TSC Faces Mass Exit as 10,200 Teachers Set for Retirement on June 30
TSC Faces Mass Exit as 10,200 Teachers Set for Retirement on June 30, The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is preparing for a major workforce shake-up as 10,200 teachers are scheduled to retire on June 30, 2025, after reaching the mandatory retirement age.
Mandatory Retirement Age
According to TSC policy, teachers are required to retire at the age of 60. However, teachers living with disabilities are allowed to work up to 65 years. The upcoming retirement will affect both classroom teachers and school administrators.
TSC Promotion and Recruitment Plans
To address the leadership gaps created by the retiring administrators, TSC has promoted several teachers into new leadership roles. Additionally, the Commission has announced plans for a mass recruitment drive starting September 2025, aimed at replacing those exiting the service.
Furthermore, the Commission plans to hire 24,000 new teachers by the end of the year, covering both primary and secondary school levels.
Government Commitment to Education
Speaking at Sarova Whitesands in Mombasa during a meeting with public university council chairpersons, Education CS Julius Ogamba highlighted the government’s strong support for education.
Ogamba confirmed that President Ruto’s administration has already employed 76,000 teachers and continues to invest heavily in education. “We are using available resources wisely. UNESCO recommends 20% of a national budget go to education; we’ve already allocated 28%, surpassing that benchmark,” he noted.
TSC Recognized Exit Options for Teachers
TSC outlines ten different types of retirements or service exits under its policy framework:
1. Voluntary Retirement
Eligible for teachers aged 50 and above with at least 10 years of continuous service under Permanent and Pensionable (P&P) terms. Teachers must give 3 months’ written notice.
2. Medical Retirement
Teachers may request retirement due to health issues. A medical board, convened by the Director of Medical Services, assesses and recommends the retirement.
3. Public Interest Retirement
Teachers may be retired in the interest of public service or institutional needs. Such cases still qualify for lump-sum and monthly pension benefits.
4. Resignation
Teachers can resign by giving 3 months’ notice or paying one month’s salary in lieu. Resignation does not come with pension benefits, though male teachers can claim WCPS refunds.
5. Marriage Resignation (for Female Teachers)
Female teachers with at least 5 years of P&P service may resign due to marriage and are eligible for a marriage gratuity, capped at one year’s pensionable emoluments.
6. Termination of Service
This may occur during temporary or probationary appointments. NSSF or WCPS benefits may apply depending on service terms.
7. Death Gratuity
If a teacher dies while in service, dependents are eligible for Death Gratuity and a Dependants’ Pension. Required documents include the death certificate and verification by a local chief.
8. Killed on Duty
Pension benefits are paid to dependents of teachers who die as a direct result of injuries sustained in the line of duty.
9. Release to Other Organizations
Teachers moving to public institutions, unions, or NGOs must apply through TSC. Teaching benefits are suspended until retirement from the new organization.
10. Compulsory Retirement
Mandatory at 60 years, unless shortened under special circumstances. Teachers receive a two-year notice and must submit necessary documents, tax confirmations, and banking details.
New Reliefs for Retirees Starting July 1, 2025
Starting July 2025, retired teachers will enjoy the following benefits:
- No Tax on Gratuity Payments
- Digitized Pension Processing: Pension claims will now be submitted and approved online. Retirees can monitor their pension status from home.
Online Pension Self-Registration
To benefit from the new digital pension system, retirees were required to register between December 5, 2024, and February 28, 2025. Here’s how registration works:
How to Register:
- Online via eCitizen Portal:
Log into the eCitizen portal, navigate to the National Treasury Pensions Department, and complete the self-registration process. - In-person Support:
Visit any Huduma Centre, Treasury pensions office, or designated registration centers.
Targeted Pensioners Include:
- Retired State Officers
- Civil Servants
- TSC Teachers
- Police, Prisons, NYS Officers
- Military Personnel
- Dependents of deceased pensioners
Documents Needed:
- National ID (front and back)
- ATM card of pension account (with name and account number)
- Birth certificates for children
- Death certificate for deceased pensioners
- Tax exemption certificate (for Persons with Disabilities)
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