The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala is conducting the KEAM 2026 examination from April 17 to April 22, 2026 for Engineering and Pharmacy aspirants across the state. The exam is being held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in multiple shifts. Candidates appearing for the exam can check shift-wise question paper analysis, memory-based questions, unofficial answer key, and expected score updates after each shift. Engineering exams are scheduled from April 17 to April 22, while Pharmacy exams are also being conducted during the same period.
KEAM 2026 Shift Timings
As per the latest schedule, the KEAM 2026 exam is conducted in separate shifts for Engineering and Pharmacy:
- Engineering Exam: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Pharmacy Exam: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
On April 19, Shift 1 for Pharmacy started at 10 AM and Shift 2 for Engineering is scheduled from 2 PM to 5 PM. Candidates must report early for document verification and entry formalities.
KEAM April 19, 2026 Shift-Wise Paper Analysis
The April 19 Shift 1 Pharmacy exam has started and early updates suggest that students found the paper manageable with mostly NCERT-based Chemistry questions and moderate-level Physics questions. The detailed analysis will be available after the shift ends. For the April 17 Engineering exam, student reactions showed that the overall difficulty level was moderate. Mathematics was the toughest and most time-consuming section due to lengthy calculations, while Chemistry was considered the easiest section. Physics was moderate with a mix of numerical and concept-based questions.
KEAM 2026 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
The KEAM Engineering paper includes:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
Total questions: 150
The Pharmacy paper includes:
- Physics
- Chemistry
Total questions: 75
Each correct answer carries 4 marks, while 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer. Candidates should carefully calculate expected scores using the unofficial answer key after the exam.
How to Check KEAM 2026 Unofficial Answer Key?
- Visit trusted education portals after the exam
- Open the KEAM April 19 shift-wise answer key link
- Match your responses with memory-based solutions
- Count correct and incorrect answers
- Calculate your expected score using the marking scheme
The official provisional answer key will be released later by CEE Kerala on cee.kerala.gov.in after completion of the examination.
Documents Required at KEAM Exam Centre
Candidates must carry:
- KEAM 2026 Admit Card
- Original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Class 12 Admit Card, etc.)
Without a valid ID proof and a hall ticket, candidates may not be allowed to enter the exam centre.
Important Dates for KEAM 2026
The official KEAM 2026 result will be announced after the final answer key is released.
What Students Should Know?
- The exam is being conducted till April 22, 2026
- Mathematics is proving to be the toughest section for Engineering candidates
- Chemistry is mostly easy to moderate
- The official answer key will be released after exam completion
- Negative marking is applicable in KEAM 2026
Candidates should regularly check the official CEE Kerala website for the latest KEAM 2026 paper analysis, answer key, and result updates.
