Kinangop Technical and Vocational College (KTV8)
A public technical and vocational college in Nyandarua, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Nyandarua
- Established
- 2022
- Students
- 1,500
- Employment rate
- 75%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Kinangop Technical and Vocational College (KTVC) was established in 2014 to address the growing demand for skilled labor in Kenya's central region. The college is situated in Nyandarua County, providing accessible TVET education to youth from both rural and peri-urban areas. Its mission is to offer competency-based training that aligns with Kenya's Vision 2030 and the Big Four Agenda, focusing on industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and ICT.
The college offers a diverse range of diploma and certificate programs, including Electrical Engineering, Information Communication Technology, Business Management, Hospitality and Tourism, and Agricultural Technology.
Accredited by TVETA and KNEC, the institution serves as a key technical training centre for the region, supporting the local economy with skilled graduates.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 35,000 to Ksh 70,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Nyeri National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on mechanical skills for nyandarua county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority
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
- Student Accommodation with modern equipment for practical training
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as electrical professionals across Nyandarua County in Kinangop
- Alumni contributing to electrical industries and enterprises in Nyandarua
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 Kinangop 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.