The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) will post 9,159 replacement teachers to public primary, junior and secondary schools in April to fill vacancies created by natural attrition. This TSC replacement teachers drive follows applications closed on 8 December 2025 and moves now to document verification, merit listing and final posting.
Key Takeaways
- 9,159 vacancies announced: 7,065 for primary, 12 for junior schools and 2,082 for secondary schools.
- Employment is on permanent and pensionable terms for qualified, registered teachers.
- Document verification and interviews are underway; successful names go to TSC Headquarters for final scrutiny.
- Intern teachers receive a 50-mark bonus on the scoresheet and need only present ID during verification.
- Priority placement follows local order: Sub-County, County, Region; persons with disabilities are accommodated.
Main requirements for TSC replacement teachers
Candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria to be considered for the TSC replacement teachers exercise. Key conditions include:
- Kenyan citizenship.
- Registration with the Teachers Service Commission.
- For primary posts: a P1 certificate (or relevant PTE/UDPTE evidence where applicable).
- For junior and secondary posts: a minimum Diploma in Education or a degree plus official transcripts.
Recruitment stages and timeline
The recruitment process follows a clear sequence:
- Applications were submitted online through the TSC careers portal and closed on 8 December 2025.
- Shortlisted applicants are invited for document verification and interviews, starting with notices sent by SMS.
- Verified applicant details are compiled into merit lists by Sub-County Directors and forwarded to TSC Headquarters for final scrutiny.
- Posting to schools is expected to take place around March–April, subject to completion of verification and approvals.
Documents required for verification
Applicants must bring original documents and clear photocopies. Lists differ slightly by level.
Primary school teachers should present:
- National identification card.
- Certificate of Registration as a teacher (TSC Reg. Cert.).
- Evidence of Upgrade Diploma in Primary Teacher Education (UDPTE) where applicable.
- PTE or P1 certificate.
- KCSE and KCPE certificates (include attempt certificates where applicable).
- Letter of certification of results by KNEC (where applicable).
- Primary and secondary school leaving certificates and other testimonials.
- NCPWD card for persons with disabilities (where applicable).
- An affidavit under the Oaths and Statutory Declarations Act to explain name variances.
Post-primary (JSS and secondary) teachers should present:
- National identification card.
- Certificate of Registration as a teacher.
- Diploma/Degree certificate and official transcripts.
- KCSE and KCPE certificates (include attempt certificates where applicable).
- Primary and secondary school leaving certificates and other testimonials.
- NCPWD card (where applicable).
- An affidavit to explain any variance in names.
- Letter of certification of results by KNEC (where applicable).
Special provisions and scoring
The Commission has awarded 50 marks on the scoresheet to serving intern teachers. Interns who have been given this credit will only be required to present their identity cards during verification. Local applicants are prioritised on the merit lists in the following order: Sub-County, County, then Region.
Fraud warning and reporting
The recruitment exercise is free of charge. Applicants should be alert to fraudsters who may claim to assist in recruitment for a fee. Any suspected fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest TSC office or to the contacts provided by TSC. Applicants are also encouraged to confirm available vacancies and recruitment details on the TSC website.
How this affects teachers and learners
The replacement exercise creates meaningful opportunities for unemployed P1 teachers and junior school interns seeking permanent, pensionable work. New hires will help reduce teacher shortages and support learning continuity in classrooms across the country. Schools preparing for incoming teachers should expect postings to begin once final merit lists are approved.
Additional resources for teachers and applicants
Applicants and teachers preparing for class assignments or interview readiness can use curriculum and exam resources to refresh subject knowledge. Useful resources include:
- Grade 10 curriculum designs for senior school subject planning.
- CBC curriculum designs and teaching frameworks for lower grades.
- Diploma in Education past papers for candidates seeking to revise teaching content and exam techniques.
- Secondary school scheme templates: free secondary school schemes of work to help new teachers plan lessons.
If you are shortlisted, follow SMS instructions closely and bring all required original documents and copies on the scheduled verification date. Keeping documents ready and reviewing curriculum resources will improve your readiness for deployment and classroom duties.
