Written by Admission Guardian Editorial Team•Updated 14 Jun 2026
If you’re preparing for SRMJEEE 2026, the syllabus holds no surprises. It’s drawn almost verbatim from NCERT Class 11 and 12. That predictability is your biggest advantage - once you know where the marks cluster. The sections stay the same across all three phases. The weightage pattern rarely deviates. Shift your focus to the chapters that consistently deliver 4-5 questions, and you’ll cover nearly 40% of the paper before you touch anything else.
Download the full official syllabus PDF from SRMIST’s admissions site. Everything that follows traces back to that document and multi-year exam analysis.
SRMJEEE 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam runs in remote-proctored online mode (RPOM). You take it from home on a laptop or desktop with a webcam. No mobile phones allowed.
Particulars
Details
Mode
Remote-proctored online test (RPOM)
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Total questions
130 (all MCQs)
Marks per question
1 mark
Negative marking
None
Medium
English only
Subject-wise question and mark distribution
Subject
Questions
Marks
Physics
35
35
Chemistry
35
35
Mathematics / Biology*
40
40
English & Aptitude**
20
20
Total
130
130
*Biology is available for candidates applying to Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, and Genetic Engineering.
**The English & Aptitude section combines both components into 20 MCQs. Based on past cycles, the typical split is around 5 English and 15 Aptitude questions. Confirm the exact division through the official mock test once released.
Because there’s no negative marking, you must attempt every question - even an intelligent guess on the last few can push your score past a cutoff boundary.
Phase-wise dates for 2026
Phase
Last date to apply
Exam window
Phase 1
16/04/2026
23/04/2026 - 28/04/2026
Phase 2
04/06/2026
10/06/2026 - 15/06/2026
Phase 3
30/06/2026
04/07/2026 - 05/07/2026
Slot booking opens 2-3 days before each phase. Two slots are available per day. Once you book a slot, you cannot change it. Your admit card generates immediately after slot confirmation.
Subject-Wise Syllabus & Chapter Weightage
The weightage ranges below come from multiple cycles of official SRMIST syllabus documentation and exam analysis. They are not averages pulled from thin air - they reflect the same pattern that has held steady for years.
Physics (35 questions)
Physics tests both concept recall and numerical application. Modern physics, electromagnetism, and electronics account for the bulk of marks.
Units and topics covered
Units & Measurement, Mechanics: SI units, errors, dimensional analysis. Newton’s laws, projectile and circular motion, friction, work, energy, power, elastic and inelastic collisions.
Electronic Devices: Semiconductors, doping, p-n junction, diode as rectifier, LED, solar cell, transistor characteristics, logic gates, De Morgan’s theorems.
Chapter weightage (expected question count)
Chapter
Expected Questions
Nuclear Physics
4-5
Electronics & Semiconductor Devices
4-5
Magnetism & Magnetic Effects of Current
3-5
Electromagnetic Induction & AC
3-4
Optics
3-4
Dual Nature & Atomic Physics
3-4
Current Electricity
2-4
Electrostatics
2-4
Gravitation, Mechanics of Solids & Fluids
2-4
Units and Measurements
1-2
How to use this: Start with nuclear physics and semiconductor devices. They deliver nearly 20% of the physics marks. Then layer magnetism and EMI/AC. Keep a handwritten formula sheet and revise it every Sunday.
Chemistry (35 questions)
Chemistry is the most NCERT-driven section. Over 80% of questions come straight from textbook statements, named reactions, or simple numericals. Physical and organic chemistry carry the bulk.
How to use this: Inorganic chemistry relies entirely on NCERT memory. For organic, build a visual reaction map connecting all named reactions. Physical chemistry is calculation-based - once you nail electrochemistry numericals, you bank 3-4 marks.
Mathematics (40 questions)
Mathematics carries the highest individual weight. Speed matters. Calculus, coordinate geometry, and vector algebra dominate.
Units and topics covered
Sets, Relations & Functions: Basic set theory, Cartesian products, types of functions, composition.
Matrices, Determinants & Applications: Determinants up to order 3, matrix operations, adjoint, inverse, solving linear equations.
Combinatorics: Permutations and combinations, factorial notation, counting principle.
Algebra (Theory of Equations): Roots/coefficients relationship, transformation, reciprocal equations.
Differential Calculus & Applications: Limits, continuity, differentiation of all function types, composite/implicit, maxima/minima, Rolle’s and Lagrange’s theorems.
Ordinary Differential Equations: Order/degree, formation, separation of variables, homogeneous and linear equations.
Integral Calculus & Applications: Standard integrals, substitution, trigonometric identities, definite integrals and properties.
Vector Algebra: Scalar and vector products, triple products, geometric applications.
Statistics & Probability Distribution: Mean, median, mode, standard deviation; probability theorems, Bayes’ theorem, binomial/Poisson/normal distributions.
How to use this: Practice calculus problems daily - at least 10 integration and differentiation sums. Coordinate geometry rewards pattern recognition; don’t derive, recognise the structure and plug formulas.
Biology (40 questions, for Biotechnology/Biomedical aspirants)
This section is nearly a direct reproduction of NCERT Biology. Diagrams and terminology you’ve seen in textbooks appear routinely. Human physiology and genetics carry the heaviest load.
Units and topics covered
Diversity of Living World: Taxonomy, five-kingdom classification, plant and animal classification.
Structural Organization in Animals & Plants: Plant morphology/anatomy, animal tissues, systems in cockroach and frog.
How to use this: Draw concept maps for each physiological system. Prioritise human physiology and genetics - together they yield about 13-15 marks. Revise diagrams actively; many MCQs are diagram-based.
English & Aptitude (20 questions combined)
This block is short but strategic. You can complete it in under 20 minutes and bank nearly full marks. It blends language skills with quantitative and logical reasoning.
Grammar: error spotting, sentence correction, rearrangement, commonly confused words
Aptitude areas
Number system, LCM/HCF, percentages, profit and loss, simple/compound interest
Ratio and proportion, mixtures, time-speed-distance, time and work
Data interpretation (tables, bar graphs, pie charts, line graphs)
Geometry and mensuration (2D/3D)
Linear and quadratic equations
Logical reasoning: series, coding-decoding, syllogisms, blood relations, direction sense, puzzles
How to use this: Solve 15-20 aptitude questions daily from a standard quantitative aptitude book. Read one editorial a day for vocabulary. This section often pushes a score above the threshold for the Kattankulathur campus.
Recommended Books
The right study material saves weeks of wasted effort. Start with NCERT, then use one reference book per subject.
Subject
Recommended Books
Physics
NCERT Class 11 & 12, H.C. Verma’s Concepts of Physics, D.C. Pandey’s Understanding Physics series
Chemistry
NCERT Class 11 & 12, O.P. Tandon (Inorganic & Organic), P. Bahadur (Physical), Himanshu Pandey (Organic)
Mathematics
NCERT Class 11 & 12, R.D. Sharma’s Objective Mathematics, S.K. Goyal (Algebra), Amit M. Agarwal (Calculus)
Wren & Martin’s High School English Grammar, S.P. Bakshi’s Objective General English, R.S. Aggarwal’s Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning
Mock tests: Download official model question papers from the SRMIST admission portal. Solve at least 8-10 full-length papers under timed conditions. The absence of negative marking means you’re training for speed and coverage, not just accuracy.
Preparation Strategy: A 3-Month Plan
Month 1 - Foundation
Finish NCERT for all subjects. Spend 3 hours daily on mathematics. Solve 30 aptitude questions a day. Aim for 70% syllabus completion.
Month 2 - Practice and consolidation
Shift to topic-wise previous years' questions (2020-2024). Take one full mock test each week. Build a formula sheet and an error notebook. Identify and fix weak areas.
Month 3 - Revision and mock tests
Two or three mock tests weekly, strictly timed. Revise your formula sheet and error notebook daily. Do not start new topics - only reinforce what you already know. Target a consistent mock score of 90+ out of 130.
Exam day: the 3-pass method
Pass 1 (first 40 minutes): Scan all 130 questions. Solve aptitude, English, and direct-formula physics/chemistry questions immediately. These are guaranteed marks.
Pass 2 (next 80 minutes): Solve all mathematics and remaining PCM questions you are confident about. Don’t spend more than 90 seconds on any single question.
Pass 3 (last 30 minutes): Attempt every remaining question - there’s no negative marking. Mark your best guess on each one. Leave nothing blank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the SRMJEEE 2026 syllabus different for each phase?
No. The syllabus, question types, and difficulty level are identical across Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3. You prepare once and can appear in any phase.
Does SRMJEEE follow NCERT or state board textbooks?
The syllabus is mapped to NCERT Class 11 and 12. While state board students are eligible, using NCERT textbooks is essential - most questions, especially in chemistry and biology, are direct lifts or minor modifications of NCERT content.
Can PCB students appear for SRMJEEE and get admission to B.Tech?
Yes. For Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, and Genetic Engineering, you can opt for Biology instead of Mathematics. The rest of the syllabus - Physics, Chemistry, English & Aptitude - stays unchanged. PCB students admitted to these branches must complete an additional 4-credit mathematics course in the first year.
Where can I download the official syllabus PDF?
Download it from `webstor.srmist.edu.in/web_assets/downloads/2026/srmjeee-syllabus.pdf`. Also visit `srmist.edu.in/admission-india/engineering` for any updates.
What is the exact split between English and Aptitude in the 20-mark section?
The official pattern lists “English & Aptitude” as a combined block of 20 MCQs. In recent cycles, the split has typically been 5 for English and 15 for Aptitude. Check the official mock test for the 2026 cycle to confirm.
How many phases can I appear in, and will my best score count?
You can appear in all three phases by submitting a separate application for each. SRMIST considers the highest of your attempted scores for final ranking. There’s no penalty for multiple attempts.
What is the application fee for SRMJEEE 2026?
₹1,400 for the first attempt. Each additional phase costs ₹600 extra.
How should I prioritise if I have less than three months?
Directly target the high-weightage chapters listed in the tables above. Spend 60% of your time on them. Use the remaining 40% for moderate-weightage topics and daily English/Aptitude practice. Don’t skip mock tests - they’re your quickest feedback loop.
