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How to pay KMTC fees via M-PESA paybill 222222

Step-by-step guide to paying Kenya Medical Training College fees via the government paybill 222222, with fee structure and HELB notes.

9 min read Updated 27 April 2026by paybillke editorial

The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is the largest mid-level medical training institution in East Africa, with campuses in nearly every county. It trains nurses, clinical officers, pharmaceutical technologists, medical lab technologists, dental technologists, public health officers, and a long list of other allied health professions. Fees are paid through M-PESA paybill 222222 — the same government services paybill used for KRA, eCitizen, NHIF/SHA, and HELB. The account number you enter is what tells the system that the payment is for KMTC.

How a single paybill serves multiple agencies

Paybill 222222 is operated by the National Treasury / KRA as the consolidated government receipts paybill. It routes payments to the correct agency based on the account number you enter. KMTC has its own institutional account configuration — when you enter your KMTC admission number as the account, the system identifies the recipient as KMTC and credits your student record.

This is why other institutions (eCitizen, KRA, KMTC, KIMC) all use the same paybill — the Treasury collects centrally and the agency-level routing happens inside the receipts system. Your M-PESA SMS will say "sent to government services" or similar; the agency-specific posting happens in the back office.

Step-by-step: paying KMTC fees

  1. Open M-PESA on your phone (SIM toolkit or M-PESA app).
  2. Select Lipa na M-PESA → Pay Bill.
  3. Enter business number: 222222.
  4. Enter your KMTC admission number as the account.
  5. Enter the fee amount you want to pay (in KES).
  6. Enter your M-PESA PIN and confirm.
  7. Save the M-PESA SMS confirmation — your transaction code is the proof of payment.

KMTC fee structure (2026)

KMTC fees vary by programme, campus tier, and student category (Government-Sponsored Student or Self-Sponsored). Indicative ranges for full programmes:

Diploma programmes (3 years)

  • Diploma in Nursing (Government-sponsored) — KES 64,000 - 75,000 per year
  • Diploma in Nursing (Self-sponsored) — KES 95,000 - 120,000 per year
  • Diploma in Clinical Medicine — KES 70,000 - 95,000 per year (varies by sponsorship)
  • Diploma in Pharmacy — KES 75,000 - 110,000 per year
  • Diploma in Medical Lab Sciences — KES 70,000 - 95,000 per year

Higher Diploma programmes (1.5-2 years)

  • Higher Diploma (specialty) — KES 85,000 - 130,000 per year depending on specialty

Other fees you should plan for

  • Application fee — KES 1,000 (one-off at application)
  • Caution money / deposit — KES 2,000 - 5,000 (refundable on completion)
  • Examination fees — KES 2,500 - 5,000 per main exam sitting
  • Practical / clinical attachment levy — KES 3,000 - 7,000 per attachment
  • ID card, library, ICT levy — KES 1,500 - 3,000 per year
  • Accommodation and meals — varies by campus, typically KES 25,000 - 60,000 per year

Why fees vary between KMTC campuses

KMTC has dozens of campuses spread across Kenya, and fees can vary slightly between them. The variations come from:

  • Campus-specific facility levies (e.g. labs, equipment maintenance)
  • Accommodation costs (some campuses have more or fewer hostels)
  • Programmes available (specialised programmes may have additional levies)
  • Clinical attachment site costs (some attachments are at more expensive private hospitals)

Tuition itself is harmonised — what differs is the levy and accommodation layer. The official campus-specific fee structure is published by each campus admissions office before each intake.

Payment plans

KMTC allows fees to be paid in instalments across the academic year. Typical structure:

  • 50% at registration — paid before reporting to campus
  • 30% mid-year — typically before the second semester begins
  • 20% before final exams — students with arrears cannot sit exams

Specific dates are set by each campus and communicated at the start of the academic year. Students who can't meet a deadline should contact the campus Bursar's office in writing — KMTC is generally accommodating for documented hardship cases.

Funding KMTC fees through HELB

HELB (the Higher Education Loans Board) funds eligible KMTC students. Application process:

  1. Apply via helb.co.ke after KMTC admission
  2. Submit required documents — ID, KMTC admission letter, parents' payslips/tax records, guarantor details
  3. Wait for approval (typically 6-12 weeks for first-time applicants)
  4. HELB pays tuition directly to KMTC; upkeep is paid to the student where applicable

HELB loans must be repaid after graduation once you start earning. See our HELB paybill page for repayment details.

Common payment mistakes

  1. Wrong account number. Use the exact KMTC admission number provided in your admission letter — not your national ID, not your KMTC email username. Wrong account numbers cause the payment to sit unallocated until the Bursar manually reconciles it.
  2. Paying paybill 572572 thinking it's KMTC. 572572 is one of KRA's paybills (for legacy tax payments). KMTC uses 222222. They're different — money sent to the wrong paybill must be reversed.
  3. Confusing KMTC with KMTI or KMC. Several institutions have similar acronyms. Confirm the institution and paybill match before sending.
  4. Not following up on unreflected payments. Government paybill 222222 payments can take 24-72 hours to post in KMTC's student management system. If not posted after 7 days, take your M-PESA confirmation to the campus Bursar.
  5. Mixing up your personal vs sponsor account number. If parents or a sponsor pays, ensure they use your KMTC admission number, not their own reference. Otherwise the payment may not link to your fees.

Getting an official receipt

After payment, KMTC issues an official receipt at the campus Bursar's office. To get yours:

  • Visit the Bursar's office with your M-PESA SMS confirmation (printed or shown on phone)
  • Provide your admission number for verification
  • The Bursar generates an official receipt linked to your fee account
  • Keep both the M-PESA SMS and the Bursar's receipt — you'll need both at exam clearance

FAQ

What is the KMTC paybill in Kenya?

222222 — the government services paybill. Use your KMTC admission number as the account.

How long does it take for KMTC to credit my payment?

Usually 24-72 hours. The government paybill batches payments to agencies through Treasury, so there's a posting delay compared to direct institutional paybills.

Can I pay KMTC fees from abroad?

Yes — via M-PESA Global, or by sending M-PESA to a Kenyan family member who pays the local paybill. International bank wire is also possible if you contact KMTC Finance for SWIFT details.

What about KIMC, KMTI, and KSL — same paybill?

Most government colleges use 222222. Each institution differentiates by account number. KSL, however, has its own dedicated paybill 400222.

I lost my M-PESA confirmation SMS. What do I do?

Dial *334# → My Account → M-PESA Statement to retrieve your transaction history. You can also request a Mini Statement via the M-PESA app. Keep a screenshot for permanent record.

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