KEAM BHM (Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical - Hospitality Stream) (Commissioner of Entrance Examinations, Thiruvananthapuram)
Overview
KEAM BHM is the hospitality stream of KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical) conducted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala for admission to Bachelor of Hotel Management programmes in Kerala's government and aided institutions. While many Kerala IHMs use NCHMCT JEE, some state-funded institutes still use KEAM scores combined with Class 12 marks.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Offline (OMR based) - uses KEAM Paper structure
Duration:150 minutes
Total Marks:480 (KEAM) + Class 12 marks normalised composite
Marking Scheme:+4 for correct, -1 for wrong (1/4 negative marking)
Sections
Physics & Chemistry (KEAM Paper 1)
120 Questions•480 Marks
Syllabus
Physics
- NCERT Class 11-12 - mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, modern physics
Chemistry
- Class 11-12 organic, inorganic, physical chemistry - NCERT
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 with English and minimum 50%
- Kerala domicile for state quota seats
Important Dates
Registration
February 2027 (tentative - confirm on official website)
Exam date
May 2027 (tentative)
Application Process
- Register on cee.kerala.gov.in
- Select BHM during KEAM application
- Pay fee, download admit card
- Take KEAM exam, centralised counselling by CEE
💡 Preparation Tips
- Heavy negative marking (-1 on +4) - accuracy is critical
- Same Class 12 PCM-focused prep as KEAM Engineering
- Most Kerala HM students prefer NCHMCT JEE for IHM-affiliated institutes
❓ FAQs
Should I take KEAM or NCHMCT JEE for hotel management in Kerala?
For IHM Kerala (NCHMCT-affiliated), take NCHMCT JEE. For state government institutes that fall outside NCHMCT, KEAM BHM is the route. Most students take both to maximise options.