KEAM LLB Books 2026: Check best books for exam preparation

• Physics: Bernoulli theorem, Gravitation, Vector, Circular motion.
• Maths: Matrices and Determinants, Application of Derivatives, Vector, Probability, Definite Integration, Functions, 3D Geometry, Differential Equations.
• Chemistry: Polymers, Organic Chemistry.

The KEAM 2026 engineering paper will have a total of 150 questions. Mathematics will have 75 questions, Physics will have 45 questions, and Chemistry will have 30 questions to be answered in 180 minutes. For KEAM 2026 BPharm ONLY candidates, the Entrance Examination will have a total of 75 questions; 45 questions in Physics and 30 questions in Chemistry to be answered in 90 minutes.

CEE Kerala releases the KEAM question papers along with answer keys every year after the exam. Therefore candidates can download the KEAM previous year question papers from the official website of CEE. KEAM previous year question papers are beneficial for candidates whilst their exam preparation. Moreover, while practising KEAM question papers, candidates can also get an idea of the kind of questions to expect in the exam. It gives the test-takers an understanding of the KEAM exam pattern. Attempting KEAM previous year question papers will help exam aspirants to better their speed and accuracy. It also helps to improve time management skills. Candidates can analyse their performance by solving KEAM question papers from time to time. Boosts the candidate's confidence to ace the exam. Candidates are advised to practice as many KEAM previous year question papers as they can. Candidates can download the KEAM previous year question papers here: https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/keam-exam-question-papers.

As per the revised KEAM exam pattern, the KEAM engineering exam will be held for a duration of 180 minutes, and the BPharm paper will be held for a duration of 90 minutes. Candidates have to appear for Physics, Chemistry and Maths for the engineering exam and for only Physics and Chemistry for the BPharm paper.

1. Mathematics for classes 11 and 12 by R. D Sharma
2. Problems in Calculus in one variable by Isaak Abramovich Maron
3. Higher Algebra by Hall Knight
4. NCERT Mathematics by CBSE
5. Complete Mathematics by MC Graw Hills.

The KEAM exam marking scheme is similar to the JEE Main. Candidates will be awarded 4 marks for every correct answer. 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer. No marks will be deducted for not attempting a question.

The syllabus of KEAM is prescribed by CEE Kerala. The KEAM syllabus comprises all three subjects Physics Chemistry & Mathematics. KEAM syllabus is based on class 11 and 12 examinations.

Reference books are important mainly because they provide insights into applicatioon of basic concepts to solve various questions. They also provided some extended knowledge about the subject that can beneficial for entrance exams like KEAM. Therefore, candidates must also refer to reference books oin KEAM preparation.

Candidates preparing for KEAM need not buy any book if they already have books from which they prepared for any other MBA entrance exam. However, if KEAM is the only exam for which the candidate is planning to appear, following factors must be kept in mind to choose a book:

1. Check the table of content and book edition.
2. Check if the book has its content arranged systematically.
3. Read reviews whether the book is for advanced level preparation or basic preparation.
4. Check if the author and publisher is reliable.
5. Does it contain a question bank?
6. Does it have section wise distribution?

No, the KEAM conducting authority has not mentioned specific books.

Important books for KEAM Physics are:

1. Objective Physics by Arihant Publications
2. Concept of Physics Volume 1 & 2 by HC Verma
3. Fundamentals of Physics by Halliday, Resnick and Walker
4. Problems in Physics by A. A Pinsky.

There is no paper 1 or paper 2 in KEAM anymore. As per the revised KEAM exam pattern to be followed from 2024 onwards, KEAM will not have two papers anymore. There will be one paper. The KEAM engineering candidates have to attempt a total of 150 questions. Mathematics will have 75 questions, Physics will have 45 questions and Chemistry will have 30 questions to be answered in 180 minutes. For KEAM BPharm ONLY candidates, the Entrance Examination will have a total of 75 questions; 45 questions in Physics and 30 questions in Chemistry to be answered in 90 minutes. For each correct response, candidates will be awarded FOUR marks, and for each incorrect response, ONE mark will be deducted.