The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, is a government body established in 1983 to conduct entrance examinations and manage the allotment process for admissions to various professional undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses in Kerala. Below is a comprehensive overview of CEE Kerala, including its functions, courses offered, admission processes, recent updates, and key details, based on the latest available information.
Overview of CEE Kerala
- Full Name: Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations, Kerala
- Establishment: 1983, via Government Order GO (MS) No-31/83/HEDn
- Purpose: Conducting entrance exams and allotments for professional courses based on merit and communal reservations.
- Official Website: www.cee.kerala.gov.in
- Contact Information:
- Address: Seventh Floor, KSRTC Bus Terminal Complex, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram-695 001, Kerala
- Helpline Numbers: 0471-2332120, 0471-2338487 (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
- Email: ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in
- Mission: To conduct error-free, transparent, and time-bound entrance examinations and allotments with a focus on quality and integrity.
- Vision: To serve as a government agency ensuring transparent admission procedures through a user-friendly, online examination management system (OEMS).
Courses Covered by CEE Kerala
CEE Kerala oversees admissions to a wide range of professional UG and PG courses through entrance exams and/or the Centralized Allotment Process (CAP). The courses include:
Undergraduate (UG) Courses
- Engineering:
- B.Tech (including Agricultural Engineering, Dairy Science and Technology)
- Architecture:
- B.Arch
- Medical and Allied Courses:
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
- BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
- BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)
- BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery)
- BHMS (Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery)
- BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery)
- B.Sc. Agriculture
- B.Sc. Forestry
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc & AH)
- Bachelor of Fisheries Science (BFSc)
- Pharmacy:
- B.Pharm
- B.Pharm (Lateral Entry)
- Law:
- LLB (3-Year)
- Integrated LLB (5-Year)
- Other Courses:
- B.Tech Biotechnology
- Co-operation & Banking
- Climate Change & Environmental Science
Postgraduate (PG) Courses
- Medical:
- PG Medical (MD/MS)
- PG Dental (MDS)
- PG Ayurveda
- PG Homoeopathy
- Nursing:
- M.Sc. Nursing
- Pharmacy:
- M.Pharm
- Law:
- LLM (Master of Laws)
- Other:
- PG Diploma in Clinical Child Development
- MBA (via KMAT – Kerala Management Aptitude Test)
- MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
- M.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)
- DNB (Post MBBS & Post Diploma)
Key Entrance Examinations
- KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture and Medical):
- For admission to Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy, and Medical/Allied courses.
- Engineering exam is offline; others are online.
- KEAM 2025 Updates:
- MBBS/BDS First Phase Provisional Allotment published on August 16, 2025.
- Final Allotment published on August 18, 2025.
- Option registration for Round 1 closed on August 15, 2025.
- Exam dates: April 24–28, 2025 (tentative).
- Fresh applications for Architecture/Medical & Allied courses invited until June 23, 2025.
- KMAT (Kerala Management Aptitude Test):
- For MBA admissions (Session 1 and Session 2 for 2025).
- Other Exams:
- Three-Year LLB
- Five-Year Integrated LLB
- LLM
- PG Nursing
- PG Dental
- PG Ayurveda
- PG Homoeopathy
- M.Pharm
- B.Pharm (Lateral Entry)
- B.Sc. Nursing & Paramedical
- B.Tech (Lateral Entry)
- MCA
Centralized Allotment Process (CAP)
- Overview: A Single Window System for streamlined, merit-based admissions.
- Process:
- Candidates register online, submit options for courses/colleges, and receive allotments based on rank and preferences.
- Ensures transparency and fairness in seat allocation.
- Key Features:
- Online option registration, rearrangement, and deletion.
- Provisional and final allotment lists published online.
- Candidates must confirm allotments, pay fees, and join colleges within specified timelines.
Recent Updates for 2025
- KEAM 2025:
- MBBS/BDS Counselling:
- Round 1 registration reopened on August 9, 2025, and closed on August 15, 2025.
- Provisional allotment published on August 16, 2025; final allotment on August 18, 2025.
- Fee payment and admission: August 19–24, 2025.
- Provisional Rank List for Medical & Allied Courses released.
- NRI category final list published; document correction extended to July 26, 2025.
- Architecture/Medical & Allied Courses: Fresh applications invited until June 23, 2025.
- Other Notifications:
- Application/document defect lists released; corrections due by June 2, 2025 (excluding NRI claims).
- Government orders issued for:
- Post-metric educational grants for SC/ST students (KEAM 2024).
- Fee structure changes in cost-sharing engineering colleges.
- BPL Scholarship weightage marks for MBBS (2017–2020).
- Notification for Information Officer post and laptop rental quotation (last date: March 18, 2025).
- Deputation vacancy notification (last date: July 22, 2025).
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by course but generally includes:
- Nationality: Indian Citizen, NRI, OCI, PIO, or Foreign National (with specific criteria).
- Educational Qualifications:
- UG: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English (minimum 50% aggregate for most courses; 40% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL).
- PG: Relevant UG degree (e.g., MBBS for PG Medical, B.Pharm for M.Pharm).
- Age Limit:
- Minimum 17 years for medical courses as of December 31, 2025 (no upper age limit for NEET UG).
- Varies for other courses (check specific notifications).
- Entrance Exam:
- NEET UG for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS.
- KEAM for Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy.
- Specific exams for PG courses (e.g., KMAT for MBA).
NEET Counselling 2025
- Conducted for: MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and other allied courses.
- Seats:
- Medical: 6,687 (1,755 Government + 2,750 Private)
- Dental: 2,390 (300 Government + 1,670 Private)
- Counselling Rounds: Up to 4 rounds, including a stray vacancy round.
- Process:
- Registration: Started August 9, 2025, via www.cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Option Registration: Candidates select preferred colleges/courses.
- Allotment: Provisional and final lists published; candidates join allotted colleges after fee payment.
- Document Verification: Includes NEET UG score, 10+2 certificates, domicile, and reservation documents.
- NEET UG 2025 Cut-Off:
- UR/EWS: 50th percentile (144 marks)
- OBC/SC/ST: 40th percentile (113 marks)
- PwD categories: 45th/40th percentile (127/113 marks)
Application Process
- Visit the Candidate Portal: Access www.cee.kerala.gov.in and select the relevant course (e.g., KEAM 2025, LLB, PG Nursing).
- Register: Create an account using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill Application: Enter personal, academic, and reservation details.
- Upload Documents: Submit scanned copies of:
- Photograph
- Signature
- 10+2 mark sheets
- NEET UG scorecard (for medical courses)
- Domicile certificate
- Reservation certificates (if applicable)
- Pay Application Fee: Varies by course (e.g., ₹500–₹1,000 for KEAM; check notifications).
- Submit Options: Choose preferred colleges/courses during option registration.
- Check Allotment: Monitor provisional and final allotment lists on the website.
- Join College: Pay fees and complete admission formalities within the deadline.
Key Features of CEE Kerala
- Online Examinations: All exams except Engineering are conducted online.
- Transparency: CAP ensures merit-based, transparent allotments.
- Reservation Policies: Follows communal reservation rules (e.g., SC/ST, OBC, EWS, PwD).
- Candidate Portal: Provides access to applications, option registration, allotments, and scorecards.
- Regular Updates: Exam schedules, prospectuses, and notifications are published on the website.
Tips for Candidates
- Check Website Regularly: Visit www.cee.kerala.gov.in for updates on schedules, allotments, and document requirements.
- Prepare Documents: Ensure all certificates (e.g., NEET scorecard, domicile, reservation) are ready before applying.
- Follow Deadlines: Adhere to application, option registration, and fee payment timelines to avoid disqualification.
- Verify Eligibility: Check course-specific criteria in the prospectus or notification.
- Contact Helpline: Use provided numbers/email for clarifications on applications or allotments.
Additional Information
- Government Orders:
- Engineering colleges under IHRD and LBS are classified as Government Educational Institutions for public interest.
- Fee structure changes for cost-sharing engineering colleges (KEAM 2024).
- Non-utilization certificates issued for children of ex-servicemen and defense personnel.
- Archives: Past notifications and allotments for 2023 and 2024 are available on the website for reference.
- FAQs and Support: The website includes FAQs, terms, conditions, and privacy policies to assist candidates.
For further details or specific queries about a particular course or process, candidates should refer to the official CEE Kerala website or contact the helpline. If you need more specific information (e.g., about a particular course or recent notification), please let me know