KEAM 2026 – Exam Date (17–23 April), Eligibility, Seats, Syllabus, Result & Counselling
The Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical Entrance Examination (KEAM) is conducted every year by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala for admission into professional courses in colleges across Kerala.
Through the KEAM entrance examination, students can get admission to courses such as B.Tech Engineering, B.Pharm, Architecture, and medical allied programs. Many students searching for KEAM 2026 exam date, KEAM eligibility, KEAM syllabus, and KEAM counselling process can find all important information below.
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Important: The KEAM 2026 application window is already closed. Candidates who completed the application can now prepare for the exam and download the admit card when released.
1. KEAM 2026 Important Dates (Official)
The KEAM 2026 exam will be conducted online in multiple sessions across different exam centres in India. Candidates should check their admit card carefully for exam centre, reporting time and instructions.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 5 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Upload Documents | 7 February 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 1 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | 17 – 23 April 2026 |
| Exam Timing | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| Buffer Exam Dates | 13, 16, 24, 25 April 2026 |
2. KEAM Seats / College Availability
KEAM does not provide government jobs. Instead, it offers admission seats in professional colleges across Kerala. Thousands of students apply every year for engineering and pharmacy seats through KEAM.
| Course | Approx Seats |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 60,000+ |
| Pharmacy | 3,000+ |
| Architecture | 1,000+ |
Seats are available in multiple institutions including:
- Government Engineering Colleges
- Government Aided Colleges
- Private Self-Financing Colleges
3. KEAM 2026 Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for engineering courses must pass Class 12 with the following subjects:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
Age Limit
Minimum age required for KEAM admission is:
- 17 years
4. KEAM 2026 Selection Process
The admission process includes multiple stages from entrance examination to final college admission.
- KEAM Entrance Exam – Online CBT test.
- Result – Scorecard published on official website.
- Rank List – Based on KEAM score and normalized Class 12 marks.
- Counselling (CAP) – Students choose course and college.
- Seat Allotment – Final admission confirmation.
5. KEAM 2026 Exam Pattern
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 600 |
| Negative Marking | Yes |
Subject-wise Questions
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Physics | 45 |
| Chemistry | 30 |
| Mathematics | 75 |
Marking Scheme:
- +4 marks for correct answer
- -1 mark for wrong answer
6. KEAM 2026 Syllabus
The KEAM syllabus is mainly based on Class 11 and Class 12 NCERT syllabus. Students should focus on strong fundamentals in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
Physics
- Laws of Motion
- Thermodynamics
- Electricity
- Optics
- Modern Physics
Mathematics
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Trigonometry
- Probability
- Coordinate Geometry
Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
7. KEAM Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹875 |
| SC | ₹375 |
| ST | Free |
Note: Application fee may vary depending on the course selected.
8. How to Apply for KEAM
- Visit official website – https://cee.kerala.gov.in
- Click KEAM 2026 Registration
- Register using Email ID and Mobile number
- Fill application details
- Upload documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and download confirmation
9. Documents Required
- Class 10 certificate (DOB proof)
- Class 12 marksheet
- Nativity certificate
- Photo and signature
- Category certificate (if applicable)
10. Official Website
Apply and check official updates here:
👉 https://cee.kerala.gov.in