The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has officially opened the application window for the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) March 2026 intake, offering thousands of students the opportunity to pursue careers in the critical field of health sciences.
The application period began on January 7 and will close on January 27, 2026 – a tight three-week window that prospective students are urged not to miss. The intake targets candidates who sat their Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations in 2024 or earlier. Those awaiting 2025 KCSE results will have to apply for the September 2026 intake instead.
KMTC, widely regarded as Kenya’s leading institution for mid-level health professionals training, is offering an extensive range of programmes across diploma and certificate levels, all focused on addressing the country’s growing demand for skilled healthcare workers.
Wide Array of Health Sciences Programmes Available
The March 2026 intake features 21 diploma programmes and 9 certificate programmes, providing pathways into diverse and essential healthcare roles.
Diploma Programmes:
– Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing
– Kenya Registered Nursing, Mental Health & Psychiatry
– Kenya Registered Nursing & Midwifery
– Community Oral Health
– Nutrition & Dietetics
– Health Records and Information Technology
– Radiography & Imaging
– Medical Laboratory Sciences
– Medical Engineering
– Dental Technology
– Optometry
– Orthopaedic Technology
– Occupational Therapy
– Physiotherapy
– Orthopedic & Trauma Medicine
– Public Health
– Medical Social Work
– Health Counselling
– Community Health
– Emergency Medical Technology
– Pharmacy
Certificate Programmes:
– Health Records and Information Technology
– Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nursing
– Nutrition & Dietetics
– Medical Engineering
– Orthopedic Trauma Medicine
– Public Health
– Community Health Assistant
– Medical Emergency Technician
– Health Insurance Management
These programmes are designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge needed to serve in hospitals, community health centres, and specialized facilities across Kenya.
Step-by-Step Guide to Applying
The application process is fully online through the KUCCPS student portal and is straightforward for eligible candidates.
1. Visit students.kuccps.ac.ke and log in using your KCSE index number (as username) and either your birth certificate number or KCPE index number (as password).
2. Navigate to the “KMTC Programmes” section to view available courses and confirm you meet the minimum subject and grade requirements. The portal automatically filters out programmes for which you do not qualify.
3. Choose up to four programmes in order of preference and note their unique programme codes.
4. Proceed to the “KMTC Application” tab, click “Apply Now,” and enter the programme codes starting with your top choice.
5. Submit the application and pay the non-refundable processing fee of KSh 1,500 via the payment options provided on the portal.
Applicants are strongly advised to complete the process well before the January 27 deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues or payment delays.
With Kenya continuing to strengthen its healthcare system, a qualification from KMTC remains one of the most reliable routes to stable and impactful employment in the medical field. Aspiring nurses, technicians, therapists, and public health officers now have a limited but golden opportunity to take the next step toward their careers.
For more details or assistance, visit the official KUCCPS portal or the KMTC website.
