The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is a leading medical college of choice for many students in Kenya. It was established in 1927 and underwent several reforms, and in 1990, it officially became a state corporation under the Ministry of Health. It started in Nairobi, where it is currently headquartered, but today, KMTC has at least 70 campuses spread in all 47 counties in Kenya that various applicants can apply and join. When it comes to joining the place of learning, you need to understand the KMTC online application portal and how it works. This portal will allow you to join the medical training college as soon as its intake is announced.
Today, technology has truly made strides in how our lives are interconnected. If you are done with your high school education in Kenya and you need to Join KMTC, you do not need to visit its offices in the country; instead, you can rely on its Online application portal. In this article, we will walk you through everything that you need to know.
KMTC Application Requirements
Being a student at KMTC means that you must first meet the eligibility criteria in order to be awarded a particular program for study. The requirements may vary based on the level of study and other factors in place as per the academic year you find yourself in but below are the general requirements for joining KMTC.
Academic Qualifications
Meeting the academic requirements is the most important aspect if you want to Join KMTC. So here is what you need to know. Each course has its eligibility criteria, and you will only be admitted to a particular program if you meet its requirements. So it’s important to always apply for a course that meets its requirements. Failure to do so means you will miss an opportunity to study that program.
The entry requirements require all aspiring candidates for certificate courses to have at least a KCSE grade of C minus and a C for those looking to do diploma courses, both of which consider certain requirements for various combinations of subjects.
Similarly, those looking to upgrade their studies must have relevant certificates in their field of study and at least two years of working experience in their respective fields.
Supporting Documents
During the application process, scanned copies of the following documents will also be required and ready for uploading:
- Your KCSE certificate or result slip
- Your National ID card
- Passport-size photographs
Application Fees
Lastly, each application attracts a fee that students must pay to process their details. As of 2025, the KUCCPS KMTC application fee is Ksh 1500, which can be directly paid using M-pesa.
KMTC Online Application Process
There are two ways that one can apply and Join KMTC. This is done through the KUCCPS portal or the KUCCPS admissions portal. However, you should be aware that KMTC has two intakes in a year, in March and September. It’s during this period that students are encouraged to play for various KMTC courses on offer.
Below, we have covered all the methods to know:
Method 1: KMTC Admissions Portal
- Visit the Official KMTC website at https://kmtc.ac.ke and navigate to the How to Apply section under the Admissions tab.
- Alternatively, you can access the admissions link directly by visiting the URL https://admissions.kmtc.ac.ke/public/index.php/register
- Provide all the needed details, such as your name, email, and password, to create an account. Verify your account, and then proceed to log in.
- Once you are logged in, go to the Lef sidebar of your accounts flash, look for the Application link >>Apply Preservice, and Fill in the required information.
- Proceed to upload all the documents, choose your course, and wait for further communication from KMTC on your email and Phone number once you submit
Method 2: KUCCPS Portal
- Proceed to visit the KUCCPS Students portal at https://students.kuccps.net/ and click on login
- The login process will require you to enter your KCSE index number, KCSE year, and password, which is your Birth Certificate number or KCPE index number
- If logged in to your KUCCPS account, navigate to the KMTC programs tab at the top navigation bar. Here, you can select the programs that you want to apply for.
- To Apply, select the Program that you meet its requirements and take note of its Codes. You will submit these codes in the provided form in the portal when you click on Apply Now.
- The final stage of your application is paying the Application fee, which is Ksh 1500. Follow the prompts provided by the system to Pay for your application.
KMTC Campuses
If you need any assistance, you can visit any KMTC campus near you. As of 2025, the Kenya Medical Training College has a total of 71 campuses in the country in the following locations:
Here is the numbered list of Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) campuses:
- Bomet
- Bondo
- Bungoma
- Busia
- Chuka
- Chwele
- Eldoret
- Embu
- Garissa
- Gatundu
- Homabay
- Imenti
- Isiolo
- Iten
- Kabarnet
- Kakamega
- Kangundo
- Kapenguria
- Kapkatet
- Kaptumo
- Karen
- Karuri
- Kilifi
- Kisii
- Kisumu
- Kitale
- Kitui
- Kombewa
- Kuria
- Kwale
- Lake Victoria
- Lamu
- Lodwar
- Loitoktok
- Lugari
- Machakos
- Makindu
- Makueni
- Mandera
- Manza
- Mathare
- Mbooni
- Meru
- Migori
- Molo
- Mombasa
- Mosoriot
- Msambweni
- Murang’a
- Mwingi
- Nairobi
- Nakuru
- Nyamira
- Nyandarua
- Nyahururu
- Nyamache
- Nyeri
- Othaya
- Port Reitz
- Rachuonyo
- Rera
- Siaya
- Sigowet
- Tana River
- Taveta
- Thika
- Ugenya
- Voi
- Vihiga
- Wajir
- Webuye
However, if you need easy assistance, you can reach the headquarters easily using the contacts below:
- Address:Â Off Ngong Road
- P.O. BOX:Â 30195-00100, Nairobi, Kenya.
- Email:Â Inquiries: [email protected]
- Admissions:Â [email protected]
As you can see, the process of applying to join the KMTC college is actually easier than you can imagine. As of 2025, the admissions process is done via the KUCCPS portal and the official KMTC website.
