The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the timetable for the November 2026 Teachers’ Promotion Examinations, scheduled to take place from November 2 to November 4, 2026.
The exercise will involve teachers seeking promotion across six rank categories, with the service providing details on examination dates, question formats, syllabus requirements, identification documents, and designated centers nationwide.
According to the timetable, all examinations will be held from 9:00 am to 11:00 am over the three-day period.
Director I and Director II candidates are scheduled to write on Monday, November 2, while Principal Superintendent and Assistant Director II candidates will sit the examination on Tuesday, November 3.
Assistant Director I and Deputy Director candidates are expected to take their examinations on Wednesday, November 4.
The GES has urged candidates to familiarize themselves with the arrangements and ensure they meet all requirements before their respective examination dates.
GES Teachers’ Promotion Exams Timetable for November 2026
The examination schedule has been organized according to candidates’ professional ranks.
| Date | Time | Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, November 2, 2026 | 9:00 am–11:00 am | Director I (DI) and Director II (DII) |
| Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | 9:00 am–11:00 am | Principal Superintendent (PS) and Assistant Director II (ADII) |
| Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 9:00 am–11:00 am | Assistant Director I (ADI) and Deputy Director (DD) |
Teachers are advised to confirm their assigned dates and examination venues early to avoid confusion on the day of the exercise.
SMS Notifications and Identification Requirements
The GES has indicated that candidates will receive text messages containing their Staff IDs, index numbers, and designated examination centres ahead of the examinations.
Candidates are expected to monitor the contact numbers registered with the Service and retain the information provided in their notifications.
The Service has also directed candidates to write their Staff IDs and index numbers on their question papers during the examination.
Additionally, every candidate must present a valid national identification card bearing their name and photograph at the examination centre.
Teachers who do not receive their notifications or identify discrepancies in their details are encouraged to seek clarification through the appropriate GES offices before the examination dates.
Where Candidates Can Verify Their Details
Candidates can check their names and index numbers at the following locations:
- GES headquarters;
- Regional Education Offices;
- Municipal, Metropolitan, and District Education Offices; and
- Designated examination centres.
The Service has further advised candidates to channel other concerns through their respective municipal, metropolitan, or district education offices and regional education offices for onward submission to the GES headquarters.
Eight Areas Covered by the Examination Syllabus
The November 2026 promotion examinations will assess candidates’ knowledge across eight major subject areas.
These include:
- Knowledge of the Ministry of Education and GES: Understanding the roles and responsibilities of the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Education Service.
- School and classroom management: Principles and practices for managing classrooms and educational institutions effectively.
- Theories of teaching and learning: Major theories and concepts explaining how students learn and how teaching supports learning.
- Curriculum development: Principles relating to curriculum planning, development and implementation.
- Assessment and evaluation: Methods of assessing learners and evaluating educational outcomes.
- Office practices: Administrative procedures and professional practices relevant to educational offices.
- Contemporary national and international issues: Significant current developments and their relevance to education and society.
- Educational administration and management: Leadership, supervision and management practices within the education sector.
Candidates are encouraged to study all eight areas and organize their revision around the official syllabus rather than concentrating on only a few topics.
Question Formats for the Different Ranks
The GES has specified different examination formats depending on the rank for which a candidate is seeking promotion.
Principal Superintendent, Assistant Director II and Assistant Director I
Candidates in these categories will answer 75 multiple-choice or true/false questions.
Deputy Director
The examination will consist of 60 multiple-choice or true/false questions, alongside 15 fill-in questions.
Director I and Director II
Candidates will answer 40 multiple-choice questions and 60 short-answer or fill-in-the-blank questions.
The differences in question formats mean that candidates should tailor their preparation to the requirements of their respective ranks, paying attention to both the subject matter and the types of questions they will encounter.
Examination Centres Across the Country
The GES has designated colleges of education, universities and selected senior high schools as examination centers across the country.
The locations listed in the supplied notice cover the Ahafo, Ashanti, Bono, Bono East, Central, Eastern, Greater Accra, Northern, North East, Savannah, Upper East, Upper West, Oti, Volta, Western and Western North areas.
Some of the institutions identified include St Joseph’s College of Education in Bechem, Wesley College of Education in Kumasi, Sunyani Technical University, the University of Cape Coast, Accra College of Education, the University for Development Studies in Tamale and Ho Technical University.
Other listed venues include colleges of education in Agogo, Agona-Mampong, Akrokerri, Offinso, Berekum, Dormaa, Atebubu, Abetifi, Kibi, Somanya, Akropong, Aburi, Pusiga, Navrongo, Dambai, Jasikan, Hohoe, Takoradi, Tarkwa, Wiawso and Enchi.
The notice assigns different ranks to individual centers. Candidates must therefore confirm their specific venues through their SMS notifications or the appropriate GES offices rather than assume that every center will accommodate all ranks.
Special Arrangements for Candidates With Special Needs
The service has identified three examination centers for candidates requiring special arrangements, particularly visually challenged teachers.
The designated institutions are Wesley College of Education in Kumasi, Presbyterian College of Education in Akropong and NJA College of Education in Wa.
Candidates who require special assistance have been advised to contact the relevant authorities and make the necessary arrangements before their examination dates.
What Candidates Should Do Before the Exams
With the first examination scheduled for November 2, candidates should use the remaining preparation period to complete their revision and confirm their examination arrangements.
Teachers should ensure that they:
- Confirm the examination date corresponding to their rank.
- Monitor their registered phone numbers for SMS notifications.
- Verify their staff IDs, index numbers, and examination centers.
- Prepare a national identification card bearing their name and photograph.
- Revise all eight areas outlined in the syllabus.
- Practice the question format applicable to their rank.
- Arrange any required special assistance in advance.
- Report discrepancies or administrative concerns to the appropriate GES offices.
The November 2026 Teachers’ Promotion Examinations are an important step for teachers seeking career advancement within the Ghana Education Service. Candidates are encouraged to follow the official instructions closely and prepare comprehensively for their respective examinations