KLEEE 2026, or the KL Engineering Entrance Exam 2026, is a university-level engineering entrance test conducted by KL University, Hyderabad, for admission to its undergraduate B.Tech programs. The exam is held annually in three phases—Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III—providing multiple opportunities for candidates to qualify. It is conducted in both online and offline modes, lasting three hours with a structure consisting of 75 multiple-choice questions divided equally among Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. KL University has announced the KLEEE 2026 Phase 1 exam from November 14 to 18. The application will be begins from September 18, 2025 and deadline is November 12, and admit cards will be issued on November 13.
The eligibility for KLEEE 2026 requires candidates to have passed or be appearing in their 12th standard or equivalent examination with at least 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Mathematics, and English. Additionally, those holding valid scores from national-level exams like JEE Main or JEE Advanced can also seek admission through KLEEE’s counselling process.
Admission is based on the candidate's performance in KLEEE or recognized national tests, followed by counselling and interviews. Results for each phase are declared separately, with merit lists generated to facilitate seat allocation in engineering disciplines such as Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mechanical Engineering, and Biotechnology.
For candidates aiming for KL University’s engineering programs, KLEEE 2026 offers a well-structured entry pathway with flexible attempts and multiple evaluation opportunities.
Here are the key dates for KLEEE 2026, including important scheduling information for prospective applications.
Events
Phase 1
Application begins
September 18, 2025
Application deadline
November 12, 2025
Admit Card Release
November 13, 2025
KLEEE 2026 exam date (Phase 1)
November 14-18, 2025
Announcement of Results
Announced soon
The requirements applicants must fulfill in order to be considered for admission are outlined in the KLEEE 2026 eligibility criteria. These include nationality, educational background, subject prerequisites, and extra rules for applicants who are taking their final exams or who have a valid JEE Main scorecard.
Nationality: To be eligible to apply, candidates must be Indian citizens, non-resident Indians, or holders of a PIO card.
Qualifications: Candidates must have graduated from any accredited board with a class 12 diploma or its equivalent.
Marks: To be eligible, a candidate must receive at least 60% of the possible points in the qualifying exam.
Subjects: English, math, and physics are required subjects on the qualifying exam, which candidates must have passed.
Appearing: Students taking their final exams are also eligible to apply.
Scores: Candidates with a valid JEE Main scores are also eligible to apply.
The KLEEE 2026 application form will be available through both online and offline modes, starting date is September 18, 2025 and last date of application is November 12, 2026. Here’s how the process works
The KLEEE 2026 admit card will be released online by KL University for each exam phase—typically a few days before the respective phase date—via the official website (kluniversity.in). Registered candidates must download the admit card themselves, as it will not be sent through post or any offline means.
The KLEEE 2026 syllabus is based on the 10+2 (Class 12) curriculum and covers topics from Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Below are the major topics/units for each subject:
The KLEEE 2026 exam pattern is structured to assess candidates' proficiency across three core subjects: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. The key features of the exam pattern are as follows:
Subjects
No of Questions
Physics
25
Chemistry
Mathematics
Total
75
Marking Scheme: Each correct answer is worth 1 mark. There is no negative marking for incorrect or un-attempted questions.
The university will announce the KLEEE Results 2026 online, which can be accessed via the official website. To obtain their results, applicants must enter their login information, such as their roll number and date of birth.
KL University offers extensive scholarships to reward and support students who excel in the KLEEE 2026 entrance exam, as well as those with outstanding academic records and achievements in other categories.
KLEEE 2026 Rank
Tuition fee waiver (%)
1-100
100%
101 – 300
50%
301 – 700
25%
701-1000
15%
1001-2000
10%
Academic Achievement (PCM/PCB or Aggregate)
≥ 95% or equivalent
Up to 25%
90% – 95%
15-20 %
85%- 90%
10-15 %
CBSE ≥ 9.2 CGPA / AP or TS Inter ≥990 marks
Up to 100%
Following the announcement of the results, candidates will attend KLEEE Counselling 2026. Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on their position on the KLEEE 2026 merit list.
During counselling, applicants must provide their original documents for verification. Seat allocation will be determined by the number of available seats and the candidate's placement on the merit list. To guarantee their places, aspirants must pay an admissions fee.
The general instructions for KLEEE 2026 exam day will largely follow the established guidelines from previous years to ensure a smooth and fair examination process. These include:
Ques.1 Who is eligible to apply for KLEEE 2026?
Ans. Indian citizens, NRIs, and PIO cardholders who have passed or are appearing in their 12th standard (or equivalent) with at least 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Mathematics, and English are eligible. Candidates with valid JEE Main scorecards can also apply.
Ques.2 How can I apply for KLEEE 2026?
Ans. Applications open in phases, starting typically from the fourth week of October 2025. Candidates can apply online or offline by filling the application form, uploading documents, and paying a fee of Rs. 1000.
Ques.3 When will the KLEEE 2026 results be announced?
Ans. Results for Phase I will be announced soon. Results are declared online and based on these, merit lists and cut-offs are prepared for counselling
Ques.4 What will be the marking scheme in KLEEE 2026?
Ans. The marking scheme for KLEEE 2026 will be as follows:
Ques.5 Is there any age limit for appearing in KLEEE 2026?
Ans. There is no upper age limit for appearing in KLEEE 2026.
ICFAI Business School (IBS)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Type: Private
R V University
Bangalore, Karnataka
Type: Private University
Lovely Professional University (LPU)
Jalandhar, Punjab
Chandigarh University
Mohali, Punjab
Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh
Unnao, Uttar Pradesh
Institute of Public Enterprise (IPE)
GITAM University
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Type: Deemed to be University
KL University
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Hyderabad Business School, GITAM University
Medak, Telangana
MIT-WPU
Pune, Maharashtra
ICFAI University (IFHE)
MIT Vishwaprayag University (MIT VPU)
Solapur, Maharashtra
Maharishi Markandeshwar University
Ambala, Haryana
Universal AI University
Raigad, Maharashtra
DIT University
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Mohan Babu University(MBU)
Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh
DOMS - Nalsar University
Type: Public
SRM University, Andhra Pradesh
UPES Dehradun
VIT-AP University
VIT University
Vellore, Tamil Nadu
SRM University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Manipal University
Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka
Woxsen University
Christ University
Reva University
Sathyabama University, Chennai