Tsc Promotion Interviews 2025 Key Details Scoresheet And Requirements
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is conducting its promotion interviews, now in the third day since commencing on January 13, 2025. The interviews aim to fill 19,943 promotion vacancies across sub-counties.
Promotion Scoresheet Highlights
The 2025 TSC promotion scoresheet prioritizes key criteria, including teacher age, academic qualifications, TPAD ratings, and years of service in the current grade.
Age-Based Scoring
- 55+ years: 30 marks
- 50–54 years: 26 marks
- 45–49 years: 22 marks
- 40–44 years: 18 marks
- 30–39 years: 14 marks
Academic Qualifications
- Master’s Degree: 5 marks
- Bachelor’s Degree: 3 marks
- Diploma: 1 mark
Experience in Current Grade
- 7+ years: 50 marks
- 6 years: 40 marks
- 5 years: 30 marks
- 4 years: 20 marks
- 3 years: 10 marks
Teacher Performance Appraisal (TPAD) Ratings
- 81+ points: 10 marks
- 61–80 points: 8 marks
- 41–60 points: 6 marks
- 21–40 points: 4 marks
- 1–20 points: 2 marks
Other Considerations
- KNEC Examiner Role: 4 marks
- Presentation: 1 mark
Interview Process
Unlike previous years, the 2025 interviews involve minimal questioning. Teachers are only required to present their documents for verification. Panels confirm details like age and service duration before awarding scores.
Documents Required for Interviews
Teachers must present the following during the interviews:
- National Identity Card (ID)
- Academic certificates (KCSE, Diploma, Degree, etc.)
- Letter of appointment to the current grade
- Latest payslip
- Most recent promotional letter
- Letter assigning responsibility (for HOI/DHOI positions)
- TPAD reports for 2021–2023
- Other relevant testimonials
Post-Interview Clearance Documents
Successful candidates must produce the following Chapter 6 documents before assuming their new roles:
- Valid Certificate of Good Conduct (DCI)
- HELB Clearance Certificate
- Tax Compliance Certificate (KRA)
- EACC Clearance Certificate
- CRB Clearance Certificate
Objectives of the Promotion Exercise
The 2025 promotion exercise addresses key challenges, including:
- Filling 19,943 promotion vacancies from job group C1 to D4.
- Confirming over 3,300 acting school heads and deputies in permanent roles.
- Addressing leadership gaps in 3,359 schools—1,918 primary schools and 1,441 secondary schools.
The vacancies aim to alleviate leadership shortages caused by retirements and the registration of new schools.
TSC’s Focus on Leadership and Integrity
In line with Chapter 6 of the Kenyan Constitution, the TSC ensures candidates meet leadership and integrity standards. The required documents serve to verify personal integrity, competence, and suitability for public office.
Conclusion
The TSC promotion exercise is a significant step toward strengthening Kenya’s education sector. By prioritizing teacher experience, performance, and integrity, the Commission ensures that schools are led by qualified and competent professionals. Successful candidates will soon be posted to institutions where their expertise is most needed.
Stay updated on the latest developments as the 2025 TSC promotions unfold.
