The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has confirmed that it credited February salaries and allowances into teachers’ bank and Sacco accounts as part of the February payroll cycle. The payment round followed the closure of the monthly payroll known as TPay and included several arrears and allowances for eligible teachers.
Key Takeaways
- The TSC payroll for February was processed after the closure of TPay, and many teachers received payments on Thursday afternoon.
- A total of 24,000 junior school intern teachers recruited in January were paid February salaries plus January arrears.
- 9,159 recently recruited replacement teachers remain unpaid for now because they are on a six-month probation before conversion to permanent and pensionable (PNP) status.
- Payments included automatic promotions, hardship allowances, and arrears for promoted or reinstated teachers in line with Career Progression Guidelines (CPG).
TSC credits February salaries: What teachers need to know
The payroll cycle began once the Commission closed the February payroll. Teachers from a range of pay points, including those paid through KCB Bank, have confirmed receipt of their February salaries and related allowances. The Head of Public Service issued a circular dated 24 June 2025 requiring all public entities to process monthly payrolls by the 15th of each month, which guides timely payments.
Included in this payroll were several specific payments and adjustments:
- Automatic promotions for teachers employed three years ago, applied under the Career Progression Guidelines (CPG).
- Hardship allowances for teachers who were transferred to hardship zones.
- Arrears owed to teachers who were promoted or reinstated.
- Salary and arrears for junior school interns recruited and posted in January.
The Commission paid a cohort of 24,000 junior school intern teachers their February salary together with January arrears for days worked. This measure aimed to ensure interns are compensated promptly after recruitment and deployment.
However, a group of 9,159 recently recruited replacement teachers will start receiving pay later. These teachers reported to duty in early February and are currently serving a six-month probation period before conversion to permanent and pensionable terms. An employment letter shared from a school in Kilifi highlights terms for some new recruits: “Note that the effective date of your appointment will be the date you report for duty. Your salary will be Ksh 300,336 p.a on the T-Scale 5 (Ksh 300,336 p.a to Ksh 379,380 p.a). You will also be entitled to Automatic House Allowance, Commuter Allowance and Hardship Allowance (where applicable).”
Sources at the Commission’s payroll department indicate that teachers employed on permanent and pensionable terms will receive their first pay in March. If you are awaiting payment, confirm your status with your school payroll officer or the Commission payroll unit.
When schools break and impact on payments
The salary payment coincided with the school calendar’s half-term schedule. According to the Ministry circular for this academic year, all schools will break for half term on Tuesday, 24 February and resume on Monday, 2 March 2026. Secondary schools may start their mid-term break earlier, toward the end of the week. Teachers on half term can use the break to check pay slips, bank statements, and communicate with payroll officers about any discrepancies.
How to verify and follow up on your payment
- Check your bank or Sacco account statements for the credited amounts and payment dates.
- Request a payslip or payroll confirmation from your school payroll officer or the TSC payroll office.
- If you are a newly recruited teacher on probation and have questions about conversion or payment timing, contact the payroll unit for clarification.
Resources for teachers and students during the break
While schools are on break, teachers and learners can access exam practice and curriculum resources to continue learning and preparation. For CBC-focused materials and tests, see the CBC exam resources. Primary school teachers and learners can find practice KCPE papers at free KCPE exam practice, and secondary school revision materials are available via KCSE revision exams.
FAQ: Common questions about the February payroll
- Q: Why did some teachers not receive pay this month?
A: Newly recruited replacement teachers on probation (e.g., 9,159 teachers) are not yet converted to permanent and pensionable status; their first pay will follow confirmation after probation. - Q: Which allowances were included?
A: Payments included automatic house allowance, commuter allowance, hardship allowance (where applicable), promotion arrears, and arrears for reinstated teachers. - Q: Who can I contact if my payment is missing?
A: Start with your school payroll officer, then the Commission payroll department for unresolved issues.
Teachers are encouraged to keep payslips and documentation of appointments and transfer letters. These documents support follow-up on promotions, allowances, and arrears. If you need curriculum resources to support learners during the half-term, the links above provide free practice papers and lesson materials suitable for various grades.
