Research, Production and Extension (RPE) Division is one of the three Divisions in the University. The Division was set up when JKUAT, then JKUCAT became a constituent College of Kenyatta University in 1987 under the headship of a Deputy Principal. In 1994 when JKUAT attained the charter to operate as a fully-fledged university, the headship changed to a Deputy Vice Chancellor.

The Division is currently headed by Prof. Jackson Kwanza  who has a wealth of experience in research, production, extension and technology transfer activities. The current Registrar is Dr. Patrick Mbindyo. The office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (RPE) coordinates the following services:

• Research including fundraising and dissemination
• Production and income generating activities
• Extension and technology transfer services including shows and exhibitions
• Linkages services including community collaboration services