KUCCPS Application 2025: Step-by-Step Guide to University and College Placement

Introduction

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) opens its application portal every year for KCSE candidates to apply for degree, diploma, and certificate courses. If you’re a student looking to join a university, TVET institution, or college, this guide will walk you through the entire KUCCPS application process.

Who Can Apply for KUCCPS Placement?

✅ KCSE candidates from the current or past years
✅ Students who meet the minimum cluster points for their preferred courses
✅ Those seeking degree, diploma, certificate, or artisan courses

Note: Students who scored C+ (plus) and above qualify for degree programs, while those with lower grades can apply for diploma, certificate, or artisan courses in colleges and TVET institutions.

KUCCPS Application Process (2025 Guide)

Step 1: Log in to the KUCCPS Student Portal

1. Go to the KUCCPS website
2. Click on “Student Portal”
3. Enter your KCSE Index Number, KCSE Year, and Password (Your Birth Certificate Number/KCPE Index Number)
4. Click “Login” to access your dashboard

Step 2: Browse Available Courses

• Use the “Programmes” tab to explore courses offered by different institutions.
• Click on a course to view:
  🔹 Minimum subject requirements
  🔹 Cluster points
  🔹 Available slots

Tip: Use the KUCCPS Cut-off Points Calculator on the portal to check if you meet the minimum entry requirements.

Step 3: Select and Prioritize Courses

• You can choose up to 4-degree programs and 6 diploma/certificate programs.
• Arrange them in order of preference (First choice should be your top priority).

Step 4: Pay the KUCCPS Application Fee

KUCCPS requires a non-refundable application fee, payable via M-Pesa:

📌 Paybill Number: 820201
📌 Account Number: KCSE Year + Index Number (e.g., 2024123456789)
📌 Amount:

• First-time application: KES 1,500
• Course revision: KES 1,000

After payment, KUCCPS automatically updates your application status.

Step 5: Submit Your Application

• Review your course selections carefully.
• Click “Submit Application” and confirm submission.
• You will receive a confirmation message once successful.

KUCCPS Application Deadline 2025

KUCCPS applications are open for a limited time, typically within the first half of the year. Always check the official KUCCPS website or BrightKenya.com for the latest deadlines.

How to Revise KUCCPS Course Choices

If you miss placement in the first application, KUCCPS allows students to revise their courses during the Second and Third Revision periods. To revise:

1. Log in to the KUCCPS portal
2. View available courses with unfilled slots
3. Select new choices
4. Pay the revision fee (KES 1,000) via M-Pesa
5. Submit your revised application

KUCCPS Placement Results: How to Check

Once applications are processed, KUCCPS releases placement results. To check:

✅ Log in to KUCCPS Portal
✅ Click “Placement Results”
✅ View your university/college admission details

KUCCPS also sends placement notifications via SMS to successful applicants.

KUCCPS Contact Information

📧 Email: info@kuccps.ac.ke
📞 Phone: +254 020 5137400
📍 Address: ACK Garden House, 1st Ngong Avenue, Nairobi

Final Thoughts

Applying for KUCCPS placement is an essential step for KCSE graduates who want to join higher education institutions. Follow this guide to successfully apply, revise, and check your placement results.

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