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Apply for a HELB student loan

Omba mkopo wa HELB

Kenyan students admitted to universities and TVET colleges can apply for Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) loans and bursaries to fund their studies.

Time to complete
30–60 days
Cost
Free to apply; repayment begins 12 months after graduation
Ministry
Higher Education Loans Board

What you'll need

  • Admission letter
  • National ID
  • KRA PIN
  • Parents' ID and KRA PIN
  • Bank account details

Apply for this service

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Get help

If you need help with this service, contact the Higher Education Loans Board or visit any Huduma Centre.

eCitizen helpline: 0800 724 001 (toll free) · support@ecitizen.go.ke