Transfer to another university or college through KUCCPS (inter-institution transfer)
Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service · sources read 30 Sep 2026
If KUCCPS placed you and you want a different university or college, apply for an inter-institution transfer on the KUCCPS Student's Portal when the window opens after placement results. It costs KSh 1,000 and you can only transfer once.
- Fee
- KSh 1,000Inter-institution transfer processing fee
- How long
- Up to 14 working days
- Where
- Online on the KUCCPS Student's Portal, when the transfer window is open
What you need
- Your KCSE index number, KCSE exam year and password (your KCPE index number or birth certificate number)
Steps
- Watch the KUCCPS website and official social media for the transfer window. It opens for a set period after placement results are out.
- Log in to the KUCCPS Student's Portal (students.kuccps.net) or the KUCCPS Students App.
- Apply for the transfer to the institution and course you qualify for, and pay the KSh 1,000 processing fee.
- The heads of both institutions must endorse your request. Processing takes up to 14 working days.
Watch out
- You can transfer only once, so choose carefully.
- Changing course within the same institution is not done through KUCCPS. Ask your institution.
Who can apply
- Students already placed by KUCCPS
- You must meet the minimum requirements and the cut-off points for the course at the institution you want to move to.
Official sources (1)
- Frequently Asked Questions kuccps.net · read 30 Sep 2026