The Teaching Service Commission (TSC) has recently announced the immediate restoration of 8, 000 teachers whose salaries were affected by an auto suspension on Pay 10 which occurred on Wednesday, May 13th, 2026.

Acting Chairman Maini Mike Ugaia, emphasized that urgent action is required from provincial authorities to ensure a smooth resumption of payments.

The auto suspension was initially set for Pay 7 but was postponed after preliminary data indicated that 29,000 teachers nationwide would be impacted.

TSC management intervened to reduce disruption, ultimately narrowing the number of affected teachers to 8, 000.

Provincial TSC Advisors and Provincial Education Advisors have been directed to collect Resumption of Duty Summary Sheets from affected teachers and forward them to TSC Headquarters without delay.

Teachers in provinces severely impacted by Cyclone Maila are exempted, with salaries maintained to support ongoing recovery efforts.

According to TSC’s media statement, the Commission also called on provincial officers to submit verified lists of schools physically affected by the cyclone to ensure eligible teachers continue receiving uninterrupted pay.

“The Commission reiterates its commitment to teacher welfare and urges swift compliance from all provincial authorities to minimize further financial distress for teachers.”

The Teaching Service Commission is the statutory authority and employer of all teachers in Papua New Guinea, dedicated to maintaining professional standards and the welfare of the teaching service.