ATC Technical Syllabus Explained (Physics + Maths) with PYQ Weightage
The Technical Section of the ATC (Air Traffic Controller) exam is the most decisive part. A total of 60 questions come from Physics + Maths (Class 11 + 12 level, formula-based + conceptual + NCERT-driven). According to the PYQ analysis for 2021–2023, this section strongly influences your rank and final cutoff. Below is the complete syllabus, chapter-wise weightage, priorities, time allocation, formula list, common mistakes, and Career Wave’s Super-50 Tech strategy.
1. Complete Technical Syllabus (Physics + Maths)
PHYSICS SYLLABUS (ATC Level) and FORMULA
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Class 11 Topics |
Class 12 Topics |
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Units & Dimensions |
Electrostatics |
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Vectors |
Current Electricity |
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Motion in Straight Line |
Moving Charges & Magnetism |
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Motion in a Plane |
Magnetism & Matter |
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Laws of Motion |
Electromagnetic Induction |
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Work, Energy & Power |
Alternating Current |
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System of Particles & Rotational Motion |
Electromagnetic Waves |
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Gravitation |
Ray Optics & Optical Instruments |
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Mechanical Properties of Solids |
Wave Optics |
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Mechanical Properties of Fluids |
Atoms |
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Thermal Properties of Matter |
Nuclei |
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Thermodynamics |
Semiconductor Electronics |
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Kinetic Theory of Gases |
Communication Systems |
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Oscillations |
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Waves |
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MATHEMATICS SYLLABUS (ATC Level) and FORMULA
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Class 11 Topics |
Class 12 Topics |
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Sets, Relations & Functions |
Matrices & Determinants |
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Trigonometry |
Continuity & Differentiability |
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Complex Numbers |
Application of Derivatives |
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Quadratic Equations |
Integrals (Indefinite & Definite) |
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Permutations & Combinations |
Differential Equations |
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Binomial Theorem |
Vector Algebra |
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Sequences & Series |
Probability |
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Straight Lines |
3D Geometry |
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Limits |
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Statistics & Probability (Basics) |
2. PYQ-Based Chapter Weightage (2021–2023)(Physics PYQs)
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Chapter |
Total PYQs (2021–2023) |
Importance |
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Electromagnetic Waves |
35 |
High |
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Laws of Motion |
26 |
High |
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Ray Optics |
25 |
High |
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Electrostatics + Gauss |
24 |
High |
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Moving Charges & Magnetism |
23 |
High |
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Semiconductor + Logic |
21 |
Medium–High |
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Current Electricity |
20 |
High |
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Atoms |
20 |
Medium–High |
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Thermodynamics |
10 |
Medium |
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Wave Optics |
10 |
Medium |
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KTG |
8 |
Medium |
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Gravitation |
6 |
Low |
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Oscillations |
6 |
Medium |
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Fluids |
4 |
Low |
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Rotational Motion |
3 |
Low |
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Communication |
3 |
Low |
(Maths PYQs – Approx Distribution)
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Chapter |
Weight |
Priority |
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Calculus (Limits + Differentiation + AOD + Integration) |
12–14 |
High |
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Matrices & Determinants |
6–8 |
High |
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Vector Algebra |
4–6 |
High |
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Complex Numbers |
3–4 |
Medium |
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Probability |
3–4 |
Medium |
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Quadratic & Algebra |
3–4 |
Medium |
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Straight Lines & 3D |
3–4 |
Medium |
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P&C + Binomial |
2–3 |
Medium |
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Series |
1–2 |
Low |
HIGH PRIORITY
EM Waves
Electrostatics
Current Electricity
Magnetism
Ray Optics
Semiconductor
Calculus
Matrices / Determinants
Vectors
Complex Numbers
MEDIUM PRIORITY
Work & Energy
Thermodynamics
KTG
Wave Optics
Probability
P&C
Trigonometry
Straight Lines
LOW PRIORITY
Fluids
Rotational Motion
Gravitation
Communication Systems
Series
4. 3-Hour/Day Time Allocation (30-Day Tech Plan)
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Unit |
Daily Hours |
Duration |
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High Priority Physics |
1 hr 15 min |
15 days |
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High Priority Maths |
1 hr |
15 days |
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Physics Medium Priority |
30 min |
8 days |
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Maths Medium Priority |
20 min |
7 days |
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Low Priority Chapters |
20 min |
5 days |
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PYQs + Revision |
40 min/day |
Full month |
5. Common Mistakes Students Make
Reading only theory; not practicing numericals
Underestimating NCERT
Skipping high-PYQ chapters
Not revising formulas regularly
Weak calculation speed
Avoiding calculus (especially integration/differentiation)
Attempting PYQs without mastering basics
Not focusing on time management during mocks
6. Career Wave Super-50 (Tech Section) – Why it is the Best?
300+ hours structured tech curriculum
NCERT mapping + PYQ targeted explanations
Chapter-wise sectional tests (Tech-only)
20 full-length Tech mocks
54 chapter notes + formula sheets + shorts
Exclusive ATC Tech PYQ Digest (2021–2023)
Dedicated doubt-solving + mentorship
30-Day Exam-Time Sprint Revision Plan
“Zero-Mark Loss Strategy” for Tech
Career Wave’s preparation model is PYQ-driven, exam-oriented, and high-yield, which is why its selection rate remains the best every year.
7. Downloadable Chapter Checklist
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Physics Checklist: |
Maths Checklist: |
