KEAM 2026 answer key released: Download provisional keys, challenge steps, marking scheme, and result timeline

CEE released the KEAM 2026 answer key on April 22. Provisional keys, response sheets and question paper PDFs are available for all exam days and shifts. You can challenge via your CEE candidate portal; refund rules apply.

Edited by Priya Kapoor

Updated April 24, 2026 8:00 AM

    KEAM 2026 answer key released by CEE on April 22, 2026

    The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) released the KEAM 2026 answer key on April 22, 2026 . The provisional keys cover all exam days and shifts for the test held April 17–22, 2026 .

    KEAM 2026 answer key: what’s available

    Provisional answer keys, candidate response sheets and question paper PDFs are available to download as separate PDFs for each exam day and shift. Only registered KEAM 2026 candidates can access these files using their CEE candidate portal login.

    The provisional keys were published within the expected window (usually 3–5 days after exams). CEE will accept objections, scrutinise them and then publish a final answer key. KEAM 2026 results will be prepared using the final key.

    How to challenge the KEAM 2026 answer key

    You must log in to your CEE candidate portal to submit objections to the provisional answer key. Challenges must follow the format and timeline set by CEE and can be submitted only through your candidate login.

    A challenge fee is charged when you submit an objection. CEE will refund the fee if your challenge is accepted. The official notice does not specify the exact fee amount or the final deadline for the challenge window.

    Marking scheme and result preparation

    CEE has cited the marking scheme as +4 for a correct answer and −1 for an incorrect answer . Scores will be computed using the answers in the final KEAM answer key; provisional keys are only for review and challenge.

    Important dates

    Event Date
    KEAM exams held April 17-22, 2026
    Provisional answer keys released April 22, 2026
    Provisional key publication window Within 3–5 days after exam conclusion
    Final answer key & result After scrutiny of objections (date not specified)

    What’s not yet published

    CEE has not specified the exact challenge fee amount in the notice. The precise deadline for the objection window and the calendar for the final key and result release are also not published. Keep checking your CEE candidate portal for updates.

    FAQs

    When were provisional KEAM 2026 answer keys released?

    Provisional keys were released on April 22, 2026 .

    How do I download the answer key and response sheets?

    Log into your CEE candidate portal. The answer key, response sheet and question paper PDFs will be available for download there.

    How can I challenge the provisional answer key?

    Submit objections through your candidate login following the CEE-prescribed format and timeline.

    Is there a fee to challenge an answer?

    Yes, a challenge fee is charged. The exact amount is not specified. The fee is refunded if the challenge is accepted.

    When will the final answer key be released?

    CEE will publish the final answer key after scrutinising objections. No date has been given.

    How will KEAM 2026 results be prepared?

    Results will be prepared based on answers in the final KEAM answer key.

    Who can view the keys and response sheets?

    Only registered KEAM 2026 candidates with CEE portal logins can view and download them.

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