Botany is one of the two halves of NEET Biology (the other is Zoology). It covers plant structure, function, reproduction, genetics, ecology, and biotechnology. Botany is generally considered more scoring than Zoology because it's more factual — fewer interpretation questions, more direct NCERT recall. Toppers typically score 175+ in Botany.
All chapters, ranked by weightage
Based on past-paper analysis 2018–2025
Plant Physiology
Photosynthesis, respiration, mineral nutrition, plant growth and movements. Heavy on biochemistry and process diagrams.
Cell Biology
Cell structure, organelles, membrane transport, cell cycle, DNA replication.
Genetics and Evolution
Mendelian inheritance, chromosomal basis, sex determination, mutations, evolution.
Biotechnology
Recombinant DNA technology, PCR, gel electrophoresis, gene cloning, genetic engineering applications.
Ecology
Population, community, ecosystem, energy flow, biodiversity, conservation.
Plant Morphology
Root, stem, leaf, flower morphology, modifications, inflorescence, fruit types.
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Other subjects
NEET Physics is 45 questions × 4 marks = 180 marks. Concept-driven, formula-heavy, and the most score-pulling subject for students aiming above 600.
ChemistryNEET Chemistry is 45 questions × 4 marks = 180 marks split across Physical, Organic, and Inorganic. The most scoring subject for students who do NCERT thoroughly.
ZoologyNEET Zoology is 45 questions × 4 marks = 180 marks. Animal biology — physiology, reproduction, evolution, animal kingdom, health and disease.