KEAM 2026 Notification: Kerala Engineering Entrance Exam Dates

Introduction

Planning to appear for KEAM 2026? The Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) entrance exam is your pathway to professional degree courses in Kerala. Whether it’s engineering or pharmacy, knowing and tracking important dates ensures timely application, preparation, and admission.

This blog covers the complete KEAM 2026 timeline and essential updates from registration to counselling.

What is KEAM 2026?

KEAM, conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, is the state-level entrance exam for admission to undergraduate courses in Engineering, Architecture, Medical, Pharmacy, Agriculture, and allied sciences in Kerala. Admissions to B.Tech and B.Pharm courses are based on KEAM scores, while medical and architecture seats consider NEET and NATA scores respectively.

Official website: cee.kerala.gov.in

KEAM 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)

KEAM 2026 Exam Pattern and Syllabus (Updated)

Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) 2026 will be conducted as a single, computer-based test (CBT) paper for engineering aspirants with a total of 150 multiple-choice questions distributed as follows:

• Mathematics: 75 questions
• Physics: 45 questions
• Chemistry: 30 questions

The duration of the exam for B.Tech candidates is 180 minutes (3 hours). For B.Pharmacy aspirants, the exam will have two sections: Physics and Chemistry with a duration of 90 minutes.

Each correct answer will earn 4 marks, while an incorrect answer will attract a penalty of 1 mark (negative marking). The exam will be conducted only in English medium.

The syllabus remains aligned with the Kerala state curriculum for Classes 11 and 12. For detailed syllabus and marking scheme, refer to the official KEAM portal cee.kerala.gov.in.

How to Stay Updated

Keep visiting the official CEE Kerala website (cee.kerala.gov.in) regularly for all notifications related to KEAM 2026, including application, admit card, and counselling info. Following official social media channels and trusted education portals is also advisable.

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FAQs

1. When will KEAM 2026 application start?
   Expected in the second week of February 2026 at cee.kerala.gov.in.
2. What is the KEAM exam date?
   Tentatively the fourth week of April 2026.
3. How can I download the KEAM admit card?
   From the official CEE Kerala portal once released.
4. When will KEAM 2026 results be declared?
   Around the second week of May 2026.
5. What courses are covered through KEAM admission?
   Engineering (B.Tech), Pharmacy, Agriculture, Architecture (via NATA), and Medical (via NEET) courses in Kerala.

Conclusion

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