KDF to Conduct Nationwide Recruitment in October

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has announced a nationwide recruitment exercise scheduled for October 2025.

In a public notice statement released on Sunday, September 14, 2025, the military stated that the recruitment will cover various categories, including General Service Officer Cadets (Regular and Graduate), Specialist Officers, General Duty Recruits, Tradesmen and Women, and Defence Forces Constables.

“The Kenya Defence Force (KDF) is pleased to announce to the public the recruitment of General Service Officer Cadet Regular, General Service Officer Cadet Graduate, Specialist Officers, General Duty Recruits, Tradesmen and Women, and Defence Forces Constables,” the statement reads.

According to the military, the recruitment will take place in the month of October 2025 across the country, giving all qualified Kenyans an opportunity to join the team.

“The recruitment will take place in October 2025,” KDF, in the statement, adds.

This year’s applications for police recruits will be done online through the official National Police Service Commission portal. The move is aimed at locking out middlemen and ensuring that only genuine applicants are considered.

The KDF also issued a strict warning that the recruitment process is free and that any form of bribery or corruption is a criminal offense, urging the public to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station, military camp, or via the provided hotlines.

This emphasizes the KDF's commitment to a fair and transparent process, ensuring that only the most qualified candidates are selected to serve the nation.

All interested candidates in the categories, including General Service Officer Cadets (Regular and Graduates), Specialist Officers, and Tradesmen/women MUST apply online by visiting https://recruit.mod.go.ke to submit the application before 12th October 2025.

The shortlisted candidates will be notified through the print media between 21st and 24th October 2025.