JEE Main Paper 1 Syllabus (PCM)

Subject-wise list of all the chapters covered in the syllabus of JEE Main is provided here. The topic-wise weightage of IIT JEE is highly uncertain, therefore, the students are advised to prepare the entire syllabus without skipping. JEE Main syllabus is mapped as per class 11 and class 12 NCERT textbooks to ensure uniformity across the country. Have a complete overview of the entire syllabus and accordingly formulate a suitable preparation strategy.

Syllabus of JEE Main

JEE Main Physics Syllabus

Physics and MeasurementThermodynamics
KinematicsRotational Motion
GravitationWork and Energy
PowerProperties of Solids and Liquids
Laws of MotionElectronic Devices
OscillationsWaves
Current ElectricityElectromagnetic Waves
Communication SystemsElectromagnetic Induction
MagnetismAlternating Currents
Magnetic Effects of CurrentKinetic Theory of Gases
Dual Nature of MatterRadiation
AtomsNuclei
OpticsElectrostatics

Physics is an interesting subject for most JEE aspirants. A good score from this section requires meticulous planning. Concepts like electricity, mechanics, and magnetism constitute around 65% of the marks distribution. All these concepts are of utmost importance.

JEE Main Chemistry Syllabus

Physical Chemistry
Basic concepts in ChemistryStates of Matter
Chemical bondingAtomic Structure
SolutionsSolutions
Redox ReactionsChemical Thermodynamics
EquilibriumElectrochemistry
Surface ChemistryChemical Kinetics
Organic Chemistry
PolymersPrinciples of Practical Chemistry
Organic Compounds – Characterisation and PurificationOxygen, Halogens, and Nitrogen Organic Compounds
HydrocarbonsBiomolecules
Basics of Organic ChemistryChemistry in everyday life
Inorganic Chemistry
HydrogenClassification of Elements
PeriodicityAlkali metals
Group 13 to Group 18 ElementsAlkaline earth metals
D and f block elementsCoordination compounds
Environmental chemistryIsolation of metals

All three sections of chemistry are interlinked. Candidates can start with the Physical Chemistry section before moving on to the other two parts. Practise solving different types of questions like matching type, multiple-choice and assertion reason type questions to boost one’s reasoning skills.

JEE Main Maths Syllabus

Sets, Relations, and FunctionsComplex Numbers
DeterminantQuadratic Equations
MatricesPermutations Combinations
Mathematical InductionSequence Series
Binomial TheoremLimits and Continuity
DifferentiabilityStatistics
Differential EquationsIntegral Calculus
TrigonometryVector Algebra
Coordinate GeometryMathematical Reasoning
3D GeometryProbability

Topics covered in Maths are a perfect blend of simple and complex topics. Maths is easy to score if students develop a good understanding of the basic concepts. Concentrate on concept building and enhancing numerical solving skills by practising often.

JEE Main Paper 1 Exam Pattern

Exam Mode: Computer-Based (Online)
Exam Duration: 3 Hours
Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
Total Number of Questions: 75 (25 Physics + 25 Chemistry + 25 Maths)
Question Types: 20 MCQs & 5 Numerical Questions for Each Subject (PCM)
Maximum Marks: 300
Marking Scheme: 

  • MCQ: Correct Answer = +4, Incorrect Answer = -1, Unattempted Answer = 0
  • Numerical Question: Correct Answer = +4, Incorrect & Unattempted Answer = 0
Exam Languages: English, Hindi, and Gujarati

Important Physics Topics for JEE Main (Marks-Wise Weightage as per Previous Year Data)

(Please note that these topics have been listed from the trends observed over the last 5 years. Also, please note that each question carries 4 marks)

Electrostatics – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Current Electricity – 3 Questions (9.9% Weightage)
Capacitors –  1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Magnetic Effect of Current and Magnetism – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Alternating Current – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Kinetic Theory of Gases & Thermodynamics – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Simple Harmonic Motion – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Sound Waves – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Kinematics – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Work, Energy, and Power – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Laws of Motion – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Centre Of Mass – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Rotational Dynamics – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Modern Physics – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Elasticity – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Wave Optics – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Error in Measurement – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Circular Motion – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Electromagnetic Waves – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Semiconductors – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Communication Systems – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)

Important Chemistry Topics for JEE Main (Marks-Wise Weightage as per Previous Year Data)

Transition Elements & Coordination Compounds – 3 Questions (9.9% Weightage)
Periodic table, s and p-Block Elements – 3 Questions (9.9% Weightage)
Thermodynamics & the Gaseous State – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Atomic Structure – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Chemical Bonding – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Chemical And Ionic Equilibrium – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Solid-State And Surface Chemistry – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Nuclear & Environmental Chemistry – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Mole Concept – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Redox Reactions – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Electrochemistry – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Chemical Kinetics – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Solution & Colligative Properties – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
General Organic Chemistry – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Stereochemistry – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Hydrocarbon – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Alkyl Halides – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Carboxylic Acids & their Derivatives – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Carbohydrates, Amino-Acids, and Polymers – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Aromatic Compounds – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)

Important Maths Topics for JEE Main (Marks-Wise Weightage as per Previous Year Data)

Quadratic Equations – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Sequences & Series – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Trigonometric Equations – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Limits – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Differentiability – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Indefinite Integration – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Definite Integration – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Differential Equations – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
The Area under the Curve – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Straight Lines – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Vectors – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
3-D Geometry – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Permutations & Combinations – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Probability – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Complex Numbers – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Binominal Theorem – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Determinants – 2 Questions (6.6% Weightage)
Tangents and Normals – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Maxima and Minima – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Statistics – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Parabola – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Ellipse – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Hyperbola – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Mathematical Reasoning – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Height & Distance – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)
Sets – 1 Question (3.3% Weightage)

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