The Kenya School of Law (KSL) is the leading institution for professional legal training in Kenya, mandated under the Legal Education Act, 2012 to offer the Advocates Training Programme (ATP). This is the mandatory postgraduate bar course for law graduates seeking admission to the Roll of Advocates.
The ATP equips candidates with practical legal skills, ethics, advocacy, and professional responsibility required for legal practice in Kenya. Successful completion leads to the Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice and eligibility for pupillage and admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
The 2026/2027 ATP Calendar (as published January 16, 2026) outlines key academic activities, term dates, and deadlines for the incoming Class of 2026/2027.
Key Highlights:
- Programme Duration: Approximately 18 months (4 terms), followed by 6 months of pupillage.
- Mode: Full-time, face-to-face lectures and practical sessions at KSL campuses (mainly Karen, Nairobi).
- Intake: January each year.
- Official Website: www.ksl.ac.ke (check under ATP or Admissions for full prospectus, fees, application forms, and updates).
- Contact: Registrar/Academic Affairs | Email: info@ksl.ac.ke | Tel: +254 20 269 9936 / +254 709 982 000
ATP 2026/2027 Academic Calendar & Term Dates
Term One Activities
| No. | Activity | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pre-Bar Examinations and Marking | 12 January 2026 | 14 January 2026 | For continuing/re-sit students |
| 2 | Registration of Class 2026/2027 Students | 19 January 2026 | 30 January 2026 | Mandatory for new intake |
| 3 | Director’s Inaugural Lecture / Orientation | 29 January 2026 | – | Welcome and programme overview |
| 4 | Term One Lectures (11 weeks) | 2 February 2026 | 18 April 2026 | Core subjects & skills training |
| 5 | Term One Break | 20 April 2026 | 25 April 2026 | Short recess |
| 6 | Issuance of Project Work | 9 March 2026 | 13 March 2026 | For advocacy/project modules |
| 7 | Submission of Degree Certificates Deadline | 31 March 2026 | – | Required for registration validation |
Term Two Activities
| No. | Activity | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Term Two Lectures (11 weeks) | 27 April 2026 | 11 July 2026 | Continuation of core training |
| 2 | Payment of Fees Deadline | – | – | Check KSL portal for exact date |
| 3 | Submission of Project Work & Oral Examinations (4 weeks) | 3 July 2026 (first submissions) | 17 July 2026 (last submissions) | Advocacy orals & project defence |
| 4 | Term Break | After 11 July 2026 | Before 17 August 2026 | – |
Term Three Activities
| No. | Activity | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Term Three Lectures (11 weeks) | 17 August 2026 | 31 October 2026 | Final classroom phase |
| 2 | Written Bar Examinations | – | – | Dates to be communicated by Council of Legal Education (CLE) |
Term Four Activities
| No. | Activity | Start Date | End Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pupillage | 4 January 2027 | 30 July 2027 | 6 months at approved pupillage centres (list on KSL website) |
| 2 | Graduation – Class of 2025 | 11 December 2026 | – | For previous cohort |
Next Academic Year (2027/2028 Preview)
- Pre-Bar Examinations & Marking: 11–14 January 2027
- Registration for Class 2027/2028: 18 January 2027 onwards
Prepared by: Anastasia Otieno, Ag. Assistant Director, Advocates Training Programme
Approved by: Dr. Henry Mutai, Director/Chief Executive Officer
Date: 16 January 2026
This Kenya School of Law ATP 2026/2027 calendar provides essential dates for the Class of 2026/2027. The programme is rigorous, combining lectures, skills training, project work, oral/written exams, and mandatory pupillage.
Important Reminders:
- All dates are subject to change—monitor the official KSL website (www.ksl.ac.ke) and CLE announcements.
- Fees, application process, and admission requirements are published separately on the KSL portal.
- For full prospectus, application forms, pupillage guidelines, or inquiries: Visit www.ksl.ac.ke or contact the Registrar.
Prepare early for the Advocates Training Programme—KSL remains the gateway to legal practice in Kenya. Good luck to the incoming Class of 2026/2027!
