EPRA Solar Licence Guide (Kenya): T1, T2 & T3
A clear explanation of the EPRA Solar PV Technician licence classes in Kenya, the requirements for each level, and how EcoPowerHub Academy training helps you prepare.
How licensing works
EcoPowerHub Academy issues a course completion certificate. EPRA issues the solar PV technician licence. We provide training and help you prepare your application — we do not issue EPRA licences.
The three EPRA licence classes
| Class | Scope | Typical work |
|---|---|---|
| T1 | Basic / small systems | Small DC systems and entry-level installations |
| T2 | Intermediate | Medium systems, multiple batteries, inverter-based setups |
| T3 | Advanced | Grid-connected and hybrid systems (highest technician class) |
T3 is required for more complex commercial and grid-tied work and is often needed when a company applies for a solar PV contractor licence.
EPRA T3 requirements (summary)
Candidates typically need to meet one of these pathways.
| Pathway | Academic requirement | Experience requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Pathway A | KCSE + Diploma in Electrical or Electronics + Intermediate Solar Training | Verifiable 4 years solar installation experience |
| Pathway B | BSc Electrical Engineering (or relevant degree) or Higher National Diploma | Verifiable 2 years solar installation experience |
Note: EPRA is the final authority. Always confirm the latest requirements on the official EPRA portal before applying.
Fees (indicative)
Based on publicly available EPRA information (subject to change).
| Class | Application fee | Grant fee | Annual renewal |
|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | KSh 250 | KSh 1,000 | KSh 500 |
| T2 | KSh 500 | KSh 2,000 | KSh 750 |
| T3 | KSh 750 | KSh 3,000 | KSh 1,000 |
Always verify current fees on the EPRA website.
Application process (overview)
- 1Confirm you meet the academic and experience requirements for the class you want
- 2Prepare supporting documents (ID, academic certificates, training certificates, experience evidence)
- 3Apply through the EPRA online licensing portal
- 4Pay the required fees
- 5Await processing (technician licences are typically processed within up to 60 days)
How EcoPowerHub Academy helps
Provides structured technical training aligned with the knowledge needed for higher-level work (especially T3 grid-tie and hybrid systems)
Issues a course completion certificate that can support your EPRA application evidence
Helps you understand the difference between training certificates and the actual EPRA licence
Frequently asked questions
- Does EcoPowerHub Academy issue the EPRA licence?
- No. EPRA issues the licence. We provide training and a completion certificate.
- Do I need T2 before T3?
- Many technicians progress T1 → T2 → T3, but the formal requirement is meeting the academic and experience criteria for the class you apply for.
- What is the highest technician class?
- T3. It covers advanced systems including grid-connected and hybrid PV.
- How long does the application take?
- EPRA has indicated that solar PV technician licence applications are typically processed within up to 60 days.
- Where do I apply?
- Through the official EPRA online licensing portal.
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Training scope and safety
- The Academy provides technical training and instructional scenarios only.
- Completion does not constitute a professional license, electrical certification, or authorization to work on live electrical systems.
- Work on photovoltaic, battery, and electrical systems involves potentially lethal voltages and must only be performed by qualified persons, in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, and employer safety programs.
- Labs and materials are educational. The technician and their employer remain solely responsible for safe work practices, isolation, PPE, and compliance on actual jobs.
- EcoPowerHub AI / EcoService OS makes no warranty that completion of this training guarantees safe or correct field performance.