The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has declared 9,159 teacher replacement vacancies for primary, junior, and secondary schools. Learn eligibility, application steps, deadlines, posting rules, and official fraud warnings.
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has officially announced 9,159 teacher replacement vacancies for November 2025, targeting public primary, junior, and secondary schools across Kenya. The vacancies arise from natural attrition, including retirement, resignation, and other exits from the teaching service. This recruitment aims to stabilize learning institutions by ensuring adequate staffing as schools prepare for the next academic year.
According to TSC, 7,065 positions are allocated to primary schools, 12 positions to junior schools, and 2,082 positions to secondary schools. All appointments will be on Permanent and Pensionable terms, making this one of the most attractive government employment opportunities available this year.
To qualify for these TSC vacancies, applicants must satisfy specific minimum requirements. First, a candidate must be a Kenyan citizen. Secondly, they must possess at least a P1 certificate for primary school positions or a Diploma in Education for junior and secondary school roles. Lastly, every applicant must be a registered teacher with the Teachers Service Commission, as unregistered applicants will not be considered.
Mode of Application
TSC emphasizes that all applications will be submitted online only through the official portals:
The deadline for submitting applications is 8th December 2025 at midnight. Applicants should ensure their details are accurate because corrections cannot be made after submission.
Additionally, TSC has provided a breakdown of vacancies by county and school, accessible through their official website. Applicants are encouraged to review available opportunities before selecting their preferred counties.
General Recruitment Guidelines
TSC recruitment will follow the 2025/2026 TSC Recruitment Guidelines, which outline the scoring criteria and selection procedures. Merit lists generated during this exercise will be reused for future recruitment within the financial year, meaning applicants ranked highly stand better chances in upcoming hiring waves.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to present original academic certificates and professional documentation during interviews. Importantly, successful candidates must not submit more than one employment application form. Submitting multiple forms will result in disqualification.
Manual or paper applications will not be accepted under any circumstances. Additionally, priority will be given to teachers who have never been employed by TSC before.
Successful applicants may be posted to any school within the county where they were interviewed—not necessarily the school where the vacancy was initially advertised.
Fraud Warning
TSC warns applicants not to pay money to anyone claiming to assist with job placement. The recruitment process is free of charge, and applicants should report any fraudulent activity to the nearest TSC office or the TSC headquarters through the following contacts:
Fraud cases can also be reported to the nearest police station.
The 2025 TSC teacher replacement recruitment presents a crucial opportunity for qualified educators seeking stable government employment. With thousands of vacancies across all levels of learning, candidates are urged to apply early, follow official instructions, and avoid fraudsters. By adhering to the guidelines and submitting accurate information, teachers can maximize their chances of securing a spot in this national recruitment exercise.
