam	NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Level	National-Level Undergraduate (UG) Examination
Exam Frequency	Once a year
Exam Mode	Offline (Pen and Paper-Based Test)
Courses Offered	MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, BAMS, BVSc & AH
Exam Duration	3 hours (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST)
Total Questions	180
Total Marks	720
Marking Scheme	+4 for each correct answer; -1 for each incorrect answer; 0 for unattempted questions
Exam Languages	Available in 13 languages: English, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Assamese, Gujarati, Marathi, Odia, Kannada, Tamil, Malayalam, Punjabi, and Telugu
Application Fee	General: ₹1,700; OBC-NCL: ₹1,600; SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: ₹1,000; Foreign Nationals: ₹9,500
Eligibility Criteria	Age: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2025; no upper age limit Educational Qualification: Completed or appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects Minimum Marks: General: 50%; OBC/SC/ST: 40%; PwD: 45%
Important Dates	Application Form Release: 07 February 2025 Last Date to Apply: 07 March 2025 Admit Card Release: By 01 May 2025 Exam Date: 04 May, 2025 Result Declaration: 04 June 2025
Exam Pattern	Subjects: Physics (45 Questions), Chemistry (45 Questions), Biology [Botany (45 Questions) and Zoology (45 Questions)] Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Syllabus	Topics from Class 11 and 12 NCERT curriculum in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Detailed syllabus available on the official website.
Number of Exam Cities	552 in India; 14 abroad
Total Seats Available	MBBS: Approximately 1,09,170 BDS: Approximately 27,868 BAMS: Approximately 52,720 BVSc & AH: Approximately 603

For Physics

Understanding core concepts like Newton’s Laws, Thermodynamics and Electrostatics is important for cracking the physics section of NEET 2025. You should focus on achieving conceptual clarity and consistently solving problems. The NEET UG Syllabus 2025 for Physics includes:

• Basic concepts of measurement, kinematics, Newton’s laws, etc.
• Advanced topics like thermodynamics, electromagnetism, wave optics, nuclear physics, etc.
• Practical and experimental skills, such as measurements with Vernier calipers, pendulum experiments, and resistivity studies, etc.

Unit-Wise distribution:

Here is Unit-Wise distribution of NEET 2025 Physics Syllabus:

Unit 1: Physics and Measurement

• Units of Measurements: Learn about standard units like SI units, along with fundamental and derived units.
• Measurement Concepts: Focus on concepts like least count, significant figures, and errors in measurements.
• Dimensional Analysis: Understand the application of dimensional analysis.

Unit 2: Kinematics

• Frame of Reference & Motion in a Straight Line: Explore speed, velocity, acceleration, and motion concepts.
• Vectors: Scalar and vector quantities, operations, and relative velocity.
• Types of Motion: Study projectile motion and uniform circular motion.

Unit 3: Laws of Motion

• Newton’s Laws: Fundamental laws governing motion.
• Momentum and Impulse: Concepts of force and their relation to time and mass.
• Friction: Learn about dynamics of friction in uniform circular motion.

Unit 4: Work, Energy, and Power

• Types of Energy: Work, kinetic energy, and potential energy.
• Energy Conservation: Conservation of mechanical energy.
• Collisions: Elastic and inelastic collisions.

Unit 5: Rotational Motion

• Center of Mass and Torque: Basics of rotational physics.
• Angular Momentum: Conservation laws and moment of inertia.

Unit 6: Gravitation

• Universal Law of Gravitation: How gravity operates.
• Kepler’s Laws: Understanding planetary motion.
• Satellite Motion: Concept of gravitational force in satellite dynamics.

Unit 7: Properties of Solids and Liquids

• Elasticity and Viscosity: Stress-strain and flow properties of materials.
• Bernoulli’s Principle & Surface Tension: Fluid dynamics.
• Thermal Concepts: Heat, temperature, and methods of heat transfer.

• Laws of Thermodynamics: The fundamental principles of energy conservation.
• Heat Processes: Isothermal, adiabatic, and thermal equilibrium.

Unit 9: Kinetic Theory of Gases

• Gas Laws: Understanding gas behavior with concepts like kinetic energy, degrees of freedom, and specific heat capacities.
• Mean Free Path: Path traveled by particles.

Unit 10: Oscillations and Waves

• Simple Harmonic Motion (SHM): Energy in oscillating systems.
• Wave Motion: Superposition, beats, standing waves, and harmonics.

Unit 11: Electrostatics

• Electric Charges: Coulomb’s law and electric field concepts.
• Capacitors: Energy stored in capacitors.

Unit 12: Current Electricity

• Ohm’s Law: Electrical resistivity and circuits.
• Circuit Theory: Kirchhoff’s laws, Wheatstone bridge.

Unit 13: Magnetic Effects and Magnetism

• Biot-Savart and Ampere’s Law: Magnetic effects of currents.
• Magnetic Force: Concepts of galvanometers and ferromagnetism.

Unit 14: Electromagnetic Induction and AC

• Faraday’s Laws & Lenz’s Law: Basics of electromagnetism.
• Self and Mutual Inductance: Electric properties in alternating currents.

Unit 15: Electromagnetic Waves

• Characteristics and Spectrum: Understanding electromagnetic waves.
• Applications: The practical use of waves in technology.

Unit 16: Optics

• Light Behavior: Reflection, refraction, and lens formulas.
• Wave Optics: Interference, diffraction, and polarization.

Unit 17: Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation

• Photoelectric Effect: Study of light-matter interaction.
• Einstein’s Equation & de Broglie’s Relation: Wave-particle duality.

Unit 18: Atoms and Nuclei

• Atomic Models: Rutherford’s and Bohr’s models of the atom.
• Nuclear Reactions: The composition of nuclei and related mass-energy.

Unit 19: Electronic Devices

• Semiconductors & Diodes: Learn about different types of diodes and semiconductor behavior.
• Logic Gates & Rectifiers: Understand Zener diode and related concepts.

Unit 20: Experimental Skills

• Setup Procedures: Practical use of instruments like Vernier calipers and screw gauges.
• Resistance and Optical Measurements: Measure properties of electrical components, lenses, and mirrors.

For Chemistry

Chemistry explores the properties and changes of matter. NEET UG tests knowledge in Physical, Organic, and Inorganic Chemistry, essential for understanding reactions and solving problems effectively. The 2025 NEET UG Chemistry syllabus is divided into three parts:

1. Physical Chemistry: Atomic structure, thermodynamics, solutions and kinetics.
2. Inorganic Chemistry: Classification of elements, properties of transition metals and their coordination compounds.
3. Organic Chemistry: Principles of organic chemistry, hydrocarbons, biomolecules and reaction mechanisms.

Unit-Wise distribution:

Here is Unit-Wise distribution of NEET 2025 Chemistry Syllabus:

Physical Chemistry:

1. Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry:
   • Matter and its nature
   • Dalton’s atomic theory
   • Laws of chemical combination
   • Atomic and molecular masses
   • Mole concept, stoichiometry, chemical equations
2. Atomic Structure:
   • Electromagnetic radiation, photoelectric effect
   • Bohr model, quantum mechanics, quantum numbers
   • Atomic orbitals, Aufbau principle
   • Pauli’s exclusion principle, Hund’s rule
3. Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure:
   • Ionic and covalent bonding
   • VSEPR theory, hybridization
   • Resonance, molecular orbital theory
   • Metallic bonding, hydrogen bonding
4. Chemical Thermodynamics:
   • System, surroundings
   • Laws of thermodynamics, enthalpy
   • Gibbs free energy, spontaneity
5. Solutions:
   • Concentration methods, Raoult’s Law
   • Colligative properties, van’t Hoff factor
   • Molar mass calculations
6. Equilibrium:
   • Physical and chemical equilibrium
   • Equilibrium constants, Le Chatelier’s principle
   • Ionic equilibrium, pH, buffer solutions
7. Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry:
   • Oxidation and reduction
   • Electrochemical cells, Nernst equation
   • Cell potential, Gibbs energy relationship
   • Dry cells, lead accumulator, fuel cells
8. Chemical Kinetics:
   • Reaction rate, factors affecting rates
   • Rate laws, activation energy, Arrhenius equation
   • Collision theory

Inorganic Chemistry:

9. Classification of Elements and Periodicity:
   • Periodic table, s/p/d/f block elements
   • Trends in atomic/ionic radii, ionization energy, electron gain enthalpy
10. P-Block Elements:
    • Groups 13-18
    • General properties, unique behavior of first element in each group
11. D- and F-Block Elements:
    • Transition elements, lanthanoids, actinoids
    • Oxidation states, lanthanoid contraction

Organic Chemistry:

13. Purification and Characterization:
    • Methods like crystallization, sublimation, chromatography
    • Qualitative and quantitative analysis, empirical and molecular formulas
14. Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry:
    • Hybridization, nomenclature, isomerism
    • Inductive effect, resonance, types of organic reactions
15. Hydrocarbons:
    • Preparation, properties, and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes
    • Aromatic hydrocarbons, Friedel-Crafts reactions
16. Organic Compounds Containing Halogens:
    • Preparation, properties, substitution reaction mechanisms
    • Environmental impacts of compounds like DDT, Freons
17. Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen:
    • Alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids
    • Methods of preparation, reactions, and uses
18. Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen:
    • Amines, diazonium salts
    • Properties, classification, synthetic applications
19. Biomolecules:
    • Carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, vitamins, hormones
20. Principles of Practical Chemistry:
    • Detection of elements and functional groups
    • Titrimetric exercises, enthalpy studies, kinetics studies

For Biology

Biology studies living organisms and their processes. It covers key topics like genetics, ecology, and human physiology, forming the basis for success in NEET UG. The NEET UG Syllabus 2025 for Biology spans 10 important units, including:

• The structural and functional aspects of plants and animals.
• Essential physiological processes like reproduction, respiration and hormonal regulation.
• Genetics, evolutionary processes, biotechnology, ecology and human health.

Unit-Wise distribution:

Here is Unit-Wise distribution of NEET 2025 Biology Syllabus:

Unit 1: Diversity in Living World

• What is Living?
  • Biodiversity and the need for classification.
  • Taxonomy and Systematics.
  • Concept of species and taxonomic hierarchy.
  • Binomial Nomenclature.
• Five Kingdom Classification
  • Classification of Monera, Protista, Fungi, Lichens, Viruses, and Viroids.
• Plant Classification
  • Classification of plants into major groups like Algae, Bryophytes, etc., with features and examples.
• Animal Classification
  • Classification of non-chordates up to phyla, and chordates up to class (features and examples).

Unit 2: Structural Organization in Animals and Plants

• Morphology & Anatomy of Plants
  • Focus on flowering plants: e.g., Malvaceae, Cruciferae.
• Animal Tissues
  • Structure and function of digestive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, and reproductive systems (insects).

Unit 3: Cell Structure and Function

• Cell Theory & Types
  • Prokaryotic vs. eukaryotic cells.
  • Organelles and their structures/functions.
  • Nuclear components.
• Biomolecules & Enzymes
  • Study of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids.
  • Enzyme properties and classifications.
• Cell Division
  • Cell cycle, mitosis, and meiosis.

Unit 4: Plant Physiology

• Photosynthesis
  • Locations, pigments, pathways (C3, C4), and photorespiration.
• Respiration
  • Glycolysis, TCA cycle, electron transport, ATP yield, respiratory quotient.
• Plant Growth & Development
  • Phases, growth regulators (auxins, gibberellins), and differentiation.

Unit 5: Human Physiology

• Respiratory System
  • Breathing, gas exchange, and disorders (e.g., asthma, emphysema).
• Circulatory System
  • Blood composition, groups, cardiac cycle, ECG, disorders (e.g., hypertension, heart failure).
• Excretion
  • Kidney function, urine formation, dialysis, and disorders.
• Musculoskeletal System
  • Muscle contraction, skeletal system, and disorders (e.g., arthritis, osteoporosis).
• Nervous & Endocrine Systems
  • Neurons, nervous system types, hormones, and disorders (e.g., dwarfism, diabetes).

Unit 6: Reproduction

• Sexual Reproduction in Plants
  • Pollination, double fertilization, seed/fruit formation.
• Human Reproduction
  • Male and female systems, gametogenesis, menstrual cycle, fertilization, pregnancy.
• Reproductive Health
  • STD prevention, contraception, infertility, and assisted reproductive technologies.

Unit 7: Genetics and Evolution

• Genetics
  • Mendelian inheritance, deviations, polygenic inheritance, linkage, and crossing over.
• Molecular Basis of Genetics
  • DNA/RNA structure, replication, transcription, translation, genome study, DNA fingerprinting.
• Evolution
  • Origin of life, Darwinian theory, natural selection, Hardy-Weinberg principle, and human evolution.

Unit 8: Biology and Human Welfare

• Health and Diseases
  • Malaria, typhoid, AIDS, cancer, immunology, and drug/alcohol abuse.
• Microbial Applications
  • Roles of microbes in food processing, agriculture, sewage treatment, and energy production.

Unit 9: Biotechnology and Its Applications

• Genetic Engineering
  • Principles, applications in health and agriculture, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
  • Ethical concerns like biopiracy.

Unit 10: Ecology and Environment

• Organisms and Environment
  • Population interactions and growth attributes.
• Ecosystems
  • Patterns, productivity, energy flow, and pyramids.
• Biodiversity
  • Importance, conservation, Red Data Book, hotspots, and sanctuaries.

Chapter-wise Weightage

Below is a chapter-wise weightage (average number of questions) based on the analysis of NEET previous years exam papers:

Biology Chapter-wise Weightage

Biology has the highest weightage, contributing 50% of the questions in NEET. Divided into:

1. Botany (plants, cell biology, ecology).
2. Zoology (human anatomy, reproduction, genetics).

Focus Areas: NCERT textbook-based direct factual questions.

Detailed Weightage:

Unit Name	Average No. of Questions
Diversity in the Living World	10–12
Structural Organization in Animals	3–4
Cell Structure and Function	5–7
Plant Physiology	8–10
Human Physiology	15–17
Reproduction	5–7
Genetics and Evolution	10–12
Biology and Human Welfare	2–3
Biotechnology	3–4
Ecology and Environment	8–10

Chemistry Chapter-wise Weightage

Chemistry in NEET is equally divided among three sections:

1. Physical Chemistry (calculations and formulas).
2. Inorganic Chemistry (theory-heavy).
3. Organic Chemistry (mechanisms and reactions).

Focus Areas: Equal emphasis on theory and application.

Detailed Weightage:

Physical Chemistry

Unit	Average No. of Questions
Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry	1–2
Structure of Atom	1–2
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure	2–3
States of Matter	1–2
Thermodynamics	1–2
Equilibrium	2–3
Redox Reactions	1
Solutions	1–2
Electrochemistry	1–2
Chemical Kinetics	1–2
Surface Chemistry	1

Inorganic Chemistry

Unit	Average No. of Questions
The Periodic Table	1–2
Hydrogen	1
The s-Block Elements	1
The p-Block Elements	3–4
The d- and f-Block Elements	2
Coordination Compounds	2–3

Organic Chemistry

Unit	Average No. of Questions
Basic Principles & Techniques	2–3
Hydrocarbons	2
Haloalkanes and Haloarenes	1–2
Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers	2
Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids	2
Organic Compounds containing Nitrogen	1
Polymers	1
Biomolecules	2
Chemistry in Everyday Life	1
Environmental Chemistry	1

Physics Chapter-wise Weightage

Physics forms the foundation of NEET, testing conceptual clarity, problem-solving skills and the application of theoretical knowledge. It is divided into two parts: Class 11 topics (Mechanics, Gravitation etc.) and Class 12 topics (Electrodynamics, Optics, Modern Physics).

• Focus Areas: Numerical problem-solving and application-based questions.

Detailed Weightage:

Unit	Average No. of Questions
Physical world and Measurement	1
Kinematics	2–3
Laws of Motion	2
Work, Energy and Power	2–3
Motion of System of Particles	2
Gravitation	1–2
Properties of Bulk Matter	2–3
Thermodynamics	2
Behaviour of Perfect Gas & Kinetic Theory	1–2
Oscillations and Waves	3–4
Electrostatics	2–3
Current Electricity	3
Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism	3–4
Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Currents	2–3
Electromagnetic Waves	1
Optics	3
Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation	2
Atoms and Nuclei	2
Semiconductor Electronics	3–4

Download NEET 2025 Syllabus PDF

The National Medical Commission has published the official syllabus for NEET UG 2025. You can download the syllabus which includes all subjects in Physics, Chemistry and Biology here.

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