Important Topics for UPSEE 2020 - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Kumari Neha

Updated On: October 28, 2021 09:44 AM

UPSEE 2020 exam has been rescheduled to September 20, 2020.  Now that only 2 months are left for the examination, the candidates must prepare according to the UPSEE syllabus. Check subject- wise important topics for UPSEE 2020 here.

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UPSEE 2020 is scheduled to be conducted on September 20, 2020. Candidates who want to take admission in engineering college, Uttar Pradesh State must fill in the application and appear for the examination. Since the examination is scheduled to be conducted in 2 months there will be enough time for students to prepare and revise the syllabus even after Class 12th board examination.

It is important for a student to know the important topics and pattern of the examination before appearing for the UPSEE 2020. It will help the student to prepare for the examination in a strategic manner and help them score better in the examination.

UPSEE examination for B.Tech admission is conducted in offline- mode. The question type of UPSEE is the Multiple Choice Question (MCQ). A total of 150 questions are asked in the UPSEE examination that carries total marks of 600. Only three subjects are covered in the UPSEE- Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The duration of the UPSEE examination is 3 hours. Thus, a candidate needs to attempt a total of 150 questions in 180 minutes.

UPSEE Important topics will help the candidate to prepare for specific exams and help them attempt the questions in less time. Here are the important topics for UPSEE 2020 examination subject - wise.

Also Read: UPSEE 2020 One Month Preparation Plan, Study Plan and Time Table

UPSEE 2020 Physics Important Topics

All sections for UPSEE are equally important. Physics is an interesting subject and students with good concepts on topics find it easier to attempt the questions. However, the student must give extra time in Physics for the preparation so that both theoretical and practical concepts are clear.

UPSEE Physics carries 50 questions and each question carries equal weightage. Following are the important topics for UPSEE Physics:

  • Heat and Thermodynamics
  • Modern Physics
  • Current Electricity
  • Magnetic Effect of Current
  • Electromagnetic Induction
  • Ray Optics and Optical Instruments
  • Wave Optics
  • Electrostatics
  • Magnetism in Matter
  • Gravitation
  • Rotation of a rigid body about a fixed axis
  • Work, Power and Energy
  • Laws of Motion
  • Motion in one dimension
  • Oscillatory motion
  • Wave
  • Motion in one dimension
  • Solid and Fluid Mechanics

UPSEE 2020 Chemistry Important Topics

A candidate who prepares well for the Chemistry section can attempt maximum questions in the section in less time. Additional time can be utilised to attempt questions from Mathematics and Physics that are time-consuming. While preparing for the Chemistry section, the candidate can divide it into organic, inorganic and physical chemistry and plan the study accordingly.

Here are the important topics for UPSEE Chemistry section:

  • General Organic Chemistry
  • Isomerism and Polymers
  • Redox Reaction
  • Acid-Base
  • Colloids and Colligative Properties of Solution
  • Properties and Preparation of important elements- Hydrogen peroxide, copper sulfate, silver nitrate, plaster of Paris, borax, Mohr's salt, alums, white and red lead, microcosmic salt and bleaching powder, sodium thiosulfate.
  • Sloid State
  • Chemical Bonding
  • Chemical Equilibrium and Kinetics
  • Electrochemistry
  • Periodic Table

Also Read: UPSEE 2020 Important Dates

UPSEE 2020 Mathematics Important Topics

Questions asked in Mathematics may be time-consuming as it requires calculations. However, if a candidate practices a lot of questions for each before the examination, it will be easier for them to attempt the question in less time. Check the important topics for UPSEE mathematics:

  • Coordinate Geometry

  • Probability
  • Trigonometry
  • Calculus
  • Algebra
  • Vectors
  • Dynamics
  • Statistics

The above topics are as per the syllabus of UPSEE. However, you may expect one or two questions in each section which may be tricky. Even if you do not attempt such questions you can still perform well in the examination. However, scoring good marks in UPSEE required effort, patience, and confidence.

We recommend you start your preparation as early as possible so that your dream of getting admission in one of the top engineering colleges is fulfilled.

Hope the above information is useful for you. For more news and information related to UPSEE 2020, stay tuned to CollegeDekho!

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