Which are the recommended browsers for applying for KEAM online?

Candidates are recommended to use the latest version of Mozilla Firefox to apply for KEAM exam.

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.

During the time of filling up of KEAM application, it shows Session Time Out and the filled information has been lost. How to avoid this?

To avoid session time-out in KEAM registration, make sure to stay active on the application page. In case you can not stay active, then re-login.

What is the age limit to appear for KEAM for engineering?

Candidates should be at least 17 years of age as of December 31 in the current year of admission. There is no upper age limit to apply for KEAM.

I have uploaded a photograph that does not have my name and date of photo mentioned on it. Will my KEAM form be rejected?

No, it will not be rejected. The photograph does not require bearing name and date of photo taken. Also, if they appear at the bottom of photograph, they will be also accepted. Thus candidates can upload either type of photograph.

What is KEAM application fee?

The application fee for KEAM is as follows: Engineering only/ B.Pharma only/both: General: INR 875 and SC: INR 375. Architecture only/Medical & Allied only/both: General: INR 625 and SC: INR 250. Both the streams: General: INR 1125 and SC: INR 500.

What are the reasons that can lead to cancellation of KEAM application form?

The followings are some of the reasons that may lead to the rejection of your KEAM Application. If the uploaded Photograph does not adhere to the specification given in the menu How to Upload? If Applicants uploaded Signature is NOT clear or/and not genuine. If authentic proof for Nativity and Date of Birth and Class X Certificate are NOT uploaded in the application portal. If the required Application Fee meant for each category (General or SC) is NOT paid through the proper channel.

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 clear the HSC exam of Kerala or equivalent from a recognised board. Must have secured a minimum 50% marks in the subject of 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 the subject of 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.

Is there any concession in KEAM application fee for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) candidates?

No. In KEAM application fee payment, SEBC candidate will be treated as General. Thus no concession is available or them in KEAM application fee payment.

What are the procedures to claim SC/ST communal reservation in KEAM application process?

Candidates claiming reservation under Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes quota should upload caste/community certificate from the Tahsildar concerned before the last date of KEAM application form submission.

Is it compulsory to do all the steps mentioned for KEAM application form in a single sitting?

No need to complete all the procedures of the KEAM application form in a single step. You can do each step in different time. But you should use the 'Save' button frequently to save the entered data and logout from the portal each time should be ensured.

During the time of filling up of KEAM application, it shows Session Time Out and the filled information gets lost. How to avoid this?

If you stay inactive for a very long time on the application page of KEAM after logging in, it will show session time out. For this candidates have to login again.

When do I need to register for KEAM, if I want to apply for admission with NEET score?

Candidates who wish to apply with NEET scores have to apply for KEAM when the KEAM registration starts. All candidates who wish to participate in KEAM (entrance exam and/or the counselling process) have to complete the KEAM registration before the application form submission deadline.

KEAM Registration 2027: Date, How to Apply at cee.kerala.gov.in

Updated on Oct 15, 2026 17:00 IST

By Mamona Majumder, Deputy Manager

KEAM 2027 Application Form: CEE is expected to start the KEAM 2027 registrations in January 2027. Eligible candidates will be able to apply online at cee.kerala.gov.in. The application process involves registration, form filling, fee payment, and document uploads. Only registered candidates receive the admit card to appear in the KEAM 2027 exam.

The candidates passing 10+2 exam with Physics & Maths as compulsory subjects and Chemistry as one of the optional subjects, with 45% marks in aggregate, can apply for KEAM. For details on the KEAM 2027 application process, fees, and required documents, read below.

Table of contents

KEAM Registration 2027 Link
KEAM 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule
KEAM 2027 Application Fee
Documents Needed for KEAM 2027 Registration
Specifications of Documents for KEAM Application Form 2027
Steps to Fill KEAM Application Form 2027
Important Instructions to Fill KEAM Application Form 2027
KEAM 2027 Application Form Correction
KEAM 2027 Application Form FAQs

KEAM Registration 2027 Link

The direct official link for the KEAM 2027 application form will be available below:

KEAM registration link	Will be available here
KEAM 2027 login for registered candidates	Will be available here

After the KEAM registration is done, candidates have to keep their KEAM 2027 candidate login details safe for all future logins.

KEAM 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of KEAM 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Jan ' 27 - Feb ' 27	KEAM 2027 registration TENTATIVE
Feb ' 27	KEAM 2027 last date to upload all other relevant documents TENTATIVE
Mar ' 27	KEAM 2027 form correction for name, photo and class 10 certificate TENTATIVE
Apr ' 27	KEAM 2027 admit card release TENTATIVE
Apr ' 27	KEAM 2027 exam date TENTATIVE

KEAM 2027 Application Fee

The application fee for KEAM 2027 is given below, based on the previous year.

Course(s) opted	General	SC	ST
Engineering only	INR 925	INR 400	Nil
BPharm	INR 925	INR 400	Nil

Note:

Candidates selecting 'Dubai' as their Examination Centre will need to pay an extra fee of INR 16,000 through online payment. These candidates should provide a local contact number, if possible, in the designated section of their application.

Payment Mode:

Online Payment: Using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net banking.

How to pay KEAM application fee

Documents Needed for KEAM 2027 Registration

Pre-requisites for KEAM 2027 Registration: Before you apply for KEAM, keep the following details ready:

Prerquisites	Details
Computer System	The computer system used for applying online should have the following facilities: Internet Browser PDF Reader
KEAM prospectus	Download and read the prospectus of KEAM before applying.
Mobile Number & Email ID	Candidates should provide their own mobile number or parent’s mobile number at the time of online registration.
JPEG format of Photograph and Signature	Candidates need to scan and upload images as per the specifications
PDF format of Certificates	Class X Certificate Proof for Nativity Proof for Date of Birth

Pre-requisites to apply for KEAM 2027

Before the candidates start applying for KEAM 2027, they must keep the following information and documents ready:

Valid e-mail ID and mobile number
Birth Certificate
Proof for Nativity
Proof of Date of Birth
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate/Community Certificate
Certificate for Special Reservation claim
Scanned image of photo and signature
Income Certificate
Other Certificates – Candidates having other claims, such as NRI, Minority, etc., can upload the required certificates through the portal
Payment details: Net banking / Debit / Credit card details.

‼️ To avail of category/reservation benefits, fee concession, etc. in KEAM 2027, the eligible candidates should upload relevant certificates along with the Online application form. For this, the candidates should obtain the following Certificates from the Revenue authorities concerned. Read Notice by CEE

Specifications of Documents for KEAM Application Form 2027

After filling in all the details in the KEAM 2027 form, candidates will have to upload their recent passport-size photograph, signature, and documents in the given specifications:

Document	Format and Size	Remarks
Candidate's Photograph	150 px X 200 px 15 kb to 100 kb	Mandatory for all candidates
Candidate’s Signature	150 px X 100 px 4 kb to 100 kb	Mandatory for all candidates
Class X Certificate	PDF	Mandatory for all candidates
Proof for Nativity	PDF	Mandatory for all candidates
Proof of Date of Birth	PDF	Mandatory for all candidates
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate/Community Certificate/EWS Certificate	PDF	For any claim for communal reservation of SEBC/OEC
Certificate for Special Reservation claim	PDF	For claiming Special Reservation
Income Certificate	PDF	For any fee concession based on annual income
Other Certificates	PDF	For candidates having other claims, such as NRI, Minority, etc.

How to upload documents in KEAM application form

Steps to Fill KEAM Application Form 2027

DeskCalendar Registration: Jan ' 27 - Feb ' 27

To know how to fill the KEAM application form, go through the steps below:

KEAM Registration 2027

The KEAM 2027 application form is made available online on the official website of KEAM at cee.kerala.gov.in. During KEAM registration, candidates have to enter the following details:

Candidate Name
Date of birth
Mobile Phone Number
Email address
Set a password

KEAM password should have:

minimum length of 8 characters
minimum of one alphabet character [a-z or A-Z]
minimum of one number (0-9)
minimum of one symbol [! @ # $ % ^ & * ]

After successful registration, candidates get a system-generated KEAM application number. Write down the Application number and remember the password for future to view results of examinations, exercise option registration, get allotment memos etc.

Filling details in KEAM application form

Candidates can apply and submit the KEAM application form 2027 online for all courses. Candidates need to fill in all the information asked in the KEAM application form, such as:

Course Details
- Select Course
- Examination Centre for Engineering/Pharmacy Courses
Basic Details
- Gender
- Nationality
- Nativity
- Aadhaar Number
- Details of Father, Mother and Guardian of Applicant
- Permanent Address
- Communication Address
Academic Details
- Qualifying Examination
- Whether Passed or Appearing the Qualifying Examination
- Board of Study in Plus Two or Equivalent
- Studied Sanskrit at Plus Two level
- Have you applied for KEAM previous years?
- Communal Reservation
- Community Claim for Eligible Reservation
- Community of Father
- Community of Mother
- Child of an inter-caste married couple of whom one is SC / ST
Other Reservation Details
- Claim in reservation for Person with Disabilities (PD)
- Claim for Minority Quota (Christian/Muslim)
- Claim for NRI Quota for MBBS/BDS courses
- For NRI claim, mention the applicant's relationship with the sponsor
Income Details

Payment of the KEAM application fee

KEAM application fee can be paid online through Internet banking account, Credit card or a Debit card.

Uploading of images and certificates

After filling in all the details in the application form for KEAM 2027, candidates will have to upload their recent passport-size photograph and signature.

Take a printout of the KEAM application

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; it should not be sent to the CEE office.

How to fill KEAM 2027 application form

Important Instructions to Fill KEAM Application Form 2027

Check important instructions regarding the KEAM application form below:

Check KEAM eligibility before fill the application form.
Documents received by post/by hand/email will not be considered under any circumstances.
Candidates must fill out the form and correct any details in the form via their KEAM candidate portal only.
The KEAM 2027 form correction must be completed within the stipulated time frame.
While submitting the form, make sure the details are correct and valid.

While filling the KEAM application form 2027, candidates can face the following difficulties:

Error in document upload: Check the instructions carefully before uploading any documents in the form.
Payment failure: The application fee payment is very common. Do not worry if the fee is submitted but the form is not submitted; you will get a refund.
Website issues: If the KEAM website shows a timeout error, then wait for a few hours and try applying again. Keep saving the form details after a few steps. This will save your progress, and you will not lose any data.

KEAM 2027 Application Form Correction

KEAM 2027 application correction window will be available as an online facility. Registered candidates will be able to access the KEAM 2027 correction facility to edit or correct details submitted in the form. The login details will be their application number and password. Through the portal, candidates can modify their name, photo and signature.

Once logged in, they will have to click on 'Memo Details' to view specific issues in the uploaded images. A compliant photo or signature has to be then uploaded directly. For modification or correction in name, candidates will have email the details to ceekinfo.cee[at]kerala.gov.in before the final date.

Steps to make corrections in KEAM 2027 application form

Candidates can follow steps given below for KEAM application correction window 2027.

Go to official website.
Click on 'KEAM 2027 Online Application'.

Candidates will have to go to KEAM candidate login and enter their applicatoin number and password and the given captcha code.
The required changes have to be made and submitted.
A print out has to be taken.

The following are the details that can be changed during the KEAM application correction process-

There are only a few fields in the KEAM application form which can be edited. No changes can be made in the fields of KEAM exam centres and courses.

Mobile number
Email address
Scanned images of photograph, signature, and thumb impression
Date of birth
Aadhaar number
Other details indicated by the exam conducting authority

KEAM 2027 Registration Status and Reasons for Form Rejection

To check your KEAM 2027 application status on the CEE portal, look for green signals (completed) or red signals (pending) across these stages:

Registration: Status of online profile creation.
Upload Images: Photo, signature, and thumb impression upload status.
Application Fill Up: Final submission confirmation.
Pay Application Fee: Payment receipt confirmation by CEE.
Print Application: Whether the printout was generated.
Received by CEE: Application taken up for official scrutiny.

Reasons for Rejection:

Submitting a substandard or invalid photograph.
Uploading an unclear or unauthentic signature.
Missing valid proof of Nativity, Date of Birth, or Class 10 certificate.
Non-payment of the required category-specific application fee.

Common Reasons for Rejection of KEAM Application

KEAM 2027 Application Form FAQs

Know some important FAQs related to the KEAM application process 2027 below:

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Q: I belong to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC). How can I claim for the communal reservation in KEAM application form?

For getting SEBC reservation, along with the KEAM application, the candidate has to upload Non Creamy Layer Certificate obtained from the competent authority of Kerala. The certificate must be for educational purpose.

Q: I have made a mistake while entering income in my KEAM application form. How should I correct it?

Candidates who have submitted online applications for KEAM can correct their Photo, Signature and Name online at KEAM 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 Name can inform the matter through e-mail before the deadline. To correct defects in the form Visit the official website of KEAM and Click on 'KEAM - Online Application'. Go to KEAM candidate login, and enter the application number, password, and captcha code. Now make the changes wherever necessary and submit the changes. Take a printout of the application form after correction.

Q: Is there any upper age limit in KEAM?

No. There is no upper age limit in KEAM for Engineering, Architecture B.Pharm, BAMS, BSMS, BHMS and BUMS Courses.

Q: When will the KEAM application form 2027 release?

The KEAM 2027 application form will be released in January 2027 on the official website of KEAM - cee.kerala.gov.in.

Q: How can I know whether the KEAM application has accepted by the CEE?

All status regarding the KEAM application is made available in the website of Commissioner for Entrance Examinations. Candidates are advised to visit cee.kerala.gov.in regularly for the latest updates. If the KEAM application form is not ccepted by CEE, candidates can chck the same under their respective logins on the KEAM candidates portal.

Q: I belong to General category. Is it required to submit Income certificate with the KEAM application form?

It is better to submit income certificate by all candidates except SC/ST. Those candidate (including General Category) who wish to avail the benefits such as fee concession/scholarships that may be notified by the Government or college authorities subsequently, based on annual family income, should furnish the Income Certificate along with the KEAM application itself. No further chance will be allowed to submit Income Certificate.

Q: How do I solve the problem that some unexpected data being shown in my online KEAM application? How to solve this?

If you are not using Firefox, shift the browser to it. Most of the time, KEAM registration problem may be solved by clearing the cache of the browser. For clearing the cache, press Ctrl+Shift+Delete keys from the browser and follow instructions therein.

Q: Can I change the Course opted after final submission of KEAM application form?

No. Courses cannot be changed after the final submission of the KEAM application form.

Q: I have registered for KEAM with my mobile number. Can I use the same mobile number to register for another KEAM application?

No. More than one KEAM application cannot be registered with a single mobile number. Candidates must note that, submission of more than one KEAM application form will lead to rejection of the application entirely and no fee will be refunded. Hence candidates must take care of the fact that only one application is being submitted under their credentials.

Q: What are the steps in KEAM application process?

The process of apply for KEAM is given below:

Registration
Filling KEAM application form
Uploading of images
Paying the application fee
Taking a printout of the application form

Q: Is it compulsory to have an Email ID and Mobile number to apply for KEAM?

Yes. Important messages and information regarding KEAM will be sent to the provided email id and mobile number. So Email-ID and mobile number are mandatory for all candidates.

Q: I forgot to note down my KEAM application number during the candidate registration process, how to get it back?

candidates can get back their KEAM 2025 application number by ssing the menu 'Forgot Application Number' in KEAM candidate portal home page.

Name, Date of Birth and KEAM registered mobile number should be provided for getting the application number. Also, application number is uaually sent to the registered mobile while completing the KEAM Registration step.

Q: How many KEAM forms should I submit if I wish to appear for Engineering as well as Medical and Architecture courses?

One candidate need submit only one KEAM application. The candidate can select Engineering, Architecture, Medical & Allied, whichever course they wish to opt, in that one KEAM application itself. If you send more than one application, all the applications are likely to be rejected.

Q: Can I rectify defects in my online KEAM application after submission?

Yes. During scrutiny of application, if there are any defects found in the application, such as photograph, signature, certificate, etc. a Memo will be made available in the KEAM application portal, the date of which will be announced through Notification. Candidate can view the Memo by signing in to the candidate portal. Candidate must rectify the defects within the stipulated time published by CEE.

Q: I wish to apply for Agricultural course in Kerala, do I need to apply for KEAM with NEET marks?

Yes, In Kerala, allotment to all medical courses including Ayurveda, Homoeo, Agricultural, Fisheries, Unani, Veterinary, Sidha etc. is based on the NEET (UG) rank. So, those candidates who wish to be considered for the allotment in Medical Courses should be qualified in NEET and are required to apply for KEAM.

Q: In which places will the KEAM entrance examination be held?

Thiruvananthapuram
Kollam
Pathanamthitta
Alappuzha
Kottayam
Ernakulam
Thodupuzha
Kattappana
Thrissur
Palakkad
Malappuram
Kozhikode
Wayanad
Kannur
Kasaragod
Mumbai
New Delhi
Dubai
Chennai
Hyderabad
Bengaluru
Bahrain

Q: I forgot to note down my KEAM application number during the Candidate registration process. How can I get the application number?

Using the menu 'Forgot Application No' in Home page, you can get your KEAM application number. Name, Date of Birth, Password and the code (captcha) should be provided for getting the application number.

Q: I am not able to upload the images (Photo and signature) in KEAM application form. What may be the reason?

Photo, Signature, and other images to be uploaded in KEAM application form should have the specified dimensions and size. The specifications are as follows:

Document

Format and Size

Candidate's Photograph

150 px X 200 px

15 kb to 100 kb

Candidate's Signature

150 px X 100 px

4 kb to 100 kb

All other certificates

PDF

Q: How long does it take to get One Time Password (OTP) during KEAM registration?

Normally, OTP will be received instantly to your mobile number registered with KEAM. Candidate is required to wait maximum 10 minutes to get OTP. If candidates do not get an OTP they can try again after a few minutes.

Q: Can a student outside Kerala opt for KEAM?

KEAM is the Kerala Engineering entrance examination for those candidates who wish to pursue UG engineering courses from the prestigious private and government colleges of Kerala. Yes, a student apply for KEAM if they satisfy the eligibility condition:

The appearing candidates should be an Indian citizen.
Person of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) are also eligible to apply but they are not entitled to claim any reservation.

The candidates who are not Kerala origin and even their parents also dont have any residence proof of Kerala, but satisfying the following candidates:

Passed their qualifying examination from Kerala and Parents are posted in Kerala and employee of defense or central government.
The candidates whose parents are serving/served Kerala Government for a period of 2 years and appearing/appeared qualifying examination from Kerala will come in this category and eligible for applying.
In case, if the candidate is not the permanent resident of Kerala but spent 5 years of his/her study in Kerala then he/she is also eligible.
Those who do not have domicile certificate of Kerala but completed/pursuing their 8th to 12th studies from Kerala are also eligible for KEAM.