The National Youth Service (NYS) is looking to recruit volunteer servicemen and women nationwide.



According to an advertisement shared by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria, the recruitment exercise will occur from February 5 to 9, 2024. 

The exercise will take place in every sub-county in Kenya.

Those interested must meet several requirements, including a minimum grade of D (plain) or higher on their KCSE exams. 


Others are: 

- Be a Kenyan citizen and resident of the sub-county you are applying to. 

- Be between 18 and 24 years of age.

- Arrive at the recruitment venue with your original National ID and academic certificates.

- Obtain a certificate of good conduct.

- Be ready to undergo medical check-ups during and after the recruitment exercise.

- Be ready to undergo rigorous physical training.

- Be ready to serve voluntarily in any part of Kenya.


Successful candidates will be advised when to report to the NYS training colleges in Gilgil and Naivasha. 

Orphans will be given priority during the recruitment drive as long as they can provide documentation such as death certificates and burial permits. 

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply, provided they can withstand the rigorous physical training.