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KEAM 2024:Â The Commissioner of Entrance Examinations will conduct the Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) entrance exam. The KEAM 2024 exam is expected to be held in May and the online KEAM application form can be released in March 2024. KEAM is an offline state-level entrance exam held for admission to UG engineering courses only. 10+2 passed/appearing candidates can apply for the exam to be admitted to various colleges in Kerela that are approved by the Central and State Regulatory Bodies, Universities and Government.
For admission to UG medical, agriculture, forestry, veterinary, fisheries, architecture, and pharmacy courses KEAM is not held, but candidates have to appear in KEAM counselling (CAP) with respective national exam scores by filling out the KEAM application form 2024. The engineering aspirants who are to appear for KEAM 2024, have to prepare for the exam following the 10+2 level syllabus of Maths, Physics, and Chemistry. There are 2 papers in KEAM, Paper 1 consists of questions asked from Physics and Chemistry, while Paper 1 contains questions from Mathematics. Check this page for complete details of KEAM 2024 like eligibility, how to apply, how to prepare, books, exam pattern, admission process and more.
Q: Â What is the KEAM 2024 exam date?
The KEAM 2024 exam is expected to be held in May and the online KEAM application form can be released in March 2024. CEE releases the exam date, time and other important dates related to KEAM offcially via public nitificatiosn on the official website. Candidates can check the details of KEAM via the official notification. KEAM exam is held at state level and in offline mode for admission to UG engineering.
Q: Â What is the mode of KEAM exam?
KEAM exam mode is offline. The number of papers in the exam is 2. The type of questions in the exam is MCQ type. There will be 5 options against each question. The total number of questions per paper is 120. The marks awarded for correct answer is 4 and the marks deducted for wrong answer is 1. The total marks per paper is 480. The total duration of the exam is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Q: Â Will class 12 marks be considered in KEAM?
Yes. KEAM engineering rank is prepared by giving an equal weightage of 50:50 to the score obtained in the Entrance Examination conducted by CEE for Engineering and the marks obtained in the final year of the qualifying examination for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together, after effecting the standardization procedure.
Q: Â Which are the courses allotted by CEE via KEAM?
CEE conducts KEAM exam for admission to B.Tech courses. However, allotment of seats is done via KEAM counselling in UG courses of Engineering, Architecture, MBBS BDS Ayurveda, Homoeo, Siddha, Unani, Agriculture, Forestry, Veterinary, Fisheries, Pharmacy, Co-operation & Banking, B.Tech Bio-Technology, Climate Change & Environmental Science.
- What is KEAM?
- KEAM 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
- KEAM 2024 Highlights
- KEAM 2024 Eligibility
- KEAM 2024 Registration
- KEAM 2024 Exam Pattern
- KEAM 2024 Syllabus
- How to Prepare for KEAM 2024
- Books for KEAM 2024
- KEAM 2024 Selection Process
- KEAM 2024 Admit Card
- KEAM 2024 Exam Centre
- KEAM 2024 Answer Key
- KEAM 2024 Result
- KEAM 2024 Counselling
What is KEAM?
The Kerala Engineering, Architecture and Medical Entrance Exam (KEAM) is an entrance exam that is conducted in Kerela, Mumbai, New Delhi and Dubai. The offline entrance test is held for admission to engineering courses at various colleges in Kerela that are approved by the Central and State Regulatory Bodies, Universities and Government.Â
The candidates who qualify in KEAM, have to then appear for the centralised admission process (CAP), conducted by CEE. Via CAP, admission will be also provided in medical, agriculture, forestry, veterinary, fisheries, architecture, and pharmacy courses. However, for admission to these courses candidates do not need to appear for KEAM, they need NEET / NATA scores as applicable. But they must fill out the KEAM application form before the last date.
Q: Â Is CEE office conducting Medical Entrance Examination?
Q: Â Is it compulsory to apply for both KEAM and NEET simultaneously for considering allotment in medical courses of Kerala?
Q: Â When will the KEAM application be available online?
KEAM 2024 application form dates will be available soon. The process to apply for KEAM is, first, to complete the KEAM 2024 registration by providing the basic details and creating an application number and password to login at various stages of admission. Next, candidates had to complete the fill the online application form. In the next step, candidates need to pay the online application fee as applicable with the available mode of payment. Thereafter, the candidates had to upload scanned images and certificates. Finally, as the final step of the application process, candidates had to print the submitted online form and keep it safe with them.
Q: Â Is it possible for a non resident of Kerala apply for KEAM?
Yes, you can apply. Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for KEAM . Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)/Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Card Holders shall be treated at par with Indian citizens for the purpose of admission. However, PIO/OCI candidates will not be eligible to claim any relaxation meant for reserved category candidates. Indian citizens will further be classified as Keralites and Non-Keralites. However, candidates with non-Keralite nativity cannot claim any reservation of the state. Candidates have to complete all the steps to complete the KEAM application procedure. However, it is not compulsory to complete all the steps in one go. Candidates can do each step at a different time. But they should use the 'Save' button frequently to save the entered data.
KEAM 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of KEAM 2024 exam
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
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Mar '24 - Apr '24 | KEAM 2024 registration TENTATIVE |
Apr '24 | KEAM 2024 last date to upload the documents TENTATIVE |
Apr '24 - May '24 | KEAM 2024 form correction for names, photos and signature TENTATIVE |
May '24 | KEAM 2024 admit card out on TENTATIVE |
May '24 | KEAM 2024 exam date TENTATIVE |
May '24 | KEAM 2024 answer key released TENTATIVE |
May '24 | KEAM 2024 answer key challenge window TENTATIVE |
KEAM 2024 Highlights
Check some important highlights of the KEAM exam in the table below:
Particulars |
Details |
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Exam Name |
Kerala Engineering, Agricultural and Medical Entrance Exam (KEAM) |
Conducting Body |
Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) |
Exam Level |
State-level |
Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
Mode of Exam |
Offline, pen and paper-based |
Total Registrations |
1,23,623 (in 2023) 1,22,083 (in 2022) |
Courses offered through the Entrance Exam |
BTech |
Exam Fees |
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Exam Duration |
Paper I - 2.5 hrs Paper II - 2.5 hrs Total - 5 hrs |
No. of Papers and Total Marks |
2 papers with 960 marks in total |
Total Questions |
Each paper carries 120 questions. |
Marking Scheme |
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Colleges Accepting Exam Score |
175 Engineering and architecture colleges 53 Medical and dental colleges 15 BHMS colleges 17 BAMS colleges 2 BSMS and BUMS colleges 1 Ayurveda/Siddha/Unani college 57 BPharm colleges 10 agricultural colleges 7 Veterinary colleges 2 Fisheries and ocean colleges |
Official Website |
cee.kerala.gov.in |
Contact Details |
CEE Help Line Number (09:30 AM to 05:30 PM) - 0471-2525300 Citizen Call Centre (24-hour Help Line Numbers) - 155300, 0471-2335523 E-mail: ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in Address: Office of The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations Fifth Floor, Housing Board Buildings Santhi Nagar, Thiruvananthapuram-695 001 |
KEAM information brochure |
Download PDF (previous year) |
KEAM exam summary |
Exam highlights (previous year) |
Q: Â What is KEAM seat reservation policy?
Q: Â Are there any sectional cutoffs in KEAM?
No. KEAM cut-off marks are published in the form of last rank round-wise and category-wise. KEAM cutoff is available on the official website after each round of KEAM seat allotment. Candidates who obtain a score equal to the exam KEAM cut-offs will be allowed to participate in the KEAM counselling process. The KEAM cutoff list comprises the closing ranks of various participating colleges after each round of counselling. Candidates with ranks below the set KEAM cut-off will not be considered for admission.
Q: Â Can board exam scores affect the KEAM cutoff?
Q: Â What is the KEAM question paper pattern?
KEAM 2024 is an objective type exam with Multiple Choice Questions based on a single response. For each question, five suggested answers would be given, of which only one will be the most appropriate response. The candidate will have to select and mark the alphabet (A, B, C, D or E) corresponding to the most appropriate response in the OMR Answer Sheet. Each question paper will have 4 versions as detailed below: Paper I Physics & Chemistry Versions - A1, A2, A3 & A4 Paper II - Mathematics Versions - B1, B2, B3 & B4 If the Roll Number ends in an odd number, then the candidate should get a question booklet marked A1/B1/A3/B3. If the Roll Number ends in an even number, then the candidate should get a question booklet marked A2/B2/A4/B4.
KEAM 2024 Eligibility
Check the KEAM 2024 eligibility criteria below:
Age requirement
Only those candidates are eligible to appear for the entrance exam who have completed 17 years of age as of December 31, 2024. Candidates shall not be awarded any relaxation in the minimum age requirement. There is no upper age limit to apply for KEAM 2024.
Out of the total seats available for admission in various courses through this entrance exam, some seats will be reserved for different categories.Â
Education qualification
The educational qualification for KEAM 2024 will be different for various engineering programmes offered. However, the minimum eligibility criteria is that a candidate should have passed Class 12 with science subjects.
Check the course-wise KEAM eligibility criteria below:
- Qualification for engineering courses: Candidates are eligible to apply for programmes such as BTech (Ag. Engg.), BTech (Food Engg.) and BTech (Dairy Science & Technology) if they fulfil the below-mentioned criteria:
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- Must have cleared the HSC exam of Kerala or equivalent from a recognised board
- Must have secured a minimum 50% marks in Mathematics, as well as 50% aggregate in Physics and Chemistry
However, candidates who have passed the Higher Secondary Examination, Kerala, or Examinations recognized as equivalent thereto, with 45% aggregate in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together are eligible for admission under Management Quota in Private Self Financing Engineering Colleges/Government Controlled Self Financing Engineering Colleges.
- In case, a candidate has not studied Chemistry, the marks obtained in Computer Science shall be considered
- In case, the candidate has not studied Chemistry and Computer Science, the marks obtained in Biotechnology shall be considered
- In case, the candidate has not studied Chemistry, Computer Science and Biotechnology, the marks obtained in Biology shall be considered
The marks as shown in the mark list of the qualifying examination obtained from the respective Higher Secondary Board shall be considered for determining academic eligibility
- Qualification for BTech (DSc & Tech): Candidates are eligible to apply under this category if they have:
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- Passed HSC exam of Kerala or its equivalent with 50% marks in Mathematics or Biology
- Secured an aggregate of 50% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology
Such candidates will need to pursue a make-up course in Basic Mathematics (2+0) credits or Applied Biology (1+1) credits as the case may be.
Relaxation in marks
- Candidates belonging to socially and economically backward classes get a relaxation of 5% in minimum marks obtained in the qualifying examination requirement
- They only need 45% marks in Mathematics/ Biology and 45% aggregate in Mathematics/ Biology, Physics and Chemistry put together
Nationality Criteria
Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply for KEAM 2024. Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)/Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Card Holders shall be treated at par with Indian citizens for the purpose of admission. However, PIO/OCI candidates will not be eligible to claim any relaxation meant for reserved category candidates.
Indian citizens will further be classified as Keralites and Non-Keralites.
Q: Â Can a student outside Kerala opt for KEAM?
Q: Â Normally, NEET (UG) is conducted for MBBS/BDS Courses. I wish to apply for the Agricultural course in Kerala. Shall I appear for NEET (UG)?
Q: Â What education qualification is required to apply for KEAM?
The educational qualification for KEAM will be different for various engineering programmes offered. However, the minimum eligibility criteria is that a candidate should have passed Class 12 with Science subjects. Qualification for engineering courses: Candidates are eligible to apply for programmes such as B.Tech (Ag. Engineering. ). And B.Tech (Food engineering. ). And B.Tech (Dairy Science & Technology) if they fulfil the below-mentioned criteria: Must have cleared the HSC exam of Kerala or equivalent from a recognised board. Must have secured a minimum 50% marks in Mathematics, as well as 50% aggregate in Physics and Chemistry. However, candidates who have passed Higher Secondary Examination, Kerala, or Examinations recognised as equivalent thereto, with 45% aggregate in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together are eligible for admission under Management Quota in Private Self Financing Engineering Colleges/Government Controlled Self Financing Engineering Colleges. In case, a candidate has not studied Chemistry. The marks obtained in Computer Science shall be considered. In case, the candidate has not studied Chemistry and Computer Science, the marks obtained in Biotechnology shall be considered In case, the candidate has not studied Chemistry. Computer Science and Biotechnology, the marks obtained in Biology shall be considered The marks as shown in the mark list of the qualifying examination obtained from the respective Higher Secondary Board shall be considered for determining academic eligibility. Qualification for B.Tech (DSc & Tech): Candidates are eligible to apply under this category if they have: Passed HSC exam of Kerala or its equivalent with 50% marks in Mathematics or Biology. Secured an aggregate of 50% in Physics Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology. Such candidates will need to pursue a make-up course in Basic Mathematics (2+0) credits or Applied Biology (1+1) credit as the case may be.
Q: Â What is the age limit to appear for KEAM for engineering?
Candidates who are willing to apply for KEAM should have completed 17 years of age as of December 31, 2023. Only those candidates are eligible to appear for the entrance exam who have completed 17 years of age as on December 31, 2024. Candidates shall not be awarded any relaxation in the minimum age requirement. There is no upper age limit to apply for KEAM. Out of the total seats available for admission in various courses through this entrance exam, some seats will be reserved for different categories.
KEAM 2024 Registration
CEE Kerala releases the KEAM application form 2024 in online mode. The KEAM 2024 application form can be filled out and submitted within the given timelines. However, the window to upload the candidate's photograph, signature, personal details and payment of the application fee will be available after registration. Below are the simple steps that the candidates should follow when applying for KEAM registration 2024. Candidates should complete all the steps for filling KEAM application form before the last date of application submission.Â
Registration:Â In this step, candidates have to register online on the official website of CEE Kerala - cee.kerala.gov.in. Candidates have to provide the basic details and create an application number and password to login at various stages of admission.
Filling KEAM application form:Â Candidates have to provide their personal, educational, income, and reservation details in the application.
Uploading of images:Â Next, they have to upload scanned images of photographs and signatures with the given dimensions. Photograph, signature and left thumb impression should be 150 pixels and 100 pixels in height with 10-30 kb.
Paying the application fee:Â The application fee for all candidates will be as follows:
Course(s) opted | General | SC | ST |
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(a) Engineering only/ BPharm only/both | INR 700 | INR 300 | Nil |
(b) Architecture only/Medical & Allied only/both | INR 500 | INR 200 | Nil |
Both (a) and (b) | INR 900 | INR 400 | Nil |
Note:
- ST candidates whose annual family income is below Rs 40,000 can fall under the SC/ST category.
- Candidates choosing 'Dubai' as Examination Centre will have to remit an additional fee of INR 12000 by way of online payment. The additional fee can also be remitted by way of e-challan, in the designated post offices in Kerala, if payment is made inside India. Such candidates should give a local contact number, if available, in their application in the appropriate place.Â
Taking a printout of the application form:Â After payment, candidates have to take a printout of the application form. Candidates must also note that proforma (s) should also be printed along with the application. Print out the application form should not be sent to the CEE office.
Q: Â When will the KEAM application form correction window open?
Yes, the KEAM application form correction window opens for the registered candidates only. The registered candidates can access the kEAM login and verify the details and correct the details like name, signature, photo, Nativity status, reservation status, etc. The KEAM login for application form correction opens in phases. The candidates have to keep track of the dates to be able to correct the details in the KEAM application form. CEE notifies the details of the application form correction on the official website. The candidates need to access the login and make corrections online only. There is no other way to correct the details in the submitted KEAM application form. The details needed to access KEAM login for application form correction are:
- Application number
- Password
- Access code (as shown on the screen)
Q: Â What are the steps in KEAM application process?
Q: Â What are the reasons that can lead to cancellation of KEAM application form?
Q: Â Am I eligible for KEAM? I got 37 in maths, 47 in chemistry, 49 in physics, 63 in Biology and 70.5% in class 12th.
KEAM 2024 Exam Pattern
The KEAM 2024 exam pattern is given below:
- Exam Mode: Offline (pen-paper based)
- Number of Papers: 2
- Question Paper type: Objective (MCQs), there will be 5 options against each question.
- Total number of questions per paper: 120
- Marks awarded for correct answer: 4
- Marks deducted for wrong answer: 1
- Total marks per paper: 480
- Exam duration for each paper: 2 hours 30 minutes
ake a look at the detailed KEAM exam pattern below:
Time Allotted |
Total no. of questions |
Total marks |
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Paper I: Physics and Chemistry |
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150 minutes |
120 |
480 |
Paper II: Mathematics |
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150 minutes |
120 |
480 |
Total |
240 |
960 |
Q: Â How many papers are there in KEAM?
There are 2 paper in KEAM. Paper 1 is Chemistry and Physics and the paper 2 is Maths. The weightage of the subjects in KEAM 2024 will be 5:3:2 in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. KEAM 2024 is an objective type exam with Multiple Choice Questions based on a single response. For each question, five suggested answers would be given, of which only one will be the most appropriate response. The candidate will have to select and mark the alphabet (A, B, C, D or E) corresponding to the most appropriate response in the OMR Answer Sheet.
Q: Â In what language is the KEAM question paper available?
Q: Â Is KEAM an online CBT exam or an offline pen and paper-based exam?
KEAM is an offline exam. Candidates have to attempt the exam in pen and paper mode. All entries in OMR answer sheet are to be made with blue or black ink BALL POINT PEN only. Marking with fountain pen, gel pen, sketch pen or pencil is not permitted. Use of any ink of colour other than blue or black is not permissible. The Answer part of the OMR sheet (right side) consists of ovals, known as bubbles. Each question will have five answers marked (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E). The most appropriate answer will have to be selected. Thereafter, using ballpoint pen (blue or black ink) mark the bubble corresponding to the most appropriate answer. For example if the answer to question 2 ISC bubble C has to be darkened.
Q: Â What is meant by versions in KEAM question papers?
Each KEAM question paper will have 4 versions as detailed below: Paper I Physics & Chemistry Versions - A1, A2, A3 & A4, and Paper II - Mathematics Versions - B1, B2, B3 & B4 Version means every question paper will have 4 versions. Each version of the question paper will differ from one another in some aspects like arrangement of questions, changes in data in the questions asked, etc. The question paper version will be printed on the top left margin of the facing sheet of the question paper. On receipt of the question paper the candidate should ensure that the Version Code printed in the Admit Card and in the question paper are the same.
KEAM 2024 Syllabus
The syllabus of KEAM 2024 is prescribed by CEE Kerala. The KEAM syllabus 2024 comprises all three subjects – Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics. KEAM syllabus is based on class 11 and 12 examinations. The weightage of the subjects in KEAM 2024 will be 5:3:2 in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
KEAM 2024 Syllabus for Paper 1
Paper I of KEAM 2024 will include both physics & chemistry sections.
Physics: The KEAM question paper for physics will include questions from the below-enlisted topics
S.No. |
Units |
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Unit 1: |
Introduction and Measurement |
Unit 2:Â |
Description Of Motion In One Dimension |
Unit 3: |
Description Of Motion In Two And Three Dimensions |
Unit 4:Â |
Laws Of Motion |
Unit 5: |
Work, Energy And Power |
Unit 6:Â |
Motion Of System Of Particles And Rigid Body Rotation |
Unit 7:Â |
Gravitation |
Unit 8:Â |
Mechanics of Solids And Fluids |
Unit 9: |
Heat And Thermodynamics |
Unit 10:Â |
Oscillations |
Unit 11:Â |
Waves |
Unit 12:Â |
Electrostatics |
Unit 13:Â |
Current Electricity |
Unit 14:Â |
Magnetic Effect of Current And Magnetism |
Unit 15: |
Electromagnetic Induction And Alternating Current |
Unit 16:Â |
Electromagnetic Waves |
Unit 17:Â |
Optics |
Unit 18: |
Dual Nature Of Matter And Radiations |
Unit 19: |
Atomic Nucleus |
Unit 20:Â |
Solids and Semiconductor Devices |
Unit 21:Â |
Principles Of Communications |
Chemistry: The KEAM question paper for chemistry will include questions from the below-enlisted topics
Sl.No.   |
Units |
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Unit 1: |
Basic Concepts and Atomic Structure |
Unit 2: |
Bonding And Molecular Structure |
Unit 3 |
States of Matter |
Unit 4: |
Periodic Properties of Elements And Hydrogen |
Unit 5:Â |
S-Block Elements and Principles of Metallurgy |
Unit 6:Â |
P-Block Elements |
Unit 7: |
D-Block and F-Block Elements |
Unit 8: |
Thermodynamics |
Unit 9:Â |
Chemical Equilibrium |
Unit 10:Â |
Solutions |
Unit 11:Â |
Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry |
Unit 12:Â |
Chemical Kinetics |
Unit 13: |
Surface Chemistry |
Unit 14:Â |
Coordination Compounds and Organometallics |
Unit 15: |
Basic Principles, Purification and Characterization Of Organic Compounds |
Unit 16: |
Hydrocarbons |
Unit 17:Â |
Organic Reaction Mechanism |
Unit 18: |
Stereochemistry |
Unit 19:Â |
Organic Compounds With Functional Groups Containing Halogens |
UNIT 20:Â |
Organic Compounds with Functional Groups Containing Oxygen |
Unit 21:Â |
Organic Compounds With Functional Groups Containing Nitrogen Amines |
Unit 22:Â |
Polymers and Biomolecules |
Unit 23: |
Environmental Chemistry and Chemistry In Everyday Life |
KEAM 2024 Syllabus for Paper 2
Paper 2 of KEAM 2024 will include only the maths section.
Mathematics: The KEAM question paper for mathematics will include questions from the below-enlisted topics
Sr. No. |
Units |
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Unit 1: |
Algebra |
Unit 2: |
Trigonometry |
Unit 3: |
Geometry |
Unit 4: |
Statistics |
Unit 5: |
Calculus |
Q: Â What is KEAM Syllabus?
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. The weightage of the subjects in KEAM will be 5:3:2 in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
Q: Â Do I need to cover the entire syllabus of KEAM?
Q: Â Where can I get the syllabus for KEAM?
Candidates can download the KEAM syllabus PDF form the official website of CEE. CEE is the KEAM conducting body. The syllabus of KEAM can be checked and downloaded with the KEAM prospectus. The topics to study for the KEAM exam is the entire syllabus of 10+2 Maths Physics and Chemistry. The important topics from the syllabus are as follows: Important Topics in KEAM Physics Syllabus Introduction & Measurement, Description of Motion in One Dimension, Description of Motion in Two & Three Dimension, Laws of Motion Work, Energy & Power, The Motion of System of Particles & Rigid Body Rotation, Gravitation Mechanics of Solids & Fluids, Heat & Thermodynamics Oscillations, Waves Electrostatics, Optics Solids & Semiconductor Devices, Current Electricity. Important Topics in KEAM Chemistry Syllabus Basic Concepts and Atomic Structure, Block Elements, States of Matter Bonding and Molecular Structure, Periodic Properties of Elements & Hydrogen, Basics Principles, Purification & Characterization of Organic Compounds, Hydrocarbons, Coordination Compounds & Organometallics, Important topics in KEAM Mathematics Syllabus Sets, Relation & Functions, Complex Numbers, Quadratic Equations, Linear Inequations, 3D Geometry, Differential Equations Application of Derivatives, Indefinite Integrals Lines & Family of Lines, Mathematical Logic & Boolean Algebra Trigonometric Functions & Inverse Trigonometric Functions. Note that these are the important topics only, candidates must study the complete syllabus for the entrance exam.
How to Prepare for KEAM 2024
With more than 1 lakh candidates appearing for the entrance examination, the candidates need a strategic plan to score better marks in KEAM 2024. KEAM preparation tips aim to provide proper planning on what can be done to achieve a good score.Â
The basic things are:
- Know the KEAM 2024 syllabus
- Stay updated with the KEAM exam patternÂ
- Plan a proper timetable
Some important tips:
- Start with the basics
- Make sure to study daily
- Practice with sample papers
- Revise what you have studied
- Avoid adding new topics at the last minute of preparation
- Include breaks
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Q: Â What are some preparation tips for KEAM?
With more than 1 Lacs candidates appearing for the entrance examination, the candidates need a well strategic plan to score better marks in KEAM . KEAM preparation tips aim to provide proper planning on what can be done to achieve a good score. The basic things are: Know KEAM syllabus Stay updated with the KEAM exam pattern Plan a proper timetable Some important tips: Start with the basics Make sure to study daily Practice with sample papers Revise what you have studied Avoid adding new topics at the last minute of preparation Include breaks.
Q: Â Where to find the KEAM question papers?
KEAM question papers can be downloaded from the official website cee. Kerala. AC. In. KEAM is held in offline mode and hence the candidates get the question paper in hand during the exam. Note that the KEAM question paper for Maths and Physics & Chemistry has 4 sets/version. KEAM paper 1 question paper has versions A1, A2, A3 & A4 and KEAM paper 2 question paper has versions B1, B2, B3 & B4.
Q: Â How to prepare for KEAM in 1 month?
Q: Â How to choose books for KEAM preparation?
Books for KEAM 2024
Check below the subject-wise best books for KEAM 2024 preparation:
Physics |
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Objective Physics |
Arihant Publications |
Concept of Physics Volume 1 & 2 |
HC Verma |
Fundamentals of Physics |
Halliday, Resnick and Walker |
Problems in Physics |
A.A Pinsky |
Chemistry |
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Organic Chemistry |
O.P Tandon |
Inorganic Chemistry |
O.P Tandon |
NCERT Chemistry |
Class 11 & 12 |
Organic Chemistry |
Arihant Prakashan |
Numerical Chemistry |
P. Bahadur |
Mathematics |
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Mathematics for classes 11 and 12 |
R.D Sharma |
Problems in Calculus in one variable |
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Higher Algebra |
Hall Knight |
NCERT Mathematics |
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Complete Mathematics |
MC Graw Hills |
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KEAM 2024 Selection Process
Candidates can check the selection process for KEAM 2024 below:
- Apply for KEAM 2024: All candidates have to fill KEAM application form, even if they are applying for medical, agriculture, forestry, veterinary, fisheries, architecture, and pharmacy courses
- Download admit card: The candidates who have applied for the engineering courses have to download the entrance test admit card.
- KEAM exam: Engineering aspirants have to appear in KEAM 2024 paper 1 and paper 2 exams.
- Check answer key and result: The result of the KEAM 2024 engineering entrance exam and answer keys will be displayed on the official website.
- CAP: All candidates whose names appear on the KEAM merit list have to appear for the centralised admission process (CAP) for seat allotment in the colleges.
KEAM 2024 Admit Card
The admit card of KEAM 2024 is issued to all registered candidates over the official website. To download the admit card candidates have to visit the KEAM 2024 candidate login window and enter the application number and password. It is mandatory to bring the KEAM 2024 admit card to the exam centre without which they will not be able to sit for the entrance examination.
The admit card is issued online only. By no other means, CEE is going to send the admit card to the candidates. Hence candidates have to download the admit card responsibly. The venue of the examination and timetable will be noted on the admit card. The candidates whose applications are rejected will not get any admit card and a rejection memo will be issued to them.
Note that, defects if any in the KEAM admit card, should be rectified within the dates specified in the notification pertaining to the download of admit cards.Â
KEAM 2024 Exam Time (Tentative)
- Paper 1 (Physics and Chemistry): 10 am to 12:30 pm
- Paper 2 (Maths):Â 2:30 pm to 5 pm
The schedule to be followed tomorrow is as follows:
Activity |
Paper 1 |
Paper 2 |
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Entry to the Examination Hal |
9:30 am |
2:00 pm |
Opening of the Question Booklet and Commencement of Examination |
10 am |
2:30 pm |
Last entry to the Examination Hall |
10:30 am |
3 pm |
End of exam |
12:30 pm |
5 pm |
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Q: Â What instructions are important to follow for KEAM exam?
Q: Â How to download the KEAM admit card?
To download the KEAM admit card candidates can follow the steps below: 1. Visit the official website of KEAM cee. Kerala. Gov. In. 2. Click on the KEAM candidate login page 3. Enter your application number, password and access code 4. The admit card will be displayed on the screen 5. Download and take a printout of the admit card and preserve it for future reference Candidates should make note that the admit cards will not be sent to them through the post. Also, the exam KEAM admit card will not be issued to students who have not paid their balance application fee.
Q: Â What documents are required along with KEAM admit card?
Besides the KEAM hall ticket, candidates are required to carry the following documents to the KEAM test centres: Original photo ID card such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID, PAN card, Driving License or Passport Photocopy of the ID proof Passport size photograph It is mandatory for candidates to carry their exam admit card to the allotted KEAM test centre. Candidates who fail to do so will not be allowed to enter the exam centre. Please note that KEAM admit card will be issued to candidates only if they comply with the exam eligibility norms.
Q: Â What details are mentioned in the KEAM admit card?
KEAM 2024 Exam Centre
Note that the KEAM 2024 exam will be held across the centres located in:
- Selected venues in all Districts in Kerala
- Mumbai
- New Delhi
- Dubai
No request for change in the exam centre once allotted will be entertained. The allotted exam centre will be intimated to the candidates via the KEAM 2024 hall ticket only.
KEAM 2024 Answer Key
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations publishes the answer keys PDFs of both the papers of the Engineering Entrance Examination on the website of the CEE.
Challenging the answer keys: If any candidate has any complaint regarding the KEAM 2024 answer keys, they have to submit the challenge to the CEE in writing along with supporting documents and a fee of INR 100/- per question. The submission must be via a DD in favour of CEE, payable at Thiruvananthapuram, within 5 days from the date of publication of the answer keys on the website of the CEE.Â
If the challenges are accepted, the challenge fee against the questions will be refunded. Necessary modifications will be made in the published answer keys and the marks for the deleted questions, if any, shall be distributed. The final answer key with all changes shall be uploaded on the official website and candidates can check it. Based on the final answer key, marks will be calculated for the KEAM result.
Q: Â Will CEE refund the KEAM answer key challenge fee?
Q: Â Can I challenge the final KEAM answer key?
Q: Â What details are given in the KEAM answer key?
In the KEAM answer key, candidates can check the question number and the option number of the correct answer. Candidates can check KEAM answer keys to calculate their probable scores in the exam. KEAM question paper and answers keys are made available for all sets/versions. KEAM question paper has 4 sets/versions in paper 1 and also in paper 2. Candidates can check here KEAM paper 1 answer key for versions A1, A2, A3 & A4 and KEAM paper 2 answer key for versions B1, B2, B3 & B4.
Q: Â How to Challenge KEAM Answer Key?
KEAM 2024 Result
KEAM 2024 result is published as rank lists. Rank lists are published by the CEE separately for all courses - Engineering Courses, Architecture Course, Medical and Medical Allied courses (except BAMS), BAMS Course, and BPharm Course.
KEAM 2024 rank list for engineering
The engineering rank list is prepared based on giving an equal weightage of 50:50 to the score obtained in the Entrance Examination for Engineering (Paper I & Paper II put together), and the grade/marks obtained in the final year of the qualifying examination for Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together. In case, the candidate has not studied Chemistry, the marks obtained in Computer Science shall be considered. In case, the candidate has not studied Chemistry and Computer Science, the marks obtained in Biotechnology shall be considered. In case, the candidate has not studied Chemistry, Computer Science and Biotechnology, the marks obtained in Biology shall be considered.Â
KEAM 2024 rank list for BPharm
BPharm merit list is prepared on the basis of index marks calculated as follows:
- The Chemistry score obtained from Paper I of the Kerala Engineering Entrance Examination will be multiplied by 2.25 and added to the Physics score obtained from Paper I of the Kerala Engineering Entrance Examination.
- The sum obtained will be multiplied by a factor of 2/3 to calculate the index mark for ranking the candidates for the BPharm course. The maximum index score will be 480.Â
Rank List for MBBS/BDS/BHMS/BSMS/BUMS/Ayurveda Courses
The rank list is prepared on the basis of rank obtained in NEET-UG 2024 subject to the Nativity conditions.
Rank List for Architecture
The rank list shall be prepared by giving equal weightage to the score obtained in the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) and to the marks/grades obtained in the Qualifying Examination by the candidate (As per guidelines of the Council of Architecture, India).
Q: Â How is the KEAM engineering rank list prepared?
Q: Â How is the KEAM result announced?
Q: Â What is the admission criteria in engineering colleges - KEAM score or KEAM rank?
Admission is made based on KEAM ranks and not the scores. The scores are used to assign ranks to the candidates. KEAM scores with 10+2 standardised scores are used in the weightage of 50:50 to assign ranks. The KEAM 2024 rank lists PDF will be published separately for Engineering, Architecture, B.Pharma MBBS / BDS / BHMS / BSMS / BUMS / Agriculture / Forestry / Veterinary / Co-operation & Banking / Climate Change & Environmental Science / B.Tech Biotechnology (under KAU) / Fisheries and B.A. MS will be published.
Q: Â How long are KEAM scores valid?
The KEAM scores and rank list will be valid till the closing date of admission as prescribed by the Hon'ble Supreme Court / Central councils / Universities concerned. After the announcement of KEAM scores, the candidates are asked to submit the 10+2 scores. CEE will give 50:50 weightage to the KEAM scores and the 10+2 marks to prepare the rank list. Once the scores are calculated, the candidates are ranked in order of merit. The KEAM rank lists PDF will be published separately for Engineering, Architecture, B.Pharma MBBS / BDS / BHMS / BSMS / BUMS / Agriculture / Forestry / Veterinary / Co-operation & Banking / Climate Change & Environmental Science / B.Tech Biotechnology (under KAU) / Fisheries and B.A. MS will be published.
KEAM 2024 Counselling
After the announcement of KEAM results, candidates whose names appear in the rank list released by CEE can participate in the KEAM counselling process. KEAM counselling process is held in three rounds along with one mop-up round. Through KEAM counselling candidates are allotted seats on the basis of their preferences and the availability of seats in a particular college and course. KEAM 2024 counselling is called the centralised admission process.
The Centralised Allotment Process will be done through the Single Window System (SWS) to give allotments to the various courses and colleges under the Engineering/ Architecture/ Pharmacy/Medical streams in the State. This is a system of ‘Allotments through Online Submission of Options’. The options are the willingness of a candidate who qualified with a rank in the rank lists of KEAM-2024 to join a course-college combination prioritised as per his/her aspiration and desire.
Seats in Government/Aided/KAU/KVASU/KUFOS/government cost-sharing/ Private Self Financing/Autonomous Colleges to be allotted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations are included in the CAP and are done as per the provisions of allotment.
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Q: Â How is the KEAM counselling process held?
Q: Â Can I rearrange options priority in KEAM CAP?
A candidate may change their KEAM option priority any number of times within the time schedule permitted. The priority of options registered and saved at the time of closing of the facility for registering options alone will be considered for processing. No candidate will be allowed to register options afresh to any stream at any stage after the stipulated time as notified by the CEE. The option list once finalized cannot be augmented after the stipulated time for registering options. But the modification of the option list will be allowed only for cancellation/deletion and for re- arrangement of priority of options at the time specified in the notification by the CEE.
Q: Â How to complete the KEAM option registration and how can the registered options be saved/revised?
All eligible options of the candidate will be displayed on the KEAM 2023 Option Registration Page. The candidate may follow the directions given therein to register the options. The data entered may be saved regularly by clicking the ‘Save’ button, so that the data already entered is not lost due to unexpected reasons. The candidate should enter only those options in which they are interested. Candidates should also note that they will be considered for allotment only to those courses and colleges opted by them. So, a candidate who has not opted for a course-college combination will not be considered for allotment for that combination. Existing options, registered by the candidate which is available in the Option Registration Page, can be cancelled by clicking on the corresponding 'Delete' button. Changes (including deletions) made in the option list must be saved (by clicking on the SAVE button) before leaving the option registration page. All the valid options registered by the candidate will be processed. If a candidate gets allotted a particular seat, based on his/her option, he/she is bound to accept it, failing which, they will lose that allotment as well as all the existing options in the stream to which the allotment belongs. The options once lost will not be available in the subsequent phases.
Q: Â What is the process of registering options in KEAM Option Registration Page?
Candidates can register KEAM option by entering the option number for a course-college combination the candidate can fix their preference numbers for the course-college combinations displayed in the Option Registration Page. Here all the eligible options of the candidate will be displayed coursewise and the candidate is expected to enter their preference number for a particular combination.
News & Updates
KEAM Exam
Student Forum
Answered a week ago
The KEAM 2024 exam is expected to be held in May and the online KEAM application form can be released in March 2024. CEE releases the exam date, time and other important dates related to KEAM offcially via public nitificatiosn on the official website. Candidates can check the details of KEAM via the
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, the KEAM application form correction window opens for the registered candidates only. The registered candidates can access the kEAM login and verify the details and correct the details like name, signature, photo, Nativity status, reservation status, etc. The KEAM login for application form cor
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
The round 3 final allotment would be done by 3rd September, 20223 and if you haven't applied still and have missed another round you should be on the lookout for another round but also apply for other colleges, as there are many other good colleges also.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
The Kerala Engineering, Architecture, and Medical (KEAM) entrance exam is primarily for admission to engineering, architecture, and medical courses in colleges and universities in Kerala. If you have qualified for KEAM but do not wish to join the allotted dental college, you typically have the optio
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
KEAM (Kerala Engineering, Architecture, Medical) is an entrance examination for admission to various professional courses in Kerala, including B.Tech.
The admission cutoffs for government engineering colleges through KEAM can vary each year based on factors such as the number of applicants and their
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 months ago
I feel that even though your rank is reasonable, it perhaps not sufficient for admission in a government college since preference of most students is government college as first choice. However to help you I am attaching a link that will predict college you. https://www.shiksha.com/b-tech/resources/
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
As of now, CEE Kerala, the conducting body has released the schedule for KEAM Counselling 2023 upto Phase 1 Seat Allotment, which is to be conducted between Jul 20 and Aug 4. The last date for online option registration is Jul 26. Candidates who are qualified for admission to BTech course must regis
Answered 2 months ago
CEE Kerala has released Phase 1 schedule for KEAM Counselling 2023 as tabulated below:Â
Events | Dates |
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Opening of the website facility for online option registration | 20 Jul '23 |
Closure of online option registration facility | 26 Jul '23 |
Provisional Allotment Publication | 28 Jul '23 |
First Phase Allotment Publication | 29 Jul '23 |
Candidate fee payment by selected candidates | 31 Jul '23 to 4 Aug '23 |
Answered 2 months ago
Your rank of 23282 in the KEAM exam is good, but it is not high enough to get admission to a top college in Kerala for computer Science engineering. However, you may be able to get admission to a good college in a tier-2 or tier-3 city.
Here are some colleges that you may be able to get admission to
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Contributor-Level 7
135 Institutes accepting KEAM
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- Total Fees: ₹ 99,225
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- Total Fees: ₹ 5.07 Lakh
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- Total Fees: ₹ 71,420
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- Total Fees: ₹ 81,650
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