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The KEAM 2026 exam centers list was published by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, on their official website. The KEAM 2026 exam for Engineering will be held from April 17 to April 22, 2026, while the exam for Pharmacy courses will be held from April 18 to April 20, 2026. Students can check their allotted KEAM 2026 exam center by downloading the admit card.
- The KEAM exam centers 2026 include selected exam venues from all districts in Kerala, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, and the UAE.
- The total number of KEAM 2026 exam centers in Kerala is 15. The KEAM 2026 exam will be conducted in all 14 districts in Kerala.
- All districts of Kerala have a selected venue each, except Idukki, which has two selected venues.
- Students who opted for the UAE (Sharjah) as their KEAM 2026 exam center are given an option for center change due to the difficulties faced due to the current conflict situation in the Middle East.
- New KEAM 2026 exam centers are arranged in the UAE (Sharjah), Kuwait, and Bahrain.
- Students must remember to bring their admit card and original ID proof to their allotted exam centers for KEAM 2026.
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Key Summary
- In the previous year, there were a total of 18 exam centers for KEAM 2025.
- Out of them, 15 centers were in Kerala, and 3 were outside Kerala.
- This year, there are a total of 22 exam centers for KEAM 2026.
- Out of them, 15 centers are in Kerala, and 7 are outside Kerala.
- Among the KEAM 2026 exam centers, 4 exam centers, Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai are in India, while 3 centers are outside India.
- The KEAM 2026 admit card is available for download from April 8, 2026.
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What are the KEAM 2026 Exam Centers?
The KEAM 2026 exam centers are the list of selected venues where the KEAM 2026 exam will be conducted.
- The exam centers of KEAM 2026 are available in all the districts of Kerala and 7 centers outside Kerala.
- The KEAM 2026 admit card will consist of the details regarding the exam center address, exam session, timing, and documents to carry to the exam hall.
KEAM 2026 Exam Centers Highlights
Here are some important highlights of the KEAM 2026 exam centers:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | KEAM 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala |
| Total Exam Centres Inside Kerala | 15 |
| Total Exam Centres Outside Kerala | 7 |
| Total Exam Centres Inside India | 19 |
| Total Exam Centres Outside India | 3 |
| Exam Date | April 17 to April 22, 2026 (for Engineering) |
| April 18 to April 20, 2026 (for Pharmacy) |
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FAQs
Ques: What are the documents needed at the KEAM exam centre gate?
Ans: The documents needed at the KEAM exam center gate are a printout of the Admit Card and a valid Original Photo ID proof.
Ques: How to download the KEAM 2026 admit card?
Ans: The admit card for KEAM 2026 is available for download at the official website from April 8, 2026.
- To download the KEAM 2026 admit card, go to the CEE Kerala official website and click on the ‘KEAM 2026 - Candidate Portal’ link.
- Log in to the portal using your application number, password, and the given access code, and then click on the Download Admit Card link.
- The exam center address for KEAM 2026 will be available on the admit card.
How to Choose KEAM 2026 Exam Centers?
Here are the steps to be followed to choose the KEAM 2026 exam centers:
- Visit the CEE Kerala official website @cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Click on the ‘KEAM 2026 - Candidate Portal’ and go to the Candidate Login page.
- Complete the KEAM 2026 registration and log in to the application form using your application number, password, and access code.
- Start filling out the required details in the KEAM 2026 application form and select the option for Exam Center.
- You can select three preferred KEAM exam centers, either inside Kerala or outside Kerala, as per your location.
- Submit the application form after paying the application fee and uploading the documents.
Note: Students can opt for a center change when the application fee correction window is opened.
List of KEAM 2026 Exam Centers
Here is the list of all the KEAM 2026 exam centers in Kerala:
| Sl. No. | Center Code | KEAM 2026 Exam Center |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALP | Alappuzha |
| 2 | TVM | Thiruvananthapuram |
| 3 | KLM | Kollam |
| 4 | PTA | Pathanamthitta |
| 5 | TDP | Thodupuzha |
| 6 | KTM | Kottayam |
| 7 | EKM | Ernakulam |
| 8 | TCR | Thrissur |
| 9 | KPN | Kattapana |
| 10 | PKD | Palakkad |
| 11 | MLP | Malappuram |
| 12 | KKD | Kozhikode |
| 13 | KNR | Kannur |
| 14 | KSD | Kasaragod |
| 15 | WYD | Wayanad |
KEAM 2026 Exam Centers: Outside Kerala
There are seven available exam centers outside Kerala for KEAM 2026:
| Sl. No. | State/ UT/ Region | KEAM 2026 Exam Center City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maharashtra | Mumbai |
| 2 | Delhi | New Delhi |
| 3 | Karnataka | Bengaluru |
| 4 | Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| 5 | Outside India (International) | Sharjah |
| 6 | Kuwait | |
| 7 | Bahrain |
Previously Listed KEAM 2026 Exam Centers (Outside Kerala)
Given below are the exam centers that were previously listed for the KEAM 2026 exam outside Kerala:
| Sl. No. | Center Code | KEAM 2026 Exam Center |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MUM | Mumbai |
| 2 | DLH | New Delhi |
| 3 | DUB | Dubai |
Newly Added KEAM 2026 Exam Centers
Given are the newly listed KEAM 2026 exam centers under consideration for outside Kerala:
| Sl. No. | Newly Considered KEAM 2026 Exam Centers |
|---|---|
| 4 | Bengaluru |
| 5 | Chennai |
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KEAM 2026 Exam Centers in Gulf Countries
Due to rising conflict in the Middle East, students in the Gulf countries who had selected the UAE (Sharjah) as their KEAM 2026 exam center have difficulties appearing for the exam. The KEAM 2026 authorities have now arranged two additional centers for students from Gulf countries, along with a center in Sharjah.
| Sl. No. | KEAM 2026 Exam Centers in Gulf Countries |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sharjah |
| 2 | Kuwait |
| 3 | Bahrain |
Note: The last date to change the KEAM 2026 exam center inside Kerala or outside Kerala was from April 4 to April 7, 2026, till 1.00 PM.
FAQs
Ques: Can NRI students choose the KEAM 2026 exam centre abroad?
Ans: Yes, NRI students can choose the KEAM 2026 exam center abroad. There are three exam centres in Sharjah, Kuwait, and Bahrain, available abroad. A special opportunity to change exam centres was provided from April 4 to April 7, 2026, for students from Gulf countries due to the current conflict in the Middle East.
Ques: Can I change the KEAM 2026 exam centre after the admit card release?
Ans: No, you cannot change the KEAM 2026 exam center after the admit card is released. The admit card for KEAM 2026 was released on April 8, 2026.
How to Check the Allotted Exam Center for KEAM 2026?
To check the KEAM 2026 allotted exam center, candidates must follow the steps given below:
- Visit the CEE Kerala official website @cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Click on the ‘KEAM 2026 - Candidate Portal’ and go to the Candidate Login page.
- Log in to the application form using your application number, password, and access code.
- Click on the Admit Card link to download it.
- Your KEAM 2026 admit card will appear on the screen. It will contain your KEAM 2026 exam center details, such as exam date, exam center address, session, shift time, reporting time, and instructions.
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Items Allowed at KEAM 2026 Exam Centers
Here is the list of items allowed at KEAM 2026 exam centers:
- Printed Copy of the Admit Card
- Original Photo ID Proof as per the Admit Card (School Identity Card/ PAN Card/Driving License/ Voter ID/ Aadhar Card/ E-Aadhar/Passport/Ration Card /Class 12 Hall Ticket or Admit Card/Bank Passbook (all with Photograph)
- Transparent Blue/ Black Ball-Point Pen
- Transparent Water Bottle
FAQs
Ques. Which are the KEAM 2026 exam centres outside Kerala?
Ans. The KEAM 2026 exam centers available outside Kerala are Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Sharjah, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
Ques. What if exam centre details are missing in the KEAM 2026 hall ticket?
Ans. If the exam center details are missing in the KEAM 2026 hall ticket, it must be due to defects in the uploaded photograph, signature, fee payment, or documents. The pending application defects must be corrected before 4.00 PM on April 15, 2026, to get your exam venue address for KEAM 2026.
Ques. How many exam center preferences can be filled for KEAM 2026 during the application process?
Ans. Students can select up to three preferences inside or outside Kerala as KEAM 2026 exam centers during the application.
Ques. Can I get my first preference as the KEAM exam centre 2026?
Ans. There is a high chance for the students to get their first preference as the KEAM 2026 exam center, but it is not fully guaranteed. There will be chances of students not getting their first preference for the KEAM 2026 exam center in case of limited seat availability and a high number of students opting for a selected venue as their first preference.
Ques. What items are banned inside the KEAM exam centre 2026?
Ans. The items banned inside KEAM exam center 2026 are stationary (pencil, eraser, papers, books, notes, log tables, pencil box, slide rules, correction fluid, etc.), electronic devices/ gadgets (calculator, digital watches, camera pen etc.), communication devices (mobile phone, bluetooth, ear phone etc.) or any other
materials or information that are exam related.
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