What are the highest-scoring Physics chapters for NEET 2026?

Physics is often considered the toughest part of NEET, but it’s also very scoring if you know the right chapters. Out of 45 Physics questions (180 marks), most come from a set of 10–12 high-weightage chapters that repeat year after year.

High-Scoring Class 11 Physics Chapters

1. Mechanics (6–8 questions) – Laws of Motion, Work-Energy-Power, Gravitation, Oscillations, Units & Dimensions.
2. Thermodynamics (3–4 questions) – Laws of Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer.
3. Waves & Oscillations (2–3 questions) – Simple Harmonic Motion, Wave Motion, Sound Waves.
4. Properties of Matter (2–3 questions) – Fluid Mechanics, Elasticity, Surface Tension.

High-Scoring Class 12 Physics Chapters

1. Electrostatics (3–4 questions) – Coulomb’s Law, Electric Field, Potential.
2. Current Electricity (3–4 questions) – Ohm’s Law, Circuits, Kirchhoff’s Rules.
3. Magnetism & Electromagnetic Induction (4–5 questions) – Moving Charges, Magnetic Effects of Current, Faraday’s Law.
4. Ray & Wave Optics (4–5 questions) – Reflection, Refraction, Lenses, Interference, Diffraction.
5. Modern Physics (6–7 questions) – Dual Nature of Matter, Photoelectric Effect, Nuclear Physics, Semiconductors.
6. Electromagnetic Waves & Communication (2–3 questions) – EM wave properties, basic communication systems.

Approximate Weightage Distribution

Physics Strategy for NEET 2026

• Focus first on Modern Physics, Optics, Current Electricity, and Electrostatics – these are direct, formula-based, and less time-consuming.
• Mechanics is vast – prioritize Laws of Motion, Gravitation, Work-Energy-Power, and Oscillations.
• Practice PYQs from last 10 years to identify recurring question patterns.
• Use a formula notebook/flashcards for quick revision of derivations and units.
• For calculation-heavy topics (Numericals, Circuits, Magnetism), build speed with timed practice sets.

To maximize your Physics marks in NEET 2026, prioritize Modern Physics, Optics, Current Electricity, and Mechanics. Together, these areas can cover 40–45% of Physics questions in the exam.