Confused by the acronyms on your TSC payslip? This article clarifies terms like SWAs (Social Welfare Associations) and explains other common abbreviations such as Ins-P (Insurance Provider) and Sac-L (SACCO Loan). It also highlights recent updates to the TSC payslip portal for easier access and management of deductions. With a step-by-step guide, you can learn how to reject unwanted third-party deductions, helping you take control of your finances.
Confused about your TSC Payslip’s cryptic acronyms?
Wondering what SWAs, Sac-L, or Ins-P mean?
Let’s demystify these abbreviations for you.
In this article we cover;
- Meaning of SWAs in TSC Payslip
- FAQs on TSC Payslips Acronyms
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) recently upgraded their payslip portal, making it easier for you to access your payslip online.
You’ll still log in with your TSC number and password.
Forgot your password? No worries. You can swiftly reset it.
One question we’ve seen bouncing around is, “What does SWAs stand for?” It’s an abbreviation for Social Welfare Associations. They form part of the third-party deductions on your payslip which might include contributions to Burial and Benevolent Funds (BBFs), SACCOs, and Teachers’ Unions.
To have deductions made to these entities, you must authorize them online.
Other acronyms you may encounter include:
- Provident Fund: The sum you contribute to the new Superannuation pension scheme.
- Ins-P: Stands for Insurance Provider. This applies to teachers registered with private insurance companies who remit funds via the TSC system.
- Sac-L: Short for SACCO Loan. It shows the salary portion allocated to repay a SACCO loan.
- Com-L: Commercial Loan. The amount of salary assigned to repay a commercial bank loan.
- Sac-S: This is the portion of your monthly salary saved in your SACCO.
Your payslip will also indicate your terms of service – whether you’re a Permanent and Pensionable teacher (P&P) or on Probation (Prob).
Here are a few more short forms you might encounter:
- PAYE Auto: Your monthly Pay As You Earn (PAYE) deductions.
- MPR: Monthly Personal Relief (MPR) amount.
- NHIF Contribution: Statutory deductions towards the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF), applicable to all government employees.
- PF Num: Your Personal File Number, which is your TSC Number.
- RoD: The date you’re expected to reach the mandatory retirement age.
- ID Num: Your National Identity Card Number.
- Tax PIN: Your KRA PIN.
With the ongoing pandemic, the TSC has added a new feature to its online system. This feature allows you to leave or invalidate third-party deductions like KEWOTA, KUPPET, KNUT, and others.
To halt unwanted deductions from your payslip, follow these steps:
- Visit the TSC online payslip system at https://tpay.tsc.go.ke/
- Log in with your TSC Number and Password.
- Click on the “3rd Party Self-Service Module”. The ‘Running Transaction Details’ window will pop up.
- Check the box next to the unwanted transaction(s) under the ‘Status’ column, then click the “Reject Transaction(s)” button.
- To verify if the cancellation was successful, check the transaction status by clicking the “My Transactions” link on the Payslip homepage.
Stay informed and take control of your finances with this handy guide to your TSC payslip.
FAQs About TSC Payslip Abbreviations
Q: What does SWAs stand for on my TSC payslip?
A: SWAs stands for Social Welfare Associations.
These are third-party deductions on your payslip, which might include contributions to Burial and Benevolent Funds (BBFs), SACCOs, and Teachers’ Unions.
To authorize deductions to these entities, you must do so online.
Q: What does Ins-P mean on my TSC payslip?
A: Ins-P stands for Insurance Provider.
This applies to teachers registered with private insurance companies who remit funds via the TSC system.
Q: What does Sac-L stand for on my TSC payslip?
A: Sac-L is short for SACCO Loan. It shows the salary portion allocated to repay a SACCO loan.
Q: What does Com-L mean on my TSC payslip?
A: Com-L stands for Commercial Loan.
It indicates the amount of salary assigned to repay a commercial bank loan.
Q: What does Sac-S indicate on my TSC payslip?
A: Sac-S is the portion of your monthly salary saved in your SACCO.
Q: How can I stop unwanted deductions from my TSC payslip?
A: To halt unwanted deductions from your TSC payslip, follow these steps:
- Visit the TSC online payslip system at https://tpay.tsc.go.ke/.
- Log in with your TSC Number and Password.
- Click on the “3rd Party Self-Service Module”. The ‘Running Transaction Details’ window will pop up.
- Check the box next to the unwanted transaction(s) under the ‘Status’ column, then click the “Reject Transaction(s)” button.
- To verify if the cancellation was successful, check the transaction status by clicking the “My Transactions” link on the Payslip homepage.
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Mr. Weldon Kosgei, a dedicated educator with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in Kenya, brings years of experience and a deep love for education to his role at TSCNewsToday.co.ke. He provides insightful and timely updates on TSC policies, educational trends, and best practices, making his articles valuable resources for educators and administrators. Mr. Kosgei’s commitment to enhancing education shines through in his writing, connecting and inspiring the teaching community across Kenya.
