How to Check KDF Shortlisted Candidates 2025/2026
If you had applied for the latest Kenya Defence Forces recruitment 2025 which was to bring in new General Service Officers, Tradesmen and Women, and others, here is a follow-up comprehensive detailed guide to help you on how to check KDF shortlisted candidates 2025/2026.
The shortlist is published by the Ministry of Defence and KDF in a PDF format, and candidates whose names are shortlisted are qualified, and also required to attend further interviews and medical examinations. Knowing exactly where and how to check the shortlist, is something applicants should not miss out on.
Is KDF Shortlisted Candidates 2025 PDF Out?
For quite some time now, our readers have been prompting us the following queries; when will the KDF shortlist be out? Is the name of successful candidates out for Kenya Defence Forces? How do I check if I am shortlisted for KDF?
Moreover, the latest information from different sources has confirmed the release of KDF shortlisted candidates for 2025 recruitment, and this is for all counties including the names of applicants who successfully applied.
Requirements to be Shortlisted
The Kenya Defence Forces uphold a transparent process when recruiting applicants for the Army, Air Force, or Navy, ensuring each candidate is carefully evaluated against the required standards through meeting the conditions below:
- Candidates must have participated in the just concluded recruitment
- Your application must have been received on or before the closure of the application phase
- Each attachable documents of yours must be validated
- Lastly, meeting all requirements set by the Defence Forces is a top priority
Official Platforms to Check the Shortlist
- Ministry of Defence Website
- National Newspapers
- Direct Notifications (Through the number you provided in the application)
How to Check KDF Shortlisted Candidates 2025/2026
- Go to the Ministry of Defence website via www.mod.go.ke.
- Click on the section displaying the latest job and recruitment updates.
- Find the PDF document titled KDF Shortlisted Candidates 2025/2026.
- Open and search to find your name, national ID, or application number.
- Verify that your name, county, and position match your application.
- Read carefully for reporting venues, required documents, and interview dates if there is a left behind note.
List of KDF Shortlisted Candidates 2025
1. Artisan Plumber III (CSG15)
| S/N | Names of Shortlisted Candidates |
| 1 | Kennedy, Onyago Owuor |
| 2 | Kariru, Zipporah |
| 3 | Nyamora, Nyamwago Vincent |
| 4 | Kamau, Alex Kuria |
| 5 | Kingoo, Fredrick |
2. Motor Vehicle Mechanic III (CSG15)
| S/N | Names of Shortlisted Candidates |
| 1 | Omollo, Narman Onyango |
| 2 | Khagali, Alvine Amboso |
| 3 | Gakui, Brian Wachira |
| 4 | Munyao, Patrick Kaloki |
| 5 | Kimrut, Lindah Chebiwott |
3. Senior Support Staff /Sanitary Cleaner CSG
| S/N | Names of Shortlisted Candidates |
| 1 | Limaris, Akeno Evans |
| 2 | Saidimu, Timothy Timoi |
| 3 | Nchogu, Pauline Moraa |
| 4 | Koigi, Lilian Njambi |
| 5 | Kitti, Leah Kahonzi |
4. Cook III (CSG15)
| S/N | Names of Shortlisted Candidates |
| 1 | Koroz, Chemutai |
| 2 | Nganga, M Wairimu |
| 3 | Onduso, Damacline Nyambare |
| 4 | Yaa, Mary Mkonza |
| 5 | Faith, Nyokabi Wachira |
5. Driver III CSG16
| S/N | Names of Shortlisted Candidates |
| 1 | Machuka, Felix Chweya |
| 2 | Odongo, Risper Anyango |
| 3 | Wandili, David Lukorito |
| 4 | Mutua, Michael Mutisya |
| 5 | Caleb, Lekakeny Kaikai |
For the full-list of the shortlisted candidates, you are advised to visit the official portal of the Defence Forces via mod.go.ke and download the PDF.
Follow Up Procedures for Shortlisted Candidates
Upon finding your name on the shortlist, you are required to proceed as follows:
- Prepare the required documents such as your original national ID, academic certificates, professional credentials (for specialist roles), and passport photographs.
- Report to the specified venue on the date provided.
- Be ready for medical screening, physical fitness tests, and further interviews.
What Should Not-Shortlisted Candidates Do?
It can only mean one thing if you have not seen your name on the shortlist, and that is not being qualified at the moment to join the Defence Forces of Kenya. Applicants may wait for the next recruitment exercise or apply for a different role when available.
Conclusion
Checking the KDF shortlisted candidates for 2025/2026 is a straightforward process if you know where to look. By using the Ministry of Defence website, official KDF notices, and verified newspapers, applicants can quickly confirm their status. Always verify details early and follow instructions carefully to avoid missing critical dates. This step is essential in progressing to the next stage of recruitment and securing a position within the Kenya Defence Forces.
