The National Youth Service (NYS) is the pride and backbone of our nation, focusing on helping youth discover and develop their potential since 1964. It is a premier agency through which the Kenyan government executes a comprehensive youth empowerment master plan. NYS is conducting a nationwide recruitment exercise for volunteer servicemen and servicewomen.
Successful candidates will undergo intensive basic paramilitary training and will be prepared to offer voluntary service to the nation in any part of the Republic of Kenya. Training occurs at the NYS Paramilitary Academy in Gilgil or the NYS Technical Training Institute (NYSTTI) in Naivasha.
Requirements and Qualifications
All prospective applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be a Kenyan citizen and a resident of the respective Sub-County of recruitment.
Be aged between 18 and 24 years.
Have attained a minimum mean grade of D (Plain) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
Produce the original National Identity Card and academic certificates at the recruitment center.
Submit one set of photocopies of the National ID and academic certificates.
Possess a valid police clearance certificate (Certificate of Good Conduct).
Be willing to undergo a medical examination during and after the recruitment exercise.
Be prepared to undergo Basic Paramilitary Training.
Be ready to offer voluntary service to the Nation in any part of the Republic of Kenya.
Special Considerations
Orphans who meet the requirements will be given special consideration upon presentation of valid documentary proof (e.g., parents’ death certificates or burial permits).
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to participate, provided they can withstand the prescribed physical training.
Applicants with demonstrated sports skills and talents will have an added advantage.
How to Apply
The recruitment exercise will be conducted from Monday, 16th March 2026 to Saturday, 21st March 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. daily. Applicants must present themselves at the designated recruitment centers in their respective Sub-Counties.
How to Apply
The recruitment exercise will be conducted nationwide from Monday, 16th March 2026 to Saturday, 21st March 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. daily.
Attendance: Applicants must physically present themselves at the recruitment centers in their respective Sub-Counties.
Documents: Carry your original National Identity Card, academic certificates, and one set of photocopies of each.
Clearance: Present a valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
