Kerala Law Entrance Exam Application Process 2026
Kerala Law Entrance Exam Application Process
KLEE 2025 Registration and Application Dates
CEE Kerala started the KLEE registration 2025 for LLM from June 28, 2025. Candidates must register on the official website – cee.kerala.gov.in by July 10, 2025 (5 PM) and remit the required application fee within the date during the submission of online application.
KLEE 2025 application fee is Rs. 900/- (Rupees Nine Hundred only) for General and SEBC candidates and Rs. 450/- (Rupees Four Hundred and Fifty only) for SC/ST candidates.
KLEE 2025 Entrance Examinations registration for 3-year LLB and 5-year LLB was open till May 19, 2025, 12 noon.
KLEE 2025 will be on June 1, 2025 in computer based test (CBT) mode, instead of May 25. The exam will be conducted at centres across all districts in Kerala.
KLEE is conducted by the Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examination for admission to Integrated Five Year LL.B Course in the four Government Law Colleges of Kerala and in the Private Self-financing Law Colleges of Kerala which have entered into a seat-sharing agreement with the State Government.
The official notification released by KLEE also contains eligibility and other details. You can check the links below to download.
- Download KLEE 2025 Application Notification (LLM Program)
- Download KLEE 2025 Application Notification (5-year LLB Program)
- Download KLEE 2025 Application Notification (3-year LLB Program)
KLEE 2025 Application Form Dates
| Events | Dates (tentative) |
|---|---|
| KLEE 2025 Entrance Exam Application Form Released | 7 May 2025 (5-Year LLB) 7 May 2025 (3-Year LLB) |
| Last date to Complete KLEE 2025 Application Form | 19 May 2025 (5-Year LLB) 19 May 2025 (3-Year LLB) |
| KLEE Exam 2025 Admit Card Issued | To Be Updated |
| KLEE 2025 3-year LLB Entrance Examination | June 1, 2025 (Sunday) |
| KLEE 2025 5-year LLB Entrance Examination | June 1, 2025 (Sunday) |
| KLEE 2025 LLM Entrance Examination | To be announced |
KLEE 2025 Eligibility Criteria
The three eligibility parameters for appearing in KLEE 2025 have been issued by CEE:
1. Nativity: Only candidates with valid proof of Indian citizenship can appear for KLEE 2025.
2. Academic:
KLEE 2025 Eligibility Criteria
KLEE stands for Kerala Law Entrance Examination. The exam is conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria before applying.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary Examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Education of Kerala. An equivalent examination recognized by Universities in Kerala is also accepted.
- Candidates who have cleared 10+2 level from any school recognized by central or state government's educational authority can apply.
- Equivalent educational qualifications as deemed by Bar Council of India are also accepted.
- Candidates possessing a Higher Secondary pass certificate or first-degree certificate from distance learning or correspondence can apply.
- CEE does not allow candidates who have cleared 10+2, graduation or post-graduation directly through open universities, with no fundamental qualification to prosecute such studies.
- Candidates who are either appearing or have already appeared (result awaited) for the qualifying exam can also apply. Admission will be subject to securing required marks in the qualifying examination.
Minimum Marks Required
| Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| General | 45% |
| SEBC | 42% |
| SC | 40% |
| ST | 40% |
Age Limit
The minimum age of the candidate as of December 31, 2025, should be 17 years. The maximum age is still to be decided by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India.
In case of age restriction, as per clause 28 of Legal Education Rules, 2008 of Bar Council of India is re-established, then candidates with a specific age limit will be permitted to apply for the exam.
KLEE 2025 Application Form: How to Fill Form?
Following are the five steps to be covered by candidates for successfully completing KLEE Registration:
KLEE New Registration
- Go to the official website of CEE and click on the 'LLB 5-year' tab.
- Click on LLB 5-year 2025.
- Click on the 'Apply Online' tab.
- Click on Integrated Five Year LL.B Course 2025 - Online Application.
- Click on the 'Registration' tab.
- Fill Registration Form.
- The candidate will reach the Registration Confirmation page. Click on the 'Confirm' tab if all details are correct, to make changes click on the 'Edit' tab.
- After clicking on confirm, an application number will be generated. Click on 'Proceed to KLEE Registration/Application'.
Fill in KLEE 2025 Application
- Fill in all the details carefully and correctly in the Application form.
- Recheck all details filled in the form and click on the 'Save & Preview' tab.
- A preview of KLEE Application will appear. Carefully read all details. If modifications are required, click on the 'Edit' tab, otherwise tick two square boxes under Declaration and click the 'Final Submission' tab.
Pay KLEE 2025 Application Fee
- Click on the 'Pay KLEE Application Fee' tab.
- Pay KLEE Application Fee through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or E-Challan Sub/Head Post Offices in Kerala and Lakshadweep.
- Select the mode of payment from Online Payment and E-Challan.
- On selecting E-Challan, Instruction for payment through E-Challan will appear, along with a link to Print E-Challan. Candidate should print E-Challan and follow the instruction to make payment through it.
- On selecting 'Online Payment', the candidate should click the 'Go for Payment' tab.
- Read payment instructions and 'Online Payment Policies' carefully. Then click on 'Proceed to Pay'.
- Make payment through Credit Card, Debit Card + ATM PIN or Internet Banking.
Upload Documents for KLEE Registration
Candidates will have to upload scanned images of their photograph. Candidates will also have to upload scanned images of the following certificates, wherever applicable:
- Certificate to Prove Nativity for Keralites.
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for SEBC/OEC Candidate.
- Inter-caste Marriage Certificate (child of an inter-caste marriage couple of whom one of them is SC/ST).
- Certificate for Ex-Service Men.
- Claim for Children of Serving Defence/Para Military.
Candidates will also have to upload certificates to validate their academic qualifications. Candidates will have to upload one of the following proof of Nativity:
- Copy of birth certificate issued by either panchayat or municipality or corporation, entailing details or candidate's place of birth in any State or Union Territory.
- Copy of Secondary School Leaving Certificate, depicting the place of birth in any State or Union Territory.
- Page of the passport showing the place of birth of the candidate.
- Original Certificate from a Village Officer or competent authority (in prescribed format) verifying candidate's nativity of any State or Union Territory.
KLEE 2025 Application Form: Retrieve Password or Application Number
In case candidate forgets password or application number for their KLEE Application Form, both of which are necessary to login into the account, the candidate can do so by first going to the following link - cee.kerala.gov.in and then clicking on the 'Candidate Login' tab.
How to Retrieve KLEE 2025 Password and Application Number
If you forget your KLEE 2025 password, you can retrieve it online. The process requires your application number and registered email ID.
- Click on the ‘Forgot your Password’ tab.
- Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and Registered Email ID.
- Click on the ‘Submit’ tab to receive an email with details regarding your password.
If you forget your application number, you can retrieve it using your name and password. Follow these steps:
- Click on the ‘Forgot your Application Number’ tab.
- Enter the Candidate’s Name, Date of Birth, and Password.
- Click on the ‘Submit’ tab to retrieve details on your Application Number.
KLEE 2025 Application Form: Details Provided
Candidates must fill in specific details in the KLEE 2025 Application Form. These details are divided into registration details and application details.
The following table lists the details asked during registration and how to fill them:
| Details Asked | Filling Criteria |
|---|---|
| Name of Applicant | Enter name as mentioned on certificates and identity proofs |
| Date of Birth | Select date of birth from drop-down options |
| Email ID | Mention correct email ID since all further correspondence will be done through it |
| Mobile Phone Number | Mention valid mobile number to receive updates |
| Set Password | Set a password that can be easily remembered |
Note: Details filled in the registration form must be absolutely correct because these details cannot be edited later on.
The following table lists the details asked in the application form and how to fill them:
| Details Asked | Filling Criteria |
|---|---|
| Select Examination Center | Choose between examination centers located at Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Thrissur or Kozhikode |
| Gender | Choose between male or female |
| Citizenship | Whether the candidate is Indian or non-Indian |
| Nativity | Whether the candidate is Keralite or non-Keralite |
| Aadhar No. | It is not mandatory |
| Name of Father | Mention the name of father correctly |
| Name of Mother | Mention the name of mother correctly |
| Name of Guardian | In absence of father and mother, mention name of legal guardian |
| Relationship with Guardian | Explain the relationship of the candidate with a legal guardian |
| Permanent Address | Permanent address of candidate with Pincode |
| Communication Address | Address on which candidate wants to receive correspondence regarding exam |
| Community and Category details of Candidate | If a candidate is Keralite, he/she has to mention details regarding community and category |
| Reservation Claims | Whether the candidate is claiming reservation under quotas like Ex-Service Man, Ex-Paramilitary, Sports, NCC or Physical Disability |
| Details of Qualifying Examination | Candidate needs to mention which is the qualifying examination, whether he/she has appeared for it or passed it, marks obtained and maximum number of marks, name of school and board/university and State from which qualifying exam has been given |
KLEE 2025 Application Form Correction
Candidates will not be given the chance to make changes to any of the details mentioned in their KLEE 2025 Application Form. Therefore, candidates are suggested to carefully and correctly fill in all the details.
- While filling the registration form and application form, the candidate gets the option to see a preview of the form.
- Changes can be made at that time before submitting the form.
- Subsequent to the final submission of KLEE Application Form, no requisition for modifications in details will be entertained by CEE.
KLEE 2025 Application Form FAQs
How many private self-financing law colleges participate in KLEE 2025 for a 5-year LLB course?
Currently, 18 private self-financing law colleges offer admission through allotment of Government merit seats. Any new additions will be mentioned on the official website.
What is the number of seats available for candidates appearing for KLEE 2025?
Four Government Law Colleges located in Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Kozhikode offer 80 seats each, implying a total of 32 seats are offered for allotment by Government Law Colleges. Meanwhile, the existing 18 private self-financing law colleges offer a total of 915 seats, with individual colleges offering a different number of seats.
If the candidate is unable to upload the photo to KLEE 2025 Application Form. What is the reason?
Photographs of a candidate must be uploaded in prescribed format and dimensions, which can be found in the ‘photo guideline’ on the application portal. If they are still unable to upload their photos, candidates can contact the conducting body’s helpline.
Is it necessary to complete all five steps involved in the online submission of supplication in a single sitting?
The source does not provide an answer to this question.
KLEE 2025: Frequently Asked Questions
How many law colleges participate in KLEE 2025?
Currently, 18 private self-financing law colleges offer admission through allotment of Government merit seats. Any new additions will be mentioned on the official website.
How many seats are available for KLEE 2025?
Four Government Law Colleges located in Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Kozhikode offer 80 seats each. This implies a total of 32 seats are offered for allotment by Government Law Colleges.
The existing 18 private self-financing law colleges offer a total of 915 seats. Individual colleges offer a different number of seats.
Why can't I upload my photo to the KLEE 2025 Application Form?
Photographs must be uploaded in the prescribed format and dimensions. These can be found in the photo guideline on the application portal.
If candidates are still unable to upload their photos, they can contact the conducting body's helpline.
Is it necessary to complete all five steps of the application in a single sitting?
It is not required to complete all steps in a single sitting. Subsequent to registration, the candidate can complete the remaining steps by logging into the account using their KLEE Application Form number and password.
Is a nativity certificate necessary for KLEE?
Yes, candidates are required to bring along their nativity certificate for document verification through KLEE 2025.
How do I register for KLEE 2025?
Candidates can apply for the exam online on the official website. Only online applications are accepted for the KLEE Entrance Exam.
Are KLEE and CEE the same?
KLEE is a state-level entrance exam conducted for admissions to 3-year/5-year LLB and LLM programs in law colleges across Kerala. CEE, or Commissioner of Entrance Examination, is responsible for conducting the KLEE entrance exam.