The KEAM Cutoff is the minimum score required for admission to engineering, architecture, pharmacy, and medical programs in Kerala. The cutoff will be released by the office of the Commissioner of Entrance Exam (CEE) after each round of KEAM seat allotment 2025.
It is expected that the students who secure a rank under 300 can get admission to CSE at the College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram. Last year, the closing rank for CSE in KEAM reached 271.
- Those with a rank around 550 got CSE at the government Engineering College Thrissur
- A rank of 1,100 was required for TKM College of Engineering, Kollam.
- Candidates up to the rank of 2,000 achieved CSE in institutes like Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kittayam.
- For branches like Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, students with ranks between 2,000 and 8,000 secured seats in mid-tier colleges.
- Last year, Mechanical Engineering at CET closed at 3426, and Civil Engineering at 5,587.
- For B.Pharma, the cutoff rank was high; government colleges accept a rank up to 15,000-20,000, depending upon the category.
- In Architecture, admissions are based on NATA scores, top colleges require a rank under 3,000 for admissions.
KEAM Cutoff 2026 (Expected)
The KEAM 2026 cutoff will be released by the Commissioner for Entrance Examination (CEE) after each round of the allotment process. The cutoff is announced separately for each course, college, category, and the closing rank of the college.
- The cutoff rank for B.Pharma, General category can go up to 15,000-20,000, and for SC/ST up to 30,000 or more in self-financing colleges.
- In Architecture (B.Arch), admission depends on NATA score and KEAM rank. The closing rank can range around 3,000 for the General Category, and 7,000-10,000 for reserved categories.
KEAM 2026 Expected Cutoff for Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
| College | General | EWS | OBC (SEBC) | SC | ST |
| College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram (CET) | ≤ 300 | ≤ 450 | ≤ 600 | ≤ 2,500 | ≤ 5,000 |
| Government Engineering College, Thrissur | ≤ 550 | ≤ 750 | ≤ 950 | ≤ 3,000 | ≤ 5,500 |
| Govt. Model Engineering College, Kochi (MEC) | ≤ 1,000 | ≤ 1,200 | ≤ 1,500 | ≤ 3,200 | ≤ 5,800 |
| TKM College of Engineering, Kollam | ≤ 1,100 | ≤ 1,300 | ≤ 1,600 | ≤ 3,500 | ≤ 6,000 |
KEAM 2026 Expected Cutoff for Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
| College | General | EWS | OBC (SEBC) | SC | ST |
| CET, Thiruvananthapuram | ≤ 800 | ≤ 1,100 | ≤ 1,400 | ≤ 3,500 | ≤ 6,000 |
| GEC Thrissur | ≤ 1,200 | ≤ 1,500 | ≤ 1,900 | ≤ 4,000 | ≤ 6,500 |
| TKM College of Engineering | ≤ 2,000 | ≤ 2,400 | ≤ 2,800 | ≤ 4,500 | ≤ 7,000 |
| MEC, Kochi | ≤ 1,500 | ≤ 1,800 | ≤ 2,000 | ≤ 4,000 | ≤ 6,500 |
KEAM 2026 Expected Cutoff for Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)
| College | General | EWS | OBC (SEBC) | SC | ST |
| CET, Thiruvananthapuram | ≤ 1,800 | ≤ 2,200 | ≤ 2,800 | ≤ 4,500 | ≤ 7,000 |
| GEC Thrissur | ≤ 2,500 | ≤ 3,000 | ≤ 3,500 | ≤ 5,500 | ≤ 8,500 |
| TKM College of Engineering | ≤ 3,200 | ≤ 3,700 | ≤ 4,200 | ≤ 6,000 | ≤ 9,000 |
KEAM 2026 Expected Cutoff for B.Pharma
| College | General | EWS | OBC (SEBC) | SC | ST |
| Government Medical College, Kozhikode | ≤ 2,500 | ≤ 3,000 | ≤ 3,500 | ≤ 6,500 | ≤ 9,000 |
| Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | ≤ 2,800 | ≤ 3,200 | ≤ 3,800 | ≤ 6,800 | ≤ 9,500 |
| Government Medical College, Kottayam | ≤ 3,200 | ≤ 3,600 | ≤ 4,000 | ≤ 7,000 | ≤ 10,000 |
| Private Self-financing Pharmacy Colleges | ≤ 8,000 | ≤ 9,000 | ≤ 10,000 | ≤ 15,000 | ≤ 20,000 |
FAQs
FAQs
Ques. What are the cut-off marks for KEAM?
Ans. KEAM cut-offs determine eligibility and allotment for engineering/ pharmacy courses in Kerala. A score of 450+ is "safe" for top colleges, while 350-450 is moderate, 250-350 is average. Top Govt. Colleges (e.g., Thrissur) require ranks under ~10,000, while private colleges often close between 20,000-60,000+.
Ques. Is 450 a good score in KEAM?
Ans. A score of 450+ out of 600 in KEAM is considered a good score, typically placing candidates in the 5,001 to 20,000 rank range. This score provides a strong opportunity to secure seats in reputable private engineering colleges and some top government colleges in Kerala, especially when combined with decent board marks.
Ques. Is 18,000 a good rank in KEAM?
Ans. Usually, candidates with KEAM rank between 10000 to 20000 can get admission to colleges like the College of Engineering, Adoor; College of Engineering, Aranmula, Pathanamthitta; Christ College of Engineering, Irinjalakuda; College of Dairy Science & Tech., Idukki, etc.
KEAM Previous Year’s Cutoff
The CEE has released the official KEAM cutoffs from 2025 to 2022, the candidates can check the official KEAM previous year’s cutoff below.
KEAM Engineering Cutoff Ranks
KEAM Medical (MBBS, BDS) Cutoff Ranks
KEAM Medical (AYUSH) Cutoff Ranks
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KEAM Marks vs Rank (Expected)
The KEAM Marks vs Rank analysis is important for the students to understand their ranks according to their marks scored in the KEAM exam. The KEAM exam is conducted for Engineering and Pharmacy courses. The total marks for Engineering are 600, while for Pharmacy, it is 300. The KEAM Marks vs Rank for Engineering and B.Pharma is given below in detail:
Expected KEAM 2026 Marks vs Rank (Engineering)
| Marks (out of 600) | Expected Rank Range |
| 500+ | 1 – 5,000 |
| 400+ | 5,001 – 20,000 |
| 300+ | 20,001 – 50,000 |
| 250+ | Above 50,000 |
Expected KEAM 2026 Marks vs Rank (Pharmacy)
| Marks (out of 600) | Expected Rank Range |
| 450+ | 1 – 5,000 |
| 390+ | 5,001 – 15,000 |
| 280+ | 15,001 – 30,000 |
| Below 250 | Above 30,000 |
KEAM College-wise Cutoff 2026 (Expected)
The KEAM Cutoff for top colleges like CET (College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram), College of Engineering Thrissur is high for engineering students. Last year, the closing cutoff rank was 271 for CSE, and for ECE, the cutoff rank was 256 for EE.
You can check the college-wise cutoff for KEAM from the table below:
KEAM Cutoff for College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram (CET)
| Branch | Expected Closing Rank |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 350 – 400 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 600 – 700 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) | 1,100 – 1,300 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2,500 – 3,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 3,500 – 4,000 |
KEAM Cutoff for Government Engineering College, Thrissur (GEC Thrissur)
| Branch | Expected Closing Rank |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 700 – 800 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 1,200 – 1,400 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) | 2,000 – 2,300 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 4,500 – 5,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 5,500 – 6,000 |
KEAM Cutoff for TKM College of Engineering, Kollam
| Branch | Expected Closing Rank |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 1,000 – 1,200 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 1,800 – 2,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) | 3,000 – 3,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 6,000 – 6,500 |
| Civil Engineering | 7,000 – 7,500 |
KEAM Cutoff for Government Model Engineering College (MEC), Kochi
| Branch | Expected Closing Rank |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 1,200 – 1,400 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 2,500 – 2,800 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) | 3,500 – 4,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 8,000 – 9,000 |
KEAM Cutoff for MA College of Engineering, Kothamangalam
| Branch | Expected Closing Rank |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 1,500 – 1,700 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 2,800 – 3,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) | 4,000 – 4,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 9,000 – 10,000 |
KEAM Cutoff for CET Trivandrum
| Branch | Expected Closing Rank |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 350 – 400 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 600 – 700 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) | 1,100 – 1,300 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2,500 – 3,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 3,500 – 4,000 |
KEAM Cutoff 2025
The KEAM 2025 cutoff is released by the Commissioner for Entrance Examination (CEE) after each round of the allotment process. The cutoff is announced separately for each course, college, category, and the closing rank of the college.
KEAM 2025 Cutoff for Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
| Institute | General Cutoff Rank | SC Cutoff Rank | ST Cutoff Rank |
| TVE- College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram | 571 | 15188 | 19997 |
| TCR- Government Engineering College, Thrissur | 1087 | 16514 | 15092 |
| MDL- Model Engineering College, Ernakulam | 1673 | 20706 | 47022 |
| TKM- T K M College of Engineering, Kollam | 2279 | 22379 | 0 |
| MAC- Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam | 3182 | 24430 | 63785 |
| KTE- Government Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam | 4547 | 27993 | 67088 |
| KNR- Government College of Engineering, Kannur | 4742 | 32484 | 51051 |
| NSS- N S S College of Engineering, Palakkad | 4823 | 31854 | 67143 |
| PKD- Government Engineering College, Palakkad | 4926 | 34486 | 48001 |
| RET- Rajagiri School of Engineering and Technology, Ernakulam | 5741 | 49274 | 0 |
KEAM 2025 Cutoff for Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)
| Institute | General Cutoff Rank | SC Cutoff Rank | ST Cutoff Rank |
| TVE- College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram | 2153 | 17841 | 62817 |
| TCR- Government Engineering College, Thrissur | 3800 | 29844 | 66054 |
| TKM- T K M College of Engineering, Kollam | 6008 | 48031 | 61974 |
| MDL- Model Engineering College, Ernakulam | 6226 | 58852 | 0 |
| TRV- Government Engineering College Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram | 8409 | 48515 | 0 |
| MAC- Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam | 8926 | 63417 | 29421 |
| KNR- Government College of Engineering, Kannur | 9357 | 67239 | 0 |
| KTE- Government Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam | 9471 | 66664 | 61226 |
| NSS- N S S College of Engineering, Palakkad | 9618 | 62913 | 27530 |
| PKD- Government Engineering College, Palakkad | 9906 | 67041 | 0 |
KEAM 2025 Cutoff for Civil Engineering (CE)
| Institute | General Cutoff Rank | SC Cutoff Rank | ST Cutoff Rank |
| TVE- College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram | 6642 | 35949 | 66768 |
| TCR- Government Engineering College, Thrissur | 11476 | 32946 | 64574 |
| TKM- T K M College of Engineering, Kollam | 11941 | 48715 | 63399 |
| KNR- Government College of Engineering, Kannur | 14921 | 47357 | 48823 |
| TRV- Government Engineering College Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram | 15312 | 44289 | 0 |
| KKE- Government Engineering College, Kozhikkode | 16518 | 54753 | 62040 |
| MAC- Mar Athanasius College of Engineering, Kothamangalam | 16719 | 65844 | 64219 |
| NSS- N S S College of Engineering, Palakkad | 16780 | 57042 | 60625 |
| KTE- Government Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam | 17268 | 50261 | 64736 |
| PKD- Government Engineering College, Palakkad | 19181 | 52161 | 65266 |
KEAM 2025 Cutoff for Applied Electronics and Instrumentation
| Institute | General Cutoff Rank | SC Cutoff Rank |
| KKE- Government Engineering College, Kozhikkode | 15332 | 62776 |
| RET- Rajagiri School of Engineering and Technology, Ernakulam | 22139 | 64859 |
| TVE- College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram | 2237 | 34707 |
KEAM Cutoff for College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram (CET)
| Branch | General - rank | SC - rank | ST - rank |
| Civil Engineering | 6642 | 35949 | 66768 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 571 | 15188 | 19997 |
| Electrical and Electronics engineering | 2153 | 17841 | 62817 |
| Applied Electronics and Instrumentation | 2237 | 34707 | 0 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 840 | 13077 | 47926 |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | 1966 | 50182 | 0 |
| Industrial Engineering | 8619 | 58656 | 0 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2974 | 23190 | 65544 |
KEAM Cutoff for Government Engineering College, Thrissur (GEC Thrissur)
| Branch | General - rank | SC - rank | ST - rank |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1087 | 16514 | 15092 |
| Civil Engineering | 11476 | 32946 | 64574 |
| Electrical and Electronics engineering | 3800 | 29844 | 66054 |
| Cyber Physical Systems | 8955 | 60339 | 0 |
| Chemical Engineering | 8267 | 59724 | 54854 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 2042 | 17223 | 60927 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 5750 | 32290 | 63921 |
| Production Engineering | 15454 | 65996 | 0 |
What is the KEAM Passing Marks?
The KEAM passing marks are important for eligibility for rank lists, KEAM counselling, and seat allotment.
What are the KEAM passing marks?
As there are no fixed passing marks in KEAM, candidates have to meet a criterion to be considered as passing. The criteria are as follows:
- The candidates must score at least 10 marks in each paper (Paper 1: Physics & Chemistry, Paper 2: Mathematics) to be considered for the rank list.
- If you score less than 10 marks in any paper, your result will not be included in the engineering rank list. The SC/ ST candidates are exempted from this marking scheme.
- If you meet the minimum mark criteria, your Class 12 PCM marks will affect whether you are in the rank list or not.
What are the qualifying marks for the KEAM ?
The Qualifying marks for KEAM are as follows:
| Candidate Category | Minimum Marks per Paper (Expected) | Rank List Eligibility |
| General/OBC | 10 marks each in Paper I & II | Yes, if the criteria are met |
| SC/ST | No minimum required | Yes |
| PwD | Same as category criteria | Yes |
What is a KEAM Good Score?
A good score in the KEAM exam depends on your branch and category. For Engineering branches, a higher score is required for admission to courses like CSE, ECE, and EE. While for Pharmacy the score requirement is low.
What is a Good Score in KEAM 2025?
The Engineering paper in the KEAM exam carries 600 marks (Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics). An approximate good score for the top course in Engineering can range as follows:
- CSE in CET/Thrissur/MEC: 480+
- ECE in CET/Thrissur/MEC: 450+
- EEE in TKM, GEC: 420+
- Mechanical/Civil in Tier-1 Govt. Colleges: 380+
The good score for B.Pharma can range as follows:
- For top colleges: 400+
- For good self-financing colleges: 350+
- Minimum for admission: 280–300+
| Score Range (Out of 600) | What It Means |
| 500+ | Excellent – Top 5,000 rank possible |
| 450 – 499 | Eligible for top Govt. colleges (like CET) |
| 400 – 449 | Good – May get top branches in second-tier colleges |
| 300 – 399 | Average – Entry into private colleges |
| Below 300 | May struggle for core branches in reputed colleges |
What is a Safe Score in KEAM 2025?
A safe score in KEAM 2025 can range 480-520+ for CET, 420-460 for government colleges of Kerala, 400-450 for TKM/MCEC. You can check the safe score for KEAM 205 from the table below:
| College Type | Safe Score Range |
| CET Trivandrum (CSE) | 480 – 520+ |
| Govt. Colleges (ECE/EEE/ME) | 420 – 460+ |
| TKM/MEC (Top Private-Aided) | 400 – 450+ |
| Private Self-Financed (CSE) | 350 – 400+ |
| General Entry (any stream) | 300+ |
Is 300 a Good Score in KEAM?
A score of 300 in KEAM (out of 600) is considered a moderate score. This score may not guarantee admission to top government colleges or highly sought-after branches like CSE, but it still offers admission chances in:
- Private self-financing colleges for branches like ECE, Mechanical, or even CSE in later rounds.
- Government colleges for reserved categories, especially in lower-demand branches.
- It can also lead to better ranks if your Class 12 PCM marks are strong, as the final rank considers 50% KEAM + 50% board marks.
Colleges You Can Expect with 300 Marks in KEAM (Expected 2025)
| College Name | Possible Branches | Admission Type |
| Rajagiri School of Engineering, Kochi | ECE, Mechanical, Civil, possibly CSE (last rounds) | Private Self-Financing |
| Mar Athanasius College of Engg., Kothamangalam | Mechanical, EEE, Civil | Govt.-Aided (Reserved chance) |
| SCMS School of Engineering, Kochi | CSE, ECE, IT (available in later rounds) | Private Self-Financing |
| Federal Institute of Science & Tech. (FISAT) | EEE, ECE, CE (maybe CSE in later rounds) | Private Self-Financing |
| Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering | Civil, ECE, Production (reserved category) | Govt. (Reserved Categories) |
| Adi Shankara Institute, Kalady | CSE, ECE, ME, IT | Private Self-Financing |
| Christ College of Engineering, Irinjalakuda | ME, EEE, ECE | Private Self-Financing |
| Government Engineering College, Wayanad | Civil, EEE (if reserved) | Govt. (Reserved only) |
Is 200 a Good Score in KEAM?
A score of 200 out of 600 in KEAM is considered below average for students in the General category. With this score, it is dififcult to get admission in government engineering colleges for core branches.
- You may get admission in self-financing private colleges, in non-core or less in-demand branches.
- Reserved category students (SC/ST/OBC) may still get into government colleges, but in low-demand branches.
List of Colleges You Can Expect with 200 Marks in KEAM (Expected 2025)
| College Name | Possible Branches | Admission Type |
| Viswajyothi College of Engineering, Vazhakulam | Civil, EEE, Production | Private Self-Financing |
| Christ College of Engineering, Irinjalakuda | ECE, ME, Instrumentation (last rounds) | Private Self-Financing |
| Sree Narayana Gurukulam College, Kolenchery | Mechanical, Civil | Private Self-Financing |
| Mangalam College of Engineering, Kottayam | EEE, Civil, ECE | Private Self-Financing |
| MES College of Engineering, Kuttippuram | Civil, Production (Reserved only) | Govt.-Aided (Reserved) |
| Government Engineering College, Idukki | Civil, Mechanical (reserved only) | Govt. (SC/ST Categories) |
| Toc H Institute of Science & Tech, Kochi | EEE, CE (Limited availability) | Private Self-Financing |
| Ilahia College of Engineering & Tech | Mechanical, Civil | Private Self-Financing |
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