Are the JEE Mains Physics deleted topics still excluded for 2026?

Yes, it is highly likely that the topics deleted from the JEE Main syllabus will remain excluded for the 2026 exam.

While the official confirmation will only come with the release of the JEE Main 2026 Information Bulletin (expected in late 2025), the syllabus revision was a strategic move by the National Testing Agency (NTA) to align the exam with the rationalized NCERT curriculum. Reversing this change is improbable.

Why the Deleted Topics are Expected to Stay Excluded

The primary reason for the syllabus reduction was to create a more standardized and focused curriculum, removing topics that are no longer part of the core CBSE and other state board textbooks. This alignment is intended to be a long-term change. Therefore, students preparing for JEE Main 2026 should work under the strong assumption that the reduced syllabus is the new standard.

Key Topics Expected to Remain Excluded for 2026

You should plan your studies by excluding the following key topics that were recently removed:

• Complete Chapters:
  • Communication Systems
  • Dedicated section on Experimental Skills
• Major Topics from Other Chapters:
  • Doppler Effect (from Waves)
  • Potentiometer and its applications (from Current Electricity)
  • Radioactivity (from Nuclei)
  • Transistors as amplifiers/oscillators (from Electronic Devices)
  • Carnot Engine (from Thermodynamics)
  • Cyclotron (from Magnetism)

What Should Students Do Now?

For your JEE Main 2026 preparation, you should confidently follow the latest official syllabus (currently for 2025). Do not spend time studying the topics that have been removed. The most effective strategy is to focus on mastering the current, streamlined syllabus to maximize your score. Always keep an eye on the official NTA website for the final notification.