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Looking for “What are the most important topics for JEE Advanced 2026?” We have got you covered here. In this article, we have provided the most important topics for the JEE Advanced 2026 exam based on the previous year's question paper analysis. We have analysed which topics out of the JEE Advanced syllabus carried the maximum marks last year.

Looking for “What are the most important topics for JEE Advanced 2026?” We have got you covered here. Candidates can check here the most important JEE Advanced topics to study to ace the exam. The important topics for JEE Advanced 2026 maths, physics, and chemistry can be checked here.

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Most Important Topics for JEE Advanced 2026 Maths, Physics, Chemistry

Most Important Topics for JEE Advanced 2026: JEE Advanced is considered one of the most difficult entrance exams in the world. Candidates who pass JEE Advanced can be admitted to the Indian Institutes of Technology of their choice. However, it takes a lot of hard work, dedication and smart work to crack JEE Advanced. Talking about smart work, it includes knowing the weightage of topics that are asked in the exam. The topics with the most marks in the past are the important ones and will need needing maximum attention of the candidates. This way candidates will have an idea of where to invest most of their time and hence smartly prepare for the JEE Advanced 2026 exam.

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In this article, we have provided the most important topics for the JEE Advanced 2026 exam based on the previous year's question paper analysis. We have analysed which topics out of the JEE Advanced syllabus carried the maximum marks last year.

Candidates must also be aware that apart from the important chapters, they must focus on the overall syllabus and not leave out any topic. Just make sure that you cover the important topics meticulously.

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Table of contents
  • Most Important Topics for JEE Advanced 2026 Physics
  • Most Important Topics for JEE Advanced 2026 Chemistry
  • Most Important Topics for JEE Advanced 2026 Maths
  • JEE Advanced 2026 Syllabus

Most Important Topics for JEE Advanced 2026 Physics

Based on the previous year's analysis of JEE Advanced question paper, here are the most important JEE Advanced topics for Physics:

Chapter/Topics Number of Questions Marks Weightage
AC 1 4 3.33%
Centre of mass 1 3 2.50%
Electrostatics 4 15 12.50%
EM Waves 1 4 3.33%
EMI 2 7 5.83%
Error 2 8 6.67%
Geometrical Optics 1 4 3.33%
Gravitation 2 7 5.83%
Heat & Thermodynamics 4 16 13.33%
Kinematics 1 4 3.33%
Magnetism 1 4 3.33%
Modern Physics 3 12 10.00%
NLM 1 4 3.33%
Practical Physics 1 3 2.50%
SHM 2 6 5.00%
Sound Wave 1 4 3.33%
Unit and dimensions 1 3 2.50%
Wave optics 2 8 6.67%
Waves on string 1 4 3.33%
Total 32 120 100.00%

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Most Important Topics for JEE Advanced 2026 Chemistry

Based on the previous year's analysis of JEE Advanced question paper, here are the most important JEE Advanced topics for Chemistry:

Chapter/Topics Number of Questions Marks Weightage
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Chemical Bonding 2 8 6.67%
Coordination Compounds 2 7 5.83%
d-Block 1 3 2.50%
f-Block 1 4 3.33%
p-Block 3 10 8.33%
Salt Analysis 2 7 5.83%
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Amines 1 4 3.33%
Aromatic Compound 1 4 3.33%
Biomolecule 1 4 3.33%
Carbonyl Compounds 1 3 2.50%
Carboxylic acid & Derivatives 3 11 9.17%
GOC 1 3 2.50%
Halogen Derivative 1 4 3.33%
Polymer & POC 2 8 6.67%
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY
Chemical Kinetics 1 4 3.33%
Electrochemistry 2 8 6.67%
Gaseous State 1 4 3.33%
Ionic Equilibrium 2 8 6.67%
Liquid Solution 1 4 3.33%
Solid State 1 4 3.33%
Surface Chemistry 1 4 3.33%
Thermodynamics 1 4 3.33%
Total 32 120 100%

Most Important Topics for JEE Advanced 2026 Maths

Based on the previous year's analysis of the JEE Advanced question paper, here are the most important JEE Advanced topics for Maths:

Chapter/Topics Number of Questions Marks Weightage
3D 1 4 3.33%
AOD 2 7 5.83%
Area Under the Curve 2 7 5.83%
Binomial Theorem 1 4 3.33%
Complex Number 2 8 6.67%
Definite Integration 2 8 6.67%
Differential Equation 1 4 3.33%
Ellipse 1 4 3.33%
Function 3 11 9.17% 
Hyperbola 1 3 2.50%
Inverse Trigonometric Function 1 3 2.50%
Limit 1 4 3.33%
Matrices 2 7 5.83%
Maxima-Minima 1 4 3.33%
Method of Differentiation 2 7 5.83%
Permutations & Combination 1 4 3.33%
Probability 2 7 5.83%
Relation 1 4 3.33%
Statistics 1 4 3.33%
Trigonometric Ratios & Identities 1 4 3.33%
Vector 3 12 10.00%
Total 32 120 100.00%

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JEE Advanced 2026 Syllabus

Candidates can check and download the JEE Advanced 2026 syllabus PDF to get all the topics that will be asked in the exam. For full proof preparation, candidates must prepare all the topics that are included in the JEE Advanced syllabus 2026.

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Q:   What is JEE Advanced 2026 exam date?
A:

The exam date for JEE Advanced 2026 has been announced. IIT Roorkee is the organising institute for JEE Advanced exam 2026. The exam will be held on May 17, 2026.

Q:   When will the complete schedule of JEE Advanced 2026 release?
A:

The complete schedule of the JEE Advanced 2026 has been announced on the website - jeeadv.ac.in. The information brochure for JEE Adv 2026 has also been released. IIT Roorkee will conduct the IIT JEE Advanced exam 2026 on May 18, 2026. The registration form will be released on April 23 for Indian nationals and on April 6 for foreign candidates.

Q:   What is the time for JEE Advanced 2026 paper 1 exam?
A:

The JEE Advanced 2026 exam time for paper 1 is expected to be 9 am to 12 noon.

Q:   Where can I check the JEE Advanced exam centre lits?
A:

The JEE Advanced cetre list is released city wise and zone wise on the official website of JEE Advanced - jeeadv.ac.in. The candidates can check the name of the cities in all the states on India and also broad where the exam will be held in computer based test mode.

Q:   Who will conduct JEE Advanced 2026?
A:

IIT Roorkee is the organising institute for JEE Advanced 2026 exam. Details related to the exam date, eligibility criteria and syllabus of JEE Advanced 2026 can be checked on the website jeeadv.ac.in. 

Q:   Is the JEE Advanced exam held outside India too?
A:

Yes, the JEE Advanced exam is held in India as well as abroad. The list of abroad centres are mentioned on the brochure.

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JEE Advanced registration fee for IIT Kanpur BTech varies by category and nationality. Indian female, SC, ST, and PwD candidates need to pay INR 1600, while other Indian candidates pay INR 3200. Fees for OCI/PIO and foreign nationals depend on exam centre location and country category.

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The number of questions in each subjects are generally not same, but the total number of questions mostly ranges from 17 to 18 across all three subjects in both Paper 1 and 2. The number of questions will also be different for each type (MCQ, Matching, Single/Multi correct) within the subjects in pa

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You will not be eligible for admission as preparatory ranks are not considered under round 1. Since you have already qualified to appear for JEE (Advanced), all you need to do is meet the second criterion and apply for round 2, which will be only conducted if seats from round 1 remain vacant.

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To participate in JEE Advanced counselling, candidates must keep the following documents ready.

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