TVET Colleges by County in Kenya

3,166+institutions across 47 counties

Every county in Kenya has accredited TVET colleges. Whether you are in Nairobi, Mombasa, or a rural county, there is a technical college near you. Select your county to see all the options.

Each county page shows institution names, course lists, fee ranges, accreditation status, and contact details — all verified and updated for 2026.

Browse all countiesStart with Nairobi

Counties

47

Every county mapped with live institution data

Institutions

3,166+

National polytechnics, TTIs, VTCs & private colleges

Course Areas

1415+

Trade, ICT, business, health & creative courses

Verified Data

Sourced

From TVETA & HELB official registers

How to Find Your TVET College

1

Pick Your County

Find your county in the list below. Counties are grouped by region to make it easy. You can also start with the most popular counties using the quick links.

2

Browse Colleges in Your County

Each county page lists all registered institutions with their accreditation status, course offerings, fee ranges, intake months, and contact details.

3

Compare & Apply

Once you find the right college, check the fees guide, see if you qualify for a HELB TVET loan, and apply through KUCCP or directly to the institution.

Counties with the Most TVET Colleges

574Nairobiinstitutions233Kiambuinstitutions158Nakuruinstitutions117Uasin Gishuinstitutions111Machakosinstitutions96Kituiinstitutions

All 47 Counties

Nairobi

NairobiNairobi CBD, Westlands
574

Central

KiambuThika, Ruiru
233
KirinyagaKerugoya, Kutus
39
Murang'aMurang'a, Thika
85
NyandaruaOl Kalou, Nyahururu
31
NyeriNyeri Town, Karatina
49

Coast

KilifiKilifi, Malindi
86
KwaleKwale, Ukunda
51
LamuLamu, Mpeketoni
10
Taita TavetaVoi, Wundanyi
47
Tana RiverHola, Garsen
12

Eastern

EmbuEmbu, Runyenjes
49
IsioloIsiolo, Garbatulla
10
KituiKitui, Mwingi
96
MachakosMachakos Town, Athi River
111
MakueniWote, Makindu
72
MarsabitMarsabit, Moyale
11
MeruMeru Town, Maua
78
Tharaka NithiChuka, Marimanti
31

North Eastern

GarissaGarissa, Dadaab
19
ManderaMandera, El Wak
15
WajirWajir, Habaswein
16

Nyanza

Homa BayHoma Bay, Mbita
—
KisiiKisii, Ogembo
87
KisumuKisumu City, Ahero
86
MigoriMigori, Kehancha
51
NyamiraNyamira, Keroka
49
SiayaSiaya, Bondo
50

Rift Valley

BaringoKabarnet, Eldama Ravine
27
BometBomet, Sotik
38
Elgeyo MarakwetIten, Kapsowar
27
KajiadoKitengela, Kajiado Town
82
KerichoKericho, Litein
41
LaikipiaNanyuki, Nyahururu
30
NakuruNakuru City, Naivasha
158
NandiKapsabet, Nandi Hills
31
NarokNarok, Kilgoris
26
SamburuMaralal, Archers Post
10
Trans NzoiaKitale, Kiminini
62
TurkanaLodwar, Kakuma
33
Uasin GishuEldoret, Burnt Forest
117
West PokotKapenguria, Makutano
18

Western

BungomaBungoma, Webuye
94
BusiaBusia, Nambale
32
KakamegaKakamega, Mumias
94
VihigaVihiga, Mbale
40

Looking for HELB-approved colleges? Many TVET institutions across all counties are HELB-approved. Check individual county pages for the HELB status of each college.Read the HELB TVET loan guide →

Frequently Asked Questions

Which county has the most TVET colleges?
Nairobi County has the most TVET institutions with 574 accredited colleges. Browse TVET colleges in Nairobi →
How do I find a TVET college in my county?
Select your county from the list below. Each county page lists all registered TVET institutions with details on courses offered, fee ranges, accreditation status, and contact information — all updated for 2026.
Are TVET courses and fees the same across all counties?
Course offerings vary by county based on local industry demand, while fees differ between public and private institutions. Public national polytechnics and TTIs in every county offer subsidized rates. See the full TVET fees guide →

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