KLUEEE 2026 Difficulty Level Compared to JEE and EAMCET

Mode of Exam

Both Online and Offline, i.e. both computer-based & pen & paper-based

Online Computer-based mode

Duration of Exam

3 hours

3 hours

Total Number of Questions

75 questions

• 25 questions from Mathematics
• 25 questions from Physics
• 25 questions from Chemistry

90 questions

• 30 questions from Mathematics
• 30 questions from Physics
• 30 questions from Chemistry

The paper will be divided into two sections: Section A & B

Section-wise Topics

• Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Vectors, Coordinate Geometry, Probability
• Physics: Modern Physics, Mechanics, Optics, Electricity & Magnetism, Thermodynamics
• Chemistry: NCERT-based, Physical, Polymers, Organic, Inorganic, Biomolecules

• Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Vectors, Coordinate Geometry, Probability
• Physics: Modern Physics, Mechanics, Optics, Electricity & Magnetism, Thermodynamics
• Chemistry: NCERT-based, Physical, Polymers, Organic, Inorganic, Biomolecules

Total Marks

• 75 marks
• 1 mark will be allotted per question

• 300 marks
• 4 marks will be allotted per question

Type of Question

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

MCQs and Numerical Value Questions (NVQs)

Marking Scheme

No negative marking

• -1 mark will be deducted for incorrect MCQs
• No negative marking for NVQs

Distribution of Subjects or Topics

Equal number of questions are asked from all three subjects (25 questions from each)

Equal number of questions in each subject (30 questions from each)

Syllabus Level

Class 12 (in alignment with JEE syllabus)

Class 11 and 12 (Advanced JEE syllabus)

Difficulty Level

Moderate to High; similar to the difficulty level of JEE

Moderate to High; similar to the difficulty level of national-level competitive exams

Language Options

Multiple languages, including English and regional languages

Multiple, including English, Hindi, and regional languages

Overall Difficulty Level

Moderate to high

• High
• The exam is very competitive

Syllabus Topics

NCERT Class 12 topics

NCERT Class 11 & 12 + advanced topics

Difficulty Level of Mathematics

• Moderate
• Aligned with JEE but questions are generally shorter, less lengthy, and require calculations in multiple steps

• Moderate to High
• Questions are lengthier and must be solved in multiple steps applying advanced methods

Difficulty Level of Physics

• Moderate
• MCQs are conceptual and require real-life or practical application
• fewer numericals are asked

• Moderate to High
• Questions are conceptual and tough
• Many numericals are asked Can be solved through real-life applications and theoretical concepts

Difficulty Level of Chemistry

• Moderate
• This section is scoring since the concepts are asked from NCERT
• Questions are more direct and less tricky

• Moderate
• This section is comparatively scoring because it is NCERT-heavy
• Maximum questions are direct
• advanced application is required in Physical/ Organic chemistry

Nature of Questions

Questions are conceptual and problem-solving in nature

• Questions are analytical in nature
• They must be solved in multiple steps

Competitive Level

University level (regional/ national)

All-India or national level

Exam Pressure

Moderate

High, since lakhs of candidates apply for the exam

Time Management

75 questions must be answered in 180 minutes

90 questions must be answered in 180 minutes

Weightage of Topics

Equal number of questions from PCM

More questions are asked from Maths (heavier on numericals)

Benchmark

• The difficulty level is similar to that of JEE Main
• However, it is slightly easier than JEE

It can be regarded as one of the toughest UG engineering exams

How to Prepare

• Strengthen the fundamental concepts and basics at the JEE-level
• Practise more and more MCQs

• Preparation should be intensive
• You must refer to multiple sources
• PYQs can be of great help

Name of Exam

Koneru Lakshmaiah Engineering Entrance Examination

AP EAMCET / TS EAMCET

Conducting Body

KL (Deemed to be) University

APSCHE / TSCHE

Mode of Exam

Online (CBT) and Offline (Pen & Paper)

Online (CBT)

Duration of Exam

3 hours

3 hours

Total Number of Questions

75

160

Total Marks

75

160

Subjects Asked

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Section-wise Topics

• Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Probability, Coordinate Geometry, Vectors
• Physics: Electricity, Magnetism, Mechanics, Modern Physics, Thermodynamics, Optics
• Chemistry: NCERT-based topics, Organic, Inorganic, Physical Chemistry

• Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Probability, Coordinate Geometry, Vectors
• Physics: Electricity, Magnetism, Mechanics, Modern Physics, Thermodynamics, Optics
• Chemistry: NCERT-based topics, Organic, Inorganic, Physical Chemistry

Question Distribution

• 25 questions from Mathematics
• 25 questions from Physics
• 25 questions from Chemistry

• 80 questions from Mathematics
• 40 questions from Physics
• 40 questions from Chemistry

Type of Questions

MCQ

MCQ

Marking Scheme

• +1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer
• No negative marking for incorrect answers

• +1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer
• No negative marking for incorrect answers

Level of Questions Asked

Class 12 (in alignment with JEE Main)

Class 12 State Board

Language Options

English & other languages

Primarily English and Telugu but conducted in Urdu too at some centers

Difficulty Level

• Moderate to High
• similar to the difficulty level of JEE

• Moderate
• difficulty level is lower than KLUEEE and JEE Main

Special Features

• Lesser number of questions
• The focus should be on answering maximum number of questions with high accuracy and high speed
• The syllabus is aligned with JEE

• The number of questions asked is very high.
• You must master the art of quick answering
• The syllabus is aligned with that of 12th State Board

Overall Difficulty

• Moderate to High
• difficulty level is identical to that of JEE Main in scope and style

• Moderate
• difficulty level is lower than KLUEEE and JEE Main
• in alignment with state-level competitive exams

Difficulty Level of Mathematics

• Moderate to High
• Requires solving of JEE-aligned problems in-depth

• Moderate
• Direct questions on State Board syllabus

Difficulty Level of Physics

• Moderate to High
• MCQs are conceptual and based on application

• Moderate
• Direct questions that are not application-based

Difficulty Level of Chemistry

• Moderate
• Conceptual questions of the JEE-level that are scoring

• Moderate
• NCERT-based questions which are less difficult than KLUEEE

Depth of Questions

• Questions are conceptual, not direct
• Can be answered through application & analytical reasoning

• Questions are direct and fact-based
• Increase your speed to answer maximum questions within the stipulated time

Syllabus Focus

NCERT (Class 12) + topics asked in JEE Main

State Board Class 12

Framing of Questions

• Questions are to be solved in multiple steps.
• Significant time is spent to solve each question.

• Questions are direct and straightforward.
• They can be solved easily and quickly.

Speed vs Conceptual

Answering these questions requires conceptual depth and reasoning

Answering these questions requires speed and accuracy in fundamental concepts

Success Rate

• Lower
• Candidate intake is very selective
• Preparation is tougher

• Higher
• Admissions are broader
• More seats are available