KMTC Flags Admissions Scam as September Intake Applications Continue

The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has cautioned applicants and parents against individuals claiming they can influence placement, secure admission or provide privileged information as applications for the September 2026 intake continue.

In an update on Wednesday, September 2, the institution urged prospective students to rely only on verified information when seeking guidance on placement, admissions and available courses.

"With KMTC placement results now out and applications for the September 2026 intake ongoing, applicants and parents are advised to be cautious of individuals claiming they can secure placement, influence admission or provide privileged information about the process," the institution said.

KMTC has advised applicants not to rely on unverified information or promises of assistance, stressing the importance of confirming admissions and placement details through official communication channels.

For accurate information on placement, admissions and courses, applicants can verify details through KMTC and the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) official communication channels. 

Applicants can also visit their nearest KMTC campus for guidance.

KMTC further said applications for the September 2026 intake remain open for both pre-service and upgrading programmes.

Applicants seeking admission to pre-service programmes are required to apply through the KUCCPS portal, while those applying for upgrading programmes should submit their applications through the KMTC Admissions Portal.

Elsewhere, President William Ruto and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale have renewed the appointments of five members of the KMTC Board of Management.

In a statement on Monday, August 31, the institution said Ruto reappointed Joseah Kiplangat Cheruiyot as Chairperson of the KMTC Board of Management for another three-year term.

Duale later reappointed four members representing public interest for an additional three-year term, effective August 28, 2026. 

They are Paul Kaino Cheboi, Eunice Wangui Karanja, Hardlyne Lusui and Eng. Dr. Joseph Ouma Atonga.

The five reappointed officials will continue working with other members of the KMTC Board drawn from key government institutions and the college’s leadership.

"They continue to serve alongside other members of the KMTC Board, including representatives of the Ministry of Health, the Director-General for Health, the National Treasury and the College Chief Executive Officer," the institution said.

KMTC said the board remains responsible for providing oversight and setting the strategic direction of KMTC as the institution works to widen access to health training and improve the quality of its programmes.

"The Board provides oversight and strategic direction to the College as KMTC expands access to health training, strengthens the quality of its programmes and responds to the changing needs of the country’s health sector," the statement added.

KMTC added that the renewed appointments are also expected to provide governance stability as KMTC pursues priorities outlined in its current Strategic Plan, including improvements in training, research, innovation and digital transformation.

"The reappointments provide stability in the College’s governance as KMTC advances key priorities under its Strategic Plan, including training quality, research and innovation, digital transformation, and institutional sustainability," the statement further read.