KEAM Engineering & Pharmacy Entrance Examination (Commissioner for Entrance Examinations - CEE Kerala) 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
Kerala's flagship state-level engineering and pharmacy entrance examination conducted annually by CEE Kerala for admissions into College of Engineering Trivandrum (CET), GEC Thrissur, TKM College of Engineering, and state engineering institutions.
Examination Overview
Kerala's flagship state-level engineering and pharmacy entrance examination conducted annually by CEE Kerala for admissions into College of Engineering Trivandrum (CET), GEC Thrissur, TKM College of Engineering, and state engineering institutions.
| Exam Name | KEAM Engineering & Pharmacy Entrance Examination (Commissioner for Entrance Examinations - CEE Kerala) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE Kerala) |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://cee.kerala.gov.in ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE Kerala).
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Official KEAM Notification | Published on cee.kerala.gov.in |
| Online Application & Document Upload | Open on CEE Kerala portal |
| Admit Card Release | Downloadable from candidate portal |
| KEAM CBT Examination Date | Conducted in multiple shifts across Kerala, Delhi, Mumbai, Dubai |
| Score & Rank List Publication | Published on cee.kerala.gov.in |
| Centralized Allotment Process (CAP) | Web-based online option registration |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
{"stage1":"Computer Based Test (CBT: Single Session 150 Questions, 600 Marks, 180 Minutes). Mathematics (75 Questions, 300 Marks), Physics (45 Questions, 180 Marks), Chemistry (30 Questions, 120 Marks); 4 marks for correct answer, 1 mark deducted (-1) for incorrect answer","ranking":"50:50 weightage between KEAM Entrance Score and Class 12 Board Marks in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (Standardized)","counselling":"Centralized Allotment Process (CAP) conducted by CEE Kerala"}
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
{"min_education":"Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) examination of Kerala or equivalent with minimum 45% marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry put together (40% for SC/ST and SEBC); Indian Citizens of Kerala origin (Keralite category required for state reservation); Age: Minimum 17 years completed as on 31st December","domicile":"Keralite, Non-Keralite Category I (NK I), Non-Keralite Category II (NK II)"}
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | {"min_education":"Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) examination of Kerala or equivalent with minimum 45% marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry put together (40% for SC/ST and SEBC); Indian Citizens of Kerala origin (Keralite category required for state reservation); Age: Minimum 17 years completed as on 31st December","domicile":"Keralite, Non-Keralite Category I (NK I), Non-Keralite Category II (NK II)"} | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
{"mathematics":"Algebra, Trigonometry, Two-Dimensional Coordinate Geometry, Calculus (Differential & Integral), Vectors, Three-Dimensional Geometry, Statistics & Probability, Matrices & Determinants","physics":"Units & Measurements, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy & Power, Gravitation, Thermodynamics, Oscillations & Waves, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects, Optics, Modern Physics","chemistry":"Physical Chemistry (Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Thermodynamics, Solutions, Electrochemistry), Inorganic Chemistry (Periodic Table, p-Block, d-Block, Coordination Compounds), Organic Chemistry (Hydrocarbons, Haloalkanes, Alcohols, Carbonyl Compounds, Biomolecules)"}
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for KEAM Engineering & Pharmacy Entrance Examination (Commissioner for Entrance Examinations - CEE Kerala) based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
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