Programme overview

KCSP is a CNCF-recognised tier of vetted service providers with deep experience in helping enterprises adopt Kubernetes successfully. Partners in the programme provide Kubernetes support, consulting, professional services and training to organisations beginning or expanding their Kubernetes adoption. The programme sits alongside other CNCF partner tiers, such as the recognised group of Kubernetes Training Partners (KTP), which covers vetted providers of cloud native technology training.

  • Pre-qualified tier of vetted Kubernetes service providers
  • Kubernetes support and consulting
  • Professional services
  • Kubernetes and cloud native training
  • Related CNCF tier: Kubernetes Training Partners (KTP)

Sources: Training FAQ | CNCF, Membership FAQ | CNCF

Applying to become a KCSP

CNCF documents the process to become a Kubernetes Certified Service Provider in its Membership FAQ, which answers common questions for member organisations. The same FAQ also covers the process for becoming a Kubernetes and Cloud Native Training Partner (KCNTP). Questions that the FAQ does not answer can be raised with CNCF through the Member Help Desk, or by contacting support@cncf.io.

  • Process described in the CNCF Membership FAQ
  • Companion programme: Kubernetes and Cloud Native Training Partner (KCNTP)
  • Enquiries via the Member Help Desk or support@cncf.io

Source: Membership FAQ | CNCF

Relationship to CNCF membership programmes

KCSP is one of several programmes and benefits that CNCF makes available to its member organisations. The CNCF Membership Hub collects member resources, covering technical collaboration through the Technical Oversight Committee and Technical Advisory Groups, marketing programmes, events, branding, and training and certification. Member contacts are organised into representative/voting, billing, marketing and technical roles, and contact details can be updated through the Member Desk or the LFX Organization Dashboard.

  • Member programmes listed on the CNCF Membership Hub
  • Technical collaboration via TOC, TAGs and CNCF projects
  • Marketing programmes, blog submissions and CNCF events
  • Membership contact roles managed via the Member Desk or LFX

Sources: Membership Hub – For Current Members | CNCF, Membership FAQ | CNCF

Sources

  1. Training FAQ | CNCF https://www.cncf.io/training/courses/faq/ Verified 18 Sep 2026
  2. Membership FAQ | CNCF https://www.cncf.io/membership-faq/ Verified 25 Oct 2026
  3. Membership Hub – For Current Members | CNCF https://www.cncf.io/membership-hub/ Verified 25 Oct 2026

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