NEET Biology Syllabus 2026
Complete chapter-wise Biology syllabus for NEET 2026 with topic weightage, important chapters, and preparation strategy based on NCERT Class 11 & 12.
Botany
50 Questions
200 Marks (45 to attempt)
Zoology
50 Questions
200 Marks (45 to attempt)
Class 11
40-45%
Weightage in NEET
Class 12
55-60%
Weightage in NEET
High Weightage Chapters - Focus These First
| Chapter | Subject | Expected Questions | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principles of Inheritance & Variation | Genetics | 8-10 | Very High |
| Molecular Basis of Inheritance | Genetics | 5-7 | Very High |
| Human Physiology (All) | Zoology | 20-25 | Very High |
| Plant Physiology (All) | Botany | 12-15 | High |
| Ecology (All) | Botany | 10-12 | High |
| Cell Biology | Both | 8-10 | High |
| Sexual Reproduction in Plants | Botany | 5-6 | High |
| Human Reproduction | Zoology | 5-6 | High |
Class 11 Botany Syllabus
Plant Biology from NCERT Class 11
Unit 1: Diversity in Living World
Unit 2: Structural Organisation in Plants
Unit 3: Cell Structure and Function
Unit 4: Plant Physiology
Class 12 Botany Syllabus
Plant Biology from NCERT Class 12
Unit 5: Reproduction
Unit 6: Genetics and Evolution
Unit 7: Biology and Human Welfare
Unit 8: Biotechnology
Unit 9: Ecology
Class 11 Zoology Syllabus
Animal Biology from NCERT Class 11
Unit 1: Diversity in Living World
Unit 2: Structural Organisation in Animals
Unit 3: Cell Structure and Function
Unit 4: Human Physiology
Class 12 Zoology Syllabus
Animal Biology from NCERT Class 12
Unit 5: Reproduction
Unit 6: Genetics and Evolution
Unit 7: Biology and Human Welfare
NEET Biology Preparation Strategy
Master NCERT First
Read NCERT line by line. Highlight important terms, diagrams, and flowcharts. 95% of questions come directly from NCERT.
Focus High-Weightage
Prioritize Human Physiology, Genetics, Plant Physiology, and Ecology. These chapters alone contribute 60% of Biology marks.
Practice MCQs Daily
Solve 50-100 MCQs daily. Focus on previous year questions and take full-length mock tests weekly.
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Frequently Asked Questions - NEET Biology Syllabus
What is the NEET Biology syllabus 2026?
NEET Biology syllabus 2026 covers Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT Biology. It includes Botany (Plant Biology) and Zoology (Animal Biology) with 90 questions worth 360 marks. Key topics include Human Physiology, Plant Physiology, Genetics, Ecology, Cell Biology, and Reproduction.
How many questions come from Biology in NEET?
In NEET, 90 questions come from Biology section - 45 from Botany and 45 from Zoology. Total marks for Biology is 360 (out of 720 total).
Which chapters are most important for NEET Biology 2026?
Most important chapters for NEET Biology include: Human Physiology (20-25 questions), Genetics (12-15 questions), Ecology (10-12 questions), Cell Biology (8-10 questions), Plant Physiology (12-15 questions), and Reproduction (10-12 questions).
Is NCERT enough for NEET Biology 2026?
Yes, NCERT is absolutely sufficient for NEET Biology. About 95% of questions are directly from NCERT textbooks. Read NCERT line by line, understand diagrams, and memorize important terms. Supplement with previous year questions for practice.
What is the weightage of Class 11 vs Class 12 in NEET Biology?
In NEET Biology, Class 12 has slightly higher weightage (approximately 55-60%) compared to Class 11 (40-45%). Key Class 12 chapters like Genetics, Human Reproduction, and Human Health carry more marks.
How to prepare Biology for NEET 2026?
For NEET Biology 2026: 1) Read NCERT thoroughly (line by line), 2) Make notes with diagrams, 3) Focus on high-weightage chapters first, 4) Solve previous year questions, 5) Take regular mock tests, 6) Revise frequently especially for terminology.
Is there any change in NEET Biology syllabus 2026?
As per current information, NEET Biology syllabus 2026 remains based on NCERT Class 11 and 12. Any syllabus changes will be announced by NTA in the official notification. Check the official NTA website for updates.
How to score 340+ in NEET Biology?
To score 340+ in NEET Biology: 1) Master NCERT completely, 2) Focus on Human Physiology and Genetics, 3) Practice 10,000+ MCQs, 4) Learn all diagrams and flowcharts, 5) Memorize scientific names and terminology, 6) Attempt all previous year papers.