The Ghana Education Service (GES) has cautioned the public against a fake notice circulating on social media claiming that the 2026 BECE School Selection Exercise is set to commence on 15th June 2026.
In an official response, GES shared the viral document with a bold “FAKE” inscription across it, indicating that the purported announcement did not originate from the Service and should be disregarded.
Fake Notice Misled Candidates and Parents
The fraudulent document, which was designed to resemble an official GES press release, claimed that:
- The 2026 BECE School Selection Exercise would begin on 15th June 2026.
- Candidates were required to select five schools.
- No deadline had been set for school selection.
- School choices could be submitted through an online portal and WhatsApp support channel.
- Placement would be based on examination performance, school choices, and available vacancies.
However, GES has made it clear that the document is not authentic.
No Official School Selection Announcement Yet
As of now, the Ghana Education Service has not announced the commencement of the 2026 BECE School Selection Exercise. Candidates, parents, guardians, and school authorities are therefore advised to ignore the viral notice and wait for official communication from GES.
Stakeholders should rely only on information published through recognised GES communication channels and credible media platforms.
GES Urges Public to Verify Information
The circulation of fake educational notices has become increasingly common, prompting GES to repeatedly caution the public against acting on unverified information. The Service encourages candidates and parents to verify any announcement before sharing or relying on it.
What Candidates Should Do
Until an official announcement is made:
- Do not submit information through unofficial links or contacts.
- Ignore WhatsApp numbers or portals referenced in the fake notice.
- Follow updates from GES official platforms.
- Consult school authorities for verified information regarding the 2026 placement process.
Key Takeaways
- The viral “2026 BECE School Selection Exercise” notice is fake.
- GES has not announced the start of the 2026 school selection process.
- Candidates and parents should disregard the circulating document.
- Await official communication from GES regarding school selection and placement procedures.
The Ghana Education Service has assured the public that any genuine information concerning the 2026 BECE placement process will be communicated through its official channels when the time is appropriate.
Published By: Justice Donkoh | GESHub.org
