KASNEB Issues Fresh Notice to Students Ahead of December Exams

The Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB) has issued a fresh notice to students ahead of the December 2026 examinations.

In a notice on Thursday, October 8, the Board reminded candidates of the booking deadline and requirements they must meet before sitting the examinations.

KASNEB said it is reviewing its examination syllabuses, with the December 2026 examinations set to be the final examinations conducted under the current syllabus.

"KASNEB is in the process of reviewing the examination syllabuses. The last examinations to be undertaken under the current syllabus will be conducted from Monday, 30 November 2026 to Thursday, 3 December 2026," the notice read.

The examination body has set Friday, October 30, as the deadline for booking the December examinations and warned that there will be no extension of the deadline.

KASNEB also directed students to complete all applications and payments relating to registration, exemptions, examination booking and annual registration renewal through the KASNEB student portal.

Candidates sitting the examinations outside Kenya have also been given specific payment instructions. 

They are required to pay the relevant fees in US dollars through KASNEB KCB Ltd's dollar account number 1123096465 at Capital Hill Branch, Nairobi.

KASNEB cautioned students against making cash or M-PESA payments to individuals or members of its staff.

The examination body further stated that cheque payments will not be accepted from training institutions and students. 

Training institutions making payments have been directed to use the RTGS mode of payment, while National Government-Constituency Development Fund (CDF) payments must be presented at KASNEB offices for processing.

Candidates will also be required to obtain authority to sit the examinations, contained in their timetable, before they can be allowed to sit the December 2026 examinations.

KASNEB said candidates must sit their examinations at the designated examination centres indicated on their timetables.

This comes months after KASNEB announced the rollout of a new biometric registration and identification system that will require students to submit facial images and fingerprints.

In a notice on Monday, February 16, KASNEB said it has developed a Biometric Registration and Identification System (BRIS) aimed at strengthening security, accuracy, and efficiency in the administration of its examinations.

"KASNEB is dedicated to enhancing the examination experience and upholding the highest standards of integrity, accuracy and security in its examinations. To this end, KASNEB has developed a Biometric Registration and Identification System (BRIS) specifically for KASNEB students," the notice read.

According to KASNEB, the system is designed to accurately capture and securely maintain each student’s unique biometric information, streamline student registration and identification during examinations.

It will also provide timely and accurate reports on examination attendance and student verification.

Under the phased roll-out plan, the initial biometric registration will target students enrolled in selected Computer Based Examinations (CBE). 

It includes Certificate in Accounting and Management Skills (CAMS), Accounting Technicians Diploma (ATD), Certified Credit Professional (CCP), Certified Quality Professional (CQP), Certified Forensic Fraud Examiner (CFFE), and Certified Public Finance Manager (CPFM).

"The biometric registration exercise will be conducted physically at designated centers, commencing on Monday, 16 February 2026," the notice stated.

KASNEB clarified that it will capture biometric features, including a facial image and at least two fingerprints, to ensure secure and reliable identification throughout the examination cycle.

"KASNEB will capture biometric features, including a facial image and at least two fingerprints, to ensure secure and reliable identification throughout the examination cycle," the board said.

Students will be required to present themselves in person at the registration venues and carry valid identification documents, such as a National ID or passport, during the exercise. 

Prior to data collection, candidates must complete and sign a consent form in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.

"All biometric data will be handled with strict confidentiality and used solely for examination administration and related official purposes," KASNEB assured.

KASNEB said details regarding registration venues, schedules, and requirements will be communicated directly to affected students and training institutions.