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Kenya Defence Forces Recruitment 2026… Do you wish to apply for the Kenya Defence Forces Recruitment 2026/2027? If yes, then this informative article is for you. You will be given detailed information about the Kenya Defence Forces Recruitment, Qualifications, and How To Apply.

The Kenya Defence Forces have been undergoing a massive recruitment intake annually for the past years. We’ve received numerous requests from aspirants on various platforms seeking legitimate information about the Kenya Defence Forces application form and guidelines for the 2026-2027 cycle. Many applicants have been asking us questions like;

Keep reading this article, as you will find answers to the above queries.

About the Kenya Defence Forces

The Kenya Defence Forces are the armed forces of the Republic of Kenya. They are made up of the Kenya Army, Kenya Navy, and Kenya Air Force. The current KDF was established, and its composition stipulated, in Article 241 of the 2010 Constitution of Kenya; it is governed by the KDF Act of 2012.

Mistakes to Avoid While Applying for KDF Recruitment

A lot of people fail in many applications, not because they are not qualified, but because of the numerous mistakes they make. So take note of the following:

  • Apply on time, do not wait for the deadline.
  • Do the application processes alone, don’t send anybody, to avoid mistakes in your data
  • Keep yourself updated concerning the application
  • Make sure you supply all the requirements
  • Take time to cross-check your details before submission.
  • Candidates are to apply for one job position. Candidates who attempt to apply multiple times will have their application disqualified
  • The online application is free.

IMPORTANT! The Kenya Defence Forces recruitment does not require you to pay any money for its application form; it is highly prohibited, and anyone demanding money from you in the form of quick entrance into the KDF recruitment should be reported. KDF recruitment is totally free.

KDF Recruitment Requirements

The prospective candidates willing to join the Kenya Defence Forces MUST meet the following conditions and academic qualifications:

(A) General Conditions

(1) Be a Kenyan citizen.
(2) Be a holder of a valid Kenyan National Identity (ID) Card. Additionally, the candidates must bring with them original and four (4) copies of their National ID Card, KRA PIN Certificate and Academic certificates.
(3) Be within the following age brackets:
(a) Between 18 and 26 years for GSO Cadets and General Duty Recruits.
(b) Not above 30 years of age for Specialist Officers and Tradesmen/women.
(c) Not above 39 years of age for Chaplains/Imams.
(d) Have no criminal record.
(e) Candidates must meet the following minimum physical requirements:

Minimum Height:
1. Men 1.60m (5ft 3in).
2. Women 1.52m (5ft).

Minimum Weight:

1. Men 54.55 kg (120 lb).
2. Women 50.00 Kg (110 lb).

(f) Body Mass Index (BMI) MUST be below 30.
(4) Female candidates must NOT be pregnant at the time of Recruitment and during the entire duration of training.
(5) Medical. Candidates must be medically fit, and their skin must be healthy, devoid of large or deep scars and tattoos.
(6) Specialist Officers and Tradesmen/women should have a minimum of two (2) years of practising experience in their field of specialisation from the date of registration with the relevant regulatory/statutory body in Kenya.

(B) Minimum Academic Qualifications

(1) General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets: Must hold a minimum mean grade of B (Plain) in KCSE with C+ (Plus) in English, Mathematics and one (1) Science subject. The training period for this category will cover three (3) years, leading to a BSc degree in Defence and Security Studies upon completion.

(2) General Service Officer (GSO) Cadet Graduate Degree Holders: Must hold the minimum requirement to qualify as GSO Cadet in Para 3.b. (1) above and be a Bachelor’s degree holder from a recognised University/Institution. The training period for this category will be fifteen (15) months.

(3) Specialist Officers: Must hold the minimum requirement to qualify as GSO Cadet in Para 3.b. (1) above, except for Chaplains/Imams who must hold a minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus) in KCSE. Must be a degree holder from a recognised University/Institution and be registered with a regulatory/statutory body where applicable in any of the disciplines listed in Para 4.c. The training period for Specialist Officers will be six (6) months.

(4) Service Members (General Duty) Recruits: Must hold a minimum mean grade of D (Plain) in KCSE.

(5) Tradesmen/women: Prospective candidates willing to apply must satisfy the conditions and requirements given below:

(a) Diploma: A minimum mean grade of C (Plain) in KCSE, a relevant Diploma or above from a recognised institution, and be registered with the relevant statutory bodies, where applicable.
(b) Certificate: A minimum mean grade of D+ (Plus) in KCSE and either a relevant Certificate with Government Trade Test Grade II or Craft II from a recognised institution.
(c) National Youth Service (NYS) trained Technicians or Artisans who meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply.

(6) Constables

(a) Be a retired Kenya Defence Forces Service Member or a retired National Youth Serviceman/woman.
(b) Be between the ages of 30 and 55 years old for retired KDF Service Members and between 35 and 45 years old for retired NYS Serviceman/woman.
(c) Possess a Discharge Certificate with a minimum rating of “Very Good” in conduct.
(d) Must have served for nine (9) years in the Color Service and retired honorably from KDF.

IMPORTANT! The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Recruitment 2026 Application Form is not yet out online. DISREGARD any form of advert you come across. This page will be updated immediately after the form is out.

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92 comments
  1. Elisa okwara says:

    Thanks for the information I will be there in the. Next recruitment

  9. Emmanuel kipkosgei says:

    I am likely to be a family of the best military of Kenya

  11. philip barasa says:

    When is the next recruitment in 2022/2023 scheduled??.. please update

    1. Shujaa Joseph yaa says:

      I am likely to be a family of kenye military and please update me when the schedule of recruitment comes out

  14. Ogal Benaisha Omondi says:

    I am willing to join kdf in the next recruitment so as to sarve and defend the nation and I am ready to undergo the trainings

  16. mowlid abdi2015 says:

    Thanks for the information,
    Niko tayari kuijenga taifa letu.
    pamoja twaweza.

  17. Paul okoth odhiambo says:

    Please please I’m called Paul and I’m interested in join the family of KDF please update me when the time teaches please

  18. Hi Gilbert k. Rono iam interesting in joining kdf this year God’s willing because am capable and fitted to this job so please when time comes of recruitment please inform me

    1. Clinton Mogesa says:

      Thank you very much for the above information, am ready to serve my country upto my last breathe

      1. how can i turn on the notification so that when the forms are out, i can apply? really need to join the service

  19. joseph kariuki says:

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  33. Harrison Bunyolia says:

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  34. Esmon Toroitich says:

    Thank you for your information. I’m ready to serve the country in military cadet.

  35. Julius kalama says:

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  36. Kilea Bryan mwongera says:

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  43. Brightone says:

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  55. Mark Omondi okwany says:

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  62. Isaac Ngetich says:

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  63. Victor Mburu says:

    Victor Mburu
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  75. Moses Lemomo says:

    I se second year student but lack money make me to apply this position

  76. denis katoni says:

    am interested with this opportunity to join the kenya armed forces but i dont have all the requirements and qualifications needed what do i do and why are tattoos not allowed when joining the armed forces please assist me in fulfilling this mission.thanks in advance i will be there at the recruitment centres.cheers

  77. Iam a form four liver with a mean grade of D-now am a locally soja, My dream and ambition has been to join Kenya defence force and serve the nation. I am 25yrs old, very energetic focused in education field.No 0725246954. From Narok mnisaidie

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