KEAM 2026 Option Registration Started for CAP Counselling

The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, has commenced the KEAM 2026 Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) for admissions to undergraduate engineering programmes. Eligible students can now complete the KEAM 2026 option registration by visiting the official website.

Check the CEE Kerala Link Here

The option registration facility, which allows students to select their preferred colleges and engineering branches, will remain open until July 6, 2026. Students who have qualified for admission to engineering courses can submit their choices through the official KEAM portal before the deadline.

How to Register Options for KEAM 2026 Counselling

Students who have qualified for KEAM 2026 engineering admissions can follow the steps below to complete the option registration process:

• Visit the official CEE Kerala website.
• Log in using your KEAM application number and password.
• Access the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) portal.
• Select your preferred engineering colleges and branches in order of priority.
• Save your choices and review the entered options carefully.
• Lock and submit your options before the July 6, 2026, deadline.
• Download and keep a copy of the submitted options for future reference.

KEAM 2026 Counselling Fee Details

Students who wish to participate in the KEAM 2026 option registration process must pay a registration fee of ₹2,000 to the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. However, students belonging to the SC/ST/OEC categories, those eligible for concessions under the specified Government Orders, and applicants from Juvenile Home, Nirbhaya Home, and Sree Chitra Home are required to pay a concessional registration fee of ₹500.

• Students who secure admission through the KEAM 2026 allotment process will have their registration fee adjusted against the tuition fee or caution deposit, as applicable.
• Those who do not receive a seat allotment will be eligible for a full refund of the registration fee.
• However, students who are allotted a seat but fail to complete the admission process will forfeit the registration fee, which will be treated as a penalty and will not be refunded.

The registration fee can be paid either online or at any designated Head Post Office in Kerala. The list of authorised post offices is available on the official KEAM website.

KEAM 2026 Phase I Counselling Schedule

Students can check the complete KEAM 2026 Phase I counselling schedule in the table below:

KEAM 2026 Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Students must fulfil the prescribed eligibility requirements to participate in the KEAM 2026 Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) for engineering admissions.

• Must have qualified for KEAM 2026 and secured a place in the engineering rank list.
• Should satisfy the academic eligibility criteria prescribed for the chosen engineering programme.
• Must have completed the online application and document verification process, wherever applicable.
• Only students included in the KEAM 2026 engineering rank list are eligible to register options.
• Students must complete option registration within the stipulated deadline to be considered for seat allotment.

Documents Required for KEAM 2026 Counselling

Students should keep the following documents ready for verification and admission during the KEAM 2026 counselling process:

• KEAM 2026 Rank Card
• KEAM 2026 Admit Card
• Class 10 Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth)
• Class 12 Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
• Transfer Certificate (TC)
• Conduct Certificate
• Category/Reservation Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (if applicable for fee concessions)
• Nativity Certificate (if required)
• Valid Government-issued Photo ID
• Passport-size Photographs
• Fee Payment Receipt and Allotment Memo (after seat allotment)

KEAM Counselling 2026: Key Instructions for Students

Students should keep the following instructions in mind while participating in the KEAM 2026 Centralised Allotment Process (CAP):

• Complete option registration before the prescribed deadline.
• Fill in the maximum number of eligible college-course preferences to improve your chances of allotment.
• Arrange your options carefully, as seat allotment will be based on the order of preferences submitted.
• Review the trial allotment and modify your preferences, if required, before final allotment.
• Pay the prescribed registration and admission fees within the stipulated timeline.
• Download and preserve the allotment memo, fee payment receipt, and other admission-related documents.
• Report to the allotted institute with all original documents to complete the admission process.
• Regularly visit the official KEAM portal for the latest counselling notifications and updates.

KEAM 2026 Seat Allotment: What Happens After Option Registration?

After the option registration window closes, CEE Kerala will publish the trial allotment, followed by the provisional and first phase seat allotment based on students' ranks, preferences, and seat availability.

Students allotted a seat must pay the prescribed admission fee within the specified deadline and complete the admission formalities to confirm their allotment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques: What is the last date for KEAM 2026 option registration?

Ans: Students can complete the KEAM 2026 option registration process until July 6, 2026.

Ques: What is the registration fee for KEAM 2026 counselling?

Ans: The registration fee is ₹2,000 for General students and ₹500 for eligible SC/ST/OEC students and other specified categories.

Ques: When will the KEAM 2026 first phase seat allotment be released?

Ans: The first phase seat allotment will be published on July 8, 2026, as per the official counselling schedule.

Ques: How can I register options for KEAM 2026 counselling?

Ans: Students need to log in to the official KEAM CAP portal using their application number and password, fill in their preferred colleges and branches, and submit the choices before the deadline.

Ques: What happens if I do not take admission after seat allotment?

Ans: Students who are allotted a seat but fail to complete the admission process will forfeit their registration fee, which will be treated as a penalty and will not be refunded.