Teachers Service Commission staff in Kenya can now log in, register and download their TSC payslips online. All one needs to do is to Register membership then the TSC number is used as the username and you create a password of your choice.

The Teachers Service Commission Act 2012 Article 237, requires the commission to register all qualified teachers before they can teach in any public or private institution. A teacher who meets the requirements for registration will be issued with the certificate of Registration bearing a TSC number within 30 days. The names of all registered teachers will be published every year.

Here one is able to access the following documents from TSC Portal, widows and widowers declaration form, transfer form, application for maternity leave form, bonding form, bonding bank form, travelling claim form, complaint form, dependents declaration form, employment form, imprest application form, leave form, medical claim form, next of kin teachers form, subsistence claim form, performance appraisal form, study leave form and TSC employment form.

TSC Payslips Online Login and Download

Once you have registered for the TSC payslip online, you can login to access your TSC Payslip through http://payslip.tsc.go.ke/login.php Where you will be required to enter your TSC number and password previously created.

Once you have TSC payslip online login details, you can get payslips for any month. The TSC Payslips online on Teachers Service Commission website in Kenya usually provides information about which month’s payslips are available.

TSC Online Payslips Registration

To get a TSC payslip online in Kenya, teachers should access the Teachers Service Commission website on www.tsc.go.ke and click on registering for payslips online. You can also click directly to registering for a payslip in Kenya online via http://payslip.tsc.go.ke/login.php.

To get online payslips in Kenya, you need to fill out the form on the page that appears after clicking register for a payslip here. The form for getting a payslip online requires Kenyans to provide truthful details about:

1. TSC number,
2. Names,
3. Kenyan ID number,
4. KRA PIN,
5. Date of birth,
6. Designation code,
7. Pay station code,
8. Bank account number,
9. Mobile number,
10. Personal email address.
11. Kenyans are also required to create a new password, to confirm the new password and to select a unique secret question and an answer to the secret question for easy recovery of the account.

Requirements for TSC Online Payslip Registration:

Applicants for TSC registration are required to apply for registration online and the user-guide is also available.

One should scan and upload the following documents TSC registration online

1. Certified copies of academic and professional certificates , the national identity card and (1) passport photo size.
2. Entry and work permits for non-Kenyans.
3. Deposit Ksh 550 through Direct Banking or Simple Banking . (KSh 500 is a non refundable registration fee and ksh 50 for Bank Commission Charge to the TSC). For Simple Banking click M-pesa user guide.

Bank Account details required for TSC registration are:

1. Bank Name: National Bank of Kenya – Harambee Avenue Branch, Nairobi
2. Account Name: Teachers Service Commission – Teachers Registration Fees
3. Number: 01001000905001
4. M-pesa details are: Business Number – 547700

Checking TSC Online Registration Status

All the components of the TSC online payslip registration form in Kenya are mandatory and the applicants are required to provide truthful details.

You can get deregistered on the TSC Online payslip account where your account is suspected of fraudulent details or wrong information.

You can email the Teachers Service Commission in Kenya about any enquiries on getting payslips online in Kenya via payslips@tsc.go.ke.

TSC Online Portal Services

1. TSC Advertised Posts

The Commission Advertise for vacant Post for teachers. This online system allows you to apply for any post you qualify and gives you the opportunities to track every stage of processing up to Appointment. NOTE: If you apply online you don’t need to submit for a Hard copy version to the commission, and also no payment is required of any kind. As a teacher, you are not expected to register again with the Commission.

2. TSC Entry / Exit Returns

These are returns filled and filed by the headteachers, administrators or authorized officers entrusted with the responsibility by the Commission for onward respective processing at the Head Office and proper communications once Logged in by Head of Institution.

3. TSC Teachers Registration

In accordance with article 237 of the Constitution of Kenya, Section 23 of TSC Act No. 20 of 2012, it’s an offense for any person to engage in the teaching service unless such a person is registered as a teacher. The system provides a platform for online application and registration.

Currently, there are no active Adverts for your viewing!!!

For Any Inquiries On Teacher Registration Call 020-2892351 Or Send an E-mail to teacherregistration@tsc.go.ke and For Adverts and Promotions, Send an E-mail to: info@tsc.go.ke (general); Telephone No: 020-2892000

Mistakes to avoid while doing your TSC payslip registration

(a). Do not enter invalid credentials in your TSC registration form

Invalid details are strictly to be avoided. However, if you are trying for Tsc payslip login/register with an invalid name just carefully ensure that the names filled by you start with a capital letter followed by the remaining in small letters.

(b). Avoid uploading wrong certificates to the TCS portal

Certified copies of your professional and academic certificates are required. Make sure that they are correct.

(c). Do not delay in depositing the registration fee

The bank name, account name, and number, plus M-Pesa details are already provided by the authorities so they expect an on-time payment. Delay in the payment is thus not acceptable and the registration might turn to be avoided.

(d). Mistakes while entering TSC registration bank account is risky

Since TSC have already provided the details for their bank account, entering it wrongly is very costly because the money will go to a different account thus delaying your registration process. Avoid it.

(e). Avoid TSC payslip registration fraudulent details

All the components in the registration for TSC payslip are strictly mandatory and it is mandatory for the applicants to provide accurate details about their credentials. Immediate de-registration might occur if fraudulent details are encountered.

(f). Do not forget to check your registration status

Double-check if your registration has been successful, Go for a detailed survey if all the credentials have been properly and accurately used for your registration.

(g). Try to avoid agencies/consultancy for your registration

Remember that you should try to not let any sort of agencies, consultancies or middlemen for this registration purpose. There may be offices advertising, Online tsc payslip, Payslip online tsc and such, be careful of such hoax. Your credentials might be used for unethical malpractices which might cause you trouble in the future.

TSC Online Payslips Frequently Asked Questions

My salary was sent to the wrong station

Returned salaries are received by the Revenue Division at the T.S.C headquarters. If for genuine reasons your salary was returned and the division verifies that the case is genuine, they should be able to refund the amount due to you as soon as you contact them.

How do I access my TSC online payslip?

Register for the payslip service by selecting registration/activate account on online payslips under online services

Invalid names when registering for online TSC payslips

When you are trying to register and you get the invalid user name, ensure that you are filling the names starting with a capital letter and the rest in small letters e.g. Mary Wakimu Typing all capital or all small letters will result in an invalid names error.

I have tried registering for TSC online payslip but still getting invalid fields, what do I do?

email us at payslips@tsc.go.ke and we shall get back to you on the issue.
kindly ensure you give us the following details;

1. full names
2. TSC No.
3. the invalid message you are receiving to enable us assist you better e.g invalid account number, invalid DOB

How can I register as a TSC teacher?

Use the online step by step guide to registering as a TSC teacher. Ensure you have scanned the following prior to starting the registration process;

1. all your academic certificates i.e. primary, secondary, university, and college
2. University or college transcripts
3. passport photo
4. banking slip of the registration payment done.

How will I know I have been registered?

To check your registration status, on the TSC website under online services select teachers online and choose registration status.

 How long will the certification take?

The certification will take 30 days.

TSC Transfer Form – When Do I qualify for a transfer?

Transfers are subject to availability of vacancies and replacement. If a vacancy is available and the school gets a suitable replacement, the teacher requesting for the transfer gets it.

When do qualified teachers get employed by TSC?

Available vacancies are advertised in the local dailies, subsequently, procedures for applications are provided.
All advertised posts are available on the teachers online

TSC Study Leave Policy – When does one qualify for study leave?

download the Study Leave form from the downloads section on the website and fill it.
Study leave will be granted in line with the policy existing from time to time.

TSC Study Leave – Procedure for applying for study leave

1. The application should be forwarded to the Commission at least one month before the commencement date.
2. An application should be accompanied by the admission letter.
3. A teacher should not proceed on leave before approval and formal release.
4. Once granted, leave should be utilized for the approved purpose failure to which disciplinary action will be taken.
5. Teachers should report for posting 30 days before the expiry of the leave and provide evidence of having undertaken studies.
6. Those on study leave lasting less than six months should report back to their stations for allocation of duties. Their heads of institutions should inform the Commission immediately.

 TSC Number Registration Guide

TSC Number as per Teachers Service Commission Act (TSC Act)

The Teachers Service Commission Act 2012 Article 237, requires the commission to register all qualified teachers before they can teach in any public or private institution. A teacher who meets the requirements for registration will be issued with the certificate of Registration bearing a TSC number within 30 days. The names of all registered teachers will be published every year.

TSC Online Registration Requirements

TSC Registration Form

Applicants for TSC registration are required to apply for registration online and the user-guide is also available.

TSC Number Registration Requirements

1. Certified copies of academic and professional certificates, the national identity card and (1) passport photo size.
2. Entry and work permits for non-Kenyans.
3. Deposit Ksh 550 through Direct Banking or Simple Banking. (KSh 500 is a non-refundable registration fee and sh 50 for Bank Commission Charge to the TSC). For Simple Banking click M-Pesa user guide.

Bank Account details required for TSC Number registration are:

1. Bank Name: National Bank 0f Kenya – Harambee Avenue Branch, Nairobi
2. Account Name: Teachers Service Commission – Teachers Registration Fees
3. Number: 01001000905001
4. M-pesa details are: Business Number – 547700

TSC Online Registration Status

All the components of the TSC online registration form in Kenya are mandatory and the applicants are required to provide truthful details. You can get deregistered if your account is suspected of fraudulent details or wrong information. You can email the Teachers Service Commission in Kenya about any inquiries on getting payslips online in Kenya via payslips@tsc.go.ke.

TSC Registration Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get TSC certificate number

How do I access my eCitizen account

How do I apply for good conduct on eCitizen

1. Log in to the ecitizen portal
2. On the next page, click on the make application tab.
3. On the next tab, you have 2 options to choose between an adult application or a child application.
4. On the next page, proceed to the Apply Now tab.

How do I pay TSC registration through Mpesa

Go to Lipa na Mpesa in the Mpesa menu. Select the pay bill option. Enter the business number as ‘547700’ followed by ‘01001000905001’ as the account number. As soon as you are done paying the registration fee, ensure you have all the documents ready for the new teacher registration online process.

How do I get a KRA clearance certificate

With iTax , you can now get your TCC with a few clicks of a button as possible! Log onto iTax using your PIN number. On the home screen, go to the “Certificates” tab and choose the “Apply for Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC)” option from the drop-down menu.

KRA portal print PIN certificate

How can I register as a TSC teacher?

Use the online step by step guide to registering as a TSC teacher. Ensure you have scanned the following prior to starting the registration process;

1. all your academic certificates i.e. primary, secondary, university, and college
2. University or college transcripts
3. passport photo
4. banking slip of the registration payment done.

How will I know I have been Registered as a TSC Teacher?

To check your registration status, on the TSC website under online services select teachers online and choose registration status.

How long will the TSC Number/certification take?

The certification will take 30 days.

When do qualified teachers get employed by TSC?

Available vacancies are advertised in the local dailies, subsequently, procedures for applications are provided.

All advertised posts are available on the teachers online

TSC Contacts and Website

TSC portal / website

The official Teachers Service Commission – TSC Website is http://www.tsc.go.ke/. To visit the website click on this link: http://www.tsc.go.ke/

TSC contacts

TSC House, Upper Hill Nairobi Along Kilimanjaro Road
P.O. Box Private Bag 00100 Nairobi
Telephone: 892000 Email: info@tsc.go.ke
TSC Website: www.tsc.go.ke
Teachers Online: www.teachersonline.go.ke

Head Office Contacts

Contact
Private Bag – Nairobi
info@tsc.go.ke
020 289 2000

NAIROBI REGION

Nairobi County
County Director – Nairobi
Contact
P. O. BOX 49416 – 00100, Nairobi GPO
cdirnairobi@tsc.go.ke

WESTERN REGION

•  Kakamega County
• Bungoma County
• Vihiga County
• Busia County

County Director – Kakamega
Contact
P. O. BOX 2964 – 50100, Kakamega
cdirkakamega@tsc.go.ke

NYANZA REGION

• Kisumu County
• Kisii County
• Siaya County
• Homa Bay County
• Migori County
• Nyamira County

County Director – Kisumu
Contact
P. O. BOX 7489 – 40100, Kisumu
cdirkisumu@tsc.go.ke

NORTH EASTERN REGION

• Garissa County
• Mandera County
• Wajir County
• Marsabit County

County Director – Garissa
Contact
P. O. BOX 1688 – 70100, Garissa
cdirgarissa@tsc.go.ke

COAST REGION

• Kilifi County
•  Lamu County
• Taita Taveta County
• Tana River County
• Mombasa County
• Kwale County

County Director – Kilifi
Contact
P. O. BOX 1227 – 80108, Kilifi
cdirkilifi@tsc.go.ke

EASTERN REGION

• Embu County
• Meru County
• Isiolo County
• Machakos County
• Kitui County
• Makueni County
• Tharaka Nithi County

County Director – Embu
Contact
P. O. BOX 2754 – 60100, Embu
cdirembu@tsc.go.ke

RIFT VALLEY REGION

• Turkana County
• West Pokot County
• Samburu County
• Trans Nzoia County
• Uasin Gishu County
• Elgeyo Marakwet County
• Nandi County
• Baringo County
• Nakuru County
• Narok County
• Kericho County
• Bomet County
• Kajiado County

County Director – Turkana County
Contact
P. O. BOX 293 – 30500, Lodw

CENTRAL REGION

• Laikipia County
• Nyeri County
• Kirinyaga County
• Muranga County
• Kiambu County
• Nyandarua County
• County Director – Laikipia

Contact
P. O. BOX 484- 10400, Nanyuki
cdirlaikipia@tsc.go.ke

TSC website useful links

1. TSC Online: http://www.tsc.go.ke/index.php/online-services/teachers-online
2. Online Payslip: http://www.tsc.go.ke/3pv4/login.php
3. TCS Online Registration Status: http://www.teachersonline.go.ke/
4. TCS Online Registration User Guide: http://www.tsc.go.ke/index.php/downloads/finish/35-manuals/361-user-manual-teacher-registration/0
5. TCS Online Registration Mpesa Guide: http://www.tsc.go.ke/index.php/downloads/finish/35-manuals/399-m-pesa-user-guide/0

History of Teachers Service Commission (TSC)

The History of the Teachers Service Commission dates back to the colonial times when teachers were employed by different bodies namely:

• The Missionaries and the Government for primary school teachers
• The African Teachers Service and the Government for both African and European secondary school teachers

The Kenya National Union of Teachers, established in 1957, an umbrella body of teachers found it unnecessary to have the decentralized system of handling teachers affairs. It therefore made it its priority to press for the employment of teachers by a central body which led to the establishment of the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) under an Act of Parliament (Cap 212) of the Laws of Kenya in 1967.

Currently the TSC is established under Article 237(1) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) as a Constitutional Commission and is mandated to perform the following teacher management functions;

1. to register-trained teachers;
2. to recruit and employ registered teachers;
3. to assign teachers employed by the Commission for service in any public school or institution;
4. to promote and transfer teachers;
5. to exercise disciplinary control over teachers; and
6. to terminate the employment of teachers.

In addition, the TCS shall

1. review the standards of education and training of persons entering the teaching service;
2. review the demand for and the supply of teachers; and
3. advise the national government on matters relating to the teaching profession.

Effectively the Commission is set up into various departments and divisions that carry out specific Functions to implement the mandate of the Commission as stipulated. At its inception the Secretariat had a total number of 100 staff under one department who carried out consulting and coordinating services.

It was during this time that formulation of policies was going on and subsequently the first draft of the Code of Regulations for teachers 1972 was drawn. It was later brought to parliament and first published in 1976 and later revised in 1986.

From the 100 members of staff with three Commissioners under the chairmanship of Mr. John Malinda who also doubled up as Director of Personnel Management the Commission has grown to a total number 2,900 staff members under seven directorates namely Accounts, Finance, Teacher Management, Administration, Information Communication Technology, Human Resource Management Development and Internal Audit.

TCS management procedures have undergone tremendous changes to meet the dynamic challenges of our economy this has been realized through the continuous staff development and expansion of services and the leadership of the then three Commissioners whose numbers rose to twenty-four and currently stands at nine in line with the Constitution of Kenya 2010 with its Chairmanship as follows:

1. Mr. John Malinda (01.07. 1967- 28.02.1969),
2. Mr. Zakayo Mwangi (01.03.1969 – 01.03.1983),
3. Mr. Sammy Soi (02.03.1983 – 30.11.1999)
4. Mr. Ibrahim Hussein ((01.12.1999 – 15.11.2011)
5. Mr Mark.E.O.Oyoo (16.11.2011 – 30.03.2012)
6. Mrs. Lucy Njeru ( 05.04.2012 -14.06.2013)

Since its establishment, there have been a number of Commission Secretaries who are the Chief Executives. They have ensured the effective and efficient management of the Secretariat. This position has been held by:

1. Mr. Muhoro (01.07.1967-30.04.1974)
2. Mr. James Kamunge (01.05.1974 – 31.12.1977)
3. Mr. Duncan Mwangi (01.01.1978-31.10.1980)
4. Mr. Lijembe (01.11.1980 – 13.05.1982)
5. Mr. Jackson Kangali (14.05.1982 – 25.02.1998)
6. Mr. Benjamin Sogomo (26.02.1998 – 31.01.2003)
7. Mr James E.O.Ongwae, EBS, OGW (01.02.2004 – 30.06.2004)
8. Mr Gabriel K. Lengoiboni CBS (2004 to date)

With its growth and expansion, the Secretariat has moved from its initial offices occupying two floors of College House opposite the University of Nairobi to the Cooperative House situated at the Hailselasie Avenue. It’s at this place that most of the expanding departments were housed until the devastating terrorist Bomb of August 1998 targeted at the American Embassy adjacent to Cooperative House forced the Commission out of the building.

The Commission lost a number of staff and substantial documents after which they operated from the Jogoo and Bima House concurrently. To centralize its services the Commission moved to occupy fourteen floors of the Bazaar Plaza situated along Moi Avenue. In November 2009 TSC moved to its own building the TSC House in Upper Hill Nairobi which had been under construction since 2006. TSC house is located along Kilimanjoro road.

Initially up to about 1969, the process of salary payment was processed through the District Education Officers for the primary schools and the ones for the secondary schools were done at the Ministry of Education Headquarters. Due to the expanding demands of the teachers and growth of their numbers by 1972, centralization of the salary processing was vital hence all was brought under Teachers Service Commission.

Teachers Service Commission serves effectively all the 278,000 teachers who are geographically distributed all over the country serving in over 26,000 primary schools and 7,000 secondary schools and related tertiary institutions. To serve them all, the Commission has established units at the provincial and district levels as per the recommendations of the National Committee on Educational Objectives and Policies of 1976.

Services provided by the Commission since its inception has seen the teachers contributing a lot to the growth of our country’s social, economic and political dimensions. Over time most have contributed largely in shaping the country’s education and its future growth.

TSC Kenya Mission: “To Establish and Maintain a Sufficient, Professional, Teaching Service for Educational Institutions.”

TCS Kenya Core Value: Professionalism, Customer Focus, Integrity, Innovativeness, Team spirit