When is the Next Recruitment of KDF in Kenya 2025?

Are you prepared to join the Kenya Defence Forces but still not sure when the Next recruitment of KDF in Kenya 2025 is? Be rest assured to get all the information concerning KDF recruitment 2025 here.

The Kenya Defence Force duty is to protect Kenya from internal and external threats. The organization which comprises Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force, and Kenya Navy was established in 1963 and re-established in 2010.

Almost like a year re-ocurrence, KDF recruits to fill interested candidates of more than 100 individuals into the three bodies in its organization just like it was done in the previous year.

The military organization uses its recruitment portal (mod.go.ke) to accept applications for its job openings, and this guide will help you with step-by-step application guidelines on KDF recruitment.

Disclaimer! Currently, the Kenya Defence Forces is not recruiting. One the official date is provided and recruitment commence, we will update this page.

Is KDF Recruitment 2025 Form Out?

Yes, the application form for KDF recruitment in 2025 is out. Following the announcement of the latest recruitment exercise of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), the form was released. 

Candidates interested in joining the military body can now access KDF portal to get, fill, and submit the form to get an approval of joining the organization. 

KDF Latest News 2025

The latest news currently concerning KDF recruitment is the disclosure of the application details. The application is scheduled to begin on 26th August, 2024 till 19th September, 2024.

During this period interested candidates are to follow up the recruitment by submitting their applications as specified.

KDF Jobs/Vacancies 2025

The current positions available for recruitment at KDF comprises two (2) separate cadets with each of them possessing different qualifications

1. General Service Officer Cadet

• Applicant must possess a mean grade B (plain) in KCSE, with at least C+ in English, Swahili, Mathematics, and another core subject
• Candidate must agree to completing a three years training in this category which will lead to a Bachelor’s Degree in Defence and Security

2. General Service Officer Cadet Graduate

• This category  requires a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institution
• Fifteen months is the training period of this category which the applicant must agree to

General Qualifications for KDF Recruitment 2025

• You must be a Kenya citizen with a valid and Government issued ID
• Candidate must be in possession of a KRA PIN certificate with a copy brought to the screening exercise 
• You must not be below the age of eighteen (18) years
• As a male applicant, your height must average 1.60m (5ft, 3in) and a weight of 54.55kg (120 I).
• The average height for a female applicant is 1.52m (5ft) and a minimum weight of 50.00.kg (110 Ib)
• Both male and female applicants must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) which does not exceed 30
• At the time of the application and the rest of the phases, female applicant must not be pregnant
• You must be medically and physically fit with your skin having no deep scars or tattoos

KDF Recruitment Process

1. Submission of Application: Submission of application are expected from candidates with interests in joining KDF once the recruitment has been announced.

2. Shortlisting: Candidates will be pre-selected/shortlisted based on satisfying the needed requirements.

3. Screening: Candidates will screened. However, this will only be applicable to shortlisted candidates.

4. Training: Successfully screened candidates will be trained. The details of the training will be sent to the candidates.

5. Final Selection: Upon the training completion, candidates will be selected, appointed, and assigned duties in the military.

Kenya Defence Force Recruitment Portal

www.mod.go.ke is the official recruitment portal of the Kenya Defence Forces. Outside submitting your application through this portal, you will be automatically disqualified. 

How to Apply for KDF Recruitment 2025

1. Registration: First of all, register your account on mod.go.ke after visiting the careers portal of KDF.

2. Log in: After the registration, andyour account is fully activated, login with the details your provided

3. Application: Prompt the application button. Fill the application form. Scan and upload the required documents. Proofread the form and submit.

When is KDF Recruitment 2025 Application Deadline?

Submission of applications for KDF recruitment 2025 are to be made before the specified date for the closing date which is 19th September, 2024. 

KDF Contact Address

• Postal address: The Principal Secretary, Ministry of Defence, P O Box 40668 – 00100, Nairobi (Ulinzi House, Lenana Road)
• Telephone Number: 2712054
• Fax: 2722270
• Email address: publicaffairs@mod.go.ke
• Facebook: @Kenya Defence Forces
• X (formerly Twitter): @kdfinfo

At any point of feeling a doubt about KDF recruitment, the following contact addresses can help you reach out to the Kenya Defence Forces.