The National Youth Service (NYS) is the pride and backbone of our nation, whose focus has been to help the youth discover and develop their potential since 1964. The Kenya National Youth Service (NYS) wishes to inform the general public that a nationwide recruitment exercise for NYS volunteers (male and female) will be conducted throughout the Republic from Monday, 16th March 2026 to Saturday, 21st March 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. daily.
Responsibilities
Undergo rigorous Basic Paramilitary Training.
Offer voluntary service to the Nation in any part of the Republic of Kenya.
Participate in national development projects and youth empowerment programs.
Maintain high standards of discipline and physical fitness.
Requirements and Qualifications
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 and submit one set of photocopies at the recruitment center.
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 above requirements will be given special consideration upon presentation of valid documentary proof, such as parents’ death certificates or burial permits.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to participate in the recruitment exercise at their respective sub-counties and centers, 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 at various sub-county centers from Monday, 16th March 2026 to Saturday, 21st March 2026. Applicants should visit the designated recruitment centers in their respective sub-counties. Successful candidates will report to the NYS Paramilitary Academy, Gilgil, or NYS Technical Training Institute (NYSTTI) Naivasha.
A full list of recruitment centers can be found at: https://www.nys.go.ke/nys-recruitment-2026-volunteer-servicemen-and-women
Note: NYS does not condone corruption. Report any incidents to the Commandant General via 020-2400129.
How to Apply
Prospective applicants should report to the recruitment centers in their respective Sub-Counties of residence from Monday, 16th March 2026 to Saturday, 21st March 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. daily.
Applicants must carry their original ID card, academic certificates, and a valid Police Clearance Certificate (Certificate of Good Conduct).
Details of the recruitment centers can be found here: https://www.nys.go.ke/nys-recruitment-2026-volunteer-servicemen-and-women
Any corruption incidents should be reported to the Commandant General at 020-2400129.
