The Commissioner of Entrance Examination (CEE) Kerala has officially announced the dates for the Kerala Engineering, Architecture, and Medical (KEAM) 2025 exams. As per the official schedule, the exams will be conducted from April 24 to April 28, 2025, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Students who have applied for the B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Pharma entrance exams can visit the official website, cee.kerala.gov.in, to view the detailed schedule.
The exams will be held in the afternoon session, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, with each exam lasting three hours. Additionally, the exam schedule includes four buffer days: April 22, 23, 29, and 30. These buffer days provide additional time before and after the exam period, offering flexibility for any unforeseen circumstances.
KEAM 2025 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to take the KEAM 2025 exam, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Age Requirement: Candidates must be at least 17 years old by December 31, 2025.
- Academic Qualifications: Candidates must have passed Class 12 with the relevant subject combination and the required minimum marks.
The exam is open to Indian citizens, with further classification into Keralites and Non-Keralites. Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders are also eligible but will not receive any reservations intended for specific categories.
Further details regarding the course-wise eligibility, application process, fees, and other exam-specific information will be provided by CEE Kerala at a later date. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check the official website for updates.
Exam Format and Admission Process
KEAM is held for students seeking admission to various undergraduate courses in engineering, architecture, and other fields at colleges across Kerala. The exams, which were previously conducted using OMR sheets, will now be conducted in CBT mode for the first time in 2025. After the results are announced, the counselling process will begin, guiding students through the admission process.
For KEAM 2024, the counselling process began in July, with registrations open until August 5. The first round of seat allotment was released on August 8, and similar processes are expected for KEAM 2025 following the exam results.
Candidates are advised to stay updated by checking the official website regularly for the latest information about KEAM 2025.