The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, has officially commenced the KEAM 2026 counselling process by opening the online Option Registration (Choice Filling) window for candidates seeking admission to Engineering, Architecture, and Pharmacy programmes. The facility became available on July 3, 2026, through the official CEE Kerala candidate portal.

Candidates who have secured a valid rank in the KEAM 2026 Rank List can now log in using their application credentials and submit their preferred colleges and course choices. The options submitted during this stage will be considered for the centralized seat allotment process conducted by CEE Kerala.Click here

Last Date for Option Registration

According to the official notification, candidates must complete their online option registration and choice filling by 4:00 PM on July 6, 2026. Applicants are advised to carefully review and arrange their preferences before the deadline, as seat allotment will be based on the candidate's rank, reservation status, and the order of options submitted.

How Seat Allotment Will Be Done

The KEAM Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) will allocate seats based on:

• KEAM 2026 Rank
• Candidate's category and reservation eligibility
• Availability of seats
• Order of college and course preferences submitted during option registration

Candidates can modify or rearrange their options until the option entry window closes. After the deadline, no fresh choices will be accepted.

Important Instructions

Applicants should ensure they submit the maximum number of genuine preferences to improve their chances of securing a seat in the allotment process. Candidates are also advised to regularly monitor the official CEE Kerala website for updates regarding trial allotment, first seat allotment, fee payment, and admission reporting schedules.

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