The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service has reopened the application window for medical courses at Kenya Medical Training College, offering thousands of unplaced students another opportunity to secure admission into health-related programmes.
In a public notice issued on March 29, 2026, KUCCPS announced that 21 medical courses are now available for selection during the revision period, targeting applicants who missed out on earlier placements or failed to apply during the initial intake.
Second chance for a wider pool of applicants
The reopening significantly expands eligibility, allowing Form Four leavers from as far back as the year 2000 up to the 2025 cohort to apply.
This broader criterion is expected to attract not only recent school leavers but also individuals who completed secondary education years ago and are seeking to transition into the healthcare sector.
KUCCPS said the move is part of ongoing efforts to enhance access to training opportunities and ensure available slots in KMTC institutions are fully utilised.
Deadline set for April 3
Interested applicants have until April 3, 2026, to submit their course selections through the KUCCPS student portal.
Candidates have been urged to complete the process early and carefully review programme requirements to improve their chances of placement.
The placement agency emphasised that all applicants will be considered fairly based on their qualifications and the specific requirements of each programme.
Wide range of medical programmes available
The reopened courses include a mix of diploma and certificate programmes designed to equip learners with practical healthcare skills.
Among the diploma options are Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Nursing-related fields, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Physiotherapy, Radiography and Imaging, Community Health, and Health Records and Information Technology.
Certificate programmes include areas such as Public Health, Nutrition and Dietetics, Emergency Medical Technician training, Community Health Assistant, and Health Insurance Management.
The diversity of courses reflects growing demand for skilled healthcare workers across Kenya’s health system.
How to apply
Applicants are required to log in to the KUCCPS student portal using their credentials, review the available KMTC programmes, and submit their selections under the application section.
The agency advised candidates to ensure all personal details are accurate and to follow instructions carefully to avoid errors that could affect placement.
Support services are also available for applicants who may experience challenges during the application process.
Boost to Kenya’s healthcare workforce
The reopening of KMTC applications comes at a time when Kenya is seeking to strengthen its healthcare workforce to meet rising demand for medical services.
By offering a second chance to unplaced students, KUCCPS is helping bridge gaps in training while creating pathways for more Kenyans to pursue careers in the health sector.
Education stakeholders say the move will not only increase enrollment in medical training institutions but also contribute to improving healthcare delivery across the country in the long term.
