HELB Opens Training Loan Applications for Civil Servants
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The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has opened applications for the Civil Servants Training Revolving Fund.
In a public notice on Monday, August 24, HELB said eligible civil servants can access loans of up to Ksh500,000 to further their studies.
According to HELB, the loans attract an interest rate of 4 percent per year and can be repaid over a period of between 12 and 72 months.
“Advance your career with HELB’s Civil Servants Training Revolving Fund. Take the next step towards professional growth with quick loan processing, flexible repayment period of 12–72 months, competitive interest rates, and financing of up to Ksh500,000,” HELB stated.
The Board noted that the financing is available to civil servants working in the National Government, County Governments, the National Police Service (NPS) and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
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HELB mentioned that eligible programmes include PhD and Master’s studies, postgraduate diplomas and diplomas, and approved professional courses offered by recognized universities and colleges.
Interested civil servants are required to apply for the loans through the HELB Portal at www.hef.co.ke.
This comes weeks after HELB opened applications for Jielimishe loans in the 2026/2027 academic year.
In a public notice on Thursday, August 5, the board said the Jielimishe loans target salaried learners.
“HELB 2026/27 Jielimishe Loan application for salaried learners is now open! Take the next step in your career with the Jielimishe Loan,” read the notice in part.
According to HELB, learners can borrow up to Ksh600,000, which is repayable between 12 and 48 months.
The board noted that the loans are quickly processed and have an interest rate of 10 percent per year.
“Enjoy quick loan processing, a flexible repayment period of 12–48 months, competitive interest rates, and financing of up to Ksh600,000,” HELB stated.
To apply for the Jielimishe loan, students are required to visit the Higher Education Financing Portal http://bit.ly/45rSFk9 and submit their applications.
Reporting originally appeared via Nairobi Leo. Read the full source for additional context.