Step-by-Step Guide to Teacher Registration in Kenya – TSC Process Explained

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has outlined a clear process for new teacher registration. Follow these steps to successfully complete your application and obtain a TSC number.

Step 1: Access the Registration Page

1. Visit www.tsc.go.ke.
2. Select “Teachers Online Services”.
3. Click on “New Teacher Registration – Citizen”.

Step 2: Provide Personal Information

1. Enter your ID or passport number.
2. Input your surname.
3. Provide your mobile phone number.
4. Enter your email address (an OTP will be sent for verification).
5. Input your KRA PIN.
6. Select your teaching category (e.g., ECDE, Primary, or Post-Primary).
7. Confirm your trained teacher status.
8. Click Next.

Step 3: Email Verification

1. Check your email for the OTP (One-Time Password).
2. Enter the OTP on the application page.
3. Click Verify.

Step 4: Complete Basic Details

1. Fill in the mandatory fields for permanent and current address.
2. Click Next to save and proceed.

Step 5: Upload Certificates

1. Upload your primary, secondary, and tertiary education certificates.
2. Enter details for each certificate:
   • Starting year
   • Certificate number
   • Ending year
   • Name of institution
3. Click Next after uploading all required certificates.

Step 6: Upload Additional Documents

1. Upload other required documents, including:
   • KRA PIN certificate
   • GP69 medical form
   • National ID card
   • Passport photo
   • Transcripts
   • Certificate of Good Conduct
2. Provide a brief description of each uploaded document (e.g., “KRA PIN” for the KRA PIN certificate).
3. Click Next to proceed.

Step 7: Finalize Subject Details and Payment

1. Enter details for your main subject (e.g., Kiswahili):
   • KCSE grade
   • Hours trained
2. Enter details for your second subject (e.g., CRE):
   • KCSE grade
   • Hours trained
3. Indicate whether you have ever been dismissed, convicted, etc.
4. Click Next.
5. You will be directed to the payment page.
6. Select your preferred payment method (e.g., Mpesa).
7. Enter your mobile phone number and click Pay.
8. A payment prompt will appear on your phone – enter your Mpesa PIN to complete the payment of Ksh 1,055 via E-citizen.
9. On the payment window, click Complete Payment.

Step 8: Print and Save Your Registration Details

1. Once payment is confirmed, a new page with all your details will appear.
2. Print and save the document for future reference.

Tracking Your Registration Status

1. Visit Teachers Online Services and click Registration Status.
2. Enter your ID number and click Search.
3. The status will show:
   • “In Progress” if verification is ongoing.
   • “Verified” once documents are approved.
   • “Registered” when your TSC number is issued.

Receiving Your TSC Number

• After verification, your TSC number will be sent via SMS.
• The certificate of registration will be sent to your email.

At this point, you have successfully completed your registration. Take a deep breath and relax as you wait for processing! 🎉