The National Youth Service (NYS) has announced a nationwide recruitment drive for volunteers, set to take place from February 10 to February 15, 2025. This is your chance to serve the nation and gain valuable skills through the NYS paramilitary training program.
Key Requirements for NYS Recruitment 2025
To be eligible for the NYS recruitment 2025, candidates must:
- Be Kenyan citizens and residents of their respective sub-counties.
- Be aged between 18 and 24 years.
- Have a KCSE mean grade of D plain or above.
- Possess an original National ID, academic certificates, and a Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Be prepared for rigorous physical training and medical check-ups.
Successful candidates will report to the NYS Paramilitary Academy in Gilgil or Naivasha for training.
Special Considerations
- Orphans who meet the requirements will be given special preference.
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, provided they can withstand the physical training.
- Applicants with sports skills and talents will also be considered.
How to Apply
The NYS recruitment portal will not be used for this exercise. Instead, candidates must attend the recruitment centres in their respective sub-counties on the specified dates.
NYS Recruitment 2025 Dates and Centres
Here’s a list of all the recruitment centres and dates:
Day 1: Monday, February 10, 2025
- Baringo: Chemalingot Play Ground (Tiaty West), Kabartonjo Sports Ground (Baringo North)
- Bungoma: D.C.C’s Office Tongaren, Chwele – Busakala Primary School, D.C.C’s Office Kopsiro
- Busia: Nambale Youth Polytechnic, Busia Municipal Stadium
- Embu: Mbeere North Sports Ground, Emau Stadium Kiritiri
- Garissa: Hulugho Pri School
- Homa Bay: Orera Primary School, Onunga Stadium
- Isiolo: DCC’s Office Merti
- Kajiado: Loitoktok Stadium, D.C.C’s Office Mashuru
- Kakamega: Butere Girls High School
- Kericho: Chepkemel D.C.C’s Office
- Kiambu: Kamwangi D.C.C’s Office, Kimende High School
- Kilifi: ASK Ground, D.C.C’s Office Jaribuni
- Kirinyaga: Kerugoya Stadium
- Kisii: Kerina Primary School, D.C.C’s Office Itube, D.C.C’s Office Etago
- Kisumu: D.C.C’s Office Kit Mikayi
- Kitui: Muthuki Primary School, Ikutha Girls’ Secondary School, Musila Gardens
- Kwale: Kinango Secondary School
- Laikipia: D.C.C’s Office Ol-Moran
- Lamu: Faza Primary School
- Machakos: Kisukioni Secondary School
- Makueni: Kathonzweni Public Grounds, Kambu D.C.C’s Office
- Mandera: D.C.C’s Office Kotulo, Rhamu (D.C.C’s Office)
- Marsabit: D.C.C’s Office Ground, D.C.C’s Office Loyangalani
- Meru: Urru Stadium, DCC’s Office Kangeta, D.C.C’s Office Kanyakine
- Migori: Migori D.C.C’s Office, D.C.C’s Office Ntimaru, D.C.C’s Office Mhuru Bay
- Mombasa: Oil Refinery Ground
- Murang’a: Gatanga Primary School, Rurie Stadium
- Nakuru: D.C.C’s Office Subukia, Keringet Estate Primary School
- Nandi: Ressio Primary School Kobujoi, Kabiyet High School
- Narok: D.C.C’s Office Emurua, D.C.C’s Office Lemek
- Nyamira: Ekerenyo Sports Ground
- Nyandarua: D.C.C’s Office Wanjohi, Nyakiambi Girl’s Sports Ground, Ndaragwa Sports Ground
- Nyeri: Chaka Playground
- Samburu: D.C.C’s Office Baragoi
- Siaya: Sawagongo Secondary School, Bar Kowino Youth Empowerment Centre
- Taita Taveta: Taveta Airstrip
- Tana River: Tana Delta District HQs-Garsen
- Tharaka Nithi: Rwatha Primary School Gatunga, Kathwana D.C.C’s Office
- Trans Nzoia: D.C.C’s Office Kwanza
- Turkana: D.C.C’s Office Kainuk, D.C.C’s Office Kibish, D.C.C’s Office Lokichogio
- Vihiga: Hamisi Sports Ground
- Wajir: D.C.C’s Office Diif, D.C.C’s Office Hadado, D.C.C’s Office Khorof Harar, Bute Stadium
- West Pokot: D.C.C’s Office Alale
(Continued for Days 2-6 with all recruitment centres listed in the PDF)
Zero Tolerance for Corruption
NYS has warned against any form of corruption during the recruitment process. Any form of canvassing or bribery will lead to automatic disqualification and possible prosecution.
Final Thoughts
This is a golden opportunity for Kenyan youth to serve their country and gain life-changing skills. Mark your calendars and prepare for the NYS recruitment 2025 at your nearest centre.
For more details, visit the official NYS portal or contact the NYS headquarters.
