WBJEE Maths Syllabus 2026: Important Topics & Preparation Strategy
Complete WBJEE Mathematics syllabus with chapter-wise important topics, weightage distribution, and strategic preparation guide for scoring 70+ marks in 2026.
Prof. Rajiv Banerjee
Mathematics Faculty & WBJEE Mentor
Mathematics is arguably the most crucial section in WBJEE, with Paper I dedicated entirely to 75 questions carrying 100 marks (40 Category I, 30 Category II, 5 Category III). With differential marking (1, 2, and 4 marks), strategic preparation focused on important topics is essential. This comprehensive guide covers the complete WBJEE Mathematics syllabus with weightage analysis from last 10 years (2015-2025).
WBJEE Mathematics: Complete Unit-Wise Weightage
| Unit | Weightage | Marks | Priority Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus | 35-40% | 35-40 | Very High |
| Algebra | 25-30% | 25-30 | Very High |
| Coordinate Geometry (2D) | 18-22% | 18-22 | High |
| Vector & 3D Geometry | 10-12% | 10-12 | Medium |
| Trigonometry | 8-10% | 8-10 | Medium |
Calculus: The Highest Weightage Unit (35-40%)
Calculus dominates WBJEE Mathematics with 35-40 marks. Master these topics:
| Topic | Weightage | Questions | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Definite Integration & Applications | 8-10% | 6-8 | Hard |
| Indefinite Integration | 6-8% | 5-6 | Medium |
| Limits, Continuity & Differentiability | 6-7% | 4-5 | Medium |
| Application of Derivatives | 6-7% | 4-5 | Medium |
| Differential Equations | 5-6% | 3-4 | Hard |
Critical Calculus Topics Breakdown
1. Definite Integration (8-10% weightage) - Highest in Calculus:
- Advanced integration techniques - substitution, partial fractions, by parts
- Properties of definite integrals and their applications
- Area under curves and between curves
- Walli's formula and reduction formulas
- Special integrals and symmetric properties
2. Application of Derivatives (6-7% weightage):
- Rate of change and related rates problems
- Maxima and Minima - single variable optimization
- Tangents and Normals to curves
- Rolle's theorem and Mean Value theorem
- Increasing/Decreasing functions and concavity
Algebra: Second Highest Priority (25-30%)
| Topic | Weightage | Questions | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matrices & Determinants | 6-7% | 4-5 | Medium |
| Complex Numbers | 5-6% | 3-4 | Easy |
| Quadratic Equations | 4-5% | 3-4 | Easy |
| Sequences & Series (AP, GP) | 4-5% | 3-4 | Medium |
| Permutation & Combination | 3-4% | 2-3 | Medium |
| Probability | 3-4% | 2-3 | Easy |
| Binomial Theorem | 2-3% | 1-2 | Easy |
High-Scoring Algebra Topics
1. Matrices & Determinants (6-7% weightage):
- Matrix operations - addition, multiplication, transpose
- Determinant properties and evaluation techniques
- Inverse of matrices and solving linear equations
- Rank of matrix and system of equations
- Adjoint and cofactor calculations
2. Complex Numbers (5-6% weightage) - Easy marks:
- Representation in Argand plane and modulus-argument form
- De Moivre's theorem and nth roots of unity
- Cube roots and fourth roots of unity
- Geometry of complex numbers - triangle, circles
- Euler's formula and complex logarithms
Coordinate Geometry 2D: Crucial for Category II (18-22%)
| Topic | Weightage | Questions | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conic Sections (Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola) | 8-10% | 6-7 | Hard |
| Circle | 5-6% | 3-4 | Medium |
| Straight Lines | 4-5% | 3-4 | Easy |
| Pair of Straight Lines | 2-3% | 1-2 | Medium |
Coordinate Geometry Focus Areas
1. Conic Sections (8-10% weightage) - Maximum questions:
- Standard equations and properties of Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola
- Tangent and Normal equations to conics
- Chord of contact, Pole and Polar relationships
- Parametric representation and latus rectum
- Director circle and asymptotes (for hyperbola)
2. Circle (5-6% weightage) - Quick scoring:
- Equation of circle in various forms
- Tangent, normal, and chord properties
- Power of a point and radical axis
- Family of circles and orthogonal circles
- Length of tangent and chord calculations
Vectors & 3D Geometry (10-12%)
| Topic | Weightage | Questions | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vectors - Dot & Cross Product | 5-6% | 3-4 | Medium |
| 3D Lines & Planes | 3-4% | 2-3 | Hard |
| Direction Cosines & Ratios | 2-3% | 1-2 | Easy |
Important topics: Scalar and vector triple products, angle between vectors, equation of line and plane in 3D, shortest distance between skew lines, perpendicular distance from point to plane.
Trigonometry (8-10%)
- Trigonometric identities and equations
- Inverse trigonometric functions and their properties
- Height and Distance problems
- Solution of triangles - sine rule, cosine rule
- Properties of triangles and m-n theorem
Strategic Preparation Timeline for WBJEE Maths
| Phase | Duration | Focus Areas | Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation Building | 4-5 months | All units - Theory + Basic problems | Complete syllabus once |
| Problem Solving | 2-3 months | Practice 500+ previous year questions | Speed & accuracy |
| Advanced Practice | 1.5 months | Category II & III questions focus | Complex problem solving |
| Revision & Mocks | 2-3 weeks | Formula revision + Full tests | Time management |
Category-Wise Preparation Strategy
Category I (1 mark each, 40 questions): Focus on speed and accuracy
- Practice direct formula-based questions
- Master quick calculation techniques
- Target: Solve in 20-25 seconds per question
- Topics: Basic Algebra, Trigonometry, Vectors basics
Category II (2 marks each, 30 questions): Moderate difficulty
- Two-step problems requiring concept application
- Target: 60-90 seconds per question
- Topics: Coordinate Geometry, Calculus applications, Determinants
Category III (4 marks each, 5 questions): Multiple answers
- Attempt only if confident - partial marks available
- +1 per correct option, 0 for wrong
- Topics: Advanced Integration, Conic properties, Complex problems
Quick Scoring Topics: Maximum Marks in Minimum Time
| Topic | Study Time | Expected Marks | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complex Numbers | 8-10 hours | 5-6 | Easy |
| Quadratic Equations | 6-8 hours | 4-5 | Easy |
| Straight Lines & Circle | 15-18 hours | 8-10 | Easy-Medium |
| Binomial Theorem | 4-5 hours | 2-3 | Easy |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Neglecting Class 11 topics (30-35% weightage) - big mistake
- Not practicing Definite Integration enough - highest weightage topic
- Spending too much time on Category I questions in exam
- Attempting Category III without thorough checking
- Ignoring silly calculation errors in Category II
- Not maintaining formula sheets for quick revision
"Mathematics made my WBJEE rank possible. I scored 92/100 by focusing 60% time on Calculus and Coordinate Geometry. The key was solving at least 10 previous year papers and analyzing mistakes thoroughly. Don't chase completion - chase perfection in important topics."
— Debashis Roy, WBJEE AIR 67 (2025)
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