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# KDF Recruitment 2025 - recruit.mod.go.ke
- URL: https://www.blog.nestict.com/kdf-recruitment-2025-recruit-mod-go-ke/
- Published: 2025-10-06T10:24:28.000Z
- Updated: 2025-11-12T10:20:06.000Z
- Author: Nestict Infotech CSR
- Tags: kdf, JOBS, PSC JOBS, Featured

The ***Kenya* Defence Forces (KDF)** has officially announced its nationwide recruitment exercise scheduled to take place in **October 2025**. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Kenyans who are passionate about serving their country in various capacities within the military.

### 📢 **Available Positions**

The recruitment exercise will cover the following categories:

1. **General Service Officer (GSO) Cadet – Regular**
2. **General Service Officer (GSO) Cadet – Graduate**
3. **Specialist Officers**
4. **General Duty Recruits**
5. **Tradesmen and Tradeswomen**
6. **Defence Forces Constables**

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## 📝 **Eligibility and Requirements**

### 🧾 **Basic Eligibility**

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- Must be a **Kenyan citizen** with a valid National Identity Card (ID).
- Present the **original and four (4) copies** each of the following documents:
  - National ID
  - KRA PIN Certificate
  - Academic Certificates (KCSE, Diploma, Degree, etc.)

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### 🎂 **Age Requirements**

- **GSO Cadets**: 18 – 26 years
- **Specialist Officers & Tradesmen/Women**: Not above 30 years
- **Chaplains/Imams**: Not above 39 years

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### 🎓 **Professional Requirements**

- Candidates must have **relevant academic qualifications** in their field.
- A minimum of **two (2) years of professional experience** is required.
- Qualifications must be **verified by the respective regulatory body**.

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### 🏃 **Physical & Health Requirements**

| Category | Minimum Height  | Minimum Weight |
| -------- | --------------- | -------------- |
| Men      | 1.60m (5ft 3in) | 54.55 kg       |
| Women    | 1.52m (5ft)     | 50 kg          |

- Body Mass Index (BMI) should be **below 30**.
- Candidates must **not have major scars or tattoos**.
- Must be physically and medically fit for military training.

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### ⚠️ **Other Conditions**

- Must have a **clean criminal record**.
- **Female candidates must not be pregnant** during recruitment and training.
- All candidates must be ready to undergo rigorous military training.

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## 📅 **Recruitment Period**

The recruitment exercise will take place across the country in **October 2025**. Interested applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents early and confirm their eligibility before applying.

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## 🌐 **How to Apply**

All applications and detailed recruitment information are available on the official KDF portal:

👉 [https://recruit.mod.go.ke](https://recruit.mod.go.ke/?ref=blog.nestict.com)

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## 🚨 **Important Notice**

- **The KDF does not charge any fees** during the recruitment process.
- Beware of fraudsters and report any suspicious activities to security agencies.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and further processing.

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### 💪 **Why Join the KDF?**

Becoming part of the Kenya Defence Forces offers you a chance to **serve the nation**, gain **discipline and leadership skills**, and build a **fulfilling career** in national service. Successful candidates will undergo thorough training to prepare them for their respective roles.

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👉 **For more details and to apply, visit**: [https://recruit.mod.go.ke](https://recruit.mod.go.ke/?ref=blog.nestict.com)

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