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The KEAM 2026 seat matrix for CAP Round 1 lists all available engineering seats across government, aided and self-financing colleges in Kerala and is expected to be released on the CEE Kerala portal around July 6, 2026.
CEE Kerala publishes the seat matrix before each Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) round so you can plan your college and branch choices. Based on KEAM 2025 data, over 50,000 engineering seats across 160 plus colleges participate in the CEE allotment. KEAM 2026 is expected to show a similar or slightly higher seat count as new programmes are approved each year.
- KEAM 2026 CAP Round 1 allotment is expected around July 6, 2026 as per the CEE Kerala schedule.
- Government engineering colleges offer approximately 6,500 seats across 15 plus institutions based on 2025 data.
- Aided colleges contribute around 4,000 seats and self-financing colleges account for over 40,000 seats.
- Kerala reserves 8% for SC and 2% for ST students in government and aided college seats.
- Access the official seat matrix at cee.kerala.gov.in once it is released.
| Direct Link: KEAM 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix on CEE Kerala Official Portal (Expected July 6, 2026) |
KEAM 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix Overview
The KEAM 2026 seat matrix for CAP Round 1 covers all engineering colleges affiliated to KTU that participate in the CEE centralised allotment. The matrix lists seats by college, branch and reservation quota across government, aided and self-financing categories.
The expected seat distribution based on KEAM 2025 data is as follows:
| College Category | Approximate Number of Colleges | Approximate Seats (Based on 2025 Data) |
|---|---|---|
| Government Engineering Colleges | 15+ | ~6,500 |
| Government Aided Engineering Colleges | 10+ | ~4,000 |
| Self-Financing Engineering Colleges | 135+ | ~40,000 |
| Total | 160+ | ~50,500 |
The total seat count for 2026 may be higher as CEE Kerala approves additional programmes each year. Check the official portal for confirmed figures once the seat matrix is released.
KEAM 2026 Government College Seat Matrix (Expected)
Government engineering colleges offer the most competitive seats in KEAM counselling due to lower fees and strong academic standards. The table below shows expected seat intake for major government institutions based on KEAM 2025 data.
| College Name | Location | Expected Total Seats (Based on 2025 Data) |
|---|---|---|
| College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram (CET) | Thiruvananthapuram | ~600 |
| Model Engineering College | Ernakulam | ~480 |
| Government Engineering College, Thrissur | Thrissur | ~300 |
| Government Engineering College, Kozhikode | Kozhikode | ~360 |
| Government Engineering College, Kannur | Kannur | ~300 |
| Government Engineering College, Barton Hill | Thiruvananthapuram | ~180 |
| Government Engineering College, Wayanad | Wayanad | ~180 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology (RIT) | Kottayam | ~300 |
| LBS College of Engineering | Kasaragod | ~240 |
| Government Engineering College, Palakkad | Palakkad | ~180 |
TKM College of Engineering, Kollam and Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram are aided institutions. Their intake is comparable to government colleges and both are included in the CEE allotment under the aided category.
KEAM 2026 Branch-Wise Seat Distribution
Computer Science and Electronics-based branches attract the highest demand in KEAM counselling. The table below shows expected seat distribution across major engineering branches based on 2025 data.
| Branch / Programme | Expected Total Seats Across All Colleges (Based on 2025 Data) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | ~15,000 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) | ~8,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | ~7,000 |
| Civil Engineering | ~6,000 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) | ~5,000 |
| Information Technology (IT) | ~4,000 |
| CSE with AI, ML and Data Science Specialisations | ~3,000 |
| Chemical Engineering | ~1,500 |
| Other Branches (Biomedical, Aerospace and Others) | ~2,000 |
KEAM 2026 may see additional seats in emerging CSE specialisations such as Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security and Data Science as affiliated colleges expand these programmes. Check the official seat matrix for the confirmed branch-wise breakdown.
KEAM 2026 Category-Wise Seat Reservation
Kerala’s reservation policy applies to all government and aided college seats in the CEE allotment. Self-financing colleges follow a separate quota split. The table below reflects the standard reservation policy applicable to KEAM 2025 and expected to continue for 2026.
| Category / Quota | Reservation in Government and Aided Colleges |
|---|---|
| General Merit (State Merit) | 50% |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC / OBC) | 30% |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 8% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2% |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 3% horizontal reservation |
| Ex-Servicemen Children | Specified within General Merit quota |
For self-financing colleges, 50% of seats are filled through CEE merit, 15% through management quota and 5% through NRI quota. The remaining 30% follows the state reservation policy. The exact quota split for KEAM 2026 will be confirmed in the official allotment notification.
How to Check KEAM 2026 Seat Matrix for CAP Round 1
CEE Kerala publishes the seat matrix on its official portal before each CAP round opens for choice filling. Follow these steps to access it once it is released.
- Visit the official CEE Kerala portal at cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Click the KEAM 2026 link on the homepage.
- Look for the CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix notification or download link in the allotment section.
- Download the PDF or view the online seat matrix table.
- Filter by college, district or branch to identify seats relevant to your choices.
- Use the seat matrix alongside previous-year closing ranks to shortlist colleges before submitting your choice filling form.
The seat matrix is typically released as a downloadable PDF along with the CAP Round 1 schedule notification. Bookmark cee.kerala.gov.in and check it regularly after the KEAM 2026 rank list is published.
KEAM 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. What is the KEAM 2026 seat matrix for CAP Round 1?
Ans. The KEAM 2026 seat matrix for CAP Round 1 is the official list of available engineering seats across all participating government, aided and self-financing colleges in Kerala. It shows seats per college, per branch and per reservation category and is published by CEE Kerala before the choice filling window opens.
Ques. How many total seats are available under KEAM 2026 counselling?
Ans. Based on KEAM 2025 data, approximately 50,000 to 51,000 engineering seats are available across 160 plus colleges in the CEE allotment. The confirmed count for 2026 will be published in the official seat matrix on cee.kerala.gov.in.
Ques. Which branch has the most seats in KEAM 2026?
Ans. Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) has the highest seat count in KEAM counselling with approximately 15,000 seats expected across all colleges based on 2025 data. Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) is second with around 8,000 seats.
Ques. How many seats are in government engineering colleges under KEAM 2026?
Ans. Government engineering colleges in Kerala are expected to offer approximately 6,500 seats in KEAM 2026 based on 2025 trends. These are the most competitive seats in the allotment due to lower fees and strong academic outcomes.
Ques. When will the KEAM 2026 CAP Round 1 seat matrix be released?
Ans. The KEAM 2026 CAP Round 1 seat matrix is expected to be released around July 6, 2026 ahead of the choice filling schedule. Download it from the official CEE Kerala portal at cee.kerala.gov.in once it is published.
Ques. Does the seat matrix change between CAP Round 1 and Round 2?
Ans. Yes. The seat matrix is updated before each CAP round to reflect seats vacated, surrendered or newly approved. Seats unfilled in CAP Round 1 are carried forward to subsequent rounds and the matrix is revised accordingly.
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