​PNG TSC Rejects Claims of Early Teachers’ Salary Increase

​PNG TSC Rejects Claims of Early Teachers’ Salary Increase

The Teaching Service Commission has rejected claims that a salary increase for PNG teachers has been settled, warning educators to wait for an official announcement before drawing conclusions about their pay.

TSC acting chairman Maini Mike Ugaia said negotiations on teachers’ 2026–2028 log of claims were still part of the formal administrative process and had not resulted in an approved salary adjustment.

Mr Ugaia said the matter had been raised with the Department of Personnel Management, but approval from DPM was still required before any changes could be implemented.

He criticised recent public comments by the Papua New Guinea Teachers Association president, saying they were made before the process had been finalised.

“The statement circulated in the media is untrue and misleading.

“The PNGTA President is advised to withdraw these unauthorized claims immediately. Negotiations are a formal administrative process, and creating false expectations among our hard-working teachers disrupts the stability of our education sector,” he said.

According to the acting chairman, negotiations between the TSC and PNGTA must follow the established administrative procedures.

He said teachers should not depend on reports or announcements that have not been issued through official TSC channels.

Mr Ugaia said the commission remained the legal employer and the body responsible for teachers’ salaries, welfare and employment conditions.

He urged teachers to seek clarification from TSC headquarters or wait for authorised announcements from the commission.

The acting chairman also acknowledged the work of almost 70,000 teachers across the country during the academic year.

He encouraged them to maintain their commitment to students as schools enter the final term.

“The Commission extends its appreciation to our nearly 70,000 teachers nationwide for their unwavering commitment and dedication to our students throughout this academic year.

“As we enter the final term of the school calendar, we wish you all the very best and continued success in your classrooms,” Mr Ugaia said.

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