The NEET UG 2027 syllabus has not been released yet, so the best guide today is the syllabus the National Medical Commission (NMC) notified for NEET (UG) 2026. This post lists every unit, the exam pattern and a six-month plan.
Key takeaways
- No separate NEET UG 2027 syllabus notice was on the NTA or NMC websites on 11 November 2026.
- The current official syllabus has 20 Physics units, 20 Chemistry units and 10 Biology units.
- The latest pattern: 180 questions, 720 marks, 180 minutes, +4 for a correct answer and -1 for a wrong one.
- The NEET 2027 exam date is not yet announced. In 2025 and 2026, the exam was set for the first Sunday of May.
- The official syllabus does not name any textbook, so you have to match each unit to your school chapters yourself.
What is the NEET UG 2027 syllabus right now?
Quick answer: Today, the NEET UG 2027 syllabus is best read as the NMC-notified NEET (UG) 2026 syllabus. It has 50 units: 20 in Physics, 20 in Chemistry and 10 in Biology. NTA's 2026 bulletin says this syllabus did not change from the previous year. Check for a 2027 notice before you finalise your plan.
The NMC letter printed in the NTA bulletin is dated 22 December 2025. It refers to the NMC Public Notice of the same date for the 2026-27 session. Read the full syllabus in Appendix-III of the NEET (UG) 2026 Information Bulletin. It is also on the official NEET site.
For eligibility and counselling, read our NEET UG 2027 guide.
Has the NEET syllabus changed for 2027?
Not officially. On 11 November 2026, there was no NEET (UG) 2027 syllabus notice on the NTA or NMC website.
For 2026, the bulletin's FAQ says: "No, there is no change in the syllabus of NEET (UG) โ 2026 with respect to the previous year." So any "chapters removed for 2027" list is a guess. The same FAQ fixes one line: Biology Unit 2's "of an insect (Frog)" should be read as "of an insect and a frog".
How many units are in each NEET subject?
Units in the official NEET (UG) syllabus, by subject.
Physics has 20 units. Chemistry has 20 units, split into Physical (units 1-8), Inorganic (units 9-12) and Organic (units 13-20). Biology has 10 units in one list. That makes 50 units in total.
Physics units (20)
| Units | Names |
|---|---|
| 1-5 | Physics and Measurement; Kinematics; Laws of Motion; Work, Energy and Power; Rotational Motion |
| 6-10 | Gravitation; Properties of Solids and Liquids; Thermodynamics; Kinetic Theory of Gases; Oscillations and Waves |
| 11-15 | Electrostatics; Current Electricity; Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism; Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents; Electromagnetic Waves |
| 16-20 | Optics; Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation; Atoms and Nuclei; Electronic Devices; Experimental Skills |
Unit 20 lists 18 experiments, such as the Vernier calipers, screw gauge and metre bridge. Kinematics includes projectile motion and uniform circular motion. If these feel shaky, start with projectile motion explained and circular motion explained.
Chemistry units (20)
| Group | Units |
|---|---|
| Physical (1-8) | Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry; Atomic Structure; Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure; Chemical Thermodynamics; Solutions; Equilibrium; Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry; Chemical Kinetics |
| Inorganic (9-12) | Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties; p-Block Elements; d- and f-Block Elements; Co-ordination Compounds |
| Organic (13-20) | Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds; Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry; Hydrocarbons; Organic Compounds Containing Halogens; Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen; Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen; Biomolecules; Principles Related to Practical Chemistry |
Unit 1 includes the mole concept, which most Physical Chemistry numericals use. Read mole concept explained early.
Biology units (10)
| Units | Names |
|---|---|
| 1-3 | Diversity in Living World; Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants; Cell Structure and Function |
| 4-6 | Plant Physiology; Human Physiology; Reproduction |
| 7-10 | Genetics and Evolution; Biology and Human Welfare; Biotechnology and Its Applications; Ecology and Environment |
The exam paper says "Biology (Botany & Zoology)", but the syllabus lists Biology as one set of 10 units without that split.
What is the NEET exam pattern?
NEET (UG) pattern as given in the 2026 Information Bulletin.
Physics has 45 questions for 180 marks. Chemistry has 45 questions for 180 marks. Biology has 90 questions for 360 marks. The total is 180 questions and 720 marks in 180 minutes, with +4 for a correct answer and -1 for a wrong one.
| Item | NEET (UG) 2026 rule |
|---|---|
| Time | 3 hours, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM IST |
| Question type | MCQ, four options, one correct or best answer |
| Marking | +4 correct, -1 wrong, 0 unanswered |
| Mode | Pen and paper, single day, single shift |
In May 2026, the Union Education Minister said NEET UG will move to a computer-based test (CBT) from 2027, as reported by India Today NE and other news sites. NTA has not yet published a NEET 2027 notice or bulletin with the mode, dates or pattern. Use the pattern above for now and check neet.nta.nic.in for the official notice.
When is NEET UG 2027?
The NEET UG 2027 date is not yet announced. NEET (UG) 2025 was held on 4 May 2025 (Sunday), and NEET (UG) 2026 was scheduled for 3 May 2026 (Sunday). So it is usually the first Sunday of May. Check neet.nta.nic.in for the real date.
Does the NEET syllabus follow NCERT?
The official syllabus does not name NCERT or any other textbook. It lists units and topics only. Many students still use their Class 11 and 12 school textbooks. Map it yourself:
- Put the official syllabus next to your textbook contents pages.
- Write the matching chapter names beside each unit.
- Highlight any syllabus line you cannot find, and find a source for it.
- Strike out any chapter that is not in the official list.
Preparing for boards too? See CBSE board exams 2027.
How should you plan the NEET syllabus in 6 months?
A six-month chapter plan, starting from November 2026.
Month 1 covers mechanics, the mole concept and the first Biology units. Months 2 to 4 cover the remaining units, ending with practicals. Month 5 is for weak units and timed sets. Month 6 is for full 180-question papers and error review.
Starting in November 2026, it ends around April 2027.
| Month | Physics | Chemistry | Biology |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Units 1-5 (measurement to rotational motion) | Units 1-3 (basic concepts, atomic structure, bonding) | Units 1-3 (diversity, structural organisation, cell) |
| 2 | Units 6-10 (gravitation to waves) | Units 4-8 (thermodynamics to kinetics) | Units 4-5 (plant and human physiology) |
| 3 | Units 11-15 (electrostatics to EM waves) | Units 9-12 (inorganic) | Units 6-7 (reproduction, genetics and evolution) |
| 4 | Units 16-20 (optics to experimental skills) | Units 13-20 (organic and practical) | Units 8-10 (human welfare, biotechnology, ecology) |
| 5 | Weak units, timed sets | Weak units, timed sets | Full revision of all 10 units |
| 6 | Full 180-question papers in 180 minutes | Error log review | Error log review |
Each week, solve timed MCQs from what you studied, and keep an error log of your wrong steps.
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Worked example: a NEET-style Physics MCQ
Question: A ball is thrown at 20 m/s at an angle of 30 degrees above the ground. Take g = 10 m/s^2. What is the maximum height it reaches?
(a) 5 m (b) 10 m (c) 15 m (d) 20 m
Step-by-step solution of the projectile MCQ.
The ball starts at 20 m/s at 30 degrees, with g = 10 m/s^2. Its vertical speed is u sin 30 = 10 m/s, and it becomes 0 at the top. So H = (u sin theta)^2 / 2g = 100 / 20 = 5 m. The answer is option (a).
Solution in words:
- Only the vertical part of the speed decides height. Vertical speed = 20 x sin 30 = 20 x 0.5 = 10 m/s.
- At the highest point, vertical speed is 0.
- Use v^2 = u^2 - 2gH with v = 0. So H = (10)^2 / (2 x 10) = 100 / 20 = 5 m.
- Answer: (a) 5 m.
A common trap is using the full 20 m/s. That gives 400 / 20 = 20 m, which is option (d).
What are the common mistakes with the NEET syllabus?
- Using an unofficial list. Use only the NTA or NMC syllabus.
- Skipping practical units. Physics Unit 20 and Chemistry Unit 20 are in the syllabus.
- Ignoring negative marking. Four wrong answers cancel one right answer.
- Only reading Biology. It is 90 of the 180 questions, so practise timed MCQs.
- Not checking official updates. Get the 2027 date and pattern from neet.nta.nic.in and nmc.org.in.
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Facts checked against official sources on 11 November 2026.
FAQ
Is the NEET UG 2027 syllabus released?
Not yet, as of 11 November 2026. The latest official syllabus is the one NMC notified for NEET (UG) 2026. Check nmc.org.in and neet.nta.nic.in for updates.
How many chapters are in the NEET syllabus?
The official syllabus uses units, not chapters: 20 in Physics, 20 in Chemistry and 10 in Biology. Each unit can match one or more textbook chapters.
Were any chapters removed from the NEET syllabus?
For 2026, NTA's bulletin says the syllabus did not change from the previous year. There is no official 2027 notice yet, so ignore unofficial "removed chapters" lists.
Is NEET 2027 going to be a computer-based test?
In May 2026, the Union Education Minister said NEET UG will become a computer-based test from 2027 (as reported in the news). NTA has not yet published the official NEET 2027 notice, so the exact mode, dates and pattern are not confirmed. NEET (UG) 2026 was a pen-and-paper exam in a single shift.
What is the NEET marking scheme?
A correct answer gets +4, a wrong answer -1 and an unanswered question 0. There are 180 questions for 720 marks.
Is NCERT enough for the NEET syllabus?
The official syllabus does not name NCERT or any textbook. Many students use their Class 11 and 12 textbooks as the base. Map each unit to your chapters and cover any line you cannot match.
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