A NACTVET-registered medical training college in Mafinga, Iringa. Study Clinical Medicine, Diagnostic Radiography or Clinical Dentistry — with 100% HESLB government loans, free hostels and modern laboratories. The 2026/2027 admission window is open.
Tumaini Jipya Medical Training College (TJMTC) is a private health training college in Mafinga, registered with NACTVET (REG/HAS 144). Its motto says it plainly: we practice what we teach.
The college trains health professionals to a high standard — with hands-on practice in modern laboratories — so graduates can serve confidently in the dispensaries, health centres and hospitals that keep communities well.
A Tanzania where every community — including the most remote — is reached by a skilled, compassionate and confident health worker.
To train health professionals to a high standard through sound teaching and strong practical training, so graduates can help reduce preventable illness and death.
Eligible students can fund their studies through the Higher Education Students’ Loan Board (HESLB) — including full 100% loans for the Diagnostic Radiography and Clinical Dentistry programmes.
Every programme is a NACTVET-registered Ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 6), taught with hands-on practice in modern laboratories. Entry is by Form IV (CSEE) results, through the Central Admission System.
Train as a clinical officer — diagnosing, treating and managing patients across Tanzania’s health facilities. Three years of science, skills and supervised clinical practice.
Produce and handle the medical images — X-ray and beyond — that guide diagnosis and treatment, working alongside clinicians in imaging departments.
Learn to prevent, diagnose and treat oral and dental disease — bringing essential dental care to communities that rarely see a dentist.
Fees and entry requirements are as advertised by the college for the 2026/2027 intake. Selection is confirmed through NACTVET; contact the college to verify the latest details before applying.
A focus on exam success — teaching built to help you pass and qualify. Ufaulu ni uhakika.
Fees kept low and fair — comparable to government colleges. Ada ni nafuu kama serikali.
Calm, well-kept surroundings to live and learn in. Mazingira mazuri ya kujisomea.
Staff who know their students and take time to listen. Ukarimu na usikivu.
The college looks after the whole student — from where you sleep to the skills you build and the future you plan.
On-campus accommodation so students from across the region can settle in safely.
Free · BureStudents practise skills hands-on in up-to-date labs before working with patients.
Business and enterprise skills taught alongside your health qualification.
Free · BureCampus internet to support study, research and staying connected.
Free · BureReal students, real classrooms, real practice — moments from campus, the laboratories and graduation day.
Health-college admission in Tanzania runs through the NACTVET Central Admission System (CAS). Here’s how to apply to Tumaini Jipya.
Confirm your Form IV (CSEE) results meet the entry requirement for your chosen programme.
Create an account and apply on the NACTVET health-college portal at tvetims.nacte.go.tz, selecting Tumaini Jipya MTC.
Once admitted, apply for a government student loan through HESLB — up to 100% for eligible programmes.
Bring your original certificates and joining instructions to campus in Mafinga, settle fees and register for your first semester.
The window is open for 2026/2027. Download the official NACTVET guidebook for full requirements and the calendar, or open the portal to begin.
For clinical medicine graduates especially, the qualification is a beginning, not a ceiling. With experience and further study, the pathway continues.
Graduate as a clinical officer, radiographer or dental practitioner and register with the relevant council to work in health facilities across the country.
With additional university study, the pathway can continue toward an MD and beyond.
Health workers trained here serve on the frontline of care in Tanzania, often independently where staff are few.
Yes. It is a private health training college with Full Registration from NACTVET, registration number REG/HAS 144 — the national body that regulates technical and vocational training in Tanzania.
Three Ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 6) programmes: Clinical Medicine, Diagnostic Radiography and Clinical Dentistry.
Yes. Eligible students can apply for HESLB government loans — including full 100% loans for the Diagnostic Radiography and Clinical Dentistry programmes.
Tuition is TSh 1,145,000/year for Clinical Medicine and TSh 1,400,000/year for Diagnostic Radiography and Clinical Dentistry. Hostels and campus WiFi are provided free.
Applications go through the NACTVET Central Admission System (CAS) at tvetims.nacte.go.tz. Create an account, apply, and select Tumaini Jipya MTC — or contact the college office for guidance.
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Your application is sent to the college on WhatsApp (+255 756 916 610) for processing.