By Eddah Waithaka
The Human Resource Management Professionals Examination Board (HRMPEB) has officially released the August 2026 CHRP, CBET Diploma, and Craft Certificate examination results, recording the highest number of candidates in a single examination series since the Board’s inception.
Speaking at the results release ceremony, the HRMPEB Chairperson Abdiwahab Abdi announced that 2,143 candidates sat for the examinations, marking a 3% increase from the April 2026 series. Female candidates dominated the sitting at 1,697 (79.19%), while male candidates numbered 446 (20.81%).
“This marks the highest number of candidates ever recorded in a single examination series since inception of the Board, reflecting the growing recognition, credibility, and demand for HRMPEB professional qualifications within Kenya and beyond,” Abdi said.
National Reach and Accessibility
The Board administered the examinations across 20 centres nationwide from 5th to 12th August 2026. The extensive national reach underscores HRMPEB’s commitment to making professional HR certification accessible, convenient, and inclusive to candidates regardless of their geographical location.
CHRP Performance Highlights
A total of 1,835 candidates sat for the CHRP examinations across Parts I, II, and III. The results revealed strong performance in several subjects:
Highest Mean Scores:
· CHRP Part I: HR Management Information Systems (73.00)
· CHRP Part II: Performance Management and Productivity (66.13)
· CHRP Part III: Human Resource Consultancy and Advisory (69.80)
Lowest Mean Scores:
· CHRP Part I: Accounting and Financial Management (53.28)
· CHRP Part II: Coaching, Mentoring and Counselling (56.08)
· CHRP Part III: HR Accounting, Metrics and Analytics (58.88)
The average pass rates for CHRP Parts I, II, and III stood at 61.39%, 63.10%, and 64.90% respectively, yielding an overall average of 63.13%. Notably, 95.30% of candidates who sat for the examination papers satisfied the Board’s requirements and passed.
Top Candidates Recognised
The Board recognised outstanding performers across all programme levels.
CHRP Part I Top Performers:
· Human Resource Management: Jacob Ochieng Otieno (Private)
· Business Law: Vivian Jepkosgei Rono (Private)
· Accounting and Financial Management: Solomon Thirimu Gicheru (CHRM)
· Organizational Theory and Behaviour: Emily Peterson Machango (Private)
· Employee Resourcing: Naomi Nyiera Oreng’ (CHRM)
· HR Management Information Systems: Gladys Njoroge (Private) and Elisha Mucheru (Private)
CHRP Part II Top Performers:
· Compensation and Reward Management: Patrick Okumu Muzee (Private)
· Employee Relations and Labour Laws: Wanjiku Daniel Muigai (Private)
· Human Resource Development: Hellen Jepkoech Cheruiyot (Private)
· Performance Management and Productivity: Stephen Wanjohi Njaramba (Private)
· Coaching, Mentoring and Counselling: Sabina Wanjiru Njoroge (Tharaka University)
· Research Methods for HR Practitioners: Dorcas Ade Komeka (Kenya Coast)
CHRP Part III Top Performers:
· Organizational Development and Transformation: Brian Muema Wambua (Private) and Sarah Moraa Maranga (STAR College)
· Strategic Management for HR Practitioners: Linder Awuor Osire (CHRM)
· HR Accounting, Metrics and Analytics: Adelaide Waithera Wairimu (CHRM)
· Human Resource Consultancy and Advisory: Ndirangu Miriam Wangechi (CHRM)
· Human Resource Audit: Joy Chebet Cheruiyot (CHRM)
· Strategic Leadership, Ethics and Governance: Doreen Akoth Onyango (Private) and Simon Muriithi Muiga (Private)
· Industry-Based Project: Lucy Muthoni Maina (Private)
CBET Diploma Results
A total of 259 candidates sat for the CBET Diploma examinations across Modules I, II, and III.
Module I: Employee Resourcing recorded the highest mean of 64.46, while Principles of Labour Economics recorded the lowest mean of 59.10.
Module II: Performance Management recorded the highest mean of 65.03, while Accounting and Financial Management Skills recorded the lowest mean of 47.58.
Module III: Principles of Organization Theory and Behaviour recorded the highest mean of 63.69, while Human Resource Information Systems recorded the lowest mean of 57.48.
Top candidates included Braxides Indimuli (Sigalagala National Polytechnic), Juma Maulidi (Kenya Coast), Lena Nyambeki (Sigalagala National Polytechnic), Mary Nduta Kibe (JKUAT), and Collins Mwangi Njiru (Nyeri National Polytechnic), among others.
CBET Craft Certificate Results
A total of 49 candidates sat for the Craft Certificate examinations across Modules I and II.
Module I: Business Communication recorded the highest mean of 63.86, while Elements of Business Law recorded the lowest mean of 56.10.
Module II: Records Management recorded the highest mean of 66.08, while Introduction to Quantitative Techniques recorded the lowest mean of 45.75.
Tunne Chachu Mamo (Nyeri National Polytechnic) emerged as a standout performer in Module I, topping Elements of Business Law, Fundamentals of Information Communication Technology, and Business Communication. Mary Auma Atula (Kabete National Polytechnic) led in Elements and Practice of Human Resource Management.
Championing Inclusion
The Board celebrated a significant milestone in inclusive education. At the Nairobi MKU Centre, two candidates with physical disabilities successfully sat for their examinations, while a visually impaired candidate also successfully undertook his examinations.
“Their participation is a powerful demonstration that, with the right support and an enabling environment, barriers can be overcome and every individual can realise their potential,” Abdi said. “These experiences reaffirm the Board’s commitment to ensuring that disability is not a barrier to accessing professional certification.”
Key Reforms Transforming HR Certification
The Board has implemented several deliberate measures to make HR certification more accessible, flexible, and people-centred:
Expanded Examination Calendar: The Board increased sittings from two to three annually, providing candidates with greater flexibility and additional opportunities to complete their programmes within a shorter period.
Part Certificates: Candidates who successfully complete Part I, II, and/or III now receive certificates for each milestone achieved, recognising progress and supporting diverse career pathways.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): This initiative formally acknowledges the competencies of professionals who acquired expertise outside traditional classroom settings. Practitioners with 15 years or more of relevant experience can now pursue CHRP certification through this pathway. The Board will release RPL results for the April and August 2026 cohorts on 15th September 2026.
Dual Certification Programme: Launched in partnership with accredited universities in Kenya, this initiative allows students to simultaneously enroll in the CHRP programme while pursuing their university degree, eliminating the need to wait until graduation to qualify for CHRP and obtain exemptions.
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Gender Gap Concerns
Abdi flagged the significant gender disparity in candidature, noting that male candidates represented less than one-third of total examinees. The Board called for collaboration with industry partners to offer internships and job shadowing opportunities that appeal to both genders, and to promote role models of all genders in HR roles.
Abdi emphasized that integrity remains the cornerstone of the Board’s examination processes.
“The results being released today are a true reflection of our commitment to fairness, transparency, credibility, and the demonstration of genuine competence by every candidate,” Abdi stated, extending appreciation to invigilators, examiners, and the Secretariat for their dedication and professionalism.
The Board also recognised its partners, particularly the Ministry of Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, and the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM), for their continued collaboration in strengthening the HR profession.
The Chairperson urged stakeholders to remain steadfast in their commitment to continuous learning, ethical practice, and people-centred leadership.
“Together, we can shape a dynamic, resilient, and thriving future for the Human Resource profession, one that places people at the heart of organisational success and contributes meaningfully to the growth and transformation of our nation,” the Chairperson concluded.
The Board formally declared the August 2026 CHRP and CBET Examination Series results officially released.
Candidates can access their results through the HRMPEB portal.
