02 Sep, 2025 — KEAM counselling 2025: Pharmacy Phase 2 is currently in progress; seat allotment will be released on September 3, 2025. Read the notice here
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, has opened KEAM 2025 counselling for Engineering and Architecture on the official portal – cee.kerala.gov.in. Round 3 and Architecture Round 2 seat allotment results were published on August 9, 2025. Shortlisted candidates must pay the required fees at any Head Post Office in Kerala or complete online payment by August 12, 2025 (2 PM) and report to the allotted college by 3 PM the same day.
Overview: KEAM Counselling 2025
CEE Kerala revised the KEAM Engineering rank list on July 10, 2025. Earlier rank lists for Engineering and Pharmacy were released on July 1, 2025. Candidates can view the rank lists under the ‘Result’ tab at cee.kerala.gov.in.
Of the 76,227 candidates who qualified in KEAM Engineering, 67,505 had submitted their Plus Two marks.
CEE Kerala conducted KEAM 2025 for Engineering and Pharmacy from April 23 to April 29, 2025. The KEAM Result 2025 and scorecards were released on May 14, 2025 on the official website. Candidates can log in to the portal to check and download their results.
Based on previous years’ trends, the expected KEAM 2025 cutoffs for Engineering and Pharmacy are estimated as follows:
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Admit cards are issued only to candidates who applied for Engineering and Pharmacy; applicants for Medical and Architecture will not receive them. Candidates whose uploaded photograph or signature had defects did not receive the KEAM 2025 admit card; they can view and correct defects via the 'Memo Details' section on the official website.
Candidates can download their KEAM 2025 admit card from the official portal by logging in with their application number and password.
Admit cards for Engineering and Pharmacy applicants will be made available on the website; those who did not rectify defects in their photo, signature or 10th certificate within the stipulated time will not be issued admit cards.
“The examination centres in Bahrain and Hyderabad are cancelled due to insufficient applications. Candidates who had chosen Bahrain or Hyderabad as their first choice will be allotted centres based on their next preferences.”
The marking scheme awards four marks for each correct answer and deducts one mark for each incorrect response. The KEAM 2025 syllabus covers Plus Two-level topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and is available on the official website. Candidates are advised to practice previous years’ question papers for preparation.
Based on past trends, the most competitive cutoffs for Engineering are expected for CSE and Electronics & Communication at the College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram (CET), with closing ranks around 500–850 for top branches. Branches like Mechanical and Civil will close later, typically in the 3,200–6,000 rank range. TKM Kollam and Government College of Engineering, Kannur are expected to have moderately high cutoffs, while Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam may be relatively more accessible.
Expected KEAM 2025 cutoffs for Pharmacy courses at selected colleges: Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram (BPharm) is estimated at 8,000–10,000; Jubilee Mission Medical College, Thrissur around 12,000–15,000; Pushpagiri Medical College, Tiruvalla around 14,000–18,000; and Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur (BPharm) roughly 15,000–20,000.
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For Engineering, Mathematics is expected to be the toughest subject with 75 questions requiring thorough preparation. Physics (45 questions) will be largely conceptual with some tricky items, while Chemistry (30 questions) will be moderately challenging.
For Pharmacy, Physics (45 questions) is likely to be moderately difficult with emphasis on conceptual understanding, and Chemistry (30 questions) is expected to be mostly straightforward.
The KEAM Marks vs Rank 2025 relationship suggests that candidates scoring above 458 are likely to be in the >99 percentile with ranks between 1 and 814, making them competitive for top branches at colleges like CET Thiruvananthapuram. Scores between 294 and 458 correspond to the 95–99 percentile and ranks roughly 814–4,079. Students in the 80–90 percentile (146–221 marks) are likely to secure streams such as Mechanical and Civil, while lower scores (80–146 or less) typically lead to options in less competitive or self-financing colleges.
KEAM results are published on the CEE Kerala website — cee.kerala.gov.in. Separate merit lists are prepared for each course based on candidates’ marks. If a candidate’s name appears on any merit list they will be called for counselling. Candidates should keep a printout of their KEAM 2025 result for the centralized allotment/admission process (CAP).
After KEAM 2025 results are declared, counselling rounds will begin through the centralized allotment process (CAP). Shortlisted candidates must register online for counselling, fill their college choices in the single-window system and attend document verification. Seat allotments are processed based on merit and available seats; candidates must complete fee payment to confirm admission after allotment.
Many colleges across Kerala accept KEAM scores as part of their admission criteria.
Candidates must apply for KEAM 2025 via the official CEE Kerala website, cee.kerala.gov.in. Registration requires basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number and email address. After registration, login credentials are sent to the candidate’s mobile or email.
KEAM 2025 application fee is payable by Demand Draft in favor of CEE, Kerala, payable at Thiruvananthapuram.
NOTE: Candidates choosing Dubai as their exam city must pay an additional fee of INR 12,000 via online payment or e-challan to apply for KEAM 2025.
The authority opens an application correction window on cee.kerala.gov.in. Applicants can upload or correct their name, signature, photograph and Class 10 certificate following the portal instructions.
KEAM 2025 eligibility requires Indian candidates to be at least 17 years old for admission.
Age and nationality criteria:
KEAM eligibility — Engineering, Pharmacy, Medicine and Allied Sciences:
KEAM eligibility — B.Architecture:
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KEAM eligibility — MBBS, BDS and BSMS:
NOTE: Candidates from socio-economically backward classes get a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks required in the qualifying 12th examination. Such candidates need a minimum of 45% in Biology/Mathematics and 45% aggregate in Biology/Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics to apply for KEAM 2025. Check the detailed KEAM 2025 eligibility criteria on the official site.
The KEAM 2025 admit card is an essential document available on the CEE Kerala portal. Registered candidates can download it from the KEAM candidate login by entering their credentials. It is recommended to print the admit card and carry a printed copy to the exam centre, as entry will not be permitted without it.
The KEAM 2025 syllabus PDF is not tied exclusively to NCERT or any single textbook. Questions are designed to test fundamental 12th-grade knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics.
KEAM has traditionally been conducted in offline, pen-and-paper mode using OMR sheets. For 2025, the exam pattern may change and the authority might switch to a computer-based test.
Preparing a large syllabus for an objective exam can feel overwhelming, but with a solid plan and focused strategy candidates can score well. Below are a few preparation tips to help streamline study.
Recommended books and resources to assist KEAM 2025 preparation:
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for the BUMS course through KEAM 2025?
Ans. For BUMS via KEAM 2025, candidates should have passed 12th (Kerala HSC or equivalent) with 50% in Biology and 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Additionally, having Urdu, Arabic or Persian as a subject in class 10 is required.
Ques. How should I study for KEAM 2025?
Ans. Review the syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly, create a realistic timetable with regular breaks, practice sample papers and past question papers, and use recommended books to strengthen fundamentals. Consistent revision and timed practice tests will improve speed and accuracy.
Ques. How many questions can appear in KEAM 2025?
Ans. KEAM typically consists of two papers — Paper I (Physics & Chemistry) and Paper II (Mathematics). Each paper contains 120 questions. Each paper carries 480 marks, making the combined total 960 marks.
Ques. What is the counselling process like?
Ans. After results and merit lists are published, CEE conducts online counselling. Shortlisted candidates must register, complete document verification, submit college/course preferences and await seat allotment. Seats are allotted based on merit and availability; selected candidates must pay the admission fee to confirm their seats.
| Category | Female Candidates | Male Candidates | Transgender | Total Candidates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appeared for the Examination | 41,895 | 44,654 | 0 | 86,549 |
| Qualified in the Examination | 38,049 | 38,181 | 0 | 76,230 |
| Included in the Rank List | 33,555 | 33,950 | 0 | 67,505 |
| Category | Female Candidates | Male Candidates | Transgender Candidates | Total Candidates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appeared for the Examination | 25,257 | 8,168 | 0 | 33,425 |
| Included in the Rank List | 21,606 | 6,235 | 0 | 27,841 |
| Direct link to check KEAM Result 2025 – (Out) |
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| Engineering | Pharmacy |
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| Result highlights | Result highlights |
| Toppers list | Toppers list |
| Question Paper | Download PDF | Solution PDF |
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| KEAM 2025 Question Paper (April 29) | Download PDF | View solutions |
| KEAM 2025 Question Paper (April 28) | Download PDF | View solutions |
| KEAM 2025 Question Paper (April 27) | Download PDF | View solutions |
| KEAM 2025 Question Paper (April 26) | Download PDF | View solutions |
| KEAM 2025 Question Paper (April 25) | Download PDF | View solutions |
| KEAM 2025 Question Paper (April 24 Session 2) | Download PDF | View solutions |
| KEAM 2025 Question Paper (April 24 Session 1) | Download PDF | View solutions |
| KEAM 2025 Question Paper (April 23) | Download PDF |
| Course | Date | Time |
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| KEAM Engineering | 23.04.2025, 25.04.2025 to 28.04.2025 | 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| KEAM Pharmacy | 24.04.2025 (Session I) | 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM |
| 24.04.2025 (Session II) | 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM | |
| 29.04.2025 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM |
| Direct link to KEAM 2025 Admit Card (OUT) |
| College Name | Popular Course | Expected Closing Rank (Round 1) |
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| College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram (CET) | Computer Science Engineering | 500-600 |
| Electronics & Communication | 750-850 | |
| Mechanical Engineering | 3200-3500 | |
| Civil Engineering | 5000-6000 | |
| Industrial Engineering | 7000-8000 | |
| TKM College of Engineering, Kollam | Computer Science Engineering | 1600-1800 |
| Electronics & Communication | 2000-2200 | |
| Government College of Engineering, Kannur | Computer Science Engineering | 3000-3500 |
| Electronics & Communication | 5500-6000 | |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam | Computer Science Engineering | 1800-2100 |
| Electronics & Communication | 3800-4200 |
| College Name | Course | Expected Closing Rank |
| Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | BPharm | 8,000-10,000 |
| Jubilee Mission Medical College, Thrissur | BPharm | 12,000-15,000 |
| Pushpagiri Medical College, Tiruvalla | BPharm | 14,000-18,000 |
| Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur | BPharm | 15,000-20,000 |
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| Exam Type | Subject | Number of Questions | Expected Difficulty |
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| Engineering | Mathematics | 75 | High difficulty, challenging |
| Physics | 45 | Conceptual and straightforward, with some tricky questions | |
| Chemistry | 30 | Conceptual and mostly straightforward, with a few tricky questions | |
| Pharmacy | Physics | 45 | Moderate difficulty, conceptual with some in-depth questions |
| Chemistry | 30 | Moderate difficulty, largely straightforward |
| Percentile | Score / Marks | Ranks |
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| >99 | >458 | 1 - 814 |
| 95-99 | 294-458 | 814 - 4,079 |
| 90-95 | 221-294 | 4,080 - 8,103 |
| 80-90 | 146-221 | 8,104 - 16,225 |
| 60-80 | 80-146 | 16,226 - 32,638 |
| 50-60 | 62-80 | 32,639 - 40,509 |
| 30-50 | 33-62 | 40,510 - 56,766 |
| 0-30 | <33 | 56,767 - 81,000 |
| Course Opted | For General | For SC | For ST |
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| (a) Engineering/B.Pharm/ both | INR 875 | INR 375 | Nil |
| (b) Architecture/ Medical & Allied/ Both | INR 625 | INR 250 | Nil |
| Both (a) and (b) | INR 1125 | INR 500 | Nil |
| KEAM 2025 syllabus PDF — download |
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