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The KEAM 2026 exam will be held from April 17 to April 22, 2026. The official notification regarding the KEAM 2026 exam dates has been released by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, at @cee.kerala.gov.in. The admit card for KEAM 2026 is available for download from April 8, 2026.
- It will be conducted for 180 minutes for Engineering aspirants and 90 minutes for Pharmacy aspirants.
- The KEAM 2026 Engineering exam will be conducted from April 17 to April 22, 2026.
- The KEAM 2026 exam for Pharmacy courses will be held from April 18 to April 20, 2026.
- The results of KEAM 2026 will be declared on the CEE Kerala official website on or before May 10, 2026.
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Key Summary
- The KEAM 2026 syllabus for Engineering includes three subjects, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, while that of Pharmacy includes two subjects, Physics and Chemistry.
- The last date to upload the photograph/ signature/ Class 10 Certificate as pending application defects is till 4.00 PM on April 15, 2026.
- Students can download their KEAM 2026 admit card only after correcting their application defects.
- For Engineering, there will be a total of 150 questions in KEAM 2026 for a maximum mark of 600.
- For Pharmacy, the maximum marks in KEAM 2026 are 300 with a total of 75 questions.
What are the KEAM 2026 Exam Dates?
The KEAM 2026 exam dates refer to the exam schedule for the KEAM 2026 published by the conducting body, the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, on its official website. The exam dates and timings for the Pharmacy and Engineering courses are different.
KEAM 2026 Exam Dates Highlights
Here are the major highlights of the KEAM 2026 exam:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | KEAM 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala |
| Date of Admit Card Release | April 8, 2026 |
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| Exam Mode | Online |
| Exam Medium | English |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQs) |
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FAQs
Ques: Is KEAM 2026 conducted in multiple days?
Ans: Yes, the KEAM 2026 exam will be conducted in multiple days between April 17 and April 22, 2026.
Ques: Can my KEAM 2026 exam date change?
Ans: The KEAM 2026 exam date provided in the admit card for the candidate is final and cannot be changed.
KEAM 2026 Exam Dates: Important Dates
The table below gives the important dates for the KEAM 2026:
| KEAM 2026 Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Release of Official Notification | January 5, 2026 (Monday) |
| Start of Online Application Submission | From January 5, 2026 (Monday) |
| Last Date to Submit the Online Application | January 31, 2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Submit the Online Application. | February 6, 2026; 5:00 PM |
| Last Date to Pay the Application Fee Online | February 25, 2026; 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for the Online Submission of Supporting Documents | February 7, 2026 (Saturday) |
| Last Date to Add New Course | March 2, 2026; 11:00 AM |
| Opening of Correction Window | March 13, 2026 |
| Closing of Correction Window | March 21, 2026 |
| Starting Date to Change Exam Centers in Gulf Countries | April 4, 2026 |
| Last Date to Change Exam Centers in Gulf Countries | April 7, 2026 |
| Starting Date to Download Online Admit Card | April 8, 2026 |
| Last Date to Upload Photograph/ Signature/ Class 10 Certificate to Rectify Defects & Issue Admit Card | April 15, 2026; 4:00 PM |
| Engineering Entrance Exam Dates | April 17 to April 22, 2026 |
| Pharmacy Entrance Exam Dates | April 18 to April 20, 2026 |
| Engineering Entrance Exam Answer Key Release Date | April 2026 |
| Pharmacy Entrance Exam Answer Key Release Date | April 2026 |
| Declaration of Results for the Engineering & Pharmacy | On or before May 10, 2026 |
| Publishing of Rank Lists for Engineering & BPharm Courses | On or before June 20, 2026 |
KEAM 2026 Exam Dates: Registration Dates
Only registered candidates who have filled out the complete application form are eligible to appear for the KEAM 2026 exam. Here are the important dates regarding KEAM 2026 registration:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Release of KEAM 2026 Official Notification | January 5, 2026 (Monday) |
| Starting Date of KEAM 2026 Online Application Submission | From January 5, 2026 (Monday) |
| Last Date to Submit the KEAM 2026 Online Application | January 31, 202 |
| Last Date to Complete the KEAM 2026 Application Fee Payment Online | January 31, 2026; 5:00 PM (Saturday) |
| Extended Last Date to Submit the KEAM 2026 Online Application | February 6, 2026; 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for the Online Submission of KEAM 2026 Supporting Documents | February 7, 2026 (Saturday) |
| Last Date to Add New Course in KEAM 2026 | March 2, 2026; 11:00 AM |
| Opening Date of KEAM 2026 Correction Window | March 13, 2026 |
| Closing Date of KEAM 2026 Correction Window | March 21, 2026 |
KEAM 2026 Exam Dates: Admit Card Release
The KEAM 2026 admit card is a crucial document necessary for appearing in the exam. Here are the important dates regarding admit card release of KEAM 2026:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Starting Date to Download KEAM 2026 Admit Card | April 8, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Engineering Entrance Exam Dates | April 17 to April 22, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Pharmacy Entrance Exam Dates | April 18 to April 20, 2026 |
| Last Date to Download KEAM 2026 Admit Card | April 17, 2026 |
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KEAM 2026 Exam Dates for Engineering
Here are the KEAM 2026 important dates for Engineering aspirants:
| Events | Details |
|---|---|
| KEAM 2026 Admit Card Release Date | April 8, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Engineering Entrance Exam Starting Date | April 17, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Engineering Entrance Exam Ending Date | April 22, 2026 |
| Shift Name | Session 2 |
| KEAM 2026 Engineering Exam Timing | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours |
KEAM 2026 Time Schedule for Engineering
Given below are the exam timings for the KEAM 2026 Engineering exam:
| KEAM 2026 Events | KEAM 2026 Timings |
|---|---|
| Reporting to the Exam Center | 12:00 PM |
| Entry to the Exam Hall | 01:30 PM |
| Mock Test | 01:45 PM |
| Last Entry to the Exam Hall | 01:50 PM |
| Exam Starting Time | 02:00 PM |
| Exam Ending Time | 05:00 PM |
FAQs
Ques: What are the KEAM 2026 exam dates in different cities of India and abroad?
Ans: There are no different exam dates for KEAM 2026 in different cities of India and abroad. All the exams of KEAM 2026 for Engineering and Pharmacy in all exam venues will be held from April 17 to April 22, 2026.
Ques: What are the items allowed inside the KEAM 2026 exam hall?
Ans: The items allowed inside the KEAM 2026 exam hall are a printed copy of your admit card, an original ID card as identity proof, a blue or black ballpoint pen, and a transparent water bottle.
KEAM 2026 Exam Dates for Pharmacy
Here are the KEAM 2026 important dates for Pharmacy aspirants:
| Events | Details |
|---|---|
| KEAM 2026 Admit Card Release Date | April 8, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Pharmacy Entrance Exam Starting Date | April 18, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Pharmacy Entrance Exam Ending Date | April 20, 2026 |
| Shift Name | Session 1 |
| KEAM 2026 Pharmacy Exam Timing | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM |
| Exam Duration | 1 hour 30 minutes |
KEAM 2026 Time Schedule for Pharmacy
Given below are the exam timings for the KEAM 2026 Pharmacy exam:
| KEAM 2026 Events | KEAM 2026 Timings |
|---|---|
| Reporting to the Exam Center | 08:00 AM |
| Entry to the Exam Hall | 09:30 AM |
| Mock Test | 09:45 AM |
| Last Entry to the Exam Hall | 09:50 AM |
| Exam Starting Time | 10:00 AM |
| Exam Ending Time | 11:30 AM |
KEAM 2026 Exam Dates: Result & Counselling
The KEAM 2026 results will be published on the official website. Here are the tentative dates regarding the results of KEAM 2026:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Release Date of the KEAM 2026 Provisional Answer Key for the Engineering & Pharmacy Exam | April 2026 |
| Release Date of the Final Answer Key for the KEAM 2026 Engineering & Pharmacy Exam | April/ May 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Result Declaration for Engineering & Pharmacy | On or Before May 10, 2026 |
| Publishing of KEAM 2026 Rank Lists for Engineering & BPharm Courses | On or Before June 20, 2026 |
| KEAM 2026 Counselling | June 2026 |
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KEAM 2026 Exam Dates: Previous Year Trends
| Events | KEAM 2025 Dates | KEAM 2026 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Start Date | February 20, 2025 | January 5, 2026 |
| Registration End Date | March 12, 2025; 5:00 PM | February 6, 2026; 5:00 PM |
| Admit Card Release Date | April 13, 2025 | April 8, 2026 |
| Engineering Entrance Exam Dates | April 23 to April 29, 2025 | April 17 to April 22, 2026 |
| Pharmacy Entrance Exam Dates | April 24 and April 29, 2025 | April 18 to April 20, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | May 14, 2025 | On or before May 10, 2026 |
| Publishing of Rank List | June 10, 2025 | On or before June 20, 2026 |
FAQs
Ques. When will KEAM 2026 be conducted in Kerala?
Ans. The KEAM 2026 exams will be conducted from April 17 to April 22, 2026. The KEAM 2026 exam for Engineering aspirants will be conducted from April 17 to April 22, 2026, while that of Pharmacy aspirants will be conducted from April 18 to April 20, 2026.
Ques. Are the KEAM 2026 dates the same for all students?
Ans. No, the KEAM 2026 exam dates are different for different students. The KEAM 2026 exam is conducted in multiple shifts, with each student getting allotted a specific exam slot on their exam day and session timing.
Ques. What is the KEAM 2026 buffer days' meaning and usage?
Ans. The KEAM 2026 buffer days are April 13, 16, 24, and April 25, 2026. The buffer days in KEAM 2026 are the additional days that are reserved for exam rescheduling in case of any disruption or cancellation of the exam due to unforeseen emergencies.
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