TSC Confirms New Basic Salary Structure With July 2025 Pay Rise Under 2025–2029 CBA – Full Breakdown by Job Group
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has officially announced a major salary boost for all Kenyan teachers, following the implementation of the 2025–2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The new salary structure, effective July 2025, comes after months of negotiations between TSC and teachers’ unions.
Key Highlights of the 2025–2029 CBA
Under this CBA, Kenyan educators across all job groups will enjoy a 7–10% basic salary increment in the first year, with additional phased raises annually through 2029. The agreement also introduces improved allowances and career progression benefits.
New Basic Salary Structure by Job Group
Here is the revised monthly salary scale for teachers under the new CBA:
Primary School Teachers
- Teacher Assistant (C1): KSh 27,195 – KSh 33,994
- Primary Teacher II (C2): KSh 32,988 – KSh 39,532
- Primary Teacher I (C3): KSh 39,532 – KSh 47,224
- Senior Teacher (C4): KSh 45,287 – KSh 53,943
Secondary School Teachers
- Secondary Teacher III (C2): KSh 34,955 – KSh 43,154
- Secondary Teacher II (C3): KSh 43,154 – KSh 51,632
- Secondary Teacher I (C4): KSh 49,799 – KSh 59,514
- Senior Master IV (D1): KSh 56,388 – KSh 67,220
Administrative Positions
- Deputy Headteacher (D3): KSh 77,840 – KSh 91,041
- Headteacher (D4): KSh 91,041 – KSh 107,290
- Senior Principal (D5): KSh 104,644 – KSh 120,270
Phased Salary Increment Timeline
The salary increments will be implemented in four phases:
- July 2025: +7%
- July 2026: +6.5%
- July 2027: +6%
- July 2028: +5.5%
The new salaries will reflect in August 2025 pay slips, with arrears for July.
Enhanced Allowances
Alongside basic salary increases, the 2025 CBA improves various allowances:
- House Allowance: Adjusted based on work station classification
- Commuter Allowance: 15% increase
- Hardship Allowance: Increased for teachers in marginalized regions
- Special School Allowance: 20% boost for special needs teachers
- Administrative Allowance: Better compensation for leadership roles
Promotions & Career Growth
Teachers will benefit from:
- Shorter promotion timelines
- Merit-based progression systems
- Additional pay for higher qualifications (e.g. master’s holders to earn up to 15% more)
- Streamlined application for leadership positions
What Makes This CBA Better?
Compared to the 2021–2025 CBA, the current agreement offers:
- Greater basic pay increments
- Harmonized pay between primary and secondary teachers
- More attractive allowances for specialized positions
- Long-term growth, with up to 25% basic salary increase by 2029
Final Word
The TSC’s move is expected to boost teacher morale, improve retention, and attract more qualified professionals to the sector. Teachers are advised to:
- Check their job group classification
- Understand the pay rise timeline
- Update professional documents
- Explore promotion opportunities
Stay tuned to Jobs Daily and official TSC channels for more updates on salaries, promotions, and CBA developments.
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