KEAM 2025 Answer Key

The KEAM entrance examination for courses like Engineering and Pharmacy took place in computer-based mode from April 23 to April 29, 2025. After the examination, the provisional answer key was made available on April 29, 2025. Students had time till May 3, 2025, to file any objections against it. After the completion of the review process, it was decided to publish the final answer key on May 9, 2025, and the results were released on May 14, 2025.

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How to Download KEAM Answer Key?

KEAM candidates can review their answers and analyse their performance, as this permits an initial projection of their exam scores. These steps enable you to download the KEAM answer key from the examination board’s official site:

• Go to the official website: Open your web browser and navigate to cee.kerala.gov.in.
• Locate the Answer Key Link: On the main page, identify the link labelled “KEAM Answer Key” or “KEAM 2025 Answer Key” and select it.
• Select Your Exam Information: Pick the respective exam date and paper/code from the drop-down menus.
• Access the PDF: Upon completion of the previous steps, a PDF containing the answer key will be displayed on your screen. 
• Download and save it: Use the download button to store the PDF on your device. It will facilitate future reference and my mark calculation.

How to Raise Objections for the JEAM Answer Key 2025?

Candidates need to follow the instructions below for raising objections to the KEAM answer key. Objections will be accepted only through online mode and within the set deadline.

• Go to the official website: Access cee.kerala.gov.in using any web browser.

• Access Candidate Portal: Click on the “Candidate Portal” link on the main page.
• Choose the proper challenge link:  Select “Answer Key Challenge (Engineering)” or “Answer Key Challenge (Pharmacy),” depending on the course.
• Provide objection details:  Give the question number, the answer as per the official key, and your proposed correct answer. Include a brief justification.
• Upload supporting documents: Attach relevant supporting documents such as pages from textbooks, class notes, or any other academic materials.
• Complete payment: The fee of ₹200 per question may be paid online. Valid objections entitle you to a full refund of the fee.
• Finalize submission: Click submit once you have reviewed all the information for accuracy.
• Keep the acknowledgement: Download the acknowledgement receipt and keep it for your records.

In case the objection is found to be valid, the fee paid will be refunded. 

Note: No objections will be entertained after the deadline, it is crucial to send in the objections well before the last date.

How Can the Answer Key Help Candidates?

• Check your answers: Having your answers graded by the official answer key will ensure accuracy in your score. 
• Estimate your score: This gives you an idea of your exam score before the results are out. 
• Analyse your errors: See which mistakes you made and understand them. 
• Challenge answers: If you think any answer is wrong, you can challenge it in the allotted time. 
• Make plans: Your anticipated score allows you to prepare for the next counselling and admission processes.

FAQs

Q1. How is the KEAM answer key used to calculate my score? 
Answer: Verify your responses against the officially released key. For problems answered correctly, add 4 marks. Penalise negative 1 for wrong attempts.

Q2. Do I need to pay to submit an objection?
Answer: Yes, each question challenged has a small fee, which is refunded in case your grievance is accepted. 

Q3. What is the purpose of checking the answer key before the results? 
Answer: It enables you to estimate the marks scored and helps you to plan accordingly for counselling/further processes.