As thousands of learners prepare to join Senior Secondary School in 2026 after the 2025 KJSEA exams, one of the biggest concerns for parents is how to finance school fees, uniforms, transport and other essential learning needs. The transition to senior school places new financial demands on households, especially for families facing economic hardship, single-parent families, or learners from disadvantaged backgrounds. Fortunately, the Kenyan government—through both County Governments and the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF)—has continued to provide bursaries to ensure no learner is left behind due to lack of fees.
County and NG-CDF bursaries remain the most accessible forms of financial assistance for learners across the country. Every year, each county and constituency allocates a dedicated education budget specifically meant to support bright and needy students. These bursaries target learners joining or already enrolled in secondary school, TVET institutions, and sometimes universities. For incoming senior secondary students, these programmes are especially crucial because they directly reduce the financial burden on parents at the beginning of the school year.
What makes these bursaries reliable is that they are offered through local administrative structures—Ward Offices, MCA Offices, Sub-County Education Offices, CDF Offices, and chiefs—making it easier for parents to access forms and submit applications without long travel or complicated processes. While competition is high, any learner who applies early, attaches the required documents, and clearly explains their financial need stands a good chance of receiving support.
This list compiles the key County Government bursaries and NG-CDF bursaries available for the 2026 intake, along with where to find the forms, who qualifies, and how parents can apply effectively. Whether you are a parent, guardian or student, this guide will help you tap into available opportunities and secure the financial support needed for a smooth transition into senior secondary school.
List of Open Bursary Scholarships
1. Khwisero NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
2.Mwatate NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
3. Nakuru County NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
4. Bomet East NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
5. West Mugirango NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
6. Kitutu Masaba NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
7. Yatta NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
8. Bomachoge NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
9. Turkana south NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
10. Suna West
11. Likoni NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
12. Nyali NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
13. Mwala NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
14. Makueni
15. Kinango NG-CDF
16. Kabondo Kasipul Constituency NG-CDF
17. Nyaribari Masaba NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
18. Voi NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
19. Borabu NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
20. Garsen NG-CDF Bursary Application For 2025 /26 FY
