How to Apply to Kenya Medical Training College: Complete Guide

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KMTC admission is competitive and the application process has specific steps that must be followed correctly. Here is the complete guide.

Check Your Eligibility First

Before applying, confirm you meet the requirements for your chosen KMTC programme: Clinical Medicine — KCSE C plain with C in Biology AND C in Chemistry or Physics. Nursing (KRCHN) — KCSE C plain with C in Biology AND C in English or Kiswahili. Pharmacy — KCSE C plain with C in Biology AND C in Chemistry. Medical Laboratory — KCSE C plain with C in Biology AND C in Chemistry. All programmes: Kenyan citizen, age 17–35 at time of admission, medical fitness, and good conduct. If your grades do not meet the subject requirements for your preferred programme, identify an alternative programme where your grades qualify before applying.

The Online Application Process

Step 1 — Visit kmtc.ac.ke and navigate to the Admissions section. Step 2 — Create an account on the KMTC online application portal (email address and password required). Step 3 — Complete the personal details section of your application (name, date of birth, county of origin, contact details). Step 4 — Enter your KCSE results (index number, year, school, subject grades). Step 5 — Select your programme preference (up to 3 programmes in order of preference) and your campus preference (up to 3 campuses in order of preference). Step 6 — Upload required documents. Step 7 — Pay the application fee through the specified payment channels (M-Pesa or bank). Step 8 — Submit your application before the closing date. Print or save your application confirmation number.

Required Documents

Documents required for the KMTC application: certified copy of KCSE certificate or result slip, certified copy of birth certificate, certified copy of national ID (or parent/guardian ID for applicants under 18), two recent passport-size photographs, and the application fee payment confirmation. ‘Certified copies’ means stamped by a Commissioner for Oaths, a bank manager, or a government officer — photocopies alone are not accepted. Prepare these before the application window opens so you are ready to submit on day one.

💡 Tip: KMTC application windows are typically open for 4–6 weeks and are heavily oversubscribed for clinical medicine and nursing programmes. Submit your application in the first week of the window — not near the deadline. Early submission gives you the advantage of being processed before the portal becomes congested and before popular campus-programme combinations fill up.

Medical Examination After Shortlisting

Shortlisted KMTC applicants are required to undergo a medical examination at a government hospital or approved facility before final admission. The medical examination assesses: general physical fitness, vision and hearing (essential for clinical practice), absence of communicable diseases, and physical suitability for the health training programme. Applicants who do not pass the medical examination are not admitted regardless of their academic qualifications. Do not delay your medical examination once notified — the medical clearance window is typically limited.

Accepting Your Admission

Successful KMTC applicants receive an admission letter specifying: their campus, programme, and reporting date. Accept your admission by: paying the first semester fee by the specified deadline (the admission letter will specify the fee payment deadline and method), presenting the fee payment confirmation and required documents at your campus on the specified reporting date, and collecting your student registration materials at the campus during reporting week. Failure to report by the specified date or to pay fees by the deadline forfeits your admission place.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does KMTC open applications?
KMTC applications typically open in March–April each year for September intake. Monitor kmtc.ac.ke and KMTC’s official social media from February for the current year’s application window announcement.
Can I apply to KMTC with a KCSE C-?
C minus does not meet the minimum KCSE C plain required for KMTC diploma programmes. You may qualify for KMTC certificate programmes (shorter, less advanced than diplomas) with C minus — confirm specific certificate programme requirements at kmtc.ac.ke. Consider sitting KNEC supplementary examinations to improve your grades to the C plain threshold before the next application cycle.
How many KMTC campus and programme choices can I make?
Up to 3 campus choices and up to 3 programme choices, listed in order of preference. KMTC allocates based on your qualifications, the cut-off for each programme at each campus, and the order of your preferences. Listing your first genuine preference as choice 1 is always recommended — the system allocates to your highest-ranked available option.
What is the KMTC application fee in Kenya?
The KMTC application fee is updated annually. Confirm the current fee on the KMTC portal (kmtc.ac.ke) at the time of application. Payment is through M-Pesa Paybill or bank deposit as specified in the application portal.
What happens if I am not selected for KMTC after applying?
KMTC runs one intake per year. Unsuccessful applicants must wait for the following year’s intake. Use the gap year productively: consider a bridging or certificate programme, strengthen any borderline subject grades through KNEC supplementary exams, or gain health-related work experience as a health assistant or volunteer at a clinic or hospital to strengthen your next application.

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Theophilus Mburu
Written by Theophilus Mburu

Theophilus Mburu is a dedicated dentist and a contributing writer at Edunotes, bringing a unique blend of scientific insight and creativity to the blog. Beyond the clinic, he enjoys immersing himself in video games and exploring music, adding a fresh and relatable perspective to his content.

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