The Ghana Education Service (GES) has released detailed recruitment guidelines outlining the qualifications, eligibility criteria, supporting documents and application procedures for individuals seeking teaching and non-teaching employment in public schools across the country.
The guidelines, published on the GES-GEDP recruitment portal, provide information for university graduates, College of Education graduates and diploma holders interested in securing teaching appointments. They also cover the requirements for applicants seeking non-teaching positions within the Service.
The development comes ahead of the anticipated reopening of the GES teacher recruitment portal in November 2026, following an earlier announcement by the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, about plans to create additional employment opportunities for teachers.
According to the published requirements, university graduates seeking teaching appointments must hold a recognised degree in education, have completed their academic programme and teaching practice, undertaken National Service and passed the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE).
Similarly, graduates from Colleges of Education must possess a Bachelor of Education degree from an accredited institution, hold a valid teaching licence issued by the National Teaching Council (NTC) and have completed their National Service.
Applicants with diploma qualifications are required to present a diploma in basic education or another recognised education-related diploma. They must also have successfully completed teaching practice, passed the teacher licensure examination and fulfilled their National Service obligations.
Documents Required for GES Teacher Recruitment
The recruitment guidelines also identify the essential documents prospective teachers must provide when completing their online applications.
Applicants across the various teaching categories are expected to have the following documents:
- Academic certificate.
- National Teaching Council (NTC) teacher licensure certificate.
- National Service certificate.
- Ghana Card.
- Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) number.
- Passport-size photograph.
- Birth certificate.
Prospective applicants are advised to ensure that all personal and academic details entered into the online application form are correct. They must also upload the relevant supporting documents as part of the submission process.
GES Recruitment Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide
The GES-GEDP portal outlines a four-stage process through which interested applicants can submit their applications and proceed through the recruitment exercise.
Stage One: Visit the GES Recruitment Portal
Applicants must first access the official GES-GEDP recruitment platform and choose the application category that corresponds with their academic qualifications.
The available teaching categories include:
- Graduates (University).
- Graduates (College of Education).
- Diploma Applicants.
Selecting the appropriate category is important to ensure that applicants follow the correct requirements for their respective qualifications.
Stage Two: Complete the Online Application Form
After selecting their preferred category, applicants must complete the online application form by providing their personal information, academic qualifications, teacher licensure details and National Service records.
The required supporting documents must also be uploaded to the platform.
Before submitting the application, candidates are encouraged to carefully review all the information provided to avoid mistakes. Once the process is completed, applicants should submit the form and print their confirmation slips for future reference.
Stage Three: Application Screening and Validation
GES will assess applications submitted through the portal to establish whether candidates satisfy the stipulated recruitment requirements.
Applicants who meet the necessary criteria will proceed through the recruitment process, while information regarding the outcome of applications will be made available through the recruitment platform.
Stage Four: Appointment and School Posting
Candidates who successfully complete the recruitment process will be issued official appointment letters and posted to schools according to their subject specialisations, regional or district preferences, available vacancies and the staffing requirements of the Ghana Education Service.
Successful applicants will subsequently be expected to report to their respective district education offices to complete the required documentation.
They must also present their original academic and professional certificates for verification before officially reporting to their assigned schools.
GES Non-Teaching Recruitment: Available Categories and Qualifications
Apart from teaching appointments, the recruitment portal has also provided information for individuals interested in non-teaching employment opportunities within the Ghana Education Service.
The positions identified in the guidelines include matrons, accountants, cooks, drivers and security personnel.
The academic and professional qualifications required will depend on the specific position being advertised. Depending on the role, applicants may need a bachelor’s degree, a Higher National Diploma (HND), a WASSCE, SSCE, NVTI qualification or another relevant technical certificate.
Candidates applying for graduate-level non-teaching positions must also have completed their National Service and possess the appropriate certificate.
How to Check GES Recruitment Application Results
The recruitment platform has outlined a procedure applicants can follow to access their application results once they become available.
To check their recruitment status, applicants are expected to:
- Visit the GES recruitment results portal.
- Log in using their Ghana Card number and Application ID.
- Select the “Buy Voucher” option.
- Provide the required information.
- Make the necessary payment.
- Enter the voucher code received after payment.
- Click on “Login” to view their application results.
Applicants who encounter difficulties while accessing their results can use the WhatsApp support option provided on the recruitment platform to seek assistance.
Important Notice to Prospective GES Applicants
Although the Ghana Education Service has published recruitment guidelines outlining the requirements and application procedures for prospective teachers and non-teaching staff, the recruitment portal has not yet officially opened for applications.
Interested individuals are therefore encouraged to familiarise themselves with the eligibility criteria and gather the necessary documents ahead of the expected November 2026 reopening.
The official recruitment platform can be accessed through the link below:
GES Recruitment Portal: https://gesrecruitment.gedp.tech/
Prospective applicants are also cautioned against dealing with middlemen or individuals who demand money in exchange for recruitment opportunities or school postings.
All recruitment-related information and updates should be obtained through authorized Ghana Education Service communication channels to avoid falling victim to recruitment scams.