2026 WASSCE Practical Fees Paid for All Candidates

The Government of Ghana has paid the 2026 WASSCE practical examination fees for all candidates participating in the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

The Ghana Education Service (GES), which disbursed the funds on behalf of the government, confirmed the payment in a press release. The statement, signed by Mr Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations for GES, disclosed that this initiative aims to relieve all final-year students in public Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) across the country from this extra cost, allowing them to focus entirely on their examinations.

According to the GES, the released funds will cover the practical components for all candidates undertaking subjects with a practical assessment in the 2026 WASSCE.

The statement emphasised that the payment of the practical fees is a key part of the government’s efforts to remove financial barriers that could hinder students’ participation in their examinations. This move is expected to significantly ease the financial burden on parents and guardians.

“GES seeks to facilitate a smooth and well-coordinated examination process that enables students to focus on their academic work,” the statement noted.

Ensuring Accountability and Smooth Implementation

To ensure the funds are used appropriately, management and leadership at the senior secondary level have been tasked with judiciously applying the resources. The Service stressed that it will closely monitor the utilisation process to ensure full compliance and maintain high standards throughout the examination period.

“The Ghana Education Service appreciates the cooperation of all stakeholders in advancing quality education and remains dedicated to creating an enabling environment for the success of all students,” the statement added.

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RELEASE OF FUNDS FOR THE PAYMENT OF 2026 WASSCE PRACTICALS

1. The management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) announces that funds have been released to all Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) across the country to cover the fees for the 2026 WASSCE practicals.

   

2. This payment ensures that all practical examinations scheduled for the 2026 WASSCE are fully supported, including the provision of the required materials and other essential resources.

3. With the release of the funds, GES seeks to facilitate a smooth and well-coordinated examination process that enables students to focus on their academic work while relieving parents and guardians of any such financial burden.

4. Regional, district, and school authorities are, therefore, strongly urged to ensure the due application of the funds for their intended purpose to guarantee efficiency and accountability.

5. Management will continue to monitor the utilisation processes to ensure compliance and to maintain high standards in the administration of the examination.

6. The Ghana Education Service appreciates the cooperation of all stakeholders in advancing quality education and remains dedicated to creating an enabling environment for the success of all students.

SIGNED

DANIEL FENYI HEAD OF PUBLIC RELATIONS, GES