After completing the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), students seeking to join higher education institutions apply for placement through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS). Once the application and revision processes are completed, students are placed into various universities and colleges across the country based on their choices and qualifications.

This article provides a detailed guide on how students can know their placement results after applying through KUCCPS.

1. Checking Placement via the KUCCPS Student Portal

The most reliable and cost-free method of checking your placement is through the official KUCCPS Student Portal.

Steps to Follow:

1. 1.Visit the KUCCPS Student Portal
   Go to https://students.kuccps.net.

1. 2.Log In to Your Account

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   Use the following credentials to log in:

• Username: Your KCSE Index Number (e.g., 202412345678912).

• Year: The year you sat for KCSE.

• Password: Your Birth Certificate Number or KCPE Index Number (whichever was used during registration).

1. 3.Access Placement Results

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   Once logged in, navigate to the dashboard. Your placement results, including the name of the institution and the course you've been placed in, will be displayed.

2. Checking Placement via SMS (Shortcode Service)

KUCCPS also provides a shortcode service for students who may not have access to the internet.

Procedure:

1. 1.Compose a text message with your full KCSE Index Number, starting with the year (e.g., 202412345678912).

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2. 2.Send the message to 20842.

1. You will receive an SMS response showing your placement results, including the institution and course.

Note: Each SMS costs KES 25.

3. Using the KUCCPS Mobile Application

KUCCPS has developed a mobile application that allows students to check their placement and access other services.

How to Use the App:

1. 1.Download the KUCCPS Students App from the Google Play Store.

1. 2.Launch the app and log in using:

• -Your KCSE Index Number as the username.

• -Your Birth Certificate Number or KCPE Index Number as the password.

1. 3.View your placement information under the placement section of the app.

4. Visiting KUCCPS Offices or Huduma Centres

Students who encounter difficulties accessing their results online or via SMS can visit KUCCPS help desks located in selected Huduma Centres across the country.

Major Huduma Centres with KUCCPS Desks Include:

• -Nairobi (GPO)

• -Mombasa

• -Kisumu

• -Nakuru

• -Eldoret

• -Nyeri

• -Thika

• -Meru

• -Kakamega

• -Garissa

• -Kitale

   

At these centres, students can access internet facilities or receive assistance from KUCCPS officers in checking their placement status.

5. Contacting KUCCPS for Assistance

If you are unable to retrieve your placement details through the methods above, you can directly contact KUCCPS through the following channels:

• -Telephone: 020 5137400 or 0723 954 927

• -Email: info@kuccps.ac.ke

• -Website: www.kuccps.ac.ke

Conclusion

Checking your university placement after applying through KUCCPS is a straightforward process, with multiple accessible options ranging from the online portal and mobile app to SMS and in-person assistance. It is essential for students to ensure they keep their examination and personal identification details safe, as they are necessary for accessing these services.

By following the steps outlined above, students can easily find out the institutions and courses they have been admitted to, and begin making preparations for their next phase of education.