CUET UG Chemistry 2026 Syllabus & Preparation Strategy

If you’re aiming for top scores in the CUET UG 2026 Science stream, Chemistry is one of the most important subjects to master. Whether you’re targeting B.Sc., Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or Engineering-related courses, Chemistry can significantly boost your overall CUET percentile.

This guide will help you understand the CUET Chemistry syllabus, the best preparation approach, and how expert mentoring at MeritZone Education can help you score full marks in this section.

CUET UG Chemistry 2026 Syllabus

The Syllabus of Chemistry is divided into 10 units, and here’s the exact breakdown of chapters in Chemistry.

Unit I: Solutions

Types of solutions, expression of concentration of solutions of solids in liquids, solubility of gases in liquids, solid solutions, Raoult’s law, colligative properties – relative lowering of vapour pressure, elevation of boiling point, depression of freezing point, osmotic pressure, determination of molecular masses using colligative properties, abnormal molecular mass, Van’t Hoff factor.

Unit II: Electrochemistry

Redox reactions, EMF of a cell, standard electrode potential, Nernst equation and its application to chemical cells, Relation between Gibbs energy change and EMF of a cell, conductance in electrolytic solutions, specific and molar conductivity, variations of conductivity with concentration, Kohlrausch’s Law, electrolysis and law of electrolysis (elementary idea), dry cell-electrolytic cells and Galvanic cells, lead accumulator, fuel cells, corrosion.

Unit III: Chemical Kinetics

Rate of a reaction (Average and instantaneous), factors affecting rate of reaction: concentration, temperature, catalyst; order and molecularity of a reaction, rate law and specific rate constant, integrated rate equations and half-life (only for zero and first order reactions), concept of collision theory (elementary idea, no mathematical treatment), activation energy, Arrhenius equation.

Unit IV: d and f Block Elements

General introduction, electronic configuration, occurrence and characteristics of transition metals, general trends in properties of the first row transition metals – metallic character, ionisation enthalpy, oxidation states, ionic radii, colour, catalytic property, magnetic properties, interstitial compounds, alloy formation, preparation and properties of K2Cr2O7 and KMnO4. Lanthanoids – Electronic configuration, oxidation states, chemical reactivity and lanthanoid contraction and its consequences. Actinoids – Electronic configuration, oxidation states and comparison with lanthanoids.

Unit V: Coordination Compounds Coordination Compounds

Introduction, ligands, coordination number, colour, magnetic properties and shapes, IUPAC nomenclature of mononuclear coordination compounds. Bonding, Werner’s theory, VBT, and CFT; structure and stereoisomerism, importance of coordination compounds (in qualitative analysis, extraction of metals and biological system).

Unit VI: Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Nomenclature, nature of C–X bond, physical and chemical properties, optical rotation mechanism of substitution reactions. Haloarenes: Nature of C–X bond, substitution reactions (Directive influence of halogen in monosubstituted compounds only). Uses and environmental effects of – dichloromethane, trichloromethane, tetrachloromethane, iodoform, freons, DDT.

Unit VII: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers Alcohols

Nomenclature, methods of preparation, physical and chemical properties (of primary alcohols only), identification of primary, secondary and tertiary alcohols, mechanism of dehydration, uses with special reference to methanol and ethanol. Phenols: Nomenclature, methods of preparation, physical and chemical properties, acidic nature of phenol, electrophilic substitution reactions, uses of phenols. Ethers: Nomenclature, methods of preparation, physical and chemical properties, uses.

Unit VIII: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Nomenclature, nature of carbonyl group, methods of preparation, physical and chemical properties, mechanism of nucleophilic addition, reactivity of alpha hydrogen in aldehydes, uses. Carboxylic Acids: Nomenclature, acidic nature, methods of preparation, physical and chemical properties; uses.

Unit IX: Amines

Nomenclature, classification, structure, methods of preparation, physical and chemical properties, uses, identification of primary, secondary and tertiary amines. Diazonium salts: Preparation, chemical reactions and importance in synthetic organic chemistry. 

Unit X: Biomolecules Carbohydrates

Classification (aldoses and ketoses), monosaccharides (glucose and fructose), D-L configuration oligosaccharides (sucrose, lactose, maltose), polysaccharides (starch, cellulose, glycogen); Importance of carbohydrates. Proteins -Elementary idea of – amino acids, peptide bond, polypeptides, proteins, structure of proteins – primary, secondary, tertiary structure and quaternary structures (qualitative idea only), denaturation of proteins; enzymes. Hormones – Elementary idea excluding structure. Vitamins – Classification and functions. Nucleic Acids: DNA and RNA.

CUET UG Chemistry 2026 Preparation Strategy

Chemistry in CUET is one of the most scoring domain subjects — if you prepare smartly. With the right guidance and consistency, you can master formulas, reactions, and concepts effortlessly. And this is exactly where MeritZone Education makes the difference.

Build NCERT Foundation First

CUET questions are directly based on NCERT Class 12 (and some Class 11) Chemistry.
At MeritZone: Faculty decode NCERT line-by-line, Key reactions, exceptions & tables are highlighted, Students learn what is important for CUET, not everything. This ensures concept clarity + exam precision.

Regular PYQs & Chapter-Wise Tests

CUET repeats patterns — not questions, but concepts. Solving PYQs helps students: Identify high-frequency topics, improve speed and accuracy, and avoid common traps in MCQs. MeritZone’s test series provides real CUET-level questions with detailed explanations for every attempt.

Visualisation = Faster Memory

Chemistry involves molecular shapes, reaction pathways, and trends. MeritZone make learning visual through: 3D diagrams, Mechanism animations, Concept maps & summary charts. This helps students recall faster during the exam — especially in Organic & Inorganic chapters.

Weekly Revision + Doubt Clearing Sessions

Revision is what converts learning into marks. MeritZone ensures: Weekly revision classes, Dedicated doubt solving after every lecture, Micro revisions before each test, and no backlog. No confusion. Pure confidence.

Conclusion

Physics in CUET 2026 is not about memorising formulas — it’s about understanding how concepts work in real situations. With consistent practice, strong basics, and smart revision, you can turn Physics into one of your highest-scoring subjects. Stay focused, keep solving MCQs, and build confidence step by step. The right strategy will easily lead you to excellent marks and admission to your target university.