Kenya Prisons Service Recruitment 2025/2026 – Application Form Portal

Kenya Prisons Service Recruitment 2025: The Kenya Prisons Service (KPS) is embarking on a major nationwide recruitment drive for Prison Constables, Professional Cadet Officers, Technicians, and Artisans in 2025. This is an excellent opportunity if you’re committed to public safety and rehabilitation work.

Is KPS Recruiting Now?

Absolutely. The recruitment process kicks off on 30 April 2025 across all 47 counties, featuring several key categories:

• Prison Constables (Male & Female)
• Cadet Officers with degrees
• Technicians & Artisans with diplomas or trade certificates

Shortlisted candidates for interviews will be announced in early June, conducted between 10 to 13 June 2025 at Ruiru’s training college.

Eligibility & Requirements For KPS Recruitment 

General Criteria (All Categories)

• Kenyan citizen with valid national ID
• No criminal record & Chapter Six compliant
• Physically & mentally fit, with clear hearing and sight
• Female applicants must not be pregnant during recruitment/training

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Specific Requirements

Category	KCSE Grade	Age Range	Height Requirement	Qualifications Required
Prison Constables	D+	18–28 years	≥ 5′4″ (men), ≥ 5′2″ (women)	KCSE D+, above, original documents
Cadet Officers	C+	18–30 years	Same as above	Bachelor’s degree from recognized university
Technicians & Artisans	D+/certificate/diploma	18–28 years	Same as above	Diploma or certificate plus trade-registered qualification

How to Apply For KPS Recruitment 

1. Download form PSC.2 (2007) from publicservice.go.ke
2. Complete the form and attach:
   • National ID, birth certificate, KRA PIN, KCSE certificate
   • Academic and professional certificates
3. Submit the application in a sealed envelope to:

The Commissioner General of Prisons 

Prisons Headquarters 

Magereza House, Bishops Road 

P.O. Box 30175‑0100, Nairobi 

• Reach by 30 April 2025, 5 PM EAT
• Join us at the district centers on April 30, 2025, for the recruitment event for constables.

Training Details

• Constables, Technicians & Artisans: 9 months of paramilitary training
• Cadet Officers: 13 months of paramilitary training

Interview Phase

• The names that made it to the shortlist will be featured in The Star and Daily Nation.
• Interviews will take place daily from 8 AM at Ruiru Training College between June 10 and June 13, 2025.

Scam Warnings

• Recruitment is 100% free. Any demand for money is fraud
  Beware of fake calling letters, only official ones are issued at recruitment centers on 30 April

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is there any application fee?
   No. Recruitment is completely free. Anyone requesting money is a scam.
2. Can I apply for multiple roles?
   Sure, you’ll need to submit a separate PSC.2 form for each one.
3. What documents do I need at recruitment?
   Original National ID, birth certificate, KRA PIN, KCSE, and all academic certificates.
4. What are the height requirements?
   Men: minimum 5′4″; Women: minimum 5′2″.
5. Can pregnant women apply?
   No. Pregnancy disqualifies applicants during recruitment and training.
6. What’s the training duration?
   Constables & Technicians/Artisans: 9 months; Cadet Officers: 13 months.
7. How long until interviews or training begin?
   Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews scheduled 10 to13 June 2025 prisons.go.ke.
8. What if I lose my calling letter?
   Only official letters issued at recruitment centers are valid. Any other is fake.

Final Thoughts

This Kenya Prisons Service recruitment offers an excellent opportunity to join public service with structured training and career growth. To succeed:

• Prepare your PSC.2 form and required documents early
• Apply on time via official channels
• Attend recruitment events on 30 April
• Stay alert for shortlist announcements and interview dates
• Reject scams and only trust official communication