Kakrao Technical and Vocational College (KTV)
A public technical and vocational college in Migori, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Migori
- Established
- 2020
- Students
- 750
- Employment rate
- 68%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Kakrao Technical and Vocational College, located in Kisumu County, was established in 2015 to address the growing demand for skilled technical professionals in the Lake Victoria region in Kenya. The college offers a range of diploma and certificate programs in engineering, business, and ICT, with a strong focus on hands-on training and community engagement.
Its mission is to empower youth with market-relevant skills for employment and self-reliance, contributing to Kenya's Vision 2030 and the Big Four Agenda. In 2026, the institution continues to expand its workshops and digital learning resources to meet evolving industry needs.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 35,000 to Ksh 65,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Maasai Technical Training Institute
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on building & civil skills for migori county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
5 listed- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Building & Civil Engineering
- Welding & Fabrication
Courses offered
17 listed- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Artisan in Electrical Wireman
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Certificate in Electronics Engineering
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Certificate in Building Technology
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Artisan in Masonry
- Certificate in Welding and Fabrication
Campus and beyond
Where you would be, and who they are connected to.
On campus
- Well-stocked library with digital resource centre for trainees
- Engineering Workshops for mechanical and electrical practical training
- Computer Laboratories with internet access for ICT training
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as building professionals across Migori County in Suna
- Alumni contributing to building industries and enterprises in Migori
International partnerships
4 institutions- TVETA (Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority)
- KNEC (Kenya National Examinations Council)
- CDACC (Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council)
- Ministry of Education
Further reading
Entry marks, intakes and fees at Kakrao Technical and Vocational College are restated each year. Save it and the app keeps this version, so you can see what changed when it does.