Do I need to appear for both the papers of KEAM?

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.

How many questions will be there in KEAM?

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.

What is the KEAM registration 2026 last date?

KEAM 2026 registration is now over. The registered candidates will get KEAM admit card to be able to appear in the exam.

Is there any form correction window for KEAM? What are the dates for the same?

The KEAM 2026 application form correction window dates will be announced. The form correction window opens for correction in the name, photo and signature. Candidates who submit online applications for KEAM-2026 can correct their Photo, Signature and Name online at the KEAM 2026 official website by logging in using their KEAM Application Number and Password. Those candidates who have any defects in their Photo and Signature can view the defects by clicking the menu item Memo details provided on the profile page. Candidates can rectify the defects in their Photo and Signature by uploading the correct Photo/Signature. Candidates who have defects in their names can inform the matter through email as provided on the official website before the deadline.

What is the last date to download the KEAM admit card?

The KEAM admit card will be available until the day of the exam. KEAM hall ticket is made available online only at the official website for the registered candidates. To download the KEAM admit card , candidates have to enter their KEAM application number and password. KEAM admit card includes details like the candidate's name, father's name, exam date, exam time, test centre address etc. Before downloading the KEAM hall ticket , candidates are advised to crosscheck all the details mentioned on it. The admit card of KEAM is one of the most important documents without which candidates will not be able to appear in KEAM . Besides being used on exam day, KEAM admit card will be required during the exam counselling process as well.

When will the KEAM admit card release?

The KEAM 2026 admit card will be issued in April 1, 2026.

What is the mode of KEAM exam?

The KEAM exam has moved on to the online CBT mode from 2024 onwards. The Commissioner of Entrance Examinations has received approval from the government of Kerala to conduct KEAM in CBT mode. KEAM exam pattern has been changed, and KEAM 2026 will be held in computer-based test mode, and there will be one paper.

What is the duration of KEAM exam?

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.

What is the timing for KEAM exam?

KEAM 2026 exam time is from 2 pm to 5 pm. The exam will be held for 3 hours in computer based test mode.

When will KEAM 2026 exam be held?

The KEAM 2026 exam dates are as follows: KEAM Exam Date 2026 Timings April 13, 2026 Buffer Day April 16, 2026 Buffer Day April 17, 2026 2 to 5 PM April 18, 2026 2 to 5 PM April 19, 2026 2 to 5 PM April 20, 2026 2 to 5 PM April 21, 2026 2 to 5 PM April 22, 2026 2 to 5 PM April 23, 2026 2 to 5 PM April 24, 2026 Buffer Day April 25, 2026 Buffer Day

When will the final KEAM answer key release?

The KEAM 2026 final answer key release date will be announced by CEE. Candidates can submit challenges against the KEAM answer key 2026, if any, through the Candidate Portal. By selecting the applicable links 'Answer Key Challenge (Engineering), Answer Key Challenge (Pharmacy)' in the Candidate Portal, candidates can enter the details of the complaints in the answer key/question.

When will the result of KEAM exam be declared?

CEE will release KEAM 2026 normalised scores on or before May 10, 2026. CEE Kerala publishes the results on the official website. CEE Kerala also publishes the rank list of KEAM after entering class 12 marks by qualified candidates. The KEAM 2026 rank will be out on or before June 20. The KEAM result can be checked by using their application number and password. Based on KEAM scores and qualifying exam scores, the KEAM rank list is prepared. The rank lists PDF 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 separately as a PDF in the coming days. Based on the KEAM rank list, CEE will allot seats to the candidates via the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP).

KEAM 2026 Exam Date (OUT): Registration Last Date, Check Complete Schedule

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Admit Card - 1 Apr '26

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B.E. / B.Tech Pharmacy MBBS MDS LLB Integreted LLB LLM Allied Courses Nursing MD/MS

Updated on Feb 23, 2026 18:11 IST

By Mamona Majumder, Assistant Manager

KEAM 2026 Dates: CEE has released KEAM 2026 exam dates. The KEAM 2026 exam date is April 13 to 25, with April 13, 16, 24 and 25 being buffer days. KEAM 2026 registration has closed.

The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations conducts the Kerala state-level entrance exam - KEAM, for UG engineering and pharmacy admission. Under KEAM, there is a KEAM entrance test and a KEAM centralised counselling process (CAP). For the UG engineering course and pharmacy course admission, candidates have to register for KEAM, appear for the KEAM CBT test and then appear for CAP counselling for admission.

Check the complete schedule for the Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) entrance exam on the page below.

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Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Mar ' 26	KEAM 2026 last date to pay correction fee and upload class 10 certificate, date of birth & nativity proof TENTATIVE
01 Apr ' 26	KEAM 2026 admit card release
Apr ' 26	KEAM 2026 form correction for name, photo and signature TENTATIVE
13 Apr ' 26 - 25 Apr ' 26	KEAM 2026 exam date
Apr ' 26	KEAM 2026 answer key release date TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26 - May ' 26	KEAM 2026 answer key challenge window TENTATIVE
May ' 26	KEAM 2026 final answer keys and response sheet released on TENTATIVE
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