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Chapterwise Weightage For NEET 2025: To perform well in NEET 2025, knowledge of the chapterwise weightage of each subject is important. Students who are going to appear in upcoming NEET exam can go through the detailed chapterwise analysis of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology topics according to their weightage in the previous year NEET examinations. Using high-weightage topics, candidates can set a targeted study plan that is time-saving and improves retention.
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With the well-planned strategy, students can study the most important chapters, organise their preparation in a proper manner, and improve overall accuracy. Smart planning, selective revision, and regular practice can make it possible for candidates to rise to the top rank in NEET 2025.
The NEET exam consists of 180 questions in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. To perform well in the NEET exam 2025, you should be aware of the NEET syllabus and the weightage of each subject. Here's a summary of each subject to prepare you. Download the NEET chapterwise weightage PDF for better understanding and planned NEET exam preparation.
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A lot of students think Physics is the hardest part. So, it’s important to know which chapters are most important. The NEET 2025 Physics section will have 45 questions.
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This table shows you how many questions you can expect from each chapter in Class 11 Physics.
Topic / Chapters | Average number of questions | Weightage* |
1 | 2% | |
3 | 7% | |
2 | 4% | |
1 | 1% | |
2 | 3% | |
Properties of Bulk Matter | 1 | 3% |
1 | 2% | |
3 | 7% | |
1 | 3% |
The table below shows how much each chapter from Class 12 Physics is worth for NEET 2025.
Topic / Chapters | Average number of questions | Weightage* |
1 | 3% | |
3 | 6% | |
3 | 6% | |
2 | 5% | |
1 | 1% | |
2 | 4% | |
2 | 4% | |
2 | 5% |
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*Weightage is based on the previous year's paper analysis.
The NEET Chemistry 2025 will also have 45 questions.
This table tells you how many questions and how much weightage to expect from each Class 11 Chemistry chapter.
Topic / Chapters | Average number of questions | Weightage* |
4 | 9% | |
Some p-Block Elements | 3 | 7% |
2 | 4% | |
2 | 4% | |
2 | 4% | |
1 | 3% | |
1 | 3% | |
Redox Reactions | 1 | 2% |
1 | 2% |
The table below shows you what to focus on in Class 12 Chemistry for the NEET exam 2025.
Topic / Chapters | Average number of questions | Weightage* |
Solid State | 1 | 3% |
2 | 4% | |
Electrochemistry | 1 | 3% |
2 | 4% | |
2 | 4% | |
3 | 6% | |
Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers | 2 | 4% |
2 | 3% | |
2 | 4% | |
1 | 2% |
*Weightage is based on the previous year's paper analysis.
Biology is worth the most, with 90 questions in the NEET exam. It's divided into Botany and Zoology.
This table shows how the Biology questions are spread out for classes 11 and 12. It tells you if the questions are easy, hard, or medium.
Chapter | Easy | Medium | Hard | Total | Average Q/yr | Weightage |
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.20 | 1.00% | |
2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.80 | 4.00% | |
2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.80 | 4.00% | |
4 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1.00 | 5.00% | |
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1.20 | 6.00% | |
6 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1.20 | 6.00% | |
0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.60 | 3.00% | |
2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.60 | 3.00% | |
0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.80 | 4.00% | |
1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.20 | 1.00% | |
3 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1.00 | 5.00% | |
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
4 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1.20 | 6.00% | |
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.60 | 3.00% | |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.20 | 1.00% | |
5 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 1.40 | 7.00% | |
1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.40 | 2.00% | |
4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.80 | 4.00% | |
3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.80 | 4.00% | |
1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.20 | 1.00% | |
1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.80 | 4.00% | |
2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.60 | 3.00% | |
Total | 70 | 28 | 2 | 100 | 20.00 | 100.00% |
*Weightage is based on the previous year's paper analysis.
The table below gives you the average number of questions and weightage for the key Botany chapters.
Chapter/Topic | Average Number of Questions | Weightage (%) |
Molecular Basis of Inheritance | 6 | 14% |
Principles of Inheritance and Variation | 4 | 10% |
Cell Cycle and Cell Division | 4 | 9% |
Anatomy of Flowering Plants | 3 | 7% |
Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants | 3 | 6% |
Morphology of Flowering Plants | 3 | 6% |
Plant Growth and Development | 3 | 6% |
Cell: The Unit of Life | 2 | 5% |
Biodiversity and Conservation | 2 | 4% |
Respiration in Plants | 2 | 4% |
Microbes in Human Welfare | 2 | 4% |
Ecosystem | 2 | 4% |
The Living World | 1 | 1% |
The table below lists the Zoology chapters that are most important and how much they are worth.
Chapter/Topic | Average Number of Questions | Weightage (%) |
Animal Kingdom | 6 | 13% |
Biotechnology – Principles and Processes | 6 | 12% |
Biomolecules | 5 | 10% |
Structural Organisation in Animals | 4 | 8% |
Reproductive Health | 4 | 8% |
Biotechnology and Its Applications | 3 | 7% |
Locomotion and Movement | 3 | 6% |
Evolution | 3 | 6% |
Human Reproduction | 3 | 6% |
Human Health and Disease | 3 | 6% |
Body Fluids and Circulation | 2 | 5% |
Excretory Products and Their Elimination | 2 | 5% |
Breathing and Exchange of Gases | 2 | 4% |
The NEET syllabus 2025 consists of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Botany and Zoology). Understanding the weightage of each chapter helps in your study. Once you are aware of the high-weightage chapters, you can save more time on them. This allows you to prepare in a manner that is best suited.
The exam details for NEET 2025 are given below:
Particulars | Details |
Pattern of examination | Pen and paper-based |
Exam Mode | Offline |
Exam Length | 3 hours |
Total Questions | 180 questions |
Sections | Physics- 45 Questions |
Chemistry- 45 Questions | |
Botany- 45 Questions | |
Zoology- 45 Questions | |
Marking | +4 marks for each correct answer |
Negative Marking | -1 mark for each wrong answer |
Unanswered | 0 mark for each unanswered question |
Total Marks | 720 marks |
Score Calculation | (Correct answers X 4) – (Incorrect answers X 1) |
Note: If you don't answer a question, you don't get any marks.
Smart study is important to crack the NEET exam 2025. Some tips are given below:
Understand the Syllabus and Weightage: Familiarise yourself with the NEET 2025 syllabus and study the chapters with the high-weightage.
Make a Study Schedule: Focus more on the most highlighted chapters in the chart. Do study all the chapters.
Understand NCERT Concepts: NCERT books play a highly important role, particularly in Biology.
Practice Questions: Practice previous years' NEET questions so that you are well aware of what is important.
Study Systematically: Read important chapters week and month-wise.
Time Management: Study with concentration time between intervals.
Practice Tests: Attempt practice tests for time and accuracy. Target where the effort is required.
Problem-Solving: Practice physics and chemistry numericals. Give some time for the revision of Biology as well.
Regular Updates: Regularly check the official website of NTA for frequent updates.
By using this guide, understanding how much each chapter is worth, and studying smartly, you can improve your chances of doing well in NEET 2025. Best of luck!
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