The Zoology syllabus for EAMCET 2026 is comprehensive, covering both 1st and 2nd-year Intermediate topics. It contributes 40 marks out of the 160-mark total for the Agriculture and Pharmacy stream.
High-Yield Chapters to Prioritize
Focus on these chapters to maximize your score in the Zoology section:
- Human Physiology (approx. 10–12 questions)
- Genetics (approx. 8–10 questions)
Detailed Syllabus Breakdown
Here is the detailed syllabus for Zoology in EAMCET 2026:
Unit 1: Diversity of the Living World & Invertebrate Phyla
This unit covers the basics of animal classification and the detailed study of non-chordates.
- Basics of Zoology: Scope and branches, nomenclature (Binomial/Trinomial), and classification hierarchy.
- Invertebrate Phyla: General characteristics and classification (up to class level) of Porifera, Cnidaria, Ctenophora, Platyhelminthes, Nematoda, Annelida, Arthropoda, Mollusca, Echinodermata, and Hemichordata.
Unit 2: Structural Organization & Type Studies
Focuses on how animal bodies are built and a deep dive into specific model organisms.
- Animal Tissues: Epithelial, Connective, Muscular, and Nervous tissues.
- Type Study - Cockroach (Periplaneta americana): Morphology and detailed internal systems (Digestive, Circulatory, Respiratory, Excretory, Nervous, and Reproductive).
- Locomotion & Reproduction in Protozoa: Types of pseudopodia, flagellar/ciliary movements, and asexual/sexual reproduction methods.
Unit 3: Animal Diversity - Phylum Chordata
A comprehensive study of vertebrates and their ancestors.
- Chordata: Sub-phyla (Urochordata, Cephalochordata, Vertebrata).
- Vertebrate Classes: Cyclostomata, Chondrichthyes, Osteichthyes, Amphibia, Reptilia, Aves, and Mammalia.
Unit 4: Human Anatomy and Physiology (The "Core" Section)
This is the largest and highest-weightage section, covering all human body systems.
- Digestion & Absorption: Alimentary canal, enzymes, and nutritional disorders.
- Breathing & Respiration: Respiratory organs, gas exchange, and disorders like Asthma/Emphysema.
- Circulation: Blood, Heart structure, Cardiac cycle, and Hypertension.
- Excretion: Kidney structure, Nephron function, and Uremia/Renal calculi.
- Musculoskeletal System: Muscle contraction, skeleton, and joint disorders.
- Neural Control: Central & Peripheral nervous systems, nerve impulses, and sense organs (Eye/Ear).
- Endocrine System: Glands (Pituitary, Thyroid, etc.), hormones, and hormonal disorders.
Unit 5: Human Reproduction & Health
- Reproductive Systems: Male and female anatomy, gametogenesis, and pregnancy.
- Reproductive Health: Contraception, STDs, and IVF.
Unit 6: Genetics & Molecular Biology
- Principles of Inheritance: Mendelian genetics, sex determination, and blood groups.
- Genetic Disorders: Thalassemia, Sickle cell anemia, Color blindness, and Chromosomal disorders.
- Molecular Genetics: DNA/RNA, replication, transcription, and translation.
Unit 7: Biology in Human Welfare & Applied Biology
- Parasitology: Life cycles of Entamoeba, Plasmodium, Ascaris, and Wuchereria.
- Immune System: T-cells, B-cells, Antibodies, and Vaccines.
- Applied Zoology: Animal Husbandry, Poultry, Apiculture, and Biotechnology in health (Insulin, Gene Therapy).
Unit 8: Ecology, Environment & Evolution
- Ecology: Ecosystems, Energy flow, Ecological pyramids, and Environmental issues (Pollution).
- Evolution: Origin of life, Darwinism, Modern Synthetic Theory, and Human Evolution.
Scoring Units: Ecology and Applied Biology are generally easier to master and help boost your score quickly.