How to Score High in Chemistry in NEET (UG)

Understanding Chemistry in NEET: Clarity, Consistency, and Curiosity Build a Strong Foundation

Most students preparing for NEET always hope to find a subject that will simplify their preparation. For many, Chemistry is that subject—neither as formula-filled as Physics nor as detailed as Biology.

But behind its simplicity lies a truth: this subject yields good marks only if students study it with clarity, regularity, and concentration. If it is taken lightly, it can surprise them with many unexpected questions on exam day.

What is the Speciality of Chemistry?

Chemistry is divided into three parts—Physical, Inorganic, and Organic. Each section has its own unique nature:

Physical Chemistry – Based on logic and calculation.

Inorganic Chemistry – Relies on facts, trends, and every little detail.

Organic Chemistry – Relies on understanding the concepts and flow of reactions.

A balanced study of all three is the key to success. If a student focuses more on one section and less on the other, their preparation remains incomplete. However, if understanding, memory, and reasoning are properly combined, chemistry not only seems simple but also turns into a scoring subject.

Physical Chemistry:

A confluence of logic, theory, and practice. Physical chemistry can be thought of as a strategic game. Here, formulas are your strength, and numerical questions test your proficiency.

Write down all formulas in a separate notebook and revise them daily.
Instead of simply memorizing, understand the theory behind each formula.
Solve NCERT and institute practice questions regularly.

Important chapters:

Thermodynamics, Electrochemistry, Chemical Equilibrium, Solutions, Chemical Kinetics.

Tip: After solving each question, ask yourself if the logic used during the solution was clear. If not, take a few minutes to reread the theory.

Inorganic Chemistry:

Deep into the minutiae. This section demands observation and patience. Reading the NCERT line-by-line is essential here, as every exception, every trend, and every color mentioned can become a question.

Keep revising by making tables of oxides, chlorides, oxidation states, etc.

Important chapters:

Periodic Table, Chemical Bonding, Coordination Compounds, p-Block Elements (especially Groups 13 to 18), Salt Analysis.

Tip: Tables and highlighted notes are extremely helpful in retaining complex patterns in the mind for a long time.

Organic Chemistry:

The Process of Understanding the Mysteries of Reactions Organic chemistry can be thought of as a mystery story, where every reaction has its own reason.

Start with the basic concepts—inductive effect, resonance, hyperconjugation.
Once the foundation is strong, the flow of reactions becomes natural.
Learn to connect chapters by creating reaction chains or flow charts.
Practice named reactions and mechanisms regularly.

Important chapters:

General Organic Chemistry (GOC), hydrocarbons, alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, biomolecules, separation and purification methods.

Tip: Don’t just know what happens in a reaction, try to understand why it happens. This approach will make you proficient in organic chemistry.

Revision:

The foundation of all preparation is constant revision, the real key to success.
Revise NCERT summaries and important points on the weekends.
Take a short test after completing each chapter.
Keep a diary of your mistakes and read it once a week.
Take mock tests from time to time to stay familiar with time management and the exam environment.

Avoid these mistakes

Don’t underestimate the NCERT for inorganic and organic chemistry—it’s the foundational book.
Don’t just memorize reactions; understand their principles.
Don’t leave physical chemistry for the last few days—it requires regular practice.

Become the chemist of your own success. Chemistry isn’t a subject dependent on luck. It’s strengthened by method, understanding, and regular practice. As concepts become clear, hidden patterns in the subject begin to emerge, and what seemed difficult becomes simpler.

If you practice daily, study with understanding, and revise timely, chemistry will not only become easier for you but will also prove to be a key force behind high scores in the NEET. Sitting in the examination hall, you’re not just solving questions, but connecting ideas—just like a chemist connects atoms. And this process takes you closer to success.

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