{"id":3087,"date":"2026-09-24T09:17:36","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T06:17:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/niteducation.com\/resources\/?p=3087"},"modified":"2026-09-24T09:21:53","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T06:21:53","slug":"nita-trade-test-kenya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/niteducation.com\/resources\/nita-trade-test-kenya\/","title":{"rendered":"NITA Trade Test Kenya 2026: Fees, Registration &amp; Dates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!--\nNIT Resource Article 140 \u2014 NITA Trade Test in Kenya 2026\nMaster Stylesheet v6 premium build \u2014 23 September 2026\nWordPress supplies the page's only semantic H1.\nLoad NIT-Articles-Master-v6.0.css once at site level.\nZERO article-specific CSS. ZERO inline styles. ZERO additional H1.\nProduction infographics use real-file URL placeholders only; no Base64 images are present.\nUpload the supplied 1536\u00d71024 PNG files to WordPress Media Library and replace the %%INFOGRAPHIC_*_URL%% placeholders.\n-->\n<article class=\"nit-article nit-article--pathway-guide nit-article--c-minus nit-article--c-plus-degree\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Article\" lang=\"en-KE\">\n<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2026-09-23\">\n<meta itemprop=\"dateModified\" content=\"2026-09-23\">\n<meta itemprop=\"author\" content=\"Newton Institute of Technology Editorial Team\">\n\n<div class=\"nit-pg-hero\" aria-labelledby=\"nit-article-title\">\n  <div>\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-kicker\">NITA Trade Test Guide <span>Kenya \u00b7 2026<\/span><\/p>\n    <p class=\"nit-hero__title\" id=\"nit-article-title\" itemprop=\"headline\">NITA Trade Test<br>in Kenya 2026<\/p>\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-hero__line\">Grade III <i>\u2192<\/i> Grade II <i>\u2192<\/i> Grade I<\/p>\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-hero__summary\" itemprop=\"description\">A practical guide to NITA Trade Test grades, current fees, registration, assessment centres, exam periods, results, certification and the route for experienced artisans.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-hero__actions\">\n      <a class=\"nit-pg-button nit-pg-button--gold\" href=\"#registration\">How to register<\/a>\n      <a class=\"nit-pg-button nit-pg-button--outline\" href=\"#nit-example\">See the NIT example<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"nit-deg-hero__art\" aria-label=\"Grade III to Grade I progression\">\n    <p>Three traditional grades<\/p>\n    <div class=\"nit-deg-orbit\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><strong><small>TT<\/small><\/strong><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"nit-article__body\">\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-answer\" aria-label=\"Quick answer\">\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-answer__question\"><span>Quick answer<\/span><h2>What is the NITA Trade Test?<\/h2><\/div>\n    <p>A NITA Trade Test assesses whether a candidate can perform the practical work required in a specific occupation. NITA conducts the assessment and issues Government Trade Test certificates to successful candidates. The traditional progression is <strong>Grade III \u2192 Grade II \u2192 Grade I<\/strong>. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup> <sup><a href=\"#source-3\" aria-label=\"Source 3\">[3]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <nav class=\"nit-pg-nav\" aria-label=\"Article sections\"><p>Jump to<\/p><div>\n    <a href=\"#grades\">Grades &amp; requirements<\/a><a href=\"#fees\">2026 fees<\/a><a href=\"#registration\">Registration<\/a><a href=\"#dates\">Assessment periods<\/a><a href=\"#assessment\">The Trade Test<\/a><a href=\"#rpl\">RPL<\/a><a href=\"#results\">Results &amp; certificates<\/a><a href=\"#nit-example\">NIT example<\/a>\n  <\/div><\/nav>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section\" id=\"grades\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">Understand the progression<\/p>\n    <h2>NITA Grade III, Grade II and Grade I<\/h2>\n    <p>NITA&#8217;s traditional artisan pathway moves from Grade III to Grade II and then Grade I. Grade III is the normal starting point; higher grades build on the competence demonstrated at the preceding level. <sup><a href=\"#source-3\" aria-label=\"Source 3\">[3]<\/a><\/sup> The 2026 Trade Test circular requires higher-grade applicants in the conventional route to provide evidence of passing the immediately preceding grade. <sup><a href=\"#source-7\" aria-label=\"Source 7\">[7]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n    <div class=\"nit-deg-rule-grid\">\n      <article class=\"nit-deg-rule\"><span>III<\/span><strong>Grade III<\/strong><p>Starting grade for the conventional route. Focus: foundation occupational competence. Exam fee: KSh 5,000.<\/p><\/article>\n      <article class=\"nit-deg-rule\"><span>II<\/span><strong>Grade II<\/strong><p>Follows Grade III in the normal progression. Exam fee: KSh 6,000.<\/p><\/article>\n      <article class=\"nit-deg-rule\"><span>I<\/span><strong>Grade I<\/strong><p>Highest of the three traditional artisan grades. Exam fee: KSh 7,500.<\/p><\/article>\n      <article class=\"nit-deg-rule\"><span>RPL<\/span><strong>Experienced worker<\/strong><p>Recognition of Prior Learning can assess competence acquired through work, apprenticeship or informal learning.<\/p><\/article>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"nit-pg-section\" aria-label=\"Infographic: NITA Trade Test grade progression\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/niteducation.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/article-140-infographic-1-grade-progression-1536x1024-1.png\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"NITA Trade Test Grade III to Grade I progression in Kenya 2026, showing Grade III KSh 5,000, Grade II KSh 6,000 and Grade I KSh 7,500\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"nit-article__body\">\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section nit-pg-section--comparison\" id=\"fees\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">Budget the assessment correctly<\/p>\n    <h2>NITA Trade Test fees in Kenya in 2026<\/h2>\n    <p>NITA currently publishes the following examination fees for the three traditional grades. <sup><a href=\"#source-2\" aria-label=\"Source 2\">[2]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-table-wrap\"><table class=\"nit-pg-table\">\n      <thead><tr><th>Grade<\/th><th>2026 examination fee<\/th><th>Progression point<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n      <tbody>\n        <tr><th>Grade III<\/th><td><strong>KSh 5,000<\/strong><\/td><td>Normal starting grade<\/td><\/tr>\n        <tr><th>Grade II<\/th><td><strong>KSh 6,000<\/strong><\/td><td>Follows Grade III in the conventional route<\/td><\/tr>\n        <tr><th>Grade I<\/th><td><strong>KSh 7,500<\/strong><\/td><td>Follows Grade II in the conventional route<\/td><\/tr>\n      <\/tbody>\n    <\/table><\/div>\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-table-note\">Training tuition and centre\/material charges are separate from the Trade Test examination fee. NITA notes that centre and material costs depend on the trade and assessment arrangements. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-definitions\">\n      <article class=\"nit-pg-definition\"><div class=\"nit-pg-definition__number\">01<\/div><p class=\"nit-pg-definition__label\">Training<\/p><h3>Learn and practise the trade<\/h3><p>The training institution provides demonstrations, supervised practice, correction, tools, equipment and workplace preparation.<\/p><\/article>\n      <article class=\"nit-pg-definition nit-pg-definition--university\"><div class=\"nit-pg-definition__number\">02<\/div><p class=\"nit-pg-definition__label\">Trade Test<\/p><h3>Demonstrate competence<\/h3><p>NITA assesses whether the candidate can perform the occupational tasks required for the registered trade and grade. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/article>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"nit-pg-section\" aria-label=\"Infographic: NITA Trade Test cost breakdown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/niteducation.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/article-140-infographic-2-cost-breakdown-1536x1024-1.png\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"NITA Trade Test cost breakdown separating training fee, NITA examination fee and centre or material costs\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"nit-article__body\">\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section\" id=\"registration\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">Registration route<\/p>\n    <h2>How to register for a NITA Trade Test in 2026<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-reasons\">\n      <div><span>01<\/span><h3>Choose the exact trade<\/h3><p>Register for the occupation in which you want to be assessed.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div><span>02<\/span><h3>Choose the correct grade<\/h3><p>Grade III is the usual starting point in the conventional route; Grade II and I follow the preceding grade. <sup><a href=\"#source-7\" aria-label=\"Source 7\">[7]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div>\n      <div><span>03<\/span><h3>Use an approved assessment centre<\/h3><p>NITA reports more than 500 approved testing institutions and workplaces across Kenya. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div>\n      <div><span>04<\/span><h3>Prepare candidate details<\/h3><p>Have your correct name, ID or passport details, trade, grade, photograph and previous result where applicable.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div><span>05<\/span><h3>Apply through the current online service<\/h3><p>NITA&#8217;s eCitizen service supports online applications and payments. <sup><a href=\"#source-4\" aria-label=\"Source 4\">[4]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div>\n      <div><span>06<\/span><h3>Pay the assessment fee<\/h3><p>Use the current Grade III, II or I examination fee and the applicable centre\/material arrangement.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div><span>07<\/span><h3>Receive assessment details<\/h3><p>Your centre provides the reporting information for the scheduled Trade Test series.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div><span>08<\/span><h3>Sit the Trade Test<\/h3><p>Demonstrate the practical and supporting technical competence required in your trade. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section nit-pg-section--comparison\" id=\"dates\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">2026 assessment calendar<\/p>\n    <h2>When are NITA Trade Tests held?<\/h2>\n    <p>NITA&#8217;s standing Trade Testing information identifies three main testing periods each year: <strong>April, August and December<\/strong>. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup> The August 2026 national series ran from <strong>10\u201322 August 2026<\/strong>, covering 21,801 candidates in 46 trades at 512 accredited centres across all 47 counties. <sup><a href=\"#source-6\" aria-label=\"Source 6\">[6]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n    <p>The January 2026 Trade Test circular schedules the December 2026 assessment period for <strong>1\u201318 December 2026<\/strong>. <sup><a href=\"#source-7\" aria-label=\"Source 7\">[7]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n  <\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"nit-pg-section\" aria-label=\"Infographic: NITA Trade Test registration process\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/niteducation.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/article-140-infographic-3-registration-process-1536x1024-1.png\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Step-by-step NITA Trade Test registration process in Kenya 2026 from choosing the trade to certification\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"nit-article__body\">\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section\" id=\"assessment\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">What happens on assessment<\/p>\n    <h2>What the NITA Trade Test actually tests<\/h2>\n    <p>NITA describes Trade Testing as a systematic way of evaluating the competence an artisan or apprentice has in a trade. Assessment guidelines can involve practical instructions, technical drawings and a defined piece of work that the candidate must complete. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-check\"><div class=\"nit-pg-check__intro\"><p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">Preparation<\/p><h3>Practise the work, not only the notes<\/h3><p>Competency-based assessment rewards correct practical performance.<\/p><\/div><ul>\n      <li>Know the tasks covered in your trade.<\/li><li>Use tools and equipment correctly.<\/li><li>Follow the right work sequence.<\/li><li>Maintain safety throughout the task.<\/li><li>Work accurately and manage the available time.<\/li><li>Finish to the standard required for the occupation.<\/li>\n    <\/ul><\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section\" id=\"rpl\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">For experienced artisans<\/p>\n    <h2>Recognition of Prior Learning can be the better route<\/h2>\n    <p>An experienced worker may already have substantial competence acquired through employment, apprenticeship, self-employment or informal learning. NITA explains that Recognition of Prior Learning can assess existing competence at an appropriate level rather than forcing every skilled worker to begin again as a beginner. <sup><a href=\"#source-3\" aria-label=\"Source 3\">[3]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n    <p>This is particularly relevant to experienced jua kali artisans, self-employed tradespeople, long-serving employees and workers whose practical ability is stronger than their formal paper qualifications.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section nit-pg-section--comparison\" id=\"results\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">After the assessment<\/p>\n    <h2>Results, progression and certificates<\/h2>\n    <p>After assessment, results are submitted to NITA for verification and processing. NITA&#8217;s published FAQ gives a <strong>six-month<\/strong> service period for Trade Test certificates. The same FAQ states that a result slip can be used to book a Trade Test. <sup><a href=\"#source-5\" aria-label=\"Source 5\">[5]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n    <p>NITA&#8217;s Trade Testing page also provides for replacement of lost or defaced certificates; the current listed charge for newer certificates is KSh 5,000. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-nit\" id=\"nit-example\">\n    <div>\n      <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">Full demonstrative example<\/p>\n      <h2>How the pathway works at Newton Institute of Technology<\/h2>\n      <p>A beginner who wants to train in Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy or Cosmetology can start with a one-year Grade III programme at Newton Institute of Technology in Migori Town. The programme consists of two teaching terms followed by attachment, and the NIT institutional course fee is <strong>KSh 30,000<\/strong>. Entry is open to KCPE or KCSE applicants, including KCSE D\u2212 and below. <sup><a href=\"#source-8\" aria-label=\"Source 8\">[8]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n      <p>The learner develops practical competence at NIT, completes attachment, then follows the external NITA assessment route for the registered trade. The current Grade III NITA examination fee is <strong>KSh 5,000<\/strong>. <sup><a href=\"#source-2\" aria-label=\"Source 2\">[2]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n      <p>This keeps the responsibilities clear: <strong>Newton Institute of Technology provides the practical training and attachment; NITA conducts the external Trade Test assessment and certification.<\/strong><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <aside class=\"nit-pg-nit__status\"><span>NIT Grade III example<\/span><strong>1 year<\/strong><p>Hairdressing \u00b7 Beauty Therapy \u00b7 Cosmetology<\/p><p><strong>KSh 30,000<\/strong> institutional course fee<\/p><\/aside>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">Related NIT guides<\/p>\n    <h2>Continue with the specialist guide you need<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-questions\">\n      <a href=\"\/resources\/nita-hairdressing-and-beauty-therapy-grades-explained\/\"><strong>Hairdressing &amp; Beauty Therapy grades<\/strong><span>Detailed beauty-sector Grade III \u2192 II \u2192 I progression.<\/span><\/a>\n      <a href=\"\/resources\/jobs-for-d-plain-students-in-kenya\/\"><strong>Jobs for D Plain students<\/strong><span>See where Government Trade Test qualifications appear in employment routes.<\/span><\/a>\n      <a href=\"\/resources\/tvet-courses-and-requirements-in-kenya\/\"><strong>TVET Levels 4\u20136<\/strong><span>Understand how broader qualification pathways fit together.<\/span><\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-section\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-heading\">\n    <p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">Quick answers<\/p><h2 id=\"faq-heading\">NITA Trade Test FAQs<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"nit-faq\">\n      <details class=\"nit-faq__item\"><summary>How much is NITA Grade III in 2026?<\/summary><div class=\"nit-faq__answer\"><p>KSh 5,000 is the current Grade III examination fee. Training tuition and applicable centre\/material charges are separate. <sup><a href=\"#source-2\" aria-label=\"Source 2\">[2]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div><\/details>\n      <details class=\"nit-faq__item\"><summary>How much is NITA Grade II?<\/summary><div class=\"nit-faq__answer\"><p>KSh 6,000. <sup><a href=\"#source-2\" aria-label=\"Source 2\">[2]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div><\/details>\n      <details class=\"nit-faq__item\"><summary>How much is NITA Grade I?<\/summary><div class=\"nit-faq__answer\"><p>KSh 7,500. <sup><a href=\"#source-2\" aria-label=\"Source 2\">[2]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div><\/details>\n      <details class=\"nit-faq__item\"><summary>Which NITA grade comes first?<\/summary><div class=\"nit-faq__answer\"><p>Grade III is the normal starting point in the traditional Grade III \u2192 II \u2192 I pathway. <sup><a href=\"#source-3\" aria-label=\"Source 3\">[3]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div><\/details>\n      <details class=\"nit-faq__item\"><summary>Where can I sit a Trade Test?<\/summary><div class=\"nit-faq__answer\"><p>NITA reports more than 500 approved testing institutions and workplaces around Kenya. <sup><a href=\"#source-1\" aria-label=\"Source 1\">[1]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div><\/details>\n      <details class=\"nit-faq__item\"><summary>How long does the certificate take?<\/summary><div class=\"nit-faq__answer\"><p>NITA&#8217;s published service period is six months after the Trade Test. <sup><a href=\"#source-5\" aria-label=\"Source 5\">[5]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div><\/details>\n      <details class=\"nit-faq__item\"><summary>Can an experienced artisan get certified?<\/summary><div class=\"nit-faq__answer\"><p>Yes. Recognition of Prior Learning provides an assessment route for competence acquired through work, apprenticeship and informal learning. <sup><a href=\"#source-3\" aria-label=\"Source 3\">[3]<\/a><\/sup><\/p><\/div><\/details>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-enrol\">\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-enrol__copy\"><p class=\"nit-pg-eyebrow\">Start with practical training<\/p><h2>Register at Newton Institute of Technology<\/h2><p>Join a one-year Grade III programme in Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy or Cosmetology and build the practical competence required before the external Trade Test assessment.<\/p><\/div>\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-enrol__details\"><p><span>Duration<\/span><strong>1 year<\/strong><\/p><p><span>NIT course fee<\/span><strong>KSh 30,000<\/strong><\/p><p><span>Location<\/span><strong>Namba Area, Migori Town, along the Migori\u2013Sirare Highway<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n    <div class=\"nit-pg-enrol__actions\"><a class=\"nit-pg-button nit-pg-button--gold\" href=\"https:\/\/niteducation.com\/\">Register \/ Contact Admissions<\/a><a class=\"nit-pg-button nit-pg-button--outline\" href=\"\/resources\/nita-hairdressing-and-beauty-therapy-grades-explained\/\">See Grade III details<\/a><\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"nit-pg-sources\" aria-labelledby=\"sources-heading\"><h2 id=\"sources-heading\">Sources<\/h2>\n    <p id=\"source-1\"><strong>[1]<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nita.go.ke\/our-services\/trade-testing\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NITA \u2014 Trade Testing<\/a>.<\/p><p id=\"source-2\"><strong>[2]<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nita.go.ke\/ntti-nita-textile-training-institute.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NITA Textile Training Institute \u2014 Trade Test examination fees<\/a>.<\/p><p id=\"source-3\"><strong>[3]<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/nita.go.ke\/news\/NITA\/346-kenya-to-implement-recognition-of-prior-learning.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NITA \u2014 Recognition of Prior Learning<\/a>.<\/p><p id=\"source-4\"><strong>[4]<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/nita.ecitizen.go.ke\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NITA eCitizen \u2014 online services and payments<\/a>.<\/p><p id=\"source-5\"><strong>[5]<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/mail.nita.go.ke\/faqs.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NITA FAQs \u2014 result-slip booking and certificate service period<\/a>.<\/p><p id=\"source-6\"><strong>[6]<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/posts\/nita-kenya-84785b25a_tradetesting-skillsdevelopment-competencybasedassessment-activity-7491162641680482305-dc8j\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NITA Kenya \u2014 August 2026 National Trade Test update<\/a>.<\/p><p id=\"source-7\"><strong>[7]<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scribd.com\/document\/995754702\/Tt-Circular-2026\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NITA 2026 Trade Test Circular \u2014 public copy<\/a>.<\/p><p id=\"source-8\"><strong>[8]<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/niteducation.com\/resources\/nita-hairdressing-and-beauty-therapy-grades-explained\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Newton Institute of Technology \u2014 NITA Hairdressing &amp; Beauty Therapy grades guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n    <p>Factual review: 23 September 2026.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NITA Trade Test Guide Kenya \u00b7 2026 NITA Trade Testin Kenya 2026 Grade III \u2192 Grade II \u2192 Grade I A practical guide to NITA Trade Test grades, current fees, registration, assessment centres, exam periods, results, certification and the route for experienced artisans. 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