KNEC Gears Up for KJSEA Examiner Training for Shortlisted Teachers.
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is set to commence training for teachers who will serve as examiners for the Grade 9 Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA). A list of shortlisted candidates has already been published following the acceptance of their applications.
Shortlisted teachers must now complete their registration by making a payment of KES 10,500 through a designated paybill number and subsequently validating the transaction on the KNEC examiners’ portal. The training process will initially be conducted online before transitioning to a physical, residential venue.
Examination and Assessment Details
The first cohort under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) will undertake the final junior school assessment, KJSEA, between October and November 2025. The examination will incorporate projects, practicals, and theory-based assessments.
Candidates will commence with the Creative Arts and Sports Project in May, which will run until July. Throughout July, they will also be required to complete a Pre-Technical Studies Project. The theory and practical examinations will take place over eight days, from October 24 to November 5, 2025. Candidate registration for the 2025 KJSEA will officially close at midnight on March 28, 2025.
Subjects for Examiner Training
KNEC has identified twenty-four examinable subjects for which teachers will be trained. The examiners will be prepared in the following subjects:
- English (Composition and Literary Analysis) – 901/2
- Kiswahili (Insha na Utangulizi wa Usahihi) – 902/2
- Mathematics – 903
- Kenya Sign Language (KSL) – 904/2
- Integrated Science Practical – 905/2
- Biology – 905/3
- Chemistry – 905/4
- Physics – 905/5
- Agriculture and Nutrition Practical – 906/2
- Agriculture – 906/3
- Home Science – 906/4
- History – 907/1
- Geography – 907/2
- Christian Religious Education (CRE) – 908
- Islamic Religious Education (IRE) – 909
- Hindu Religious Education (HRE) – 910
- Art – 911/1
- Music – 911/2
- Physical Health Education (PHE) – 911/3
- Computer Studies – 912/1
- Business Studies – 912/2
- Woodwork – 912/3
- Metalwork – 912/4
- Building and Construction – 912/5
Examiner Training Criteria
To qualify as an examiner, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be an active teacher or tutor in the respective subject area at the examination level or higher.
- Be registered and/or employed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) or Public Service Commission.
- Possess a Diploma in Education or higher qualification.
- Have at least three years of teaching experience.
- Must not be under interdiction or any other disciplinary action from TSC or employer.
- Obtain a recommendation from their institution’s head.
- Be 50 years of age or younger.
- Tutors from Teachers Training Colleges and TVET institutions are encouraged to apply for Home Science.
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Application Procedure
Teachers interested in participating in the training must follow the outlined application steps:
- Access the KNEC examiners’ portal via https://examinersapp.knec.ac.ke.
- Log in using CP2 credentials (username and password).
- If unable to recall the password, click “reset password,” enter the mobile number in the format 2547********, and submit to receive a new password.
- Applicants without a CP2 account must create one by following the provided instructions to obtain login credentials.
- After logging in, complete and save the personal profile details.
- Click “Apply for Training” on the dashboard, where available vacancies will be listed.
Only applicants who meet the qualifications and submit all necessary documents will be considered, with selections made on a first-come, first-served basis.
KNEC Gears Up for KJSEA Examiner Training for Shortlisted Teachers
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