Ministry of Interior Shortlisted Candidates 2025/2026 PDF is Out

Is Ministry of Interior shortlisted candidates 2025 out? How do i know if i have been shortlisted? How can i check my application status online? What are the criteria used to shortlist candidates?

In this post, you’ll see how you can access the full list of successful candidates for the 2025 Ministry of Interior & National Administration recruitment exercise. You’ll also find the direct link to check or download the list.

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Overview of the Ministry of Interior Recruitment Exercise

The Ministry of Interior & National Administration in Kenya is one of the most important government ministries. It handles security, registration of persons, coordination of national government functions, and oversees agencies such as:

  • Kenya Prisons Service (KPS)
  • National Registration Bureau (NRB)
  • Department of Immigration Services (DIS)
  • National Government Administration Officers (NGAO)

To be recruited under this Ministry is free and very transparent. In addition, applicants are warned never to pay money to anyone who claims to help them get shortlisted or hired. Candidates are regularly advised to visit the official website to apply for vacant positions.

Is Ministry of Interior Shortlisted Candidates 2025 Out?

Yes, the shortlist for some agencies under the Ministry of Interior has been released. Recently, the Kenya Prisons Service published the names of successful applicants for its 2025 recruitment.

The announcement listed candidates who qualified for cadet and technical positions and invited them to attend interviews at the Prisons Staff Training College (PSTC) in Ruiru.

So, if you applied for this recruitment, then it is time to check if you were shortlisted. Let’s examine the criteria that were used in selecting candidates.

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Eligibility Criteria for Shortlisting

The following are the main criteria used by the Ministry of Interior:

1. Correct Application Submission

You must have submitted your application form correctly before the deadline. Applicants with any incomplete or late applications are automatically disqualified.

2. Educational Qualifications

Interested candidates must meet the education level for the position for which they are applying. For Entry-level positions, it is required that you are to possess at least a D+ in the KCSE certificate. On the other hand, higher positions would require having at least a Diploma certificate to be eligible.

3. Citizenship

Only Kenyan citizens with a valid National ID or Passport are eligible to apply for the recruitment.

4. Age Limit

Applicants are usually required to be between 18 and 35 years old. However, for certain roles, there may also be specific height and fitness requirements.

5. Character and Conduct

Candidates with any history of misconduct or fake documents will not be shortlisted. The Ministry works closely with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to verify applicants’ backgrounds.

How to Check Ministry of Interior Shortlisted Candidates 2025/2026

Follow these steps to check if your name is on the Ministry of Interior shortlist:

Step 1: Go to the official Ministry of Interior website.

Step 2: Scroll down or go to the menu bar and click on “Notices.”

Step 3: Look for a link titled “Recruitment Updates” and click the link to download the PDF list of shortlisted candidates.

Step 4: Open the PDF on your phone or computer. Look for your name on the PDF list.

If you don’t see your name, don’t panic. The list might still be released in phases but that depends on your department or position.

Names of Shortlisted Candidates

The full list of shortlisted candidates is available in a downloadable PDF file on the Ministry’s official website. The PDF document usually includes:

  • Candidate’s full name.
  • National ID or application number.
  • Position applied for.
  • County or sub-county.
  • Interview venue and date.

What to Do After Checking the Shortlist

If your name appears on the shortlist, continue to check this blog for details about the interview date and time. On the interview day, make sure you arrive early and follow every instruction given by the officers in charge.

In addition, the Ministry of Interior has also warned applicants not to pay money to anyone promising to “secure” a job. This is because all government recruitments in Kenya are strictly based on merit.

Conclusion 

All shortlisted candidates should now focus on preparing well for the interview stage and ensuring that all required documents are in order.

For those who are not yet shortlisted, keep visiting this blog to get the update when another batch of candidates is released.

Kindly share this information with your colleagues and others who will need information on this recruitment.

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