The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has announced a recruitment exercise for the 2026/2027 financial year, inviting qualified Kenyan citizens to apply for various positions in the Regular Force.
According to a recruitment notice dated October 16, 2026, published in the Kenya Gazette, the Ministry of Defence will recruit candidates across several categories, including General Service Officers, servicemen and women, tradesmen and women, and specialists in fields such as medicine, information and communication technology (ICT) and engineering.
The notice states that applications will open on October 28, 2026, and close on November 27, 2026. Interested candidates are advised to submit their applications within the stipulated period, as late submissions will not be considered.
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For General Service Officer positions, applicants must possess at least a bachelor’s degree. Candidates seeking entry as servicemen or servicewomen are required to have a minimum Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) grade of C+ and above, according to the notice.
The recruitment exercise will also include tradesmen and women, who must hold relevant craft certificates or diplomas, while specialist positions will require qualifications specified for each professional field.
Applicants are required to meet the general eligibility conditions outlined in the notice, including being Kenyan citizens by birth, possessing a valid National Identity Card, meeting the prescribed age limits and satisfying the minimum educational requirements for their respective categories.
The notice indicates that the age requirement is generally between 18 and 26 years, although the applicable limit may vary depending on the recruitment category. Candidates must also be physically and medically fit, demonstrate good character and have no criminal record.
Interested applicants are advised to visit the official KDF recruitment portal at www.mod.go.ke/kdf-recruitment to access the application form and detailed requirements for each category.
Candidates are required to complete the online application, attach clear copies of relevant documents, including academic certificates, national identity cards and academic transcripts, and submit their applications before the deadline.
The Ministry of Defence has warned that applications submitted by post, delivered by hand or sent through unofficial channels will not be accepted.
The notice further encourages female candidates and persons with disabilities who meet the prescribed requirements to apply. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further screening and interviews.
The recruitment exercise is being conducted under the Kenya Defence Forces Act, 2012, and pursuant to the authority of the Cabinet Secretary for Defence, according to the notice.
The KDF recruitment process provides an opportunity for eligible Kenyans with the required academic qualifications, professional skills and physical fitness to pursue careers in the country’s military service.
Prospective applicants are advised to rely on official Ministry of Defence announcements for any additional instructions and to exercise caution when dealing with individuals claiming to facilitate recruitment.
Candidates should follow the prescribed application process and avoid unofficial recruitment channels.
The recruitment notice is dated October 16, 2026. Applicants should verify its authenticity and all requirements through official Ministry of Defence channels before submitting personal documents.
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