KEAM 2026 – Online Option Registration for Three Year LL.B Admission Begins
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Government of Kerala has released the official notification for the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) for admission to the Three Year LL.B Course 2026‑27. The process covers seats in 4 Government Law Colleges and 50% Government seats in 20 Private Self‑Financing Law Colleges across Kerala.
📅 Important Dates for LL.B Admission 2026
- Option Registration Start Date: 07 August 2026
- Last Date for Option Registration: 12 August 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Allotment & Institution Joining Schedule: To be notified later
Candidates included in the rank list can register their options online through www.cee.kerala.gov.in by logging into the ‘Three Year LL.B 2026 – Candidate Portal’ using their Application Number and Password.
💻 Option Registration Process
- Visit cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Login using Application Number and Password.
- Click on ‘Option Registration’ to select preferred colleges and courses.
- Submit and confirm options before 12 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
⚠️ Candidates whose results are withheld due to defects in application or nationality can also register options but must upload valid documents before the deadline.
💰 Option Registration Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General Candidates | ₹1000 |
| SC/ST/OEC & Candidates from Juvenile/Nirbhaya/Sreechithra Homes | ₹500 |
Fees can be paid online. Refunds will be processed only after completion of the allotment process. Candidates who fail to join after allotment or quit after admission will forfeit the fee as penalty.
🏛️ Law Colleges Included in Centralised Allotment
Government Law Colleges
| College Code | Name of College | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|
| TVL | Govt. Law College, Thiruvananthapuram | 60 |
| EKL | Govt. Law College, Ernakulam | 120 |
| TCL | Govt. Law College, Thrissur | 120 |
| KKL | Govt. Law College, Kozhikode | 120 |
Private Self‑Financing Law Colleges (Government Seats)
| College Code | Name of College | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|
| AAL | Al Ameen Law College, Shornur, Palakkad | 30 |
| ATL | Al Azhar Law College, Thodupuzha, Idukki | 30 |
| CPL | Moderator Gladstone CSI Institute of Legal Studies, Parassala, Trivandrum | 30 |
| KML | KMCT Law College, Malappuram | 25 |
| MCL | MCT College of Legal Studies, Melmuri, Malappuram | 30 |
| NCL | Nehru Academy of Law, Lakkidi, Palakkad | 30 |
| SEL | Sree Narayana Law College, Poothotta, Ernakulam | 60 |
| MKL | Markaz Law College, Kozhikode | 25 |
| MZL | Mount Zion Law College, Kadammanitta, Pathanamthitta | 30 |
| BAL | Bharata Matha School of Legal Studies, Aluva | 60 |
| CEL | CSI College of Legal Studies, Kanakkary, Kottayam | 30 |
| SDL | St. Dominic’s College of Law, Kanjirappally, Kottayam | 30 |
| IML | IMT Law College, Perinthalmanna | 20 |
| CTL | Co‑operative School of Law, Vengalloor, Thodupuzha, Idukki | 30 |
| IGL | Indira Gandhi Law College, Nellikuzhy, Kothamangalam | 30 |
| IHL | Ilahia Law College, Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam | 30 |
| KIL | KMM Law College, Thrikkakkara | 30 |
| DAL | Divine Law College, Pathanapuram, Pathanamthitta | 30 |
| SKL | Sree Narayana Guru College of Legal Studies, Kollam | 30 |
| KCL | KMCT College of Legal Studies, Manya, Kasaragod | 120 |
Allotment to these colleges will be subject to approval from the Government, Bar Council of India, and respective Universities.
💵 Fee Structure (Last Year)
| Type of College | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Government Law Colleges | Tuition Fee – ₹1575 |
| Private Self‑Financing Colleges (Govt. Seats) | Tuition Fee – ₹36,750, Special Fee – ₹5,250, Refundable Deposit – ₹50,000 |
Note: Fee for 2026‑27 will be finalized by AFRC. Candidates must pay the 2025‑26 fee initially and adjust any difference later.
📄 Documents Required at the Time of Admission
🛠️ Essential Tools
- Candidate’s Data Sheet
- Allotment Memo from CEE
- Proof of Date of Birth (SSLC/Birth Certificate/Passport)
- Original Mark List & Pass Certificate of qualifying exam
- Transfer & Conduct Certificates
- Four passport‑size photographs
- Relieving order (for employed candidates)
- Eligibility Certificate (for candidates from outside Kerala)
- Migration Certificate (for other universities)
- Originals of uploaded documents (Nativity/Reservation/Fee Concession)
- Self‑Declaration of Nationality (Annexure XX)
⚠️ Important Notes
- Allotment subject to final approval from Bar Council of India, Government, and Universities.
- Do not select unnecessary options for colleges you do not wish to join.
- Ensure your degree is recognized by the concerned University before option registration.
- Visit www.cee.kerala.gov.in regularly for latest notifications, corrigenda, and updates regarding the Three Year LL.B Admission 2026.
📞 Contact Information
- Helpline Numbers: 0471‑2332120, 2338487
- Email: ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in
- Official Website: www.cee.kerala.gov.in
✅ Conclusion
The CEE Kerala LL.B Admission 2026 Notification provides a clear schedule and guidelines for candidates seeking admission to Government and Private Law Colleges in Kerala. With option registration open from 07 August to 12 August 2026, candidates must ensure timely submission of preferences, payment of registration fees, and readiness with required documents. Allotment results and joining instructions will be announced later on the official website.
