KEAM 2027: Kerala Grants 20 Minutes Extra Exam Time per Hour for Candidates with Type 1 Diabetes
Published 14 Nov 20264 min read
The Kerala government has announced additional examination time for candidates with Type 1 diabetes appearing for the Kerala Engineering, Architecture and Medical (KEAM) 2027 entrance examination. Under the new provision, eligible candidates will receive 20 minutes of extra time for every one hour of the examination. The decision aims to support students who may need additional time during the examination to monitor their blood glucose levels or manage changes in blood sugar. Candidates seeking this facility must produce a medical certificate issued by a doctor. The Kerala authorities are expected to include detailed instructions regarding the additional time facility and application procedure in the official KEAM 2027 prospectus.
KEAM 2027: Extra Time for Type 1 Diabetes Candidates
According to the announced provision, candidates with Type 1 diabetes will receive an additional 20 minutes for every hour of the examination.
For example:
- One-hour examination: 20 minutes of extra time.
- Two-hour examination: 40 minutes of extra time.
- Three-hour examination: 60 minutes of extra time.
The additional time will allow candidates to check their glucose levels and manage medical requirements during the examination without losing their regular examination time.
What Can Candidates with Type 1 Diabetes Carry into the KEAM 2027 Exam Hall?
The decision also allows eligible candidates to carry essential diabetes management supplies into the examination hall, subject to security checks.
Permitted items include:
- Insulin pens and insulin pumps.
- Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems.
- Glucose tablets.
- Drinking water.
- Snacks and food items.
- Fruits.
These facilities are intended to help candidates manage their medical needs while appearing for the entrance examination.
How to Claim Extra Examination Time in KEAM 2027?
Candidates with Type 1 diabetes who wish to receive the additional examination time must provide a valid medical certificate issued by a doctor.
Candidates should follow these steps:
- Obtain a medical certificate confirming Type 1 diabetes from a doctor.
- Read the official KEAM 2027 prospectus carefully.
- Follow the prescribed procedure for submitting the medical certificate.
- Check the instructions regarding permission to carry diabetes management supplies into the examination hall.
- Follow the examination authority's verification and security procedures.
The detailed application and documentation requirements are expected to be provided in the KEAM 2027 prospectus.
Kerala Extends Examination Support to KEAM Candidates
Kerala had previously introduced a similar additional-time provision for candidates with Type 1 diabetes appearing in examinations conducted by higher education institutions and professional colleges in the state. The latest decision extends this facility to the KEAM entrance examination, providing eligible candidates with additional time and permission to carry essential medical supplies.
KEAM 2027: Official Updates and Prospectus
Candidates are advised to check the official KEAM 2027 prospectus for detailed guidelines, medical certificate requirements and instructions regarding permitted items inside the examination hall. Students should rely on official notifications for the latest updates regarding KEAM 2027 registration and examination procedures.
