KLEE 2027 – Kerala Law Entrance Examination: Complete Guide
Updated November 2026. Written by the faculty of Mentors Law Entrance Coaching Centre, Ernakulam. Always confirm final details in the official prospectus at cee.kerala.gov.in.
The Kerala Law Entrance Examination (KLEE) is the state-level entrance test conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala for admission to the 5-year integrated LLB (BA LLB, BBA LLB, B.Com LLB) and 3-year LLB courses in the four Government Law Colleges and the government seats of self-financing law colleges in Kerala.
KLEE at a glance
| Conducting body | Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala |
|---|---|
| Courses | 5-year integrated LLB (after Plus Two) · 3-year LLB (after graduation) · LLM (separate test) |
| Mode | Computer-based test (CBT) |
| Questions | 120 multiple-choice questions |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Marking | +3 for a correct answer, −1 for a wrong answer (maximum 360 marks) |
| Sections | General English · General Knowledge · Arithmetic & Mental Ability · Aptitude for Legal Studies |
| Language | English. A bilingual (Malayalam + English) paper has been approved from the next academic year – details |
| Qualifying marks | 10% (36/360) for General & SEBC, 5% (18/360) for SC/ST |
| Admission | Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) by CEE Kerala |
KLEE 2027 exam date
CEE Kerala has not yet announced the KLEE 2027 dates (as of November 2026). The exam date has moved between June and August in recent years, so start preparing early:
| Year | Exam date (3-year & 5-year LLB) | Rank list published |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 28 June 2026 | 14 July 2026 |
| 2025 | 1 June 2025 | 19 June 2025 |
| 2024 | 18 August 2024 | September 2024 |
Based on recent years, the KLEE 2027 notification is likely in the first half of 2027, with the exam around mid-2027. We will update this page as soon as CEE Kerala publishes the notification.
Everything about KLEE
- KLEE syllabus and exam pattern – section-wise question count and topics from the actual papers
- KLEE eligibility – qualification, minimum marks, age and fee
- KLEE qualifying marks and results – what score you need and how the rank list works
- KLEE colleges and seats – Government Law Colleges and self-financing colleges
- KLEE admission process (CAP) – option registration and allotment, step by step
- How to prepare for KLEE – a section-wise plan from our faculty
- KLEE in Malayalam – the new bilingual question paper
- KLEE previous year question papers with answers – 2024, 2025 and 2026, with free online tests
- KLEE ഗൈഡ് മലയാളത്തിൽ
Frequently asked questions
What is KLEE?
KLEE is the Kerala Law Entrance Examination conducted by CEE Kerala for admission to 5-year integrated LLB and 3-year LLB courses in Government Law Colleges and government seats of self-financing law colleges in Kerala.
When is KLEE 2027?
CEE Kerala has not announced the KLEE 2027 date yet. In 2026 the exam was held on 28 June, in 2025 on 1 June and in 2024 on 18 August.
How many questions are there in KLEE?
KLEE has 120 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours. Each correct answer gets 3 marks and each wrong answer loses 1 mark, for a maximum of 360 marks.
Is there negative marking in KLEE?
Yes. One mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Unattempted questions get zero.
Can I write KLEE in Malayalam?
The Kerala Government has approved a bilingual Malayalam and English question paper for LLB entrance exams from the next academic year. Check the KLEE 2027 prospectus for the final details.
What is the qualifying mark for KLEE?
General and SEBC candidates need at least 10% of the total marks (36 out of 360). SC and ST candidates need 5% (18 out of 360).