Kerala's Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) has published the Provisional Stray Vacancy Allotment for MBBS and BDS courses for the 2026-27 academic year. This allotment covers state-quota seats in government medical and dental colleges, and all seats in private self-financing medical and dental colleges across Kerala. If you participated in KEAM 2026 counselling and are waiting to see if you have been offered a seat in the stray vacancy round, you can now check the provisional allotment list online. However, this is not your final seat — it is provisional and subject to change. You have until 1:00 PM on 22 October 2026 to lodge any complaints about the allotment.
The provisional stray vacancy allotment for Kerala MBBS/BDS 2026-27 is now live; check it immediately and file complaints by 1 PM on 22 October if there are errors.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Stray Vacancy Allotment?
The stray vacancy allotment is the final round of seat allocation in Kerala's KEAM counselling process. After the main counselling rounds, some seats remain unfilled — either because candidates did not report to their allotted colleges, or because they rejected their offers. These leftover seats are called 'stray vacancies.' The stray vacancy round gives candidates who were not allotted a seat in earlier rounds, or who wish to upgrade to a better college or course, a chance to secure one of these remaining seats.
This provisional allotment is the first announcement of who has been offered these stray vacancy seats. It is called 'provisional' because it is not final — the CEE may make corrections or changes before publishing the final allotment. Your name appearing in this list does not guarantee you a seat; it is only an indication that you are eligible for one, pending verification of your documents and eligibility.
Which Colleges and Seats Are Included?
The stray vacancy allotment covers two categories of colleges: (1) Government medical and dental colleges in Kerala, for state-quota seats only, and (2) all seats in private self-financing medical and dental colleges across the state. This means if you are allotted a seat in a government college, it will be a state-quota seat. If you are allotted a seat in a private college, it could be any seat available in that institution.
Both MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) and BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) courses are included in this allotment. Check the allotment list carefully to see which course and college you have been offered.
How to Check Your Provisional Allotment
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To view the provisional allotment list, visit the official CEE Kerala website at www.cee.kerala.gov.in. On the homepage, look for the link labeled 'KEAM 2026 – Candidate Portal' and click on it. Once you are in the portal, navigate to the menu item 'Allotment List' to access the provisional stray vacancy allotment.
You will need to log in with your KEAM registration credentials (usually your roll number or application number and password). Search for your name or roll number in the list to see if you have been allotted a seat. The list will show your allotted college, course (MBBS or BDS), and the category or quota under which you have been allotted.
- Visit www.cee.kerala.gov.in
- Click 'KEAM 2026 – Candidate Portal'
- Select 'Allotment List' from the menu
- Log in with your KEAM credentials
- Search for your name or roll number
- Note your allotted college, course, and quota
Important: This Is Provisional, Not Final
The CEE has explicitly stated that the provisional allotment is 'only indicative in nature and subject to change.' This means the list you see today may be corrected or updated before the final allotment is announced. Corrections could include removal of names due to document verification failures, eligibility issues, or administrative errors. Do not assume your seat is confirmed until the final allotment is published.
Critically, the CEE has also clarified that candidates cannot claim any legal right over an allotted seat based on the provisional result, and the provisional result cannot be challenged in court. This is a procedural safeguard — it means you cannot file a court case to protect a provisional allotment. You must wait for the final allotment to take any legal action if needed. Until then, treat this as a preliminary indication only.
Lodging Complaints: Deadline and Process
If you find an error in the provisional allotment list — for example, your name is missing when it should be there, or you have been allotted to the wrong college or course — you must lodge a complaint immediately. The deadline to submit complaints is 1:00 PM on 22 October 2026. This is a hard deadline; complaints received after 1 PM will not be accepted.
To lodge a complaint, send an email to ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in with a clear description of the error. Include your name, roll number, KEAM registration number, and details of the mistake. Be specific: for example, 'I was allotted to ABC Medical College but I applied for XYZ College' or 'My name does not appear in the list although I am eligible.' The CEE will review your complaint and make corrections if warranted before publishing the final allotment.
- Email: ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in
- Deadline: 1:00 PM on 22 October 2026
- Include: name, roll number, KEAM registration number, and details of the error
- Be specific about what is wrong
- No complaints accepted after the deadline
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What Happens After the Provisional Allotment?
After the complaint deadline passes (1 PM on 22 October), the CEE will review all complaints and make any necessary corrections. Once this is done, the Final Allotment will be published. The exact date of the final allotment is not stated in this notification, so watch the CEE website for an announcement.
You must not approach or contact your allotted college until the final allotment is declared. The CEE has explicitly advised candidates to 'approach the allotted college/institute only after the declaration of Final Allotment.' Approaching the college before the final allotment is published could lead to confusion or rejection if your allotment changes. Wait for the final allotment, then follow the college's reporting instructions.
Contact Information and Helpline
If you have questions or technical issues accessing the allotment list, you can contact the CEE helpline at 0471-2332120. This number is available during office hours. For email queries, use ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in. The CEE office is located at the 7th Floor, KSRTC Bus Terminal Complex, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram-695 001.
Keep the helpline number and email address handy in case you encounter any problems while checking your allotment or submitting a complaint.
- Helpline: 0471-2332120
- Email: ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in
- Office: 7th Floor, KSRTC Bus Terminal Complex, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram-695 001
Key Dates at a Glance
Mark these dates on your calendar to avoid missing critical deadlines:
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Provisional Stray Vacancy Allotment Published | 21 October 2026 (today) |
| Deadline to Lodge Complaints | 22 October 2026, 1:00 PM |
| Final Allotment Publication | To be announced (watch CEE website) |
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is a stray vacancy allotment?
A stray vacancy allotment is the final round of seat allocation in Kerala's KEAM counselling. It fills seats that remain unfilled after earlier counselling rounds — either because candidates did not report to their allotted colleges or rejected their offers. It gives candidates who were not allotted in earlier rounds a chance to secure one of these remaining seats.
How do I check if I have been allotted a seat in the stray vacancy round?
Visit www.cee.kerala.gov.in, click on 'KEAM 2026 – Candidate Portal', select 'Allotment List' from the menu, log in with your KEAM credentials, and search for your name or roll number. The list will show your allotted college, course, and quota if you have been offered a seat.
Is the provisional allotment final? Can I claim my seat now?
No. The provisional allotment is only indicative and subject to change. You cannot claim any legal right over the allotted seat based on the provisional result. You must wait for the final allotment to be declared before approaching the college. The CEE has stated that the provisional result cannot be challenged in court.
What should I do if I find an error in the provisional allotment list?
Email ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in with your name, roll number, KEAM registration number, and a clear description of the error. The deadline is 1:00 PM on 22 October 2026. Complaints received after this time will not be accepted. Be specific about what is wrong — for example, if you were allotted to the wrong college or course.
What colleges are included in this stray vacancy allotment?
The allotment covers state-quota seats in government medical and dental colleges in Kerala, and all seats in private self-financing medical and dental colleges across the state. Both MBBS and BDS courses are included.
When will the final allotment be published?
The notification does not specify the exact date of the final allotment. After the complaint deadline (1 PM on 22 October), the CEE will review complaints and publish the final allotment. Watch the CEE website (www.cee.kerala.gov.in) for an announcement.
Can I approach my allotted college now, before the final allotment?
No. The CEE has explicitly advised candidates to approach the allotted college only after the final allotment is declared. Approaching the college before the final allotment could lead to confusion or rejection if your allotment changes.
What if my name does not appear in the provisional allotment list?
If your name is missing and you believe you are eligible, check the CEE website for any announcements or updates. If you have evidence that you should have been allotted, contact the helpline at 0471-2332120 or email ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in for clarification. However, note that the complaint deadline is 1 PM on 22 October.
Can I challenge the provisional allotment in court?
No. The CEE has explicitly stated that the provisional result cannot be challenged before the court of law. You must wait for the final allotment. If you have a grievance about the final allotment, you may then explore legal remedies, but the provisional allotment itself is not subject to court challenge.
What is the helpline number if I have questions?
The CEE helpline number is 0471-2332120. You can also email ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in. The office is located at 7th Floor, KSRTC Bus Terminal Complex, Thampanoor, Thiruvananthapuram-695 001.
Check the provisional allotment list on www.cee.kerala.gov.in immediately using the 'KEAM 2026 – Candidate Portal' link. If you find any errors, email ceekinfo.cee@kerala.gov.in with your details and the error description before 1:00 PM on 22 October 2026 — this is a hard deadline. Do not approach your allotted college until the final allotment is published. Keep watching the CEE website for the final allotment announcement.
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