Kerala Engineering Admission 2026
KEAM College Cutoffs
Last year's closing ranks for top Kerala engineering colleges, by branch and category
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The figures below are KEAM 2025 closing ranks (Round 3 / final round, General/State Merit category unless noted) — the most recently completed admission cycle, used as the reference point for planning your 2026 choices. CEE Kerala publishes the official KEAM 2026 closing ranks only after each round of counselling concludes, so treat these as directional guidance rather than guaranteed cutoffs. Once you have your estimated rank from the KEAM Rank Predictor, compare it against the ranges below to shortlist realistic options.
Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
| College | 2025 Closing Rank (Gen.) |
|---|---|
| College of Engineering, Trivandrum (CET) | ~271 – 571 |
| Government Engineering College, Thrissur | ~550 – 1,100 |
| TKM College of Engineering, Kollam | ~1,487 – 2,279 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology, Kottayam | ~1,800 – 2,700 |
| Government Model Engineering College (MEC), Thrikkakara | ~2,000 – 3,200 |
CSE remains the most competitive branch across all government colleges. A safe index score for Tier-1 CSE seats is typically 540+ out of 600.
Electronics & Communication (ECE)
| College | 2025 Closing Rank (Gen.) |
|---|---|
| College of Engineering, Trivandrum (CET) | ~730 – 1,200 |
| Government Engineering College, Thrissur | ~1,634 – 2,800 |
| TKM College of Engineering, Kollam | ~2,199 – 4,500 |
| Government Model Engineering College (MEC), Thrikkakara | ~3,500 – 5,000 |
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
| College / Branch | 2025 Closing Rank (Gen.) |
|---|---|
| CET Trivandrum — Mechanical | ~2,930 – 3,500 |
| CET Trivandrum — Electrical & Electronics | ~1,768 – 3,000 |
| Government Engineering College, Thrissur — Mechanical | ~5,000 – 5,462 |
| TKM Kollam — Electrical & Electronics | ~3,853 – 6,008 |
| TKM Kollam — Civil Engineering | ~9,896 – 11,941 |
Core branches (Mechanical, Civil, EEE) generally have higher closing ranks than CSE/ECE — meaning more candidates qualify for admission at the same college.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these the official KEAM 2026 cutoffs?
No — KEAM 2026 cutoffs will only be known after each round of the 2026 counselling process. The figures shown here are KEAM 2025 closing ranks, the latest completed cycle, used to help you plan realistic choices. Always confirm final cutoffs on cee.kerala.gov.in.
Do cutoffs change between counselling rounds?
Yes. Closing ranks typically loosen slightly in Round 2 and Round 3 as higher-ranked candidates move to other allotments, vacating seats. Round 1 cutoffs are usually the tightest.
How do reserved category cutoffs differ from General Merit?
Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, EZ, MU, and others) typically see significantly relaxed closing ranks due to category-specific seat allocation — often several times looser than the General/State Merit closing rank for the same college and branch. Use the Rank Predictor with your specific category for a closer estimate.
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