Preparing for NEET or JEE in 2025? Choosing the right books is half the battle won. With hundreds of options available, it’s important to pick those that strengthen your concepts, help in practice, and are aligned with the latest exam trends.
We’ve curated the expert-recommended list of the best books that students across India and top educators trust. These books cover Physics, Chemistry, Biology (for NEET), and Mathematics (for JEE).
📚 Best Books for NEET 2025
NEET focuses heavily on NCERT-based understanding, so start with that and build on it.
✅ Biology
- NCERT Biology Class 11 & 12 – Must-read, direct questions come from here.
- Trueman’s Biology (Vol 1 & 2) – Great for theory and NEET-level questions.
- MTG Objective NCERT at Your Fingertips – Biology – Perfect for fast revision and MCQs.
- Dinesh Objective Biology – Helpful for extra practice and concept clarity.
✅ Physics
- NCERT Physics Class 11 & 12 – Builds your base. Don’t skip derivations.
- Concepts of Physics by H.C. Verma (Vol 1 & 2) – Gold standard for understanding basics.
- Objective Physics by D.C. Pandey (Arihant Series) – Topic-wise MCQs, very useful.
- MTG NCERT at Your Fingertips – Physics – Quick question practice aligned to NCERT.
✅ Chemistry
- NCERT Chemistry Class 11 & 12 – Especially important for Inorganic Chemistry.
- Physical Chemistry by O.P. Tandon – Ideal for numericals and concepts.
- Organic Chemistry by Morrison & Boyd – Great for in-depth understanding.
- Objective Chemistry by Dinesh / MS Chauhan (Organic) – For MCQ practice.
📚 Best Books for JEE 2025
JEE requires conceptual clarity and extensive problem-solving. Here’s the subject-wise list:
✅ Mathematics
- NCERT Class 11 & 12 Mathematics – Basic foundation.
- Mathematics for Class 11 & 12 by R.D. Sharma – Ideal for beginners.
- IIT Mathematics by M.L. Khanna – Advanced level problem-solving.
- Objective Mathematics by R.D. Sharma or Arihant (by Amit M Agarwal) – Topic-wise MCQs.
✅ Physics
- Concepts of Physics by H.C. Verma – Great for both theory and problems.
- Understanding Physics Series by D.C. Pandey (Arihant) – Best for topic-wise JEE preparation.
- Problems in General Physics by I.E. Irodov – Challenging problems for JEE Advanced.
✅ Chemistry
- NCERT Chemistry Class 11 & 12 – Backbone of JEE Chemistry.
- Physical Chemistry by N Awasthi (Balaji) – MCQ practice book.
- Organic Chemistry by M.S. Chauhan / Morrison & Boyd – For advanced preparation.
- Inorganic Chemistry by J.D. Lee (adapted for JEE) – Clear explanations of key topics.
💡 Tips While Using These Books
- Start with NCERT, then move to reference books.
- Don’t get distracted by too many sources—stick to 1–2 books per subject.
- Solve previous year papers and mock tests from trusted publishers like MTG or Arihant.
- Focus on revisions and chapter-wise tests regularly.
🎯 Final Words
Choosing the right books gives your preparation a strong base. But remember: books are tools — how you use them defines your success. Combine these books with a smart study plan, good mentorship, and consistent practice.
Whether you’re targeting NEET or JEE, start today with the right set of books, and you’re already ahead of the crowd for 2025!