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📍 Garissa Township, P.O. Box 329-70100 📞 +254 716061788 ✉️ info@northeasternpoly.ac.ke
TVET Act 2013 · Fully Accredited · Est. 1990

Shaping Skilled Professionals
for Kenya's Future

North Eastern National Polytechnic (NENAP) offers world-class technical and vocational training across 20 departments at Innovation Campus, Garissa.

50+ Years of Excellence
40+ Programmes
20 Departments
150+ Qualified Staff
NENAP campus building
2013
TVET Accredited

Transforming Lives Through Technical Excellence

North Eastern National Polytechnic (NENAP) is a premier government-accredited technical and vocational training institution located at Innovation Campus, Garissa Township, Kenya. We equip students with practical, industry-relevant skills that meet the demands of today's job market.

Regulated under the TVET Act 2013 and serving students from across North Eastern Kenya and beyond, our institution offers a wide range of diploma, certificate, and short course programmes across 20 active departments — all led by experienced, qualified staff.

  • Fully accredited under Kenya TVET Act 2013
  • 20 active departments with industry-aligned curricula
  • Experienced and qualified teaching staff
  • Modern workshops, labs and training facilities
  • Online application & student support systems

Courses & Programmes We Offer

Choose from our wide range of diploma, certificate and short courses across 20 departments — all designed for today's job market.

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Electrical Engineering
Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
🕐 3 Years
📜 Diploma
Electrical Engineering
Certificate in Electrical Installation
🕐 2 Years
📜 Certificate
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Mechanical Engineering
Diploma in Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering
🕐 3 Years
📜 Diploma
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Health Sciences
Certificate in Medical Engineering Technology
🕐 2 Years
📜 Certificate
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Health Sciences
Diploma in Health Records & Information Management
🕐 3 Years
📜 Diploma
💻
Computing & Informatics
Diploma in Information Communication Technology
🕐 3 Years
📜 Diploma
💻
Computing & Informatics
Certificate in Computer Studies
🕐 1 Year
📜 Certificate
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Hospitality & Tourism
Diploma in Catering & Accommodation Management
🕐 3 Years
📜 Diploma
📊
Business
Diploma in Business Management
🕐 3 Years
📜 Diploma
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Diploma in Building Technology
🕐 3 Years
📜 Diploma
🖨️
Secretarial Studies
Diploma in Office Administration & Management
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma
Short Courses
Certificate in Plumbing & Pipe Fitting (Short Course)
🕐 3 Months
📜 Short Course
⚙️
Mechanical & Automotive
Automotive Technician (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
⚙️
Mechanical & Automotive
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
⚙️
Mechanical & Automotive
Welding & Fabrication (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
⚙️
Mechanical & Automotive
Automotive Technician (Certificate)
🕐 1 Year
📜 Certificate L5
⚙️
Mechanical & Automotive
Agricultural Machinery (Certificate)
🕐 1 Year
📜 Certificate L5
⚙️
Mechanical & Automotive
Motor Cycle Mechanic (Artisan)
🕐 6 Months
📜 Artisan L4
Electrical & Electronics
Mechatronics Technician (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
Electrical & Electronics
Electronics Technician (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
Electrical & Electronics
Mechatronics Technician (Certificate)
🕐 1 Year
📜 Certificate L5
Electrical & Electronics
Solar PV Installation (Artisan)
🕐 6 Months
📜 Artisan L3
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Civil Engineering (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Construction Management (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Highway Engineering (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Land Surveying (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Quantity Surveying (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Plumbing (Certificate L5)
🕐 1 Year
📜 Certificate L5
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Carpentry & Joinery (Certificate)
🕐 1 Year
📜 Certificate L5
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Scaffolding Technology (Certificate)
🕐 1 Year
📜 Certificate L5
🏗️
Building & Civil Eng.
Masonry (Artisan L4)
🕐 6 Months
📜 Artisan L4
💻
Computing & Informatics
Artificial Intelligence (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
💻
Computing & Informatics
Cyber Security (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
💻
Computing & Informatics
Computer Programming (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
💻
Computing & Informatics
Network & System Administration (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
💻
Computing & Informatics
Library & Information Science (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
💻
Short Courses · Computing
ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence)
🕐 3 Months
📜 Short Course
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Short Courses · Computing
Cisco CCNA — Network Associate
🕐 3 Months
📜 Short Course
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Short Courses · Computing
Graphic Design & Branding
🕐 3 Months
📜 Short Course
📊
Business Studies
Supply Chain Management (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
📊
Business Studies
Human Resource Management (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
📊
Business Studies
Accountancy / CPA (KASNEB)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
📊
Business Studies
Banking & Finance (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
📊
Business Studies
Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP)
🕐 6 Months
📜 HRMPEB
🏥
Health Sciences
Community Health (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🏥
Health Sciences
Nutrition & Dietetics (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🏥
Health Sciences
Social Work & Community Development (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🍽️
Hospitality & Tourism
Culinary Arts (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🍽️
Hospitality & Tourism
Baking Technology (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
🍽️
Hospitality & Tourism
Food & Beverage Sales & Service Management (Diploma)
🕐 2 Years
📜 Diploma L6
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Fashion Design & Cosmetology
Fashion Design & Tailoring (Artisan / Vocational)
🕐 6 Months
📜 Artisan / NITA
💇
Fashion Design & Cosmetology
Hair Dressing & Beauty Therapy
🕐 6 Months
📜 Artisan / NITA
🎂
Hospitality
Pastry & Bakery (Vocational)
🕐 6 Months
📜 Vocational / NITA
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News & Upcoming Events

Stay updated with the latest announcements, events, and news from NENAP.

🏛️ Governance 🤝 Community 🌟 Featured
📅 Saturday, 11th April 2026

NENAP Council Meets Garissa Leadership

A Bold Step Forward in Youth Empowerment Through Skills Development

🎓TVET Sensitization
💰Gov't Scholarships
🏭Facilities Tour
📢Media Briefing

The North Eastern National Polytechnic (NENAP) is taking a bold step forward in transforming the lives of our youth. On Saturday 11th April 2026, we hosted an extensive consultative engagement with key leaders from Garissa County, led by the Garissa Township MP, Hon. Major Dekow, accompanied by several Members of the County Assembly (MCAs).

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The Focus of the Meeting:
Youth Empowerment through Skills Development

Important Highlights of the Engagement

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TVET Sensitization

Discussed strategies to mobilize and sensitize our youth toward Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as a viable pathway to success.

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Government Scholarships & KUCCPS

Management provided updates on available government scholarships. Youth are encouraged to take advantage of the ongoing KUCCPS applications for the May intake.

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Accessible Funding Models

Recognizing financial barriers, the Council presented various funding models to ensure that no student is left behind due to a lack of fees.

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State-of-the-Art Facilities

The leadership team conducted a comprehensive tour of our departmental workshops, witnessing firsthand the modern, industry-standard equipment available to our students.

Our Commitment to the Youth

The North Eastern National Polytechnic is fully equipped and ready to receive thousands of young Kenyans. Our mission aligns with the government's agenda to:

1Develop high-level Technical skills
2Provide industry-relevant training
3Connect graduates with job opportunities locally & abroad
" We are not just teaching skills; we are building careers and securing the future of Kenya. "

The engagement concluded with a joint Media Briefing, where both the Polytechnic Council and the County Leadership reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the next generation of professionals.

Don't miss out! Apply now for the May intake through the KUCCPS portal and start your journey toward a skilled future.
Apply Now →
#TVET#NENAP#NorthernYouth #GarissaYouth#SkillsDevelopment#SkillsForLife #EducationSupport#KUCCPS2026#GovernmentScholarship
🔔   LIMITED SLOTS AVAILABLE — ACT NOW!   🔔
🎓 Admissions Open 📅 Deadline: 30th May 2026
MAY 2026 INTAKE
North Eastern National Polytechnic — NENAP, Garissa
Programmes Available:
⚡ Electrical Eng. ⚙️ Mechanical Eng. 💻 ICT & Computing 🏥 Health Sciences 📊 Business 🍽️ Hospitality 🏗️ Building & Civil + 40 More Programmes →
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Government Approved Fee
KES 67,189 per annum
HELB loans & bursaries available · KUCCPS placements accepted
📍 Innovation Campus, Garissa Township ✉️ admissions@northeasternpoly.ac.ke ☎️ +254 716 061 788
30 May
🎓 KUCCPS · TVET Placement
KUCCPS May 2026 TVET Placement — Apply for Your Course Now!
Target: 2020–2025 KCSE graduates · Deadline: 30th May 2026
Select NENAP as your institution of choice and choose from 40+ programmes.
30 May
💰 HELB · Student Funding
HELB Bursary & Loan Applications — Don't Miss Out on Free Funding!
TVET students at NENAP qualify for HELB bursaries & loans. Apply early — funds are limited!
Covers tuition, accommodation & upkeep for qualifying students.
25 Apr
📢 KATTI · National Campaign
KATTI Mobilization for 2 Million Enrollment — May 2026 Intake Ongoing
Government Approved Fee: KSH 67,189 per annum (inclusive of assessment fee)
Join any TVET institution and be skilled for a prosperous tomorrow.
Kenya Association of Technical Training Institutions (KATTI)
KATTI Mobilization May 2026 Intake
🏫 NENAP Campus Tour 2026
📅 March 2026 · Garissa Campus
🎓 Graduation Ceremony 2026
📅 March 2026 · Innovation Campus
Mr. / Dr. ABDULLAHI OMAR
Principal, NENAP

A Message of Welcome & Vision

"Welcome to North Eastern National Polytechnic. We are dedicated to providing quality technical and vocational education that equips our students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to thrive in today's competitive world. Our programmes are designed to be practical, industry-relevant, and transformative — creating graduates who are not just job seekers, but job creators who uplift their communities and contribute meaningfully to Kenya's development agenda."

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Academic & Administrative Departments

Explore our 11 departments, each led by experienced heads and offering industry-focused programmes.

Fees Structure 2025/2026

Transparent and fair fees per academic year. All amounts in Kenya Shillings (KES).

1. Tuition Fees (Per Academic Year)

Category Term I (KES) Term II (KES) Term III (KES) Annual Total (KES)
Day Scholars 22,397 22,396 22,396 67,189
Accommodation (Bed Only) 2,400 2,400 2,400 7,200

ℹ️ Day Scholar fee covers tuition only. Accommodation fee is charged separately per term for students residing in campus hostels.

2. Additional Fees Levied on Admission

Description Amount (KES) Frequency
Admission / Registration2,000One-off
Student ID500One-off
Student Welfare500Annually
TVETA Fees500Annually
TOTAL 3,500
🟢 Nutrition & Dietetics Students: An additional fee of KES 5,000 applies to all students pursuing the Nutrition and Dietetics programme.

3. Payment Information

BankKenya Commercial Bank (KCB)
BranchGarissa Branch
Account NameNorth Eastern National Polytechnic
Account No.1107801818
⚠️ Personal cheques are NOT accepted. Students must bring the full amount on registration day. No registration will be done without full payment. Reporting Date: 27th May 2026.

Downloads & Documents

Access key institutional documents, forms, and publications below.

Online Application Form

Apply for admission to NENAP directly online. Fill in your details accurately and submit. You will receive a reference number upon successful submission.

Simple 4-Step Process

1
Fill the Form
Complete all required personal, academic and programme details in the online form.
2
Review & Submit
Review all your details carefully then click Submit Application.
3
Get Your Reference
You will receive a unique reference number. Keep it safe for tracking your application.
4
Await Confirmation
Admissions office will review and contact you within 5–7 working days with the outcome.
📌 May 2026 Intake Deadline: 30th May 2026.
For assistance, call +254 716061788 or email admissions@northeasternpoly.ac.ke

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