KCB Scholars Programme 2026 follows a rolling county-based process rather than a single national deadline. Applications opened around December 14-15, 2025, coinciding with KJSEA 2025 results release, with forms available until county interviews conclude (typically late January to early February 2026).
Key Deadlines by Stage
No fixed closing date is universally published; selection happens per county:
| Stage | Timeline | Details |
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| Form Availability | Dec 14, 2025 - Feb 2026 (est.) | Download from foundation.kcbgroup.com or collect at any KCB branch nationwide |
| County Interviews | Dec 2025 - Feb 2026 | E.g., Sotik: Dec 14 app deadline, Dec 17 interviews; others follow similar 3-5 day windows post-KJSEA |
| National Selection | Feb-Mar 2026 | Shortlisted advance; results by March for May intake |
Check your county's schedule via KCB branches or foundation.kcbgroup.com—processes vary (e.g., Bomet County closed Dec 14).
How to Submit Step-by-Step
Fully manual, paper-based—no online portal. Bring parent/guardian to interviews.
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Obtain Form: Download 2026 PDF from foundation.kcbgroup.com/programs/scholarships or visit any KCB branch. Use 2026 form only—previous years rejected.
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Fill Completely: Student writes personal sections (up to 150 words each) in provided spaces—no extras/attachments beyond listed docs. Headteacher signs/stamps.
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Attach Mandatory Documents (scanned copies OK for reference, originals for interview):
Required Purpose Birth Certificate Age (14-16) Parent/Guardian ID (+ death cert if applicable) Family verification Parent payslip (if employed) Need proof KJSEA 2025 result slip (ME1+ all areas) Merit Extracurricular certs Talent/leadership Senior school calling/admission letters Placement Recent passport photo ID -
Locate County Venue: Interviews at technical institutes/polytechnics (e.g., Sotik Technical). Ask local KCB branch—no branch drops accepted.
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Attend Interview: Arrive with duly filled form + ALL originals. Accompanied by parent/guardian (KCB won't supervise unaccompanied kids). Expect panel on essays, goals, challenges.
Key Warnings
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Incomplete = Auto-reject. Verify all info—KCB cross-checks.
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Shortlisted only contacted via phone/email.
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No agents/branches for submission—direct to interview venue.
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Refugees: Include registration docs.
Monitor foundation.kcbgroup.com or call KCB Foundation (contacts on site) for your county's exact dates. With KJSEA results fresh, apply immediately