KUCCPS Releases 2026 List of Institutions Eligible for HELB Loans and Government Scholarships

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has released the 2026 list of universities and colleges eligible for government scholarships and Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funding. According to KUCCPS, a total of 42 public universities and the Open University of Kenya qualify for both government scholarships and HELB loans, making them the…

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HELB Disbursement Updates: Paid And Unpaid Batch Numbers and What Students Need to Know

Below are the latest updates and clarifications on HELB loan disbursements, addressing the most common concerns currently being raised by students across different institutions. SEMESTER TWO BATCH NUMBERS FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2025/2026 SEM 2 BATCH NUMBERS06639- PAID06644- PAID06645- PAID06646- PAID06647- PAID06648- PAID06649- PAID06650- PAID06652- PAID06653- PAID06654- PAID06667- PAID06670- PAID06672- PAID06680- PAID06681- PAID06682- PAID06684- PAID06685- PAID06686-…

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HELB Releases Second-Semester Upkeep Funds for Early 2026

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has begun disbursing second-semester upkeep funds to eligible university and TVET students, offering critical financial support under the Student-Centred Funding Model for the 2025/2026 academic year. The disbursement, which started in January 2026, aims to ensure students can meet their living and study-related expenses without disruption as institutions progress…

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5 Key Things to Consider During KUCCPS Application to Avoid Missing Out on Placement

Choosing courses through KUCCPS is one of the most important decisions for KCSE candidates. Many students miss out on placement not because they performed poorly, but because of avoidable mistakes made during application. Below are five critical factors every applicant must consider to increase their chances of securing placement. Video Link: How to check KUCCPS…

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HELB Funding Strain Deepens as More Students Qualify for University

Kenya’s higher education funding system is under growing pressure following a sharp increase in the number of students qualifying for university admission after the release of the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results. At least 270,715 candidates scored grade C+ and above, making them eligible for university admission. This marks a significant rise…

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