If your names differ between your certificates and ID, you must bring an affidavit explaining the difference to TSC document verification. If you re-sat KCSE or KCPE, bring certified copies for every attempt. These rules apply in the 2026/2027 recruitment under Circular No. 20/2026 (primary, 21 October 2026) and Circular No. 15/2026 (post-primary, 13 August 2026).
Names that differ between documents
Applicants whose academic and professional certificates and ID card show different names must present an affidavit sworn under the Oaths and Statutory Declarations Act, Cap 15 of the Laws of Kenya. It must explain the variance. Bring it with your original documents and clear photocopies. TSC also lists the affidavit among the documents submitted for successful applicants.
If you re-sat KCPE or KCSE
Applicants who re-sat either examination, or their equivalent, must present certified copies of the certificates for all attempts. The Sub-County Director must certify the copies.
If an examination was cancelled
Applicants must present:
- a letter from the Head of Institution, and
- a certified copy of the KNEC printout from the school confirming the cancellation.
If you do not have an original certificate
The primary circular says that applicants without original PTE, DPTE, DPTE (Upgrade), KCSE or KCPE certificates must provide an original statement of confirmation of results from KNEC. Both circulars also list a KNEC letter of certification of results, where applicable. Contact KNEC for how to obtain either document, since the circulars do not describe KNEC’s process or fees.
Documents that will not be accepted
- Provisional transcripts. The post-primary circular states they will not be accepted. Bring official transcripts.
- Forged or fake documents. Presenting them is an offence. The applicant is disqualified and deregistered.
- Misleading information. Any application or offer of employment based on it is cancelled immediately, without further reference to the candidate.
What else to bring
- National identity card
- Certificate of registration as a teacher
- Professional qualification, with official transcripts for diploma or degree holders
- KCSE and KCPE certificates or equivalent
- Primary and secondary school leaving certificates and other relevant testimonials, covering the period of schooling at each level
- NCPWD card, where applicable
How verification works
All applicants are invited to the verification exercise at Sub-County level. TSC informs applicants of the venue, date and time by SMS at least seven days before. Applicants appear in person before the panel. The panel scrutinises original certificates to verify their authenticity, and the Sub-County Director certifies the photocopies. Persons with disabilities should declare their disability status and its nature.
If you are dissatisfied with the exercise, see our article on TSC recruitment complaints and appeals.