For the 2024/2025 academic year, HELB set the deadline for Second & Subsequent Undergraduate Loan Applications at 30 September 2024
What about the 2025/2026 cycle?
No official 2025 subsequent deadline has been published yet. Typically, HELB follows this pattern:
- Application window opens during August–September
- Closes at the end of September
Until HELB makes a formal announcement, the best estimate is around 30 September 2025, mirroring previous years.
What you should do next
- Keep an eye on HELB’s official channels (website, app, USSD *642#) from August 2025.
- Apply early once the window opens to avoid last-minute issues.
- For the most accurate and timely information, regularly check:
- HELB website or Student Portal
- *HELB App or USSD 642#
- HELB contact centre (e.g., +254 711 052000 or contactcentre@helb.co.ke)
Summary
| Academic Year | Deadline for Subsequent Loan |
|---|---|
| 2024/2025 | 30 September 2024 |
| 2025/2026 | Likely ~30 September 2025 (awaiting official confirmation) |