GES sets timeline for teacher recruitment, shortlist due by July 20
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced key milestones in its ongoing teacher recruitment exercise, with shortlisted candidates expected to be named by July 20.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced key milestones in its ongoing teacher recruitment exercise, with shortlisted candidates expected to be named by July 20.
In a statement issued on June 23 and signed by the Deputy Director-General for Management Services, Prof. Smile Dzisi, the Service said it was currently reviewing applications submitted by prospective teachers.
According to GES, the assessment process is aimed at ensuring that all applicants meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the recruitment advertisement.
The review is expected to be completed by 30 June.
Following the evaluation process, successful applicants will be shortlisted and notified before the onboarding phase begins at the regional and district levels.
GES said the onboarding exercise will run from 20 July to 31 August 2026, after which newly recruited teachers will officially take up their appointments.
Successful candidates are expected to assume duty on August 31.
"Management of the Ghana Education Service expresses its appreciation to all applicants for their interest in serving the nation through the Service," the statement said.
The Service also thanked applicants for their patience during the recruitment process and encouraged them to continue monitoring official GES communication channels for updates.
The announcement provides a clearer timetable for thousands of applicants awaiting the outcome of the nationwide recruitment exercise.
Key recruitment dates
June 2026: Review of applications completed
July 20- 2026: Announcement of shortlisted candidates
July 20 – 31 August 2026: Regional and district-level onboarding
August 31- 2026: Successful applicants assume duty