The GES has opened for all categories of applicants, including the College of Education applicants. The application requirements for CoE students and the requirements differ from those of the other applicants. To help CoE applicants appreciate the demands of the job, application requirements, and procedures, we have detailed every essential piece of information in this article.
Per the press release by the GES, the application window started on the 10th and will close on the 17th, 2026.
Before applying, applicants are to use the new feature “Explore Deprived Districts” to see the various districts in each region where their services will be needed. This will inform educators to investigate online, for instance, to know at first hand the kind of environment they will be working in if they choose such localities and they are posted there.
Select a region to view the priority deprived districts list. Test it here
Graduates (College of Education) Applicants Requirements
This recruitment process is also specifically for trained teachers who have graduated from accredited Colleges of Education in Ghana and are seeking employment in public basic schools.
The Ghana Education Service recruits newly trained qualified teachers from Colleges of Education into public basic schools (Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High School) based on availability of vacancies in districts.
In all there are four phases:
Phase 01
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for recruitment, a College of Education graduate must meet the following conditions:
Academic Qualification
- Must have completed a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from an accredited College of Education.
- Must have successfully completed all academic and teaching practice requirements.
Teacher Licensure
- Must have passed the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination conducted by the National Teaching Council (NTC).
- Have a valid NTC teacher licensure certificate
National Service
- Must have completed National Service.
- Must possess a National Service Certificate.
Required Documents
Applicants must have:
- Academic certificate
- Licensure certificate
- National Service certificate
- Ghana Card
- SSNIT number
- Passport-size photograph
Phase 02
Online Application Process
Applications are submitted online through the official GES-GEDP recruitment portal.
Step 1: Access GEDP Recruitment Portal
- Use the link provided.
- Navigate to Graduate (college of education) applicant tab.
- Click on Apply Now.
Step 2: Fill Out the Application Form
Provide accurate information including:
- Personal details
- Academic qualifications
- NTC licensure certificate
- National Service details
Step 3: Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of:
- Academic Certificates
- NTC licensure certificate
- National Service certificate
- Ghana Card
- Birth Certificate
- Passport-size photograph
Step 4: Submit and Print Confirmation
- Review all details carefully.
- Submit the form.
- Print the confirmation slip for reference.
Phase 03
Shortlisting and Validation
After successfully submitting your application, the evaluation process begins:
- GES screens applications to ensure all requirements are met.
- GES will release official result via GES-GEDP recruitment portal
Phase 04
Posting and Appointment
Successful applicants:
- Receive official appointment letters.
- Are posted to schools based on:
- Subject specialization
- Regional / District preference
- Vacancy availability
- Readiness to serve where your services are needed.
Applicants must report to the assigned district office to complete documentation before assuming duty.
Original documents must be presented for verification.
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