Indicative. TSC’s website could not be reached from our tools, so Phase 2 basic pay ranges are taken from TSC Circular No. 12/2026 as reproduced by education sites, and allowances are from TSC Circular No. 7/2025 (Phase 1). TSC said Phase 2 continues all applicable allowances. Confirm on your T-Pay payslip.
TSC basic salary by grade, 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027
| Grade (T-Scale) | Example titles | Minimum (KES) | Maximum (KES) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B5 (5) | Primary Teacher II | 26,225 | 33,444 |
| C1 (6) | Primary Teacher I, Secondary Teacher III | 32,423 | 41,072 |
| C2 (7) | Secondary Teacher II, Senior Teacher II | 41,100 | 50,287 |
| C3 (8) | Secondary Teacher I, Senior Teacher I | 48,754 | 62,659 |
| C4 (9) | Senior Master IV, Deputy Head Teacher II | 57,667 | 72,988 |
| C5 (10) | Head Teacher, Senior Master III | 68,948 | 82,160 |
| D1 (11) | Senior Head Teacher, Deputy Principal III | 80,500 | 97,827 |
| D2 (12) | Deputy Principal II, Senior Master I | 93,883 | 114,322 |
| D3 (13) | Principal, Deputy Principal I | 107,634 | 131,405 |
| D4 (14) | Senior Principal | 120,016 | 148,480 |
| D5 (15) | Chief Principal | 133,351 | 164,977 |
Your exact basic pay depends on your salary point within the grade; enter it from your payslip for an accurate result.
Allowances used
House allowance depends on grade and cluster: Cluster 1 is Nairobi City; Cluster 2 is Mombasa, Kisumu and Nakuru cities and Nyeri, Eldoret, Thika, Kisii, Malindi, Kakamega and Kitale municipalities; Cluster 3 is all other areas. Commuter allowance ranges from KES 4,000 (B5, C1) to KES 16,000 (D5). Hardship allowance (KES 6,600 to KES 38,100) applies only in gazetted hardship areas.
Deductions
The calculator applies PAYE, SHIF (2.75%), Affordable Housing Levy (1.5%) and NSSF using the rules on our PAYE calculator. It does not include pension contributions, union dues, SACCO or loan deductions, or insurance, which vary by teacher.
Frequently asked questions
What is the lowest TSC teacher salary in 2026?
KES 26,225 basic a month for a B5 Primary Teacher II at point 1, from 1 July 2026, per TSC Circular 12/2026.
How long does Phase 2 run?
From 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027. The CBA has four phases running to 30 June 2029.
Which house allowance cluster am I in?
Cluster 1 is Nairobi; Cluster 2 covers Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Nyeri, Eldoret, Thika, Kisii, Malindi, Kakamega and Kitale; Cluster 3 is everywhere else.
Is this my exact net pay?
No. It is indicative and excludes pension, union dues and loans. Your T-Pay payslip is the authority.
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Sources
- Secondary: TSC Circular 12/2026 (Phase 2) salary tables as reproduced by Education News Hub (checked 13 October 2026)
- Secondary: TeachersKE – TSC pay scale 2026 (Circular 12/2026) (checked 13 October 2026)
- TSC – Implementation Circular, Phase 1 of the 2025–2029 CBA (Circular 7/2025) (checked 13 October 2026)
- KRA – Pay As You Earn (PAYE) (checked 13 October 2026)
