The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has advertised 34,499 promotion vacancies for 2026. See the complete list of positions, T-Scales, Job Groups, vacancies, and promotion opportunities under TSC Advert No. 78–107/2026.
marking one of the largest promotion exercises in recent years.
The vacancies target teachers serving in Regular Schools, Teachers Training Colleges (TTCs), and Special Needs Education (SNE) institutions. The promotions span from T-Scale 7 (Job Group C2) to T-Scale 15 (Job Group D5), offering career progression opportunities for classroom teachers, senior teachers, deputy headteachers, deputy principals, principals, curriculum support officers, and lecturers.
If you have been waiting for a TSC promotion, this guide provides a complete breakdown of all advertised positions and available vacancies.
TSC Promotion Vacancies 2026 at a Glance
- Advert Number: 78–107/2026
- Total Vacancies: 34,499
- Employer: Teachers Service Commission (TSC)
- Promotion Levels: T-Scale 7 to T-Scale 15
- Categories:
- Regular Schools
- Teachers Training Colleges (TTC)
- Special Needs Education (SNE)
Complete List of TSC Promotion Vacancies 2026
| T-Scale | Job Group | Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-Scale 15 | D5 | Chief Principal (Regular) | 54 |
| Chief Principal (TTC) | 7 | ||
| T-Scale 14 | D4 | Senior Principal (Regular) | 148 |
| Senior Principal (TTC) | 7 | ||
| T-Scale 13 | D3 | Deputy Principal I (Regular) | 770 |
| Deputy Principal I (TTC) | 7 | ||
| Deputy Principal I (SNE) | 6 | ||
| T-Scale 12 | D2 | Deputy Principal II (Regular) | 891 |
| Senior Lecturer I (TTC) | 15 | ||
| Senior Master I | 2 | ||
| T-Scale 11 | D1 | Curriculum Support Officer I (Regular) | 34 |
| Curriculum Support Officer I (SNE) | 7 | ||
| Deputy Principal III (Regular) | 1,068 | ||
| Deputy Principal III (SNE) | 5 | ||
| Senior Headteacher (Regular) | 199 | ||
| Senior Headteacher (SNE) | 5 | ||
| Senior Lecturer II (TTC) | 34 | ||
| Senior Master II (Regular) | 27 | ||
| T-Scale 10 | C5 | Curriculum Support Officer II (Regular) | 69 |
| Deputy Headteacher I (Regular) | 1,865 | ||
| Deputy Headteacher I (SNE) | 20 | ||
| Senior Lecturer III (TTC) | 44 | ||
| Senior Master III (Regular) | 1,665 | ||
| T-Scale 9 | C4 | Deputy Headteacher II (Regular) | 3,075 |
| Deputy Headteacher II (SNE) | 20 | ||
| Senior Lecturer IV (TTC) | 51 | ||
| Senior Master IV (Regular) | 5,956 | ||
| T-Scale 8 | C3 | Secondary Teacher I | 20 |
| Senior Teacher I (Regular) | 4,210 | ||
| T-Scale 7 | C2 | Senior Teacher II (Regular) | 13,490 |
Positions with the Highest Number of Vacancies
The largest allocations are concentrated in classroom leadership positions.
| Position | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Senior Teacher II | 13,490 |
| Senior Master IV | 5,956 |
| Senior Teacher I | 4,210 |
| Deputy Headteacher II | 3,075 |
| Deputy Headteacher I | 1,865 |
| Senior Master III | 1,665 |
| Deputy Principal III | 1,068 |
| Deputy Principal II | 891 |
| Deputy Principal I | 770 |
These numbers demonstrate TSC’s commitment to strengthening leadership and instructional management across schools in Kenya.
Meaning of the Categories
Regular
These vacancies are meant for teachers serving in ordinary public primary and secondary schools.
TTC
These positions are reserved for teachers working in Teachers Training Colleges.
SNE
These vacancies are specifically for teachers serving in Special Needs Education institutions.
Career Progression Covered
The promotion exercise covers nearly every leadership level within TSC, including:
- Senior Teacher II
- Senior Teacher I
- Senior Master IV
- Senior Master III
- Senior Master II
- Senior Master I
- Deputy Headteacher II
- Deputy Headteacher I
- Deputy Principal III
- Deputy Principal II
- Deputy Principal I
- Senior Principal
- Chief Principal
- Curriculum Support Officers
- Senior Lecturers
Why the 2026 Promotion Exercise Is Significant
The advertisement of 34,499 promotion vacancies represents one of the most comprehensive promotion exercises by TSC in recent years.
Key benefits include:
- Enhanced teacher career progression
- Recognition of experience and performance
- Improved school leadership
- Better succession planning in institutions
- Motivation and retention of teachers
- Strengthening curriculum implementation
What Teachers Should Prepare
Teachers interested in promotion should ensure they have:
- Updated personal records.
- Accurate teaching experience records.
- Current performance appraisal records.
- Relevant academic and professional qualifications.
- Leadership experience where applicable.
- Required documentation specified in the advertisement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many TSC promotion vacancies were advertised in 2026?
TSC advertised 34,499 promotion vacancies under Advertisement No. 78–107/2026.
Which position has the highest number of vacancies?
Senior Teacher II (T-Scale 7 / Job Group C2) has the highest allocation with 13,490 posts.
Do the vacancies include primary and secondary schools?
Yes. The promotions cover positions in both primary and secondary schools, Teachers Training Colleges, and Special Needs Education institutions.
Are there vacancies for Teachers Training Colleges?
Yes. Several positions have been advertised for TTCs, including Chief Principal, Senior Principal, Deputy Principal, and Senior Lecturer positions.
Are there vacancies for Special Needs Education teachers?
Yes. Promotion opportunities are available in Special Needs Education (SNE) across several leadership positions.
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