Chemistry (JEE Main) — Textbook & Study Material

Download the official textbook for Chemistry (JEE Main) and see the full chapter list so you know exactly what to cover.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Introduction to Chemistry and Measurements
Chapter 2: Measurement Units and SI System
Chapter 3: Mole Concept and Stoichiometry
Chapter 4: Atomic Structure and Models
Chapter 5: Quantum Theory and Electron Configuration
Chapter 6: Periodic Table and Periodic Trends
Chapter 7: Ionic and Covalent Bonding
Chapter 8: Hybridization and Molecular Orbitals
Chapter 9: Molecular Geometry and VSEPR
Chapter 10: States of Matter and Gas Laws
Chapter 11: Thermodynamics
Chapter 12: Chemical Equilibrium
Chapter 13: Redox Reactions
Chapter 14: Hydrogen
Chapter 15: s-Block Elements
Chapter 16: p-Block Elements
Chapter 17: Organic Chemistry: Some Basic Principles and Techniques
Chapter 18: Hydrocarbons

Frequently asked questions

Is the Chemistry (JEE Main) textbook enough to score well, or do I need extra notes?

No single book covers JEE. Use the official syllabus as your checklist, pick a standard reference per topic, and spend most of your time on past papers and timed practice — the exam rewards problem-solving speed far more than re-reading.

How should I study the Chemistry (JEE Main) textbook chapter by chapter?

Cover the high-weightage chapters first (use the exam pattern as a guide), make a one-page summary per chapter, and immediately solve a few past-paper questions on it. Active recall beats passive re-reading.

How can I prepare for Chemistry (JEE Main) faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for Chemistry (JEE Main) — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused Chemistry (JEE Main) study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.