KEAM 2026: Kerala Engineering, Architecture, and Medical Entrance Exam – Complete Guide

The Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) is a state-level entrance examination conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. It serves as the gateway for admission to various professional degree courses in Kerala, including Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy, and Medical (Allied courses).

If you’re planning to appear for KEAM 2026, here’s everything you need to know — from eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, dates, and counselling to preparation tips and FAQs.

📅 What is KEAM?

KEAM (Kerala Engineering, Architecture and Medical Entrance Exam) is an entrance test for admission to various undergraduate professional programs offered by government, aided, and private institutions across Kerala.

It is conducted once a year and is organized by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. The exam tests students in subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for Engineering and Biology for Pharmacy and Medical-related streams.

📆 KEAM 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule (Tentative)

🌟 KEAM 2026 Highlights

🎓 KEAM 2026 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for KEAM 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Nationality: Indian nationals, Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) are eligible.
• Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 17 years old as of December 31, 2026.
• Educational Qualification:
  • For Engineering Courses: Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects with at least 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories).
  • For Architecture Courses: Valid NATA score and 10+2 with Mathematics as a subject.
  • For Medical Courses: Must have appeared for NEET UG 2026.

📘 KEAM 2026 Syllabus and Exam Pattern

Exam Pattern (for Engineering):

Marking Scheme:

• +4 for every correct answer
• –1 for every wrong answer
• 0 marks for unanswered questions

Syllabus Overview:

• Physics: Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics, Current Electricity, Optics, Modern Physics
• Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Electrochemistry, Organic Chemistry
• Mathematics: Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, Probability

📄 Previous Year KEAM Question Papers

Solving previous years’ question papers helps in understanding the pattern, difficulty level, and frequently asked questions.

You can download KEAM Previous Year Question Papers (PDF) from the official website — cee.kerala.gov.in — for the years 2023, 2024, and 2025.

🧠 KEAM 2026 Mock Test by CEE

CEE Kerala provides official mock tests on its website for practice.
Steps to access:

1. Visit cee.kerala.gov.in
2. Go to KEAM 2026 → Mock Test
3. Login using your registration details
4. Start practicing the CBT interface to familiarize yourself with the exam pattern.

💡 How to Prepare for KEAM 2026

Here are a few preparation strategies:

• Understand the Syllabus: Focus on NCERTs of Classes 11 and 12.
• Time Management: Allocate daily hours to each subject.
• Mock Tests & Practice Papers: Attempt at least one test weekly.
• Revision Notes: Create formula sheets and quick notes for last-minute preparation.
• Focus on Weak Areas: Analyze mock test results and improve on weak topics.

🧾 KEAM 2026 Selection Process

1. Written Examination (KEAM 2026)
   Candidates must appear and qualify in the entrance test.
2. Rank List Preparation
   Based on KEAM score + Class 12 marks (50:50 weightage).
3. Counselling (CAP)
   Conducted by CEE Kerala for seat allotment.
4. Document Verification
   Students must verify their documents at the allotted institution.

🎟️ KEAM 2026 Admit Card and Exam Centre

• The KEAM Admit Card 2026 will be released online in May 2026.
• Download from cee.kerala.gov.in using your Application Number and Password.
• Exam Centres:
  • In Kerala: Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Kannur
  • Outside Kerala: New Delhi, Mumbai, Dubai (for NRIs)

📝 KEAM 2026 Registration

• Mode: Online at cee.kerala.gov.in
• Steps:
  1. Register with basic details (Name, DOB, Email ID, Mobile)
  2. Fill in educational and personal information
  3. Upload documents and photograph/signature
  4. Pay the application fee (₹700 for General, ₹300 for SC/ST)
  5. Print the confirmation page for future reference

📊 KEAM Exam Analysis (Previous Year Trends)

Trend Insight:
Mathematics is generally the toughest section. Candidates with strong NCERT fundamentals tend to score higher.

📕 KEAM 2026 Answer Key

• Released a few days after the exam by CEE Kerala.
• Available for both Paper I and Paper II.
• Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key by paying ₹100 per question within the stipulated time.

🏁 KEAM 2026 Result and Rank List

• Results will be declared in June 2026 on cee.kerala.gov.in.
• The Rank List for Engineering and Pharmacy is prepared using:
  • KEAM Scores (50%)
  • Class 12 Marks (50%)
• Candidates can download their Scorecard and participate in CAP Counselling.

🎓 KEAM 2026 Counselling, Cutoff and Participating Colleges

❓ KEAM 2026 FAQs