KEAM 2026 expected marks vs expected rank engineering: Marks-to-rank table, category-wise estimates and last rank

KEAM rank depends on KEAM marks and Class 12 PCM/PCB scores. Here are KEAM 2026 expected marks vs expected rank engineering estimates, category splits and the likely last rank range.

Edited by Prashant Kulkarni

Updated April 18, 2026 9:09 AM

    KEAM 2026 expected marks vs expected rank engineering

    KEAM rank depends on KEAM exam marks and Class 12 PCM/PCB scores. The KEAM 2026 expected marks vs expected rank engineering estimates below combine published predictor ranges and category notes to show likely rank bands.

    The rank predictor approach gives these headline thresholds: any engineering score above 550/600 typically maps to rank 1–5,000 , while 580+ is usually a top score with rank 1–100 on state merit. For pharmacy, 250/300+ normally maps to rank 1–1,000 .

    KEAM 2026 expected marks vs expected rank engineering — Overall

    The table below summarises the commonly published estimate ranges for engineering (marks out of 600). Note a discrepancy reported for the 300–349 band: one estimate shows 5,000–8,000 , while a tabular estimate shows 40,001–50,000 . Both figures appear in public predictions.

    Marks (Out of 600) Expected Rank Range
    550 - 600 1 - 5,000
    500 - 549 5,001 - 10,000
    450 - 499 10,001 - 20,000
    400 - 449 20,001 - 30,000
    350 - 399 30,001 - 40,000
    300 - 349 (conflicting: 5,000–8,000) or (40,001–50,000)
    Below 250 60,000+

    Estimated last KEAM rank for 2026 is reported between 72,501 and 79,000 .

    KEAM 2026 expected marks vs expected rank engineering — Category-wise notes

    Category affects rank expectations for the same marks. Class 12 PCM/PCB scores also carry equal weight in final state merit.

    • State merit (General): 580–600 predicts rank 1–100 ; 550–579 predicts 100–1,500 .
    • OBC (SEBC): 570+ predicts 1–1,000 .
    • SC/ST: 570+ predicts 1–300 ; above 450 often places within top 10,000 for the category.

    KEAM 2026 expected marks vs expected rank engineering — Pharmacy (marks out of 300)

    Marks (Out of 300) Expected Rank Range
    250 - 300 1 - 1,000
    220 - 249 1,001 - 2,500
    190 - 219 2,501 - 5,000
    160 - 189 5,001 - 10,000
    130 - 159 10,001 - 20,000
    Below 100 20,000+

    Category splits for pharmacy: General 250+ 1–1,000 ; OBC 235+ 1–2,000 ; SC/ST 200+ 1–4,000 .

    Methodology and limits

    Published rank predictors use past trends and calculated KEAM scores but do not disclose a definitive formula combining exam marks and Class 12 weightage. The exact normalization, tie-breaks and reservation seat allocations are not detailed in these estimates. Treat the bands as guidance, not official cutoffs.

    FAQs

    What rank is 300 marks in KEAM 2026?
    A: Estimates conflict: one published answer says 300–349 5,000–8,000 , while a tabular estimate lists 40,001–50,000 for the same band.
    Is 28,000 a good KEAM 2026 rank?
    A: No. A rank of 28,000 is not competitive for top Kerala engineering colleges; ranks under 5,000 are preferable for high-demand branches.
    Is 1,500 a good KEAM 2026 rank?
    A: Yes. 1,500 is competitive and can open many sought-after branches at good state and private colleges.
    What is the last rank in KEAM 2026?
    A: Reported estimates place the last rank between 72,501 and 79,000 .
    Does Class 12 marks affect KEAM rank?
    A: Yes. Class 12 PCM/PCB scores are considered alongside KEAM marks and influence final state merit.
    Is 580+ out of 600 a top engineering score?
    A: Yes. 580+ typically maps to rank 1–100 on state merit in public estimates.

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