Kisumu Polytechnic Entry Requirements 2025-2026
The Kisumu Polytechnic Entry Requirements 2025-2026. See Details of Kisumu Polytechnic Entry Requirements on this page.
Kisumu Polytechnic is one of the best Polytechnics in Kenya. The school offers many programmes to train students to become great professionals and leaders in the future.
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Before one can get admission to read their preferred course, you need to meet the Entry/Admission Requirements for that particular course. The Admission Office of the Kisumu Polytechnic has announced the available Courses and their Entry Requirements for 2025-2026 Kisumu Polytechnic Intake.
The Kisumu Polytechnic hence welcome applicants to apply to read their Courses, therefore, applicants should read the Entry Requirements provided below well.
Kisumu Polytechnic Requirements – Kisumu Polytechnic Entry Requirements 2025-2026
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Kisumu Polytechnic Admission Requirements 2025-2026
Full-Time Courses Entry Requirements:
Electrical Courses Entry Requirements
| 1.0 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 1.1.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology (Power Option) module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 1.2.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology Module I & II | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.2 | Telecommunication Engineering Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
Mechanical Courses Entry Requirements
| MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.2.1 | Certificate in Boiler Operation and Maintenance | KCPE or KCSE Certificate | 2 terms Jan/May | Kshs. 12,400/- per term | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
| 9.2.2 | Certificate in Plant Operation and Maintenance | KCPE and KCSE Certificate holder | 2 terms Jan/May | Kshs. 14,200/- for 2 terms | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
| 9.2.3 | Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (City & Guilds) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs. 14,200/- for 3 terms | CITY & GUILDS |
| 9.2.4 | Diploma in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | KCPE & KCSE Certificate | 1 year January | Kshs. 14,200/- | (NIVTC) KNEC |
| 9.2.5 | Metal Work Processing Technology | KCPE & KCSE Certificate | 1 year January | Kshs. 14,200/- | (NIVTC) KNEC |
Automotive Courses Entry Requirements
| AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.3.1 | Motor Vehicle Mechanic Government Trade Tests 3- 2- 1 | KCPE/KCSE OR Appropriate Grade | 2 terms Jan & May Intake | Kshs. 12,400/- per term | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
| 9.3.2 | Auto Electrician: 1, 2 and 3 | KCPE OR Appropriate Grade | 2 terms Jan & May intake | Kshs. 12,400/- per term | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
| 9.3.3 | Automotive Tailor- Made course | Any vehicle owner Any interested persons. | 3 months Jan/May/Sept | Kshs. 3,000/- | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
Building Courses Entry Requirements
| BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.4.1 | Certificate in Architecture | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 3 terms January | Kshs 12,400/- per term | KISUMU POLY |
| 9.4.2 | Construction Technician part I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) | 3 terms January | Kshs 12,400/- per term examination fee 3,000/- | KISUMU POLY |
| 9.4.3 | Certificate in Civil Engineering | KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) | 3 terms January intake | Kshs 12,400/- per term examination fee 3,000/- | KISUMU POLY |
App. Sci. Courses Entry Requirements
| APPLIED SCIENCES DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.5.1 | Science Laboratory Technology (KNEC) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in English/Kiswahili, Maths/Physics, Biology/Chemistry. | Over Holidays April, August & December | Kshs. 9,950/- for 1stsession. Kshs 8,750/- per other session | KNEC |
| 9.5.2 | Diploma Analytical Chemistry (DAC) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Chemistry. D+ (Plus) in Maths/Physics, English/Kiswahili or PASS in relevant Certificate Course | Over Holidays April, August & December | Kshs. 17,150/- for 1st session. & Kshs 12,650/- per other session | KNEC |
| 9.5.3 | Diploma in Applied Biology (DAB) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Biology, Maths/Physics, English/Kiswahili or PASS in relevant Certificate Course | Over Holidays April/August/December | Kshs. 17,150/- for 1st session. & Kshs 12,650/- per other session | KNEC |
| 9.5.3 | Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (Upgrading) | Diploma in Applied Biology/Diploma in Analytical Chemistry | 2 Terms in session & 6 months Industrial practicum, intake may | Satutory Kshs 11,300/-, Tuition Kshs. 25,600/- per term | KMLTTB |
Inst. Mgmt. Courses Entry Requirements
| INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.6.1 | CERTIFICATE IN Hotel and Catering Supervision (ICM) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 16,000/- per year Kshs. 15,000/- for Practical | ICM |
| 9.6.2 | Certificate in Food & Beverage Preparation (City & Guilds) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 25,000/- per year Kshs. 15,000/- for Practical | CITY & GUILDS |
| 9.6.3 | Certificate in Food & Beverage Service (City & Guilds) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 25,000/- per year Kshs. 15,000/- for Practical | CITY & GUILDS |
| 9.6.4 | Diploma in Food Preparation (City & Guilds) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 25,000/- per year Kshs. 15,000/- for Practical | CITY & GUILDS |
Maths/Comp Courses Entry Requirements
| COMPUTING AN INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY STUDIES | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.7.6 | Certificate in Information Technology (CIT I & II) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 2 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 23, 000/- | KSM POLY |
| 9.7.7 | Information Communication Technology Technician(ICTT) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 6 months Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 17, 600/- | KSM POLY |
| 9.7.8 | Certificate in Information Communication Technology (CICT) | KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) | 6 months Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 17, 600/- | KSM POLY |
| 9.7.9 | Certificate in ICT (Remedial Classes) | Referrals in KNEC Examinations | 3 hours weekly Jan/May/sep | Kshs 3,000- per paper per term | KNEC |
| 9.7.10 | Diploma in ICT (Remedial Classes) | Referrals in KNEC Examinations | 3 hours weekly Jan/May/sep | Kshs. 3,000- per paper per term | KNEC |
| 9.7.11 | CISCO IT Essentials | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | 3 Months Jan/May/sep | Kshs. 9,500- per each stage | CISCO |
| 9.7.12 | CCNA (I,II,III & IV) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus) CISCO IT Essentials | 3 months each stage Jan/May/sep | Kshs. 9,500- per each stage | CISCO |
Business Courses Entry Requirements
| BUSINESS STUDIES | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 7.1.1 | Accountancy (B-TEP) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | January & May (regular) | KNEC |
| 7.1.2 | Business Management Module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.1.3 | Sales and Marketing Module I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.1.4 | Supply Chain Management Module I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.1.5 | Secretarial Studies Module I,II & II (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 7.1.6 | Human Resource Management Module I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 7.2.1 | Business Management Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.2 | Sales and Marketing Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.3 | Human Resource Management Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain) | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.4 | Transport Management Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.5 | Secretarial Studies Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.6 | Supply Chain Management Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.7 | Business Education Single and Group Stage I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | Jan/May/Sept. | KNEC |
Liberal Courses Entry Requirements
| LIBERAL STUDIES | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 8.1.1 | Social Work and Community Development Module I,II & III | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II. KNEC Diploma II for Diploma III | January/September (regular) May intake (Part Time) (Evening & Weekends) | KNEC |
| 8.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 3.7 | Craft Social Community Development | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | May intake only | KNEC |
Entrepreneurship Courses Entry Requirements
| ENTREPRENEURSHIP | ||||
| 9.0 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 2922 | Diploma in Project Management | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 2814 | Diploma in Entrepreneurship Development | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 2807 | Diploma in Cooperative Development | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
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