Physical Chemistry is the longest of the three Chemistry sections in NEET — and the most numerical. Mole concept, atomic structure, gas laws, solutions (colligative properties), thermodynamics (ΔG, ΔH, ΔS), equilibrium (Kc, Kp, ionic equilibrium), kinetics (rate law, order, half-life), and electrochemistry (Nernst equation, conductivity) all show up. Strong fundamentals here transfer directly into JEE prep too.
NCERT chapters to cover
- 📘Class 11 Ch 1: Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry
- 📘Class 11 Ch 2: Structure of Atom
- 📘Class 11 Ch 5: Thermodynamics
- 📘Class 11 Ch 6: Equilibrium
- 📘Class 12 Ch 2: Solutions
- 📘Class 12 Ch 3: Electrochemistry
- 📘Class 12 Ch 4: Chemical Kinetics
Exam tips
- 1Mole concept fluency is non-negotiable — solve 100+ stoichiometry problems before NEET.
- 2Memorize the order of standard reduction potentials for common species — saves time on EMF questions.
- 3For kinetics, recognize order from rate law expressions instantly: rate = k[A]ⁿ → order n.
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FAQ
How many Physical Chemistry questions come in NEET?▾
Based on NEET past papers from 2018–2025, Physical Chemistry typically delivers 8–10 questions per year.
Which NCERT chapters cover Physical Chemistry?▾
For NEET Physical Chemistry, study Class 11 Ch 1: Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry; Class 11 Ch 2: Structure of Atom; Class 11 Ch 5: Thermodynamics; Class 11 Ch 6: Equilibrium; Class 12 Ch 2: Solutions; Class 12 Ch 3: Electrochemistry; Class 12 Ch 4: Chemical Kinetics.
What's the best way to prepare Physical Chemistry for NEET?▾
Mole concept fluency is non-negotiable — solve 100+ stoichiometry problems before NEET. Memorize the order of standard reduction potentials for common species — saves time on EMF questions.