The Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, is conducting the KEAM 2026 engineering exam on 17 April 2026. The examination is scheduled to take place in a single shift from 2 PM to 5 PM. Candidates appearing for the exam are required to report at their allotted centres as per the timing mentioned on their admit cards and follow all exam day protocols.
KEAM 2026 Exam Timings and Pattern Details
The KEAM engineering exam will be conducted in computer-based mode for a total duration of 3 hours. The paper will consist of multiple-choice questions across key subjects.
- Exam Date: 17 April 2026
- Exam Timing: 2 PM to 5 PM
- Duration: 3 hours
- Total Questions: 150 MCQs
Candidates must complete the examination within the allotted time and follow all instructions displayed on the system.
KEAM 2026 Exam Day Guidelines for Candidates
CEE Kerala has issued important guidelines that candidates must strictly adhere to on the exam day. These instructions are mandatory for smooth conduct of the examination.
- Carry the KEAM 2026 admit card downloaded from cee.kerala.gov.in
- Bring a valid photo ID such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, or voter ID
- Report to the exam centre as per the reporting time mentioned on admit card
- Participate in the mock test before the actual exam begins
- Follow all instructions given by the invigilators
Candidates who fail to meet the requirements may not be allowed to appear for the examination.
KEAM 2026 Dress Code and Prohibited Items
While no strict dress code has been prescribed, candidates are advised to follow simple attire guidelines to avoid inconvenience.
- Wear simple clothes without excessive pockets
- Avoid jewellery and flashy accessories
- Do not carry electronic devices such as mobile phones, calculators, or smartwatches
- Avoid sharing stationery items with other candidates
Candidates will not be permitted to leave the examination hall before the exam concludes. Parents or guardians are also not allowed inside the exam premises.
KEAM 2026 Exam Analysis and Answer Key Updates
After the conclusion of the exam at 5 PM, detailed analysis and feedback will be made available. This will help candidates understand the overall performance trends. The analysis will include:
- Overall and subject-wise difficulty level
- Topics covered in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
- Student reactions and expert reviews
Memory-based questions, solutions, and unofficial answer keys will also be released to help candidates estimate their scores.
