The Banasthali University Aptitude Test (BUAT) 2026 syllabus covers core subjects from Classes 11th and 12th along with reasoning. For Physics, topics include mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Chemistry includes atomic structure, bonding, states of matter, thermodynamics, equilibrium, kinetics, periodic table, organic, inorganic, and biomolecules. Mathematics covers algebra, trigonometry, coordinate geometry, calculus, probability, statistics, and vectors, while Biology includes cell biology, genetics, physiology, reproduction, ecology, and human welfare. Additionally, a Logical Reasoning section tests analytical and problem-solving skills, ensuring overall evaluation of candidates.
Here’s the detailed syllabus for the Banasthali University Aptitude Test (BUAT / Banasthali Vidyapith) as expected for 2026, based on recent years.
Section
Subjects
Topics
Section A
Physics
Units & Measurement; Kinematics; Laws of Motion; Work, Energy & Power; Rotational Motion; Gravitation & Satellite; Mechanics of Solids & Fluids; Oscillations & Waves; Heat & Thermodynamics; Electrostatics; Current Electricity; Magnetic Effects of Current; Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Currents; Optics; Atomic & Nuclear Physics; Semiconductors.
Chemistry
State of Matter; Atomic Structure; Chemical Bonding & Molecular Structure; Thermodynamics; Solutions; Equilibrium; Chemical Kinetics; Redox Reactions & Electrochemistry; Classification of Elements & Periodicity; s-, p-, d-, and f-block elements; Coordination Compounds; Nomenclature; Basic Organic Chemistry (Hydrocarbons; Compounds with Oxygen / Nitrogen / Halogens); Stereochemistry; Biomolecules; Polymers.
Section B
Mathematics (for B. Tech) /Biology (for B.Pharm)
Mathematics
Biology
Algebra; Trigonometry; Matrices & Determinants; Coordinate Geometry (2D & 3D); Vectors; Differential Calculus; Integral Calculus; Ordinary Differential Equations; Probability; Statistics; Linear Programming; possibly Linear Inequalities
Living World & Diversity; Cell & Cell Division; Genetics; Morphology of Plants & Animals; Physiology of Plants; Physiology of Animals; Reproduction & Growth & Development; Ecology & Environment; Biology in Human Welfare.
Verbal Reasoning: Analogy; Classification; Series Completion; Logical Deduction; Chart Logic; etc. Non-Verbal Reasoning: Pattern Recognition; Rule Detection; Analysis of shapes/patterns etc.
Q1. Does BUAT have a common syllabus for all courses?
Ans. No — the syllabus varies by programme. For example, BTech / BPharm includes Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology, and Logical Reasoning, while MBA, LLM, MSc, etc. have specialized sections.
Q2. What subjects are included for BTech / BPharm syllabus?
Ans. It includes:
Physics (mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity, optics, nuclear physics, etc.)
Chemistry (atomic structure, bonding, thermodynamics, organic chemistry, biomolecules)
Mathematics or Biology (depending on the course) — algebra, calculus, probability, etc.
Logical Reasoning — both verbal and non-verbal reasoning.
Q3. Are topics from Class 11 & 12 enough to cover the syllabus?
Ans. Yes, most of the syllabus is drawn from standard +2 (Class 11 & 12) topics in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology.
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