Recent updates include the shift to a fully computer-based test format, unified admission portal for multiple streams, and options to add courses during application for Engineering, Pharmacy, Medical, and Allied fields.

• Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens. Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) are also eligible.
• Domicile: Candidates should be natives of Kerala or have completed their qualifying examination in Kerala. Non-Keralite candidates may apply under certain categories with relaxed norms.
• Age Limit: The minimum age should be 17 years as of December 31 of the admission year. There is no upper age limit for most courses.
• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) or its equivalent from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% marks in Biology/Biotechnology and 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology put together. For reserved categories, the minimum is 40%. Mathematics may be required for certain allied courses.
• Additional Requirements: For veterinary and fisheries courses, candidates must meet norms set by respective councils. Candidates appearing in the qualifying exam can apply provisionally.

• Registration: Visit the official website cee.kerala.gov.in and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
• Filling Application Form: Provide personal, academic, and communication details as required. Candidates can add or modify course preferences during the process.
• Uploading Documents: Upload scanned images of photograph (taken within six months), signature, proof of date of birth, nativity certificate, and other necessary documents like SSLC or equivalent certificate.
• Payment of Application Fee: Pay the application fee online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or other available methods.
• Final Submission: Verify all details and submit the application form. Take a printout for future reference.

The application process typically starts in January every year.

Additional fees may apply for multiple course selections or Dubai exam center.

• Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 3 hours
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Number of Questions: 150
• Marking Scheme: +4 for each correct answer, -1 for each incorrect answer (negative marking applies)
• Exam Sessions: Conducted in multiple sessions over several days, with buffer days for scheduling.

The exam may include sections for Mathematics for engineering streams, but for agriculture and allied courses, the focus is on PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).

The syllabus is based on the Kerala Higher Secondary Education Board's 10+2 curriculum or equivalent.

• Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Waves, Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics.
• Chemistry: States of Matter, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Thermodynamics, Organic Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry.
• Biology: Diversity of Living Organisms, Structural Organization in Plants and Animals, Cell Structure and Function, Genetics and Evolution, Ecology and Environment.

Candidates should check the official prospectus for detailed topics and any updates, such as inclusion of biotechnology-related content.

• The admit card is released a few weeks before the exam on the official website.
• How to Download: Login to the official website using application number and password to download the admit card.
• Details Mentioned: Candidate's name, roll number, exam center, date, time, and instructions.
• Note: Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID (like Aadhaar card) to the exam center. Electronic devices are strictly prohibited.

• Results are typically declared within a month after the exam.
• How to Check Result: Visit the official website and enter login credentials to view and download the scorecard.
• Counselling Process: Qualified candidates participate in the Centralized Allotment Process (CAP) based on their ranks. They must register for counselling, fill in choices of courses and colleges, pay processing fees, and attend document verification sessions. Multiple rounds of allotment are conducted, including spot allotments for vacant seats.

Ranks are prepared based on entrance exam scores, and for medical/allied courses, NEET scores may be integrated.

• KEAM Admit Card
• KEAM Scorecard
• 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Certificates
• Transfer Certificate (TC)
• Conduct Certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable, for SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Nativity Certificate (proof of Kerala origin)
• Income Certificate (for fee concessions)
• Passport-sized Photographs
• Medical Fitness Certificate (for relevant courses)
• Any other relevant documents, such as Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for OBC

Reservations apply horizontally across categories.

Additional colleges under Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University and Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies also participate.

• Understand the Syllabus: Thoroughly go through the KEAM syllabus and focus on important topics from 10+2 level.
• Practice Previous Year Papers: Solving past papers helps in understanding the exam pattern and difficulty level.
• Time Management: Allocate specific time slots for each subject and adhere to the schedule.
• Mock Tests: Regularly attempt mock tests to assess preparation levels and improve speed and accuracy, especially in CBT format.
• Revision: Regular revision is crucial to retain concepts and formulas. Focus on weak areas and use online resources for practice.
• Additional Advice: Stay updated with official notifications, maintain health, and practice with computer-based mocks to get familiar with the interface.
• For more details and updates, visit the official website: cee.kerala.gov.in.