KEAM’s MBBS/BDS Round 1 option entry closes at 11:00 AM today, August 24. This is the final window to arrange, save, and lock college preferences. The rescheduled slot adds PIMS Palakkad and private dental All India Quota (AIQ) seats for selection.
Only candidates in the Kerala State Medical rank list can submit choices. Unlocked lists are ignored during allotment, so confirm the final lock. Recheck community, reservation, and Non Resident Indian details already submitted. Keep a PDF or printout of the locked list as proof.

Log in to the KEAM portal using your application number and password. Open MBBS/BDS option entry, and build your college list carefully. Save, preview the order, and click lock to freeze preferences. After locking, edits stop; download the locked list acknowledgment.
You must appear in the Kerala State Medical rank list for MBBS/BDS counselling. Ensure nativity, community, and reservation details match uploaded certificates. Non Resident Indian claims should reflect sponsor relationship and valid remittance proofs. Errors here can delay admission and stall fee payment later.
The rescheduled window now includes PIMS Palakkad in the Round 1 matrix. Private dental AIQ seats have been added for optioning. Review your order to reflect these additions before you lock. A revised list can improve seat reach without changing your exam rank.
Do not assume saving equals locking; both steps are separate on the portal. Avoid duplicate college codes or blank gaps in the list. Recheck category and NRI fields before final submission. Use a stable connection and single device to prevent session timeouts.
After locking, monitor the KEAM portal for Round 1 allotment publication and updates. Follow the fee and document instructions released with the allotment. Check registered email and SMS for official alerts. Keep payment methods ready and note reporting timelines once notified.
The clock stops at 11:00 AM today, August 24, for Round 1 option entry. Log in, reorder colleges, save, preview, and lock without delay. Reconfirm category and NRI details, then download your locked list receipt. These careful steps protect merit, widen options like PIMS, and reduce post‑allotment stress.