According to the latest notification, candidates can make changes to their existing options until 5:00 PM on October 8, 2026. The second-phase provisional allotment is scheduled to be published on October 9, followed by the final allotment on October 10, 2026. Candidates who receive an allotment will subsequently have to pay the applicable fee and join the allotted institution within the prescribed period.

The second phase is being conducted for the 2026-27 academic session and covers a broad range of AYUSH and medical allied programmes offered through the Kerala centralized allotment process.

KEAM 2026 AYUSH Second Phase Allotment: Key Highlights

The notification also provides a facility for fresh option registration for NSS Homoeo Medical College, giving eligible candidates an additional opportunity to include the newly available option.

What Is the KEAM 2026 AYUSH Second Phase Allotment?

The second phase allotment is part of Kerala's centralized admission process for AYUSH and allied programmes.

Candidates who have valid options can participate by confirming their options online. During this stage, candidates may also rearrange or delete higher-order options according to their preferences.

The allotment is prepared after processing the candidates' valid options along with their merit and the availability of seats.

Candidates should understand that merely having options registered does not guarantee an allotment. The final result depends on merit, eligibility, seat availability and the order of options submitted by the candidate.

Courses Covered Under the Second Phase

The second phase covers several AYUSH and allied programmes.

AYUSH Courses

The major AYUSH programmes included are:

• BAMS – Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery

• BHMS – Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery

• BSMS – Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery

• BUMS – Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery

These programmes provide professional pathways in India's traditional systems of medicine and are offered through eligible institutions participating in the Kerala centralized allotment process.

Medical Allied and Other Courses

The second phase also covers several other programmes, including:

• BSc (Hons) Agriculture

• BSc (Hons) Forestry

• BSc (Hons) Horticulture

• BSc (Hons) Co-operation & Banking

• BSc (Hons) Climate Change & Environmental Science

• BSc MSc Integrated Biology

• BSc MSc Integrated Microbiology

• BTech Biotechnology

• BVSc & AH

• BFSc

Thus, the second-phase allotment is not limited to conventional AYUSH programmes and provides opportunities across several professional and allied fields.

KEAM 2026 AYUSH Second Phase Allotment Schedule

Candidates should carefully note the revised timeline because the option-confirmation deadline is approaching.

Candidates should complete option confirmation well before the deadline rather than waiting until the last few hours.

Option Confirmation Is Mandatory

Candidates with valid options who wish to participate in the second phase must confirm their options through their Option Registration Page.

The confirmation process is particularly important because options that are not confirmed as required may not be considered for the subsequent allotment.

Candidates should log in to the KEAM candidate portal and carefully review their existing options before confirming them.

The CEE prospectus states that candidates participating in subsequent phases are required to confirm their valid options through the online option-registration facility.

Candidates Can Rearrange Their Options

The second-phase facility allows candidates to modify the order of their higher-order choices.

This means candidates should take the opportunity to reassess their preferences before the deadline.

For example, a candidate who initially placed a particular BAMS college below another institution may decide to move it higher based on location, fees, academic preference or other considerations.

Candidates should carefully check the complete option list before final confirmation.

Candidates Can Delete Unwanted Options

Candidates may also delete higher-order options that they are no longer interested in.

Removing unwanted options can help ensure that the allotment process reflects the candidate's current preferences.

However, candidates should exercise caution before deleting an option. Once an option is removed or becomes unavailable under the applicable allotment rules, it may not be possible to recover it in a later phase unless specifically permitted by CEE.

Fresh Option Registration for NSS Homoeo Medical College

An important feature of the latest notification is the availability of fresh option registration for NSS Homoeo Medical College.

Eligible candidates interested in this institution should check the option-registration facility and add the college to their preference list if they wish to be considered.

Candidates should verify the course, eligibility conditions and applicable admission requirements before adding the new option.

Provisional Allotment on October 9

After the option-confirmation window closes, CEE will process the valid options.

The provisional second-phase allotment is scheduled for October 9, 2026.

Candidates should log in to the official KEAM portal to check whether they have received an allotment.

The provisional stage gives the authority an opportunity to complete the allotment process before publication of the final result.

Final Allotment on October 10

The final second-phase allotment is scheduled to be published on October 10, 2026.

Candidates who receive an allotment should download their allotment memo and carefully read the instructions provided.

The allotment memo generally contains important information regarding the allotted college/course and the fee to be remitted.

Candidates must follow the prescribed admission procedure within the stipulated period.

Fee Payment and Joining

Candidates who receive a seat must pay the applicable fee and join the allotted institution during the specified joining period.

For the second phase, candidates allotted seats are scheduled to join between October 11 and October 14, 2026, up to 4:00 PM.

Failure to pay the prescribed fee and join the allotted course within the stipulated period can have serious consequences.

Under the KEAM allotment rules, candidates who fail to remit the required fee and join the allotted course can lose the allotment as well as their existing options in the relevant stream.

Fee Rules for Self-Financing AYUSH Colleges

Candidates allotted seats in self-financing Ayurveda, Siddha and Unani colleges should pay particular attention to the fee instructions.

The fee structure for the 2026-27 academic year at self-financing Ayurveda, Siddha and Unani colleges has not been finally fixed in the notification.

Candidates allotted seats in such institutions are required to make the applicable provisional payment based on the prescribed previous-year fee. If the fee subsequently fixed for 2026-27 is higher, candidates may be required to pay the difference.

Therefore, candidates should carefully consider the financial implications before confirming their choices.

How to Confirm Options for KEAM 2026 AYUSH Second Phase

Candidates can follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the CEE Kerala Website

Go to the official CEE Kerala website and access the KEAM 2026 candidate portal.

Step 2: Login

Enter the required login credentials to access the candidate's option-registration page.

Step 3: Review Existing Options

Check all the previously registered courses and colleges.

Step 4: Rearrange Options

Move preferred institutions or courses higher in the list if required.

Step 5: Delete Unwanted Options

Remove options that the candidate no longer wishes to consider.

Step 6: Add Eligible New Options

Candidates eligible for newly added options, including the NSS Homoeo Medical College option where applicable, should add them to their preference list.

Step 7: Confirm Options

Click the relevant Confirm option and complete the process before 5:00 PM on October 8.

Step 8: Save the Confirmation

Candidates should retain a printout or digital copy of the final confirmed options for future reference.

What Happens If a Candidate Gets an Allotment?

Candidates who receive an allotment should carefully read the allotment memo.

The next steps generally include:

1.    Downloading the allotment memo.

2.    Checking the allotted course and college.

3.    Paying the prescribed fee or balance fee.

4.    Reporting to the allotted institution.

5.    Completing document verification and admission formalities.

6.    Joining the course within the prescribed deadline.

Candidates should not assume that simply receiving an allotment completes the admission process.

What Happens to Existing Options After Allotment?

The KEAM allotment process operates through the candidate's registered options.

Candidates should therefore understand the consequences of accepting or failing to join an allotted seat.

If a candidate does not remit the prescribed fee and join the allotted course within the specified period, the candidate can lose the allotment and existing options in the relevant stream.

Similarly, discontinuing a course after admission in circumstances covered by the KEAM rules can result in the loss of the allotment and options.

Important Documents to Keep Ready

Candidates should keep the necessary documents prepared before reporting to the allotted institution.

These may include:

• KEAM 2026 application details

• NEET-related documents, wherever applicable

• Allotment memo

• Class 10 certificate

• Class 12 certificate and marksheet

• Transfer certificate

• Conduct certificate

• Eligibility certificates, where applicable

• Category/community certificate, if applicable

• Income certificate, where required

• Nativity/domicile-related documents, where applicable

• Passport-size photographs

• Valid identity proof

• Other documents prescribed by the allotted institution or CEE Kerala

Candidates should check the latest admission instructions for the exact document requirements.

Candidates Should Make Their Choices Carefully

Option confirmation is one of the most important stages of the centralized allotment process.

Candidates should not arrange options solely on the basis of perceived popularity. They should consider:

• Course preference

• College reputation

• Academic environment

• Clinical or practical exposure

• Location

• Hostel availability

• Fee structure

• Travel requirements

• Future career plans

• Availability of seats

• Personal priorities

For candidates interested in AYUSH education, the choice between BAMS, BHMS, BSMS and BUMS should also be based on their long-term academic and professional interests.

Important Points to Remember

Candidates participating in KEAM 2026 AYUSH second-phase allotment should remember:

• Option confirmation began on October 3, 2026.

• The final deadline is October 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

• Candidates can confirm, rearrange or delete eligible higher-order options.

• Fresh option registration is available for NSS Homoeo Medical College.

• Provisional allotment is scheduled for October 9.

• Final allotment is scheduled for October 10.

• Allotted candidates must pay the applicable fee and join within the prescribed period.

• Joining is scheduled from October 11 to October 14, up to 4:00 PM.

• Colleges must update admitted candidate details through OAMS by 5:00 PM on October 14.

• Candidates should download and retain their allotment memo.

• Failure to join an allotted course can result in loss of the allotment and existing options.

Conclusion

The KEAM 2026 AYUSH Second Phase Allotment provides another important opportunity for eligible candidates seeking admission to Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Siddha, Unani and various medical allied programmes in Kerala.

With the option-confirmation deadline set for October 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM, candidates should immediately review their existing preferences and make any necessary changes. The facility allows eligible candidates to confirm, rearrange or delete higher-order options, while a fresh option-registration facility has also been introduced for NSS Homoeo Medical College.

The provisional allotment will be published on October 9, followed by the final allotment on October 10. Candidates who receive seats must then complete fee payment and admission formalities within the prescribed joining window.

Aspirants should remember that option selection plays a critical role in the centralized allotment process. Candidates are therefore advised to arrange their preferences carefully after considering their course interests, college preferences, fee structure, location and long-term career plans.