HELB PayBill Number and How to Pay via M-PESA

The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) is a government agency in Kenya that provides financial support to students pursuing higher education in various institutions.

One of the ways that students can repay their HELB loans is through the HELB PayBill Number using M-PESA.

This convenient and easy-to-use payment method allows borrowers to make loan repayments from their mobile phones, without having to visit a bank or HELB office.

In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to make HELB loan repayments via M-PESA using the HELB PayBill Number, as well as answer some frequently asked questions about the process.

Whether you are a current HELB borrower or considering taking out a loan in the future, this article will provide valuable information on how to manage your loan repayments efficiently.

What is HELB?

HELB is a state corporation in Kenya that is responsible for providing affordable loans to Kenyan students pursuing higher education in both local and international institutions.

It was established in 1995 under the Higher Education Loans Board Act, with the aim of assisting financially challenged students to access higher education.

The organization operates under the Ministry of Education and is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the Cabinet Secretary of Education.

The HELB offers a range of loan products that cater to different categories of students.

These include regular loans for undergraduate and postgraduate studies, loans for diploma and certificate programs, and loans for postgraduate diploma and certificate programs.

HELB loans are repayable after a specified grace period of between 6 months to one year after completion of studies or upon employment, whichever comes first.

HELB also offers financial literacy training to students and graduates to equip them with financial management skills. The organization also partners with other stakeholders to offer career development and mentorship programs to students.

HELB PayBill number

HELB PayBill number is 200800.

How to pay HELB via M-PESA

To pay for HELB via M-PESA, follow the steps below;

1. Open M-PESA.
2. Select Lipa na M-PESA.
3. Go to PayBill.
4. Enter PayBill number 200800.
5. Enter your national ID number as the account number.
6. Enter the amount to pay and input your M-PESA PIN.
7. Hit send to complete the transaction.

HELB monthly penalty

HELB’s monthly penalty is 5% per month.

All student loans deducted by employer must be remitted to HELB by the 15th day of the following month.

Failure to remit or delayed remittance may attract penalties of 5% per month.

How to get HELB clearance certificate 

Before you can apply for the clearance certificate you will be required to create an account on the portal if you do not have one already.

1. Create an account on the HELB portal

To create an account on the HELB portal, follow the steps below;

1. Log on to the HELB portal at helb.co.ke.
2. Click on Apply for Compliance Certificate.
3. Click on User registration and Pick ‘applicant registration’.
4. Here you will get a new account creation page. From here all you need to do is provide your National ID details.
5. Provide other details like email address and then validate and confirm your sign up.

2. Activate your HELB account

To activate your HELB account, follow the prompts below;

1. Go to your email and locate the HELB account email.
2. Click on the link provided and begin the activation process.
3. Once you get the code, enter it and hit Proceed.
4. This will create a HELB portal account to help you apply for other products.

How to apply for a HELB Clearance Certificate via HELB portal

Here is how you can apply for a HELB clearance certificate via the HELB portal;

1. Log on to the HELB portal and go to the Online Service Tab
2. Click on apply for Clearance Certificate
3. Provide your phone number where you will receive a code that will enable you to proceed.
4. You will receive a direct link to download your certificate
5. Download and print your certificate.

How to apply for a HELB Clearance Certificate via eCitizen

Follow the steps below to apply for a HELB clearance certificate via eCitizen.

1. Visit the eCitizen Portal at https://www.ecitizen.go.ke
2. Click on the sign in button located on the top right hand side of eCitizen website.
3. Enter your national ID number as the username and type in your eCtizen password, then click on the login button to access your eCitizen account.
4. Confirm if you are logging into the correct eCitizen account by checking your name etc.
5. From your eCitizen account dashboard, click on Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) service request.
6. A prompt display will appear asking you to confirm whether its you trying to access the service. Since you are in the process of downloading your Police Clearance Certificate on eCitizen, click on the continue button.
7. Click on the link highlighted as HELB Clearance so as to generate your HELB Clearance Certificate.
8. Proceed to click on the GET COMPLIANCE button.
9. Download the Clearance Certificate and save the soft copy or even printing the hard copy of the HELB Compliance Certificate.

HELB contacts

Tel: +254 711 052 000

Email : contactcentre@helb.co.ke