KNEC Introduces Online Academic Certificate Checker to Fight Fraud
KNEC Introduces Online Academic Certificate Checker to Fight Fraud, The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has unveiled a new digital academic certificate verification system designed to eliminate the widespread issue of fake academic documents.
The system, launched under the Educational Assessment Resource Centre (EARC) in Nairobi, allows institutions, employers, and government agencies to authenticate academic certificates issued by KNEC quickly and securely—without the need for physical document verification.
According to Dr. David Njeng’ere, CEO of KNEC, the platform is part of a wider strategy to enhance transparency and reduce human interference in the certificate authentication process. “This move will help protect the integrity of Kenya’s academic qualifications, especially for employment and promotion within the public sector,” he said.
How the KNEC Digital Certificate Verification System Works
The verification portal will cater to all KNEC-issued academic certificates, including:
- Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE)
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
- Teacher and technical qualifications
All these documents will now be authenticated digitally via the @Education.go.ke platform.
The Public Service Commission (PSC) will be the first major entity to implement the system in its hiring and promotion processes. “After piloting with public servants, we’ll extend the system to private sector users and learning institutions,” said Dr. Njeng’ere.
Why the New System Matters
The digital verification tool is a key step toward combating fraudulent credentials, which have long undermined the credibility of Kenyan qualifications. It will:
- Ensure faster and more reliable certificate validation
- Support merit-based recruitment and promotions
- Reduce the administrative burden of manual verification
This development also aligns with the government’s shift toward a Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), which emphasizes skills development over traditional academic testing alone.
Broader Reforms in Education Assessment
The KNEC digital platform is one of several reforms currently being implemented in Kenya’s education sector. Ahead of the 2025 Grade 9 transition to senior secondary school, the government is preparing to roll out 1,600 science labs nationwide and strengthen career pathways in areas such as:
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)
- Creative Arts
- Sports Science
- Social Sciences
Education Principal Secretary Dr. Belio Kipsang confirmed that schools are being equipped to support CBC-based career pathways starting January 2026.
Institutions Involved:
- Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)
- Ministry of Education
- Public Service Commission (PSC)
- Ministry of Interior and Coordination
The KNEC Digital Certificate Verification System represents a major step forward in the fight against academic fraud in Kenya. As the government continues to embrace digital transformation in education, this system will play a crucial role in promoting fairness, transparency, and accountability across the public and private sectors.
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