KEAM 2027: Expected Dates, Registration Process, and Schedules

The entrance examination and eligibility requirements vary by course. For example, engineering and pharmacy candidates follow the applicable CEE entrance examination process, while medical applicants must qualify through NEET UG. Architecture applicants must meet the relevant academic and NATA requirements.

Candidates should consult the official prospectus to confirm the courses covered and the admission procedure applicable to each programme.

KEAM 2027 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria determine whether a candidate can apply for a particular course. 

1. Academic Qualification

The required subjects and minimum marks depend on the course selected.

• Engineering: Candidates must pass the Higher Secondary examination or an equivalent qualification, with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry or an eligible alternative subject.45% in the specified subjects are prescribed for the general category, with applicable relaxations for certain categories.

• Pharmacy: Candidates should pass Class 12 or an equivalent examination with English and the prescribed Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology subjects.

• Architecture: Candidates should meet the specified Class 12 requirements, including Mathematics and the prescribed subject combination and minimum marks. Qualifying in NATA was also required.

• Medical and medical allied courses: Candidates must meet the academic and entrance examination requirements applicable to their chosen programme. NEET UG qualification is required for the courses specified in the official notification.

These requirements vary according to the course. Candidates should not assume that eligibility for one programme automatically qualifies them for another.

2. Age Limit

Applicants must complete 17 years of age by 31 December 2026. The notification also specified different upper age limit conditions depending on the course.

3. Nativity Requirements

• Non-Keralite Category I (NK I) 

• Non-Keralite Category II (NK II).

These categories affect eligibility for certain seats, reservations and fee concessions. Candidates may need to provide documents proving Kerala origin, residence, or educational background, depending on the category they claim.

Students should carefully review the applicable nativity rules and submit the prescribed supporting documents.

Documents Required for the KEAM Application

Preparing the necessary documents in advance can help students complete the application process more smoothly. Have a look at the list

• SSLC or equivalent certificate.

• Proof of date of birth.

• Nativity certificate or other accepted proof of nativity.

• Recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

• Community or Non-Creamy Layer certificates, where applicable.

• EWS certificate, where applicable.

• Income certificate for eligible concessions or benefits.

• Special reservation certificates, where applicable.

• Documents required for NRI quota claims, where applicable.

• Other eligibility certificates specified in the prospectus.

NOTE: Not every candidate needs to submit every certificate. The documents required depend on the course, nativity category, and reservation or concession claims. 

NOTE: Candidates should follow the instructions issued for KEAM 2027 rather than relying on the previous year’s list.

KEAM 2027 Application 

The application process generally involves the following steps:

1. Visit the official CEE Kerala website.

2. Register using the required personal and contact details.

3. Complete the online application form with accurate academic and personal information.

4. Upload the required documents according to the prescribed specifications.

5. Pay the applicable application fee.

6. Review the details and submit the application.

7. Save a copy of the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.