The Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF) have recently announced recruitment for the 2025-2026 of General Service Officer (GSO) Cadets (Regular and Graduates), Specialist Officers, General Duty Recruits, Tradesmen/women and Defence Forces Constables. The recruitment is scheduled to start in the month of October 2025.
If you have been waiting for the 2025 KDF recruitment, this is your chance to serve your nation.
Is KDF Recruitment Out?
Yes the KDF recruitment 2025 to 2026 form is out for all intending candidates to apply online. The position includes:
- Defence Forces Constables.
- Specialist Officers
- General Duty Recruits, Tradesmen/women
Applicants can check for their individual requirements to know their qualifications before applying.
KDF Recruitment 2025 Requirements
Candidates willing to apply for the KDF recruitment must meet the general requirements:
KDF General Requirements
- Applicants must be a Kenyan citizen.Must hold a valid Kenyan National Identity (ID) Card.
- Candidates must be medically and physically fit in line with the KDF standards.
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 26 years for GSO Cadets (Regular and Not above 30 years of age for Specialist Officers and Tradesmen/women.
- Applicants must not be above 39 years of age for Chaplains/Imams.Applicants must have no criminal record.
- Applicants must meet the minimum height 1.60m (5ft 3in) for males and 1.52m (5ft) for females.
- Candidates must have a minimum weight of 54.55 kg (120 lb) for male and 50.00 Kg (110 lb) for females.
- Candidates Mass Index (BMI) MUST be below 30.
- Female candidates must NOT be pregnant at the time of recruitment and during the entire duration of training exercise.
- Specialist Officers and Tradesmen/women. Should have a
- minimum of two (2) years practising experience in their field of specialization from the date of registration with the relevant regulatory/statutory body in Kenya.
Additionally, candidates are required to bring their original documents together with four (4) copies of their National ID Card, KRA PIN Certificate and Academic Certificates.
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The KDF Recruitment 2025 Requirements PDF Download
Candidates who want to know the full requirements for the KDF recruitment 2025 can download the full PDF Here to view all the educational qualifications and other requirements.
KDF Recruitment 2025 Dates
The recruitment of KDF dates for application and shortlisting is 12th October 2025 and shortlisted candidates will be notified about their application status through the print media between 21st and 24th October 2025.
KDF Recruitment 2025 Dates and Centers
Potential candidates can check their 2025-2026 KDF recruitment dates and centers in various counties through the KDF Recruitment Dates PDF Download here.
How to Apply for KDF Recruitment
Here are step-by-step guide on how to apply for the Kenyan Defence Forces recruitment:
- Visit the KDF recruitment portal on https://recruit.mod.go.ke
- Click on the “Start Application” link
- Click on the “Signup” link
- Verify that you are human by completing the captcha test
- Enter your personal information such as email address, telephone number and your desired password and click on the next button
- An OTP code will be sent to your email or phone number
- Enter the OTP in the required space and verify it
- Scan the next stage and continue to start your application
- Select your application type that fits your qualifications and enter all your information correctly
- Cross check to be sure there are no errors in your applications
- Click on the “Submit” button to finally submit your application
After you have successfully submitted your KDF online application, you will be notified of your application submission. Applicants should check print media between 21st and 24th October 2025 for the list of successful candidates who will transition to the next stage of the recruitment exercise.
KDF Recruitment 2025 Deadline
Applicants are expected to apply for the KDF recruitment exercise on or before 12th October 2025.
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