TSC Frequently asked questions on Teacher Registration

TSC Teacher Registration- You may be having a number of questions concerning the new teacher registration process by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). You may tried searching answers to these questions in vain. A number of questions on teacher registration have been addressed in this post. Simply read through.

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Question: How can I register as a a teacher

Answer: Use the online step by step guide to register as a TSC teacher. Ensure you have scanned the following prior to starting the registration process. All your academic certificates (i.e. primary,secondary,university and college transcripts), passport photo and banking slip of the registration payment done.

Question: How will i know that i have been registered ?

Answer: To check your registration status, on the TSC website under online services select teachers online and choose registration status.

Question: How long will the certification take?

Answer: The certification will take 30 days.

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Question: How do I apply for TSC Registration certificate replacement?

Answer: Worry no more. Now, you can easily apply for a TSC registration certificate replacement. The application process is simple and straight forward. Here are the details; How to apply for TSC Registration certificate replacement.

Question: What are the Requirement for TSC certificate replacement Application?

Answer: To apply for a TSC certificate duplicate you will need;

To pay a non-refundable fee of Sh2055
Produce your bank payment slip
Your National Identity Card, ID
an affidavit or marriage certificate must be provided, in case of change of names.

Question: How do you apply for the TSC certificate replacement online?

Answer: The application process is just simple. Follow the steps below;

You need to visit the TSC online portal by using the link ((See image below for the page you will get); Step by step guide on how to apply for a duplicate TSC Registration Certificate.

Question: What are the mandatory requirements for TSC Registration Certificate Application?

Answer: You should scan and upload the following documents:

Certified copies of academic and professional certificates
National identity card
Bank slip
One passport size photo
KRA pin
GP69 form
Certificate of good conduct
Entry and work permits for non-Kenyans.

Question: Must I have my documents photocopied and certified.

Answer: No. Simply scan and upload the original documents.

Question: Why has my application for TSC registration been rejected?

Answer: One can be denied registration if he/she:

Lacks the relevant academic and professional qualifications
Is not of good moral character has been convicted of a sexual offence or an offence against a learner
Has been convicted of a criminal offence which renders the person unfit to be a teacher
Is engaged in activities which are prejudicial to peace, good order or good governance in Kenya
Suffers from physical or mental infirmity which renders the person incapable of performing the duties of a teacher.

Question: Why has TSC deregistered me?

Answer: A teacher can be deregistered if he/she:

Dies
Obtains registration fraudulently
Has been convicted of a sexual offence or an offence against a learner
Has been convicted of a criminal offence which renders the person unfit to be a teacher
Is found unfit to teach following disciplinary proceedings
Suffers from physical or mental illness or infirmity which renders the person incapable of performing the duties of a teacher.

Question: How can I check my TSC Teacher Registration Application Status online?

Answer: Once you apply for your new TSC Number the Commission will respond within 30 days. But, it is good that you keep checking your registration status online. See more details here; How to check TSC registration status online.

Question: Which portal can I use to apply for TSC Number Registration?

Answer: Visit the official TSC online system at https://teachersonline.tsc.go.ke/.

Question: WHAT HAPPENS IF MY NAMES ARE NOT MATCHING ON MY DOCUMENTS

Answer: If the names in any of your academic documents don’t match with your ID, obtain an affidavit from an advocate or commissioner of oaths (An advocate/ Lawyer will do this for you). It is uploaded among the documents.

Question: CAN ONE USE PHOTOCOPIES TO APPLY FOR A TSC NUMBER?

Answer: Use original documents. To use photocopies, they must be certified at the subcounty TSC office. If you’ve lost any of the original documents, make arrangements to have results confirmed at KNEC.

Question: HOW LONG SHOULD I WAIT FOR THE TSC NUMBER?

Answer: The duration is not really specified. It all depends on the processing speed and logistics at the registry.

If there is a delay, applicants can call the head office for enquiries.

HEAD OFFICE CONTACTS:

0722208552

0777208552

Email: [email protected]

Question: Why did TSC Return my Registration Certificate to the head office?

Answer: Because you provided the wrong postal address or failed to collect it from your post office.

Question: WHAT DO THE VARIOUS INDICATORS THAT I SEE WHILE CHECKING MY TSC REGISTRATION STATUS MEAN?

Answer: These are the indicators you’ll likely find when checking the status of your TSC registration online;

In Progress; This means that the application has been submitted but not yet checked at the registry.
Verified; The application has been checked and all details confirmed correct.
Registered; This is the final status for a successful application. The TSC Number is indicated on the portal. A text message is sent to the applicant as well.
Reset; This means that there’s an error which needs to be rectified. The error is stated both on the portal and in a text to the applicant.
Incomplete; The application is not complete/not submitted
Rejected; This feedback is given when the applicant doesn’t qualify to be registered as a teacher, especially for failing to meet the minimum academic qualification.

Question: HOW DO I KNOW THAT I’VE BEEN REGISTERED?

Answer: An SMS is sent to you upon successful registration. It bears the TSC number. You can then generate a print-out of the notification through this link:

https://tsconline.tsc.go.ke/register/registration-status (Open it and enter your ID Number).

This is not the registration certificate though. The registration certificate is sent to you through the registered postal address.

Question: HOW/WHEN DOES ONE GET THE TSC REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE?

Answer: The registration certificate is sent through the postal address provided during application. You get it after receiving an SMS with your TSC number.