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The KEAM 2025 exam date has been released by CEE Kerala on their official website. The exam is scheduled between April 24 to 28, 2025. In case of any unforeseen reasons, they also have kept April 22, 23, 29, and 30, 2025, as the buffer days. The official notification for KEAM 2025 exam will be released soon on the official website. If you have completed your 10+2 exam in 2025, then you are eligible for the KEAM exam.
The KEAM examination will be conducted in CBT mode. The exam paper will consist of two papers- one paper for B.Tech candidates, and another paper for B.Pharm candidates. The KEAM syllabus consists of Physics, Chemistry, and Maths from class 10+2 level.
The CEE Kerala conducts the KEAM examination every year for admission to B.Tech and B.Pharm courses. After qualifying for this exam, you will proceed directly to KEAM counselling process. Some of the top colleges that accept the KEAM score are Cochin University of Science and Technology, APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, TKM College of Engineering, Hindustan College of Engineering, Federal Institute of Science & Technology, and others.
Here are some important highlights of the KEAM 2025 exam:
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | KEAM |
| Full Form | Kerala Engineering, Agricultural and Medical Entrance Exam |
| Conducted By | Office of the Commissioner of Entrance Examination (CEE) |
| KEAM 2025 Exam Level | State Level |
| KEAM Exam Frequency | Once a Year |
| KEAM 2025 Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Courses Offered through KEAM | Engineering: B.Tech Pharmacy: B.Pharm |
| KEAM 2025 Exam Fees | 1. INR 875 (B.Techonly/ B.Pharm only/both) 2. INR 625 (Architecture only/Medical & Allied only/both) 3. INR 1125 (For all courses) 4. INR 375 (B.Tech nly/ B.Pharm only/both) 5. INR 250 (Architecture only/Medical & Allied only/both) 6. INR 500 (For all courses) 7. NIL for ST candidates |
| KEAM 2025 Exam Duration | 1. For B.Tech 180 mins 2. For B.Pharm: 90 mins |
| Number of Papers | 1 Paper with 3 Sections: B.Tech Section: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics B.Pharm Section: Physics and Chemistry |
| Total No. of Questions | For B.Tech: 150 For B.Pharm: 75 |
| Official Website | cee.kerala.gov.in |
Here are some upcoming events of the KEAM 2025 exam:
| Events | KEAM 2025 Exam Dates (Tentative) |
| KEAM 2025 Registration | January 2025 – February 2025 |
| KEAM 2025 Form Correction | March 2025 |
| KEAM 2025 Last Date to Pay Fee | March 2025 |
| KEAM 2025 Practice Test Release | April 2025 |
| KEAM 2025 Admit Card | April 2025 |
| KEAM 2025 Exam Date | April 24-28, 2025 |
KEAM 2025 Exam Schedule
Check out the detailed exam schedule here:
The CEE Kerala will release the KEAM 2025 application form soon at the official website. You must have to fill out the form and submit it within the given timeline. You will be able to fill out the KEAM application form by following these steps:
The table below shows the KEAM 2025 exam application fees:
| Courses | General | SC | ST |
| (a) B.Tech only/ B.Pharm only/ Both | INR 875 | INR 375 | Nil |
| (b) Architecture only / Medical and Allied only / Both | INR 625 | INR 250 | Nil |
| Both (a) and (b) | INR 1125 | INR 500 | Nil |
Before applying for the KEAM 2025, you should check the KEAM 2025 eligibility criteria. Here are the eligibility criteria of KEAM 2025 discussed below:
| Particulars | KEAM 2025 Eligibility Criteria |
| Nationality | You must be a legal resident of India. The PIO and OCI candidates will also be considered eligible for the KEAM 2025 exam. However, these candidates will not be eligible for the reservation category. |
| Domicile | You must be one of the following categories: Keralite Non-Keralite Category I. Non-Keralite Category II. To proof your domicile, you have to provide certain documents. |
| Age Limit | You should be a minimum of 17 years old while filling out the application form. There are no maximum age limit criteria. |
| Educational Qualification | Must have completed your 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). You should have secured a minimum of 45% marks in your 10+2 examination. |
| Marks Requirement | Engineering: You must have studied Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry/Computer Science/Biology as one of the optional subjects with a minimum of 45% marks. Architecture: Should have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and achieved a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. If you score the minimum eligibility marks as per NATA eligibility 2025 will be considered for admission to B.Arch. Course. |
KEAM 2025 admit card release date is not announced yet and it will be available to all the registered candidates through the official website. You will be able to download your KEAM admit card by logging into your account. It is mandatory to bring the KEAM admit card to the exam centre without which you will not be able to sit for the entrance exam. The admit card will be issued online only and CEE will not send you any physical copy. So, make sure to download your admit card responsibility.
These are some top colleges that accept the KEAM 2025 score:
| College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram | Government Engineering College, Thrissur |
| Cochin University of School and Technology, School of Engineering | TKM College of Engineering, Kollam |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam | Amal Jyothi College of Engineering, Kanjirappally |
| Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University | Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur |
| Hindustan College of Engineering, Kollam | Marian Engineering College, Thiruvananthapuram |
| KVASU, College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Mannuthy | Saintgits College of Engineering, Kottayam |
| Al Shifa College of Pharmacy, Perinthalmanna | Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi |
| Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, Kochi | Mangalam College of Engineering Ettumanoor, Kottayam |
| APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, Thiruvananthapuram | NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad |
| Federal Institute of Science and Technology, Ernakulam | Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram |
The KEAM 2025 cutoff will be released after the exam is completed. You can check the KEAM 2024 cutoff below:
| Round | KEAM 2024 Cutoff |
| First Round | Download Link |
| Second Round | Download Link |
| Third Round | Download Link |
| Spot Round | To be Out Soon |
https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/keam-exam-cutoff (PDF Link)
Here is the KEAM 2025 Engineering exam pattern:
The table below shows the subject-wise total number of questions in KEAM engineering:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Maths | 75 | 300 |
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 30 | 120 |
| Total | 150 | 600 |
Here is the KEAM B.Pharm exam pattern:
Here is the subject-wise total number of questions in KEAM B.Pharm paper:
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
| Physics | 45 | 180 |
| Chemistry | 30 | 120 |
| Total | 75 | 300 |
Marking scheme for KEAM 2025 exam discussed below:
Here is the detailed KEAM 2025 syllabus along with some important topics discussed below:
| Subject | Topics |
| Physics | Introduction and Measurement, Description of Motion in One Dimension, Description of Motion in Two and Three Dimension, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Motion of System of Particles, Gravitation, Mechanics of Solids and Fluids, Heat and Thermodynamics, Oscillations, Waves, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effect of Current and Magnetism, Optics, etc. |
| Chemistry | Basic Concepts and Atomic Structure, State of Matter, Bonding and Molecular Structure, Periodic Properties of Elements and Hydrogen, S-Block Elements and Principles of Metallurgy, P-Block Elements, D-Block and F-Block Elements, Thermodynamics, Solutions, Chemical Equilibrium, Chemical Kinetics, etc. |
| Mathematics | Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Statistics, Calculus, etc. |
CEE Kerala will release the KEAM 2025 answer key for all days of the exam on the official website. The answer key will be available separately for all shifts of the KEAM engineering and pharmacy exam papers. They will release the answer key in PDF format and you do not need any login details to access the provisional answer key.
The KEAM 2025 result will be released on the official website of CEE Kerala. A separate merit list for each program will be released based on the marks obtained by the candidates. If your name on is merit list is present in any of the merit lists, then you will get a call for admission counselling.
Once the result is out, the counselling process will start for admission. Candidates will be shortlisted based on the marks they achieved in KEAM 2025 exam. Shortlisted candidates must have to register themselves for the counselling process and fill out their choice of colleges. During centralized allotment, you have to carry the required documents for the verification process.
The KEAM 2025 mock test will be released online through the official website. It will help you to improve your time management and score better. KEAM 2025 is a computer-based test (CBT) and you should take the mock test online to enhance your efficiency in answering maximum questions. With the mock test, you will become familiar with the exam pattern, and allow you to practice for the actual test.
Here are important tips to prepare for your upcoming KEAM 2025 exam:
Ans: Candidates are allotted seats as per their merit, preferences, category, and seat availability. Candidates have to confirm their admission by completing the document verification and paying the admission fees.
Ans: The KEAM 2025 rank list is prepared based on the marks secured in the KEAM exam and Class 12th in the ratio of 50:50, that is equal weightage is given to both.
Ans: You will be given another chance to make corrections in your KEAM application form. The correct window will open for a limited period and you have to make the correction within that timeframe.
Ans: If you forgot your KEAM password, then you can easily reset it. Under the login section, you have to select the “Forgot Password” option and provide the required details. A link will be sent through email with the instructions to reset your forgotten password.
Ans: Candidates who are not identified as Keralites can also apply for this exam if they meet the native criteria as mentioned in the official prospectus.
Ans: You can choose Dubai as your exam center for KEAM, but you have to pay an additional fee of INR 12,000.
Ans: On the day of the KEAM exam, you must carry your admit card and a valid ID proof, such as Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.
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