Kenya NYS Officers’ Salaries in 2026 Range from KSh 26,222 to KSh 584,903 by Job Grade and Rank

The July salary review included officers serving in the National Youth Service (NYS). The lowest-cadre officer in NYS starts with a minimum basic salary of KSh 26,222 and a maximum of KSh 37,912, categorised under Job Grade F. The highest-cadre officer earns a minimum basic salary of KSh 301,550 and a maximum of KSh 584,903.

NYS officers are government civil servants who hold different ranks within the service. The lowest rank in the service is Private Officer, while the highest is Commandant General. Below is a breakdown of basic salaries according to the officers’ job grades.

Like other civil servants, NYS officers also receive various allowances, including house allowance, commuter allowance, instructor allowance, NYS allowance, hardship allowance and other allowances applicable to high-ranking officers.

People have been raising concerns about salaries in the NYS. The service is categorised among Kenya’s disciplined services and plays a significant role in training young Kenyans aged between 18 and 24.

NYS officers play a significant role in training and mentoring servicemen and servicewomen within the service.

NYS servicemen and servicewomen are categorised as uniformed personnel serving on a contract basis. They serve under the three pillars of the NYS and exit the service upon completion of their contractual period.

NYS servicemen and servicewomen receive a monthly stipend and enjoy benefits such as free meals, free monthly personal-issue items and accommodation. Additionally, they receive payments when called upon to perform specific duties, such as election-related assignments, providing security during national examinations and participating in national functions. Some of the recommendations made by the Maraga Taskforce, if implemented, would benefit NYS servicemen and servicewomen. These recommendations include an increase in their monthly stipend, medical cover, and higher mandatory savings contributions compared with the current arrangements.

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