How to Get Your Kenya Government Trade Test Certificate with NITA – Ready to prove your skills and earn a Government Trade Test Certificate? National Industrial Training Authority – NITA is here to help you certify your hands-on expertise in various trades!
Here’s everything you need to know about the Government Trade Test — from registration and fees to exam dates and results. Whether you’re resitting or applying for the first time, we’ve got you covered.
Your skills deserve recognition. Get certified.
The National Industrial Training (NITA) is mandated, under Section 3A (g) of the Industrial Training Act cap 237, to assess industrial training, test occupational skills and award certificates including Government Trade Test Certificates.
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Frequent Asked Questions (FAQs) on Government Trade Test
Questions And Response
1. What is required for Government Trade Test?
One needs hands on skill and experience in a trade area.
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2.How do I book?
Registration can be done at the nearest NITA-accredited testing center, including all NITA Industrial Training Centers.
.At the center, candidates are required to provide their registration details for booking.
.The center will then generate an invoice for payment through the eCitizen Pay Bill Number 222222.
.Once payment is confirmed, the center will finalize the booking process and issue the necessary confirmation.
3.What if I failed my earlier Assessment?
You are still eligible to re-sit for the assessment and you can register by booking for the next trade test.
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4.When are certificates issued?
The certificates are issued within six months after the trade test exam
5. Where will certificates be issued from?
The certificates will be issued through the center where you undertook your assessment
6. What happens in case I may need more information?
Please feel free to contact [email protected] for assitance.
7. When should I get my result slip?
The result slips are issued within three months after completing the exams.
8. How much is the registration fee?
. Master Craftsperson (MCP) III- Kshs. 10,000
. Grade I – Kshs. 7,500
. Grade II – Kshs. 6,000
. Grade III-Kshs. 5,000
NOTE: The charges apply across all trades
9. How often do you carry out the Government Trade Test assessment?
The Trade Test assessments are conducted three times a year-in April, August, and December. This year, the August Series will take place from 11th to 23rd August 2025, while the December Series will be conducted from 1st to 20th December 2025
