1. What is KNIEB?
The Kenya National Insurance Examinations Board (interim) is a body established by the Insurance Training and Education Trust (ITET) to manage all insurance examinations offered in Kenya and the East African region. These examinations are:
- Diploma in Insurance at both Associate and Fellowship levels
- Certificate of Proficiency in Insurance (COP)
- Certificate Course in Insurance (CCI)
2. What are the qualifications for undertaking KNIEB examinations?
| EXAMINATION | REQUIREMENTS |
| CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY IN INSURANCE (COP) | (a) KCSE examination with an aggregate average of at least grade D+ (D plus) or its equivalent.
Those intending to sit for COP Paper 4 must have a minimum of a diploma in automotive engineering (b) Such other certificates or diplomas as may be approved by KNIEB. |
| CERTIFICATE COURSE IN INSURANCE (CCI) | (a) KCSE aggregate average of at least C minus (C-) or its equivalent.
(b) Such other certificates or diplomas as may be approved by KNIEB. |
| DIPLOMA IN INSURANCE | a) Must be a registered member of the Insurance Institute of Kenya or any other insurance professional body in the country where he/she is resident recognized by the Insurance Examinations Board.
b) In addition, the applicant must: i. Be a holder of a university degree from a recognized institution ii. Or must have attained grade C in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) and equivalents in Tanzania and Uganda iii. Or two principal passes in the Advanced Level Certificate iv. Or a General Certificate of Education (GCE) with passes in three subjects at Advanced Level v. Or Certificate Course in Insurance (CCI) –College of Insurance, or Dip CII of the Chartered Insurance Institute, United Kingdom. vi. Or Diploma from any institution offering Kenya National Examination Council Diploma Examinations vii. Or posses any other qualification as may be approved by KNIEB |
3. What are the fees charged by KNIEB for COP?
The fees and other charges for COP is shown below:
Annual Registration Fees Ksh 2,000
Normal Examination Entry (per paper): Ksh 2,000
Late Entry Fees
These shall be 50% above the applicable normal entry fees
Exemption Fees for COP : Ksh 5,000
4. What are the fees charged by KNIEB for CCI?
The fees and other charges for CCI is shown below:
Annual Registration Fees Ksh 2,000
Normal Examination Entry (per paper): Ksh 2, 000
Late Entry Fees
These shall be 50% above the applicable normal entry fees
Exemption Fees
The exemption fee shall be the same amount as the normal entry fee for the paper whose exemption is sought. Registration is a pre-condition for consideration for exemption.
5. What are the fees charged by KNIEB for Diploma in Insurance ?
The fees and other charges for Diploma In Insurance is shown below:
Annual Registration Fees (New Candidates only) Ksh 2,000
Annual Renewal Fee Ksh 2,000
Normal Examination Entry (per paper):
Core Component Ksh 4,000
Technical Component Ksh 5,000
Specialist Component Ksh 6,000
Fellowship Ksh 7,000
IIK Annual Membership fee Ksh. 1,000 (Paid directly to IIK)
Late Entry Fees
These shall be 50% above the applicable normal entry fees
Exemption Fees
The exemption fee shall be the same amount as the normal entry fee for the paper whose exemption is sought. Registration is a pre-condition for consideration for exemption.
6. What are the dates for the examinations for 2012?
Examinations are held twice yearly in March/May and in September/November. The examination dates for 2013 are shown below:
| EXAM | NORMAL ENTRY |
LATE ENTRY
|
EXAMINATION DATES |
| MARCH/MAY | |||
| COP | 15th February 2013 | 1st March 2013 | 20th - 21th March 2013 |
| CCI (Technical Module)
CCI (Management Module) |
15th February 2013
15th February 2013 |
1st March 2013
1st March 2013 |
20th - 21th March 2013
6th -10th May 2013 |
| DIPLOMA | 15th March 2013 | 29th March 2013 | 6th -10th May 2013 |
| SEPTEMBER/NOVEMBER | |||
| COP | 9th August 2013 | 23rd August 2013 | 18th – 19th Sept 2013 |
| CCI (Technical Module)
CCI (Management Module) |
9th August 2013
9th August 2013 |
23rd August 2013
23rd August 2013 |
18th – 19th Sept 2013
4th – 8th Nov 2013 |
| DIPLOMA | 20th Sept 2013 | 4th October 2013 | 4th – 8th Nov 2013 |
7. How can I get exempted in a particular examination paper?
Exemptions are granted upon application with supporting documents and payment of requisite exemption fees. Details on exemptions that can be granted will be given upon enquiry
8. How long does it take to get a result notification/certificate after successful completion of the examinations?
The result notification slip is issued within two weeks after the examination results are issued. The COP Certificate is issued within six months of completing the COP examination. Successful candidates are notified in writing when the certificates are ready for collection?
9. Can one send somebody else to collect a certificate for him/her?
In view of the sensitivity of certificates, candidates are required to collect their certificates in person. However, a certificate may be posted to a candidate on request through registered mail using the address provided by the candidate upon fulfilling the conditions specified in the letter advising candidates that certificates are ready for collection.
10. Does KNIEB give copies of certificates?
KNIEB does not issue copies of certificates but provides a confirmation letter of the candidates pass history on request.
A certified copy of the result slip can be issued upon payment of a fee of Ksh 500.A sworn affidavit stating the circumstances of the loss is however required .
11. What is the time range when one wants to change an examination centre?
Requests for change of examination centres should be submitted at least two months before the examination dates. However, special consideration may be given to late requests on a case by case basis.
12. What documents should candidates produce in the examination room?
- Admission permit
- National Identity card / Passport.
- Birth certificate in special cases.
13. Which institutions offer training in KNIEB examinations?
- College of Insurance.
13. Can one pay fees through the KNIEB bank account?
Yes, payment can be made in form of bankers cheque or through our bank account as indicated below:
BANK: KCB
BRANCH: KIPANDE HOUSE BRANCH
ACCOUNT NO: 1103954652
ACCOUNT NAME: KENYA NATIONAL INSURANCE EXAMINATION BOARD
Upon payment of the requisite fee to the bank, the deposit slip together with the completed registration/examination entry/ exemption/ annual registration renewal should be submitted to KNIEB.
14. Is it possible for KNIEB to post the forms for registration, student identity card, registration renewal, examination entry and exemption to a student or a prospective student?
Yes on request. The forms are also available on the homepage of KNIEB website www.knieb.or.ke.
15. Can a student sit for KNIEB examinations outside Kenya?
Yes, a student can sit for the COP exams in Kampala, Uganda.
16. What are KNIEB operating hours?
Weekdays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
17. Where is KNIEB located?
KNIEB is located at the college of Insurance, Off Nairobi – Mombasa Rd, Belle-vue exit at South ‘C’ Nairobi. Currently, KNIEB does not have branches.
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