Question 1

What is CTIMS?

Accepted Answer

CTIMS is an online management system for colleges, TVETs and technical training institutes in Kenya. It handles admissions, student records, fees, exams and results, attendance, timetables, hostels, library and staff in one platform.

Question 2

How much does CTIMS cost?

Accepted Answer

CTIMS has one plan with all modules: a one-time setup fee of KES 60,000 plus KES 20,000 per year for the annual subscription. There are no limits on students or staff.

Question 3

Can students pay fees through M-Pesa?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CTIMS records M-Pesa, cash and bank payments against each student, issues receipts, tracks balances and produces fee defaulter reports.

Question 4

Is CTIMS suitable for TVET institutions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is built for Kenyan colleges and TVETs, including competency-based tracking, industrial attachments, programmes, units and transcripts.

Question 5

Do we need to install any software?

Accepted Answer

No. CTIMS runs in the browser on computers, tablets and phones and can be installed as an app. Each institution's data is kept completely separate and secure.

Question 6

Can prospective students apply online?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Each institution gets a public online application portal where prospective students can apply directly.