KMTC online application in 2026: Portal, requirements, deadline
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The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) offers seamless online services to prospective and ongoing students. It is a renowned medical institution in Kenya. The college accepts regular and parallel students and offers certificates, diplomas, and higher diplomas in various fields. Find out the steps involved in a KMTC online application in 2026. TUKO.co.ke also consulted an education and research expert for analysis of KMTC applications.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- KMTC online application in 2026
- Has the KMTC portal opened?
- How can you apply to KMTC in 2026?
- How can you apply for KMTC as a regular student?
- Can you apply for KMTC through KUCCPS?
- Which documents are required for the KMTC application?
- Is the KMTC application for the September 2026 intake open?
- How much does KMTC nursing school cost?
- Can KMTC students get fees sponsorships other than from government?
- How do you apply for KMTC directly?
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Key takeaways
- All KMTC applications in 2026 are submitted online via the KMTC portal or through the KUCCPS website.
- Applicants must meet the required KCSE subject combinations and minimum grade points for their chosen course.
- The deadlines vary by intake, with the March 2026 intake already closed.
- If you missed the deadline, you can apply later for the September 2026 intake.
- Applicants should check the KMTC website and social media pages regularly for the latest information on intakes and admission lists.
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KMTC online application in 2026
The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) recently closed its online application portal for the March 2026 intake. Those who applied are waiting for feedback as of late February 2026, while those who missed the opportunity can try the next intake.
Here is a look at the processes, requirements, and guidelines for KMTC applicants. Note that all KMTC applications are submitted online through the application portal.
KMTC online application deadline in 2026
The application period for the KMTC March 2026 intake is closed. The KMTC portal was opened for applications on 7 January 2026 and closed on 27 January 2026.
During this period, applicants were invited to apply for various KMTC programmes through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service, commonly known as the KUCCPS portal.
As per the norm, there will be a September 2026 intake. Prospective students are encouraged to visit the KMTC website to confirm when the KMTC admission portal will be opened for the next intake.
How to access the KMTC admission portal
To access the KMTC admission portal, please follow these steps:
1. Visit the KMTC Admission portal.
- If you already have an account, enter your username and password to log in.
- If you're a new user, click on the Register option to create an account. You'll need to provide your Registration Number/Admission Number/PF no./Employee Number and set a password. A confirmation link will be sent to your email.
KMTC courses and qualifications in 2026
Below is a brief overview of the programmes offered at KMTC.
KMTC higher diploma courses
Check out the list of higher diploma courses offered in the institution.
- Optometry (Contact Lenses)
- Diagnostic Equipment
- Dialysis
- Therapeutic Equipment
- Occupational Therapy (Renal Rehabilitation)
- Community-Based Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapy)
- Orthopaedic Technology (Orthotics)
- Orthopaedic Technology (Prosthetics)
- Orthopaedic Manual Therapy
- Women's Health and Pelvic Rehabilitation
- Neuro-Rehabilitation
- Health Education & Promotion
- Renal Nutrition
- Food Science and Inspection
- Solid Waste Management
- Medical Social Work (Gender Based Violence)
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Epidemiology
- Radiography and Imaging Ultrasonography
- Radiation Therapy
- Computed Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Health Professions Education
- Health Systems Management (Distance Learning)
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Renal Pharmacy
- Family Health Nursing (Distance learning)
- Perioperative Nursing
- Palliative Care Nursing
- Nephrology Nursing
- Ophthalmic Nursing
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Critical Care Nursing
- Kenya Registered Nurse Anaesthesia
- Orthopaedic Trauma Medicine
- Orthopaedic Trauma Medicine
- Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine (Paediatrics)
KMTC diploma courses and qualifications
Below is a list of the diploma courses offered at KMTC. A KCSE mean grade of C (or equivalent) with a relevant combination of subjects is the key qualification.
- Dental Technology
- Optometry
- Medical Engineering
- Occupational Therapy
- Orthopaedic Technology
- Physiotherapy
- Health Promotion
- Community Health
- Community Oral Health
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Public Health
- Medical Social Work
- Radiography and Imaging
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Health Records and Information Technology
- Pharmacy
- Community Health Nursing
- Kenya Registered Nursing and Midwifery
- Registered Nursing Mental Health & Psychiatry
- Health Counseling
- Clinical Medicine and Surgery
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Mortuary Science
- Orthopaedic & Trauma Medicine (Paediatrics)
- Kenya Registered Nursing
KMTC certificate courses
Below are the certificate courses in KMTC and their requirements. The minimum aggregate requirement is a C- in KCSE.
- Medical Engineering
- Community Health Assistant
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Public Health
- Health Records and Information
- Community Health Nursing
- Emergency Medical Technician
Short courses
The institution also offers short courses, as listed below.
- HIV Training and Counselling Services (HTS)
- Adherence Counseling
- Echocardiography
- Monitoring & evaluation
- Healthcare Entrepreneurship
- Infection Prevention and Control for Healthcare Workers
- Infection Prevention and Control for Non-Healthcare Professionals
- Leadership Development Program
- Safe Phlebotomy
- First aid and basic life support
- Sign Language for Health Workers
- Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Point of Care Ultrasound for Midwives
- Regional anaesthesia and Acute Pain Management
- Upper Extremity Splinting in Occupational Therapy
- Community Mental Health
- International English Language Course
KMTC online application requirements in 2026
Only people who meet certain criteria should apply to join KMTC. The application requirements or entry criteria depend on the programme you wish to pursue or the level of training. Check the table below for more details.
- Certificate: A minimum aggregate of C- with a relevant combination of subjects.
- Diploma: KCSE mean grade of C (or equivalent) with a relevant combination of subjects such as English, Kiswahili, Biology, Biological Sciences, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Physical Sciences.
- Higher diploma: Holders of basic diplomas in relevant fields and at least two years of working experience.
- Short courses: Individuals and groups interested in any course or courses can make a written request for arrangements to be made.
NB: Prospective students are encouraged to check the relevant subject combinations for the courses they are interested in. They should also note that supporting documents backing up their applications are a must. These include valid identification documents and relevant academic and professional certificates.
How to apply to KMTC
Below are the instructions you should follow when applying to KMTC.
- Go through the college brochure or the intake advert for information on the various courses offered and their specific entry requirements.
- Visit the KMTC website.
- Click Apply Now on the homepage (This option will be available when the portal is open for applications).
- You will be redirected to the KMTC student portal for applications.
- Download and read the application instructions.
- Next, create an account on the portal by clicking Register on the top right of the page. If you have an account already, enter your login details.
- On the left sidebar of the personal dashboard, click Application, then Apply Preservice.
- Enter the required information. Ascertain that all the information is accurate.
- Follow the prompts to complete the application documents.
- Attach the relevant documents as prompted. Note that this step may be temporarily waived.
- Submit your application and wait for communication.
How can you contact KMTC?
Here are the different ways you can contact the institution in case of any queries
- Postal address: P.O. Box 15494, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
- Email address: info@kmrc.co.ke/ communications@kmrc.co.ke
- Telephone: +254 111 022 400
- Facebook: @Kenya Medical Training College
- X (Twitter): @Kmtc_official
Has the KMTC portal opened?
The Kenya Medical Training College application portal for 2026 is accessible online. However, the application period for the March 2025 intake has concluded, and prospective students should wait to apply for the September 2026 intake. Usually, the portal is opened in July for the September intake.
How can you apply to KMTC in 2026?
Simply visit the portal, register an account, and follow the prompts to submit your application.
How can you apply for KMTC as a regular student?
You can apply on the KMTC application portal or the KUCCPS students' portal.
Can you apply for KMTC through KUCCPS?
Yes, you can. Applications can be submitted online via the KUCCPS students' portal.
Which documents are required for the KMTC application?
You require valid identification documents and copies of your academic certificates to apply for the course you desire.
Is the KMTC application for the September 2026 intake open?
The application portal is currently closed. It was opened on July 24, 2026 and closed on August 11, 2026.
How much does KMTC nursing school cost?
The annual tuition fee for nursing programmes is between KES 70,000 and KES 120,000.
Speaking exclusively to TUKO.co.ke, Dr. Hillary Shikokoti, an education and research consultant and the managing director of Brainsbrand Consultancy and ProfHill Consultancy, argued that parents and guardians should not view fee differences at KMTC as indicating that one course is more valuable than another. He explained:
Fees should not be viewed as arbitrary, but neither should every difference be assumed to be a judgment about the value of one course over another. Programmes with smaller cohorts may also have a higher per-student cost because specialised laboratories, equipment and highly qualified staff must be maintained even when the number of learners is relatively small.
Institutions consider the cost of delivery: contact hours, specialist teaching staff, laboratories and simulation facilities, consumables, equipment, clinical supervision, accreditation and examination requirements, technology, student services, transport, attachment arrangements and the length or mode of the programme. Health training is often cost-intensive because learning must move beyond lectures into supervised practical competence.
He continued:
At KMTC, the published schedule shows that fee variation does not arise only from the course title. It also reflects the learner category, mode and level. For example, the 2025/2026 document sets Regular Year 1 charges at KSh 82,200, East Africa Year 1 charges at KSh 122,200 and Foreign Year 1 charges at KSh 252,200.
The lesson is simple: parents should compare like with like. A figure for a Regular diploma student cannot be used to price a higher diploma, an e-learning course, an East African student, a foreign student or a course with intensive skills-lab and attachment requirements.
Can KMTC students get fees sponsorships other than from government?
The higher education consultant also noted that prospective KMTC students should not assume that government support is the only way to raise fees, as there are other options available. Dr. Shikokoti remarked:
Prospective students should not treat one government-support channel as the only route. The strongest approach is to assemble a funding portfolio: the formal HEF/HELB application, KMTC/HELB schemes where eligible, constituency bursary support, credible foundation or employer sponsorship/private scholarships slightly more prominently, particularly for students already working or those whose employers benefit from upgrading their qualifications and a realistic household plan for the costs that awards may not cover.
For 2026/2027, the official HEF portal says first-time applications for TVET and undergraduate loans, bursaries and scholarships are open, subject to the stated eligibility requirements and an official admission letter. HELB’s guidance also describes a Certificate/Diploma TVET subsequent-loan route and says notifications may cover upkeep, tuition and, where applicable, bursary.
Applicants should apply only through the official portal or approved HELB channels, retain the confirmation, and never pay an intermediary to “process” an award.
KMTC also lists its Students’ Finance Scheme, described as a government-provided revolving fund managed by HELB, available to KMTC students and repayable at 4% interest once the borrower obtains employment. The same page lists the Rattansi Educational Trust, NG-CDF and Toyota Kenya Foundation among potential support routes and notes Johnson & Johnson support through HELB for students in Higher Diploma Nursing.
These are opportunities to investigate, not blanket guarantees; the applicant must check the current call, course scope, evidence-of-need rules and closing date.
How do you apply for KMTC directly?
You can apply via the application portal. Note that this is something you should do by yourself. It is not advisable to pay a third party to apply on your behalf.
The KMTC online application process is straightforward for people who have read through the instructions keenly. Be on the lookout for the next intake if you wish to join this institution.
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