TSC Retirements and Service Exits – 10 Recognized Categories
Voluntary Retirement
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Eligibility: At least 50 years of age and 10 years of continuous service (P&P terms).
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Notice: Three months’ written notice through the head of institution.
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Benefits: Lump sum and monthly pension processed via the Treasury.
Retirement on Medical Grounds
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Trigger: Medical incapacity or upon application with valid medical documents.
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Procedure:
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Medical Board convened by Director of Medical Services (DMS).
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Recommendations forwarded to TSC.
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If approved, teacher is retired on medical grounds.
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Benefits: Pension and lump sum benefits applicable.
Retirement in Public Interest
Applied when a teacher’s continued service is not in the public or institutional interest.
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Benefits: Full retirement benefits applicable.
Resignation
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Terms: Available for P&P teachers with 3 months’ notice or one month’s salary in lieu.
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Benefits: No pension.
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Male teachers may claim WCPS (Widows and Children Pension Scheme) refund.
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Resignation on Marriage Grounds (For Married Women)
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Eligibility: 5 years of service on P&P terms.
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Benefit: Marriage Gratuity – 1/12 of monthly pensionable pay × total months served (max 1-year pensionable emoluments).
Termination of Service
Can occur under:
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Temporary/probationary terms: 1-month notice or salary in lieu.
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P&P terms: 3-month notice or salary in lieu.
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Benefits:
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NSSF administered as per NSSF Act for temporary staff.
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WCPS refund for eligible male teachers.
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Death Gratuity
Paid to dependants if the teacher dies in service (confirmed on P&P terms).
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Requirements:
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Original death certificate.
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Letter from chief confirming next of kin.
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Clearance of any overpayment.
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Dependants under 18 years get pension for 5 years
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Killed While on Duty
Applicable when death occurs in line of duty without teacher's own fault.
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Benefits: Pension payable to spouse or dependants.
Release to Other Organizations
Applicable when a teacher is absorbed into:
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Public institutions
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Teacher unions
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Parastatals
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Educational NGOs
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Conditions:
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Submit appointment letter, acceptance letter, and clearance certificate.
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Benefits suspended until retirement from new institution.
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Transfer of Service
Applies when a teacher joins another government ministry/agency.
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Procedure:
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Apply with appointment letter, acceptance letter, and clearance.
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TSC forwards service records to new ministry for benefit continuity.
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Bonus: Compulsory Retirement
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Age Limit: 60 years.
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Notice: Issued 2 years prior (or earlier in special cases).
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Requirements:
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Submit required documents.
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Provide bank details.
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Confirm tax status with KRA.
Decide on pension commutation (up to 25%).
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