APNCET Syllabus 2026: Subject-wise Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Sections

Number of Questions 

Description 

Biology 

20

Human Physiology, Reproduction, Plant Physiology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, Human Diseases, Biotechnology, Microbiology, and Environment-related Biology.

Physics 

20

Units and Measures, Motion, Work Energy and Power, Gravitation, Heat Thermodynamics, Waves, Optics, Current, Electricity Magnetism, Modern Physics and Semiconductor Devices.

Chemistry 

20

Bonding, Electrochemistry, Thermodynamics, States of Matter, Atomic Structure, and Chemical Equilibrium, Acids and Bases, Organic Chemistry (Hydrocarbons, Alcohols, Biomolecules), Environmental Chemistry

English 

20

Finding errors, filling in the blanks, Synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution, Simple sentence formation, Inference and fact questions, Finding and correcting grammatical flaws, Shuffling words to create a proper paragraph.

Nursing Aptitude 

20

Series, relationships, space visualization, Decision making, observation, Judgment, analytical ability, Non-verbal reasoning.

Particulars 

Details 

Total Questions

100

Total marks 

100

Mode

Computer based test

Type of questions

Multiple choice questions

Sections 

Physics 

Chemistry 

Biology 

English 

Nursing aptitude 

Time limit

120 minutes (2 hours)

Topic

Expected Weightage (Number of Questions)

Expected Weightage (Marks)

Diversity in Living World

8-10

16-20 marks

Structural Organization in Plants and Animals

6-8

12-16 marks

Cell Structure and Function

7-9

14-18 marks

Plant Physiology

6-8

12-16 marks

Human Physiology

12-14

24-28 marks

Reproduction

6-8

12-16 marks

Genetics and Evolution

8-10

16-20 marks

Biology and Human Welfare

2-3

4-6 marks

Biotechnology

3-4

6-8 marks

Ecology and Environment

5-7

10-14 marks

Chapter

Expected Questions

Weightage (%)

Expected Marks

Atomic Structure

2

5%

2 marks

Chemical Bonding & Molecular Structure

2-3

8%

3 marks

Biomolecules

2

5%

2 marks

p-Block Elements

2-3

6%

2-3 marks

Periodic Table & Properties

2

4%

2 marks

Hydrocarbons

2

5%

2 marks

Coordination Compounds

2

5%

2 marks

d-Block & f-Block Elements

2

3%

1-2 marks

Equilibrium

2

4%

2 marks

Aldehydes & Ketones

2

7%

3 marks

Others (Misc topics)

7-8

43%

17 marks

Expected Questions

Weightage (%)

Expected Marks

Thermodynamics

3

7%

6 marks

Laws of Motion

3

7%

6 marks

Rotational Motion / System of Particles

2

5%

4 marks

Work, Energy, Power

2

4%

4 marks

Gravitation

2

3%

4 marks

Current Electricity

2-3

6%

4-6 marks

Ray Optics & Optical Instruments

2-3

6%

4-6 marks

Moving Charges & Magnetism

2

5%

4 marks

Oscillations & Waves

2

4%

4 marks

Electrostatic Potential & Capacitance

2

4%

4 marks

Topic

Expected Questions

Types of Sentences

2-3

Tenses

3-4

Prepositions

2

Reported Speech

2

Voices

2

Clauses

2

Word Formation

2

Participles & Gerunds

1-2

Modal & Auxiliary Verbs

2

Subject

Syllabus

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Topics 

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Thermodynamics and properties of matter

• Properties of Solids and Liquids: Elastic behavior, stress-strain relationship, viscosity, surface tension, and pressure.
• Thermodynamics: Thermal equilibrium, heat, work, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, and various processes.
• Kinetic Theory of Gases: Behavior of ideal gases and gas molecule speed concepts.
• Waves and Oscillations: Simple harmonic motion (SHM), wave motion, principle of superposition, standing waves, and beats.

Mechanics

• Physical world and measurement: Units of measurement, significant figures, and dimensional analysis.
• Kinematics: The description of motion, including motion along a straight line, motion in a plane, and uniform circular motion.
• Laws of Motion: Newton's Laws, principles of force and inertia, momentum, and friction.
• Work, Energy, and Power: The work-energy theorem, potential and kinetic energy, conservation of mechanical energy, and power.
• Motion of Systems of Particles and Rigid Body: Center of mass, torque, angular momentum, and the moment of inertia.
• Gravitation: Universal Law of Gravitation, Kepler's laws, acceleration due to gravity, and gravitational potential energy.

Electricity and magnetism

• Electrostatics: Electric charges and fields, Coulomb's law, electric potential, Gauss's theorem, and capacitance.
• Current Electricity: Electric current, Ohm's law, resistivity, Kirchhoff's laws, and electrical measuring instruments.
• Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism: Biot-Savart law, Ampere's law, force on moving charges and current-carrying conductors, and magnetic properties of materials.
• Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents: Faraday's law, Lenz's law, inductance, AC circuits, and transformers.
• Electromagnetic Waves: The electromagnetic spectrum, displacement current, and properties of EM waves.

Optics

• Ray Optics: Reflection and refraction of light, total internal reflection, lenses, and optical instruments.
• Wave Optics: Wavefronts, Huygens' principle, interference, diffraction, and polarization.

Modern Physics

• Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation: Photoelectric effect, Einstein's photoelectric equation, and matter waves.
• Atoms and Nuclei: Rutherford and Bohr models, hydrogen spectrum, composition and size of the nucleus, and nuclear fission and fusion.
• Electronic Devices: Semiconductors, diodes, rectifiers, and logic gates

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Physical chemistry

• Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry: Mole concept, molar mass, percentage composition, stoichiometry, and chemical equations.
• Atomic Structure: Bohr's model of the hydrogen atom, quantum mechanical model, orbitals and quantum numbers, electron configuration, and Hund's rule.
• Chemical Thermodynamics: First and second laws of thermodynamics, enthalpy changes, entropy, Gibbs energy, and Hess's law.
• Solutions: Colligative properties, Raoult's law, ideal and non-ideal solutions, and Van't Hoff factor.
• Equilibrium: Chemical and ionic equilibrium, Le Chatelier's principle, and solubility product.
• Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry: Balancing redox reactions, electrolytic and galvanic cells, Nernst equation, and Kohlrausch's law.
• Chemical Kinetics: Rate of reaction, order and molecularity of reactions, half-life, and the Arrhenius equation.
• Surface Chemistry: Adsorption, colloids, and emulsions.
• States of Matter: Gas laws and kinetic theory

Inorganic chemistry

• Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties: Periodic trends in properties like atomic radii, ionization enthalpy, and electron gain enthalpy.
• Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure: Ionic and covalent bonds, VSEPR theory, valence bond theory, molecular orbital theory, and hydrogen bonding.
• p-Block Elements: General trends in groups 13 to 18, properties, and the unique behavior of the first element in each group.
• d- and f-Block Elements: Electronic configuration, oxidation states, and properties of transition and inner transition metals.
• Coordination Compounds: Werner's theory, ligands, IUPAC nomenclature, and isomerism.
• Hydrogen and s-Block Elements: Properties and trends of alkali and alkaline earth metals and hydrogen compounds. 

Organic chemistry

• Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry: Hybridization of carbon, nomenclature, isomerism, and reaction intermediates (carbocations, free radicals).
• Purification and Characterization of Organic Compounds: Techniques like chromatography, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Hydrocarbons: Alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and aromatic hydrocarbons, including their properties and reactions.
• Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen: Alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids.
• Organic Compounds Containing Halogens: Haloalkanes and haloarenes, including their reactions and environmental effects.
• Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen: Amines and diazonium salts.
• Biomolecules: Carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and vitamins.
• Polymers: Classification and properties of common polymers.
• Chemistry in Everyday Life: Drugs, cleansing agents, and chemicals in food.
• Principles Related to Practical Chemistry: Titrimetric and qualitative salt analysis. 

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Botany syllabus

1. Diversity in the Living World

• The Living World: Definition of living things, biodiversity, classification, and taxonomy.
• Biological Classification: The five-kingdom classification system (Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, Animalia), viruses, and viroids.
• Plant Kingdom: Classification of plants into major groups: Algae, Bryophytes, Pteridophytes, Gymnosperms, and Angiosperms. 

2. Structural Organization in Plants

• Morphology of Flowering Plants: Topics include the root, stem, inflorescence, and flower.
• Anatomy of Plants: This covers the internal structure of dicotyledonous and monocotyledonous plants. 

3. Cell Structure and Function

• Cell - The Unit of Life: This section provides an overview of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and their organelles.
• Biomolecules: The syllabus covers the structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.
• Cell Cycle and Cell Division: This includes the phases of the cell cycle, mitosis, and meiosis. 

4. Plant Physiology

• Transport in Plants: Mechanisms of transport, plant-water relations, and phloem transport are covered.
• Enzymes: The nature of enzyme action, classification, and factors affecting their activity are included.
• Photosynthesis: Topics include the process, pigments, light and dark reactions, and factors affecting photosynthesis.
• Respiration: This covers glycolysis, fermentation, the TCA cycle, and the electron transport system.
• Plant Growth and Development: Plant growth regulators and hormones are discussed. 

5. Reproduction in Plants

• Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants: Pre- and post-fertilization events, pollination, and apomixis are part of the syllabus. 

6. Genetics

• Principles of Inheritance and Variation: Topics include Mendelian inheritance, deviations from Mendelism, and the chromosomal theory of inheritance.
• Molecular Basis of Inheritance: This section covers DNA structure, replication, transcription, and translation. 

7. Ecology and Environment

• Ecosystem: Patterns, components, energy flow, and ecological pyramids are included.
• Biodiversity and Conservation: The concept of biodiversity, conservation methods, and environmental issues are covered. 

Zoology syllabus

1. Diversity of Animal Life

• Animal Kingdom: Classification of animals up to the class level, including the phyla of non-chordates. 

2. Structural Organization in Animals

• Animal Tissues: The syllabus covers the types, structure, and function of animal tissues.
• Morphology and Anatomy: This includes the digestive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, and reproductive systems, with a focus on organisms like the cockroach. 

3. Human Physiology

• Digestion and Absorption: The digestive system and process are covered.
• Breathing and Respiration: This includes gas exchange and cellular respiration.
• Body Fluids and Circulation: Topics include blood, the heart, and the circulatory system.
• Excretory Products and their Elimination: The excretory system and its functions are discussed.
• Locomotion and Movement: This covers the skeletal and muscular systems.
• Neural Control and Coordination: The nervous system and sense organs are included.
• Chemical Coordination and Integration: This section covers the endocrine system and hormones. 

4. Reproduction and Development

• Human Reproduction: Male and female reproductive systems, gametogenesis, and the menstrual cycle are covered.
• Reproductive Health: Topics include the need for reproductive health, birth control, STDs, and assisted reproductive technologies. 

5. Genetics and Evolution

• Heredity and Variation: This includes Mendelian disorders and chromosomal disorders.
• Molecular Basis of Inheritance: DNA fingerprinting, the human genome project, and protein biosynthesis are discussed.
• Evolution: The origin of life, evidence for evolution, and mechanisms of evolution are covered. 

6. Biology and Human Welfare

• Human Health and Disease: Pathogens, diseases, immunity, cancer, and STDs are included.
• Microbes in Human Welfare: The use of microbes in household food processing, industrial production, and as biofertilizers is covered. 

7. Biotechnology and its Applications

• Principles and Process of Biotechnology: Genetic engineering and recombinant DNA technology are discussed.
• Biotechnology and its Applications in Health and Agriculture: This includes gene therapy, transgenic animals, and biosafety issues. 

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General English 

• Vocabulary: Synonyms, antonyms, and spelling.
• Grammar: Tenses, articles, prepositions, and voices (active/passive).
• Sentence Structure: Correction of sentences and transformation of sentences (simple, compound, and complex).
• Reading Skills: Reading comprehension.
• Communication: Direct and indirect speech.
• Other skills: Language functions, elements of phonetics, writing skills, study skills, and reference skills. 

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Nursing foundations

• Concepts of health and illness: A holistic understanding of physical, mental, and social health, as well as the different causes and classifications of diseases.
• Nursing history: Key developments in nursing, with a focus on notable figures such as Florence Nightingale.
• Nursing ethics: Principles that guide nursing practice, including autonomy, beneficence, justice, and confidentiality. 

Basic health sciences

• Anatomy and physiology: A fundamental knowledge of the structure and functions of the human body.
• Microbiology: Basic concepts of microorganisms and their role in health and disease.
• Nutrition: Principles of balanced nutrition and its role in maintaining health and treating illnesses. 

Nursing procedures and skills

• First aid and emergency care: Handling common medical emergencies, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and managing injuries.
• Infection control: Methods and principles for preventing the spread of infections, such as hand hygiene and sterilization.
• Patient assessment: Techniques for a systematic physical examination and collecting a patient's health history.
• Medication administration: The "five rights" of medication administration and basic pharmacological knowledge. 

Medical-surgical nursing

• Common diseases and conditions: Signs, symptoms, and basic nursing management for a variety of common medical and surgical conditions.
• Surgical care: Knowledge of pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative nursing care. 

Community health and public health nursing

• Communicable diseases: Prevention, control, and public health measures for diseases like tuberculosis and leprosy.
• Health promotion and education: Strategies for educating the public on maintaining health and preventing illness.
• Immunization: The immunization schedule and the importance of vaccines.

Mental health nursing

• Psychiatric nursing concepts: Basic knowledge of mental health issues, treatments, and the role of the nurse in psychiatric care.

Current health trends

• Public health programs: Awareness of major national and state-level health programs and policies.
• Current affairs in healthcare: Current topics and issues related to healthcare and nursing

Maternal and child health nursing

• Reproductive and child health: Basic knowledge of maternal and child healthcare, including antenatal and postnatal care.