Physics

This is a complete, free study companion for Physics — built around what the exam actually asks. The topics examiners repeat most are Mechanics (Laws of Motion, Work-Energy-Power, Rotational Motion), Electrostatics, and Current Electricity. The syllabus runs to 25 chapters. Below you'll find the full topic-frequency ranking, the exam paper pattern, every chapter, a step-by-step study plan, and the official downloads — everything in one place.

Everything here is free. We're an independent student resource, not the official CET body, so always confirm the current syllabus and exam dates on the official CET website before you rely on them.

Key information

Level: Class 11-12
Programme: State CET (PCM / PCB)
Stream: Science
Exam: MHT-CET, KCET, WBJEE, KEAM, TG/AP EAPCET, GUJCET, COMEDK
Conducted by: State CET authorities

Frequently examined topics: Mechanics (Laws of Motion, Work-Energy-Power, Rotational Motion), Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current & Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Current, Ray & Wave Optics, Modern Physics (Dual Nature, Atoms, Nuclei), Semiconductor Electronics, Oscillations & Waves, Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Physical World and Measurement
Chapter 2: Kinematics
Chapter 3: Laws of Motion
Chapter 4: Work, Energy and Power
Chapter 5: System of Particles and Rotational Motion
Chapter 6: Gravitation
Chapter 7: Mechanical Properties of Solids and Fluids
Chapter 8: Thermal Properties of Matter
Chapter 9: Thermodynamics
Chapter 10: Kinetic Theory of Gases
Chapter 11: Oscillations
Chapter 12: Waves
Chapter 13: Electrostatics
Chapter 14: Current Electricity
Chapter 15: Moving Charges and Magnetism
Chapter 16: Magnetism and Matter
Chapter 17: Electromagnetic Induction
Chapter 18: Alternating Current
Chapter 19: Electromagnetic Waves
Chapter 20: Ray Optics and Optical Instruments
Chapter 21: Wave Optics
Chapter 22: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Chapter 23: Atoms
Chapter 24: Nuclei
Chapter 25: Semiconductor Electronics

How to study Physics and score well

Start with the highest-frequency topics — In Physics, Mechanics (Laws of Motion, Work-Energy-Power, Rotational Motion), Electrostatics, Current Electricity, and Magnetic Effects of Current & Magnetism appear again and again in past papers. Master these first — they return the most marks for the time you put in.
Practise with previous-year papers — Solve the last 5–10 years of CET Physics papers under timed, exam-like conditions. Past papers show exactly which topics repeat and how questions are worded.
Revise actively, not passively — Write a one-page summary for each of the 25 chapters — key definitions, formulas and the points examiners reward — then re-test yourself instead of re-reading.
Mark your answers with the official scheme — After each practice paper, score yourself against the official marking scheme. It shows how marks are awarded step-by-step, so you learn to present answers the way examiners expect.

Exam tips: how to score higher in Physics

Where students lose marks: spending too long on one hard question, second-guessing answers they knew, and never practising full papers under time. Read the whole paper mentally as you go, bank the questions you are sure of first, and keep moving.

Attempt everything: MHT-CET and KCET carry no negative marking, so a blank answer is the only guaranteed zero. Eliminate what you can and answer every question — then confirm the current marking scheme for your session in the official brochure.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most important topics in Physics?

Based on past papers, the most frequently asked topics include Mechanics (Laws of Motion, Work-Energy-Power, Rotational Motion), Electrostatics, Current Electricity. The full ranked list with how often each appears is in the "Most important topics" section above.

Where can I download Physics previous-year question papers?

Official CET previous-year question papers are available on the official CET website. Open the Question Papers section for the direct link, plus the exam pattern and the topics that repeat most.

How can I prepare for Physics faster?

Start with the highest-frequency topics, learn the exam pattern so you know how each section is marked, and practise with past papers. A subject-aware study tutor can quiz you on exactly these topics.