Nkabune Technical Training Institute (NT4)
A public technical and vocational college in Meru, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Meru
- Established
- 2018
- Students
- 2,500
- Employment rate
- 65%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Nkabune Technical Training Institute, located in Meru County, was established in 1979 to provide accessible technical and vocational education to the local community in Kenya. The institute is dedicated to equipping students with practical skills and knowledge for self-reliance and employment.
It offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, business, information technology, and applied sciences, catering to both secondary school leavers and adults seeking upskilling.
Its curriculum is regularly updated to align with industry demands, and it has strong linkages with local industries for attachment and job placement. The institute also emphasizes entrepreneurship and innovation, preparing graduates to start their
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 45,000 to Ksh 85,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Meru National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on building & civil skills for meru 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 Hostels with boarding facilities for trainees
- Cafeteria providing meals and refreshments for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as automotive professionals across Meru County
- Alumni contributing to automotive industries and enterprises in Meru
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 Nkabune Technical Training Institute are restated each year. Save it and the app keeps this version, so you can see what changed when it does.