The Ghana Education Service (GES) is set to embark on one of the largest recruitment exercises in its history as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s education sector. According to the Minister of Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, the government has made provision for the recruitment of 50,000 graduate teachers and 10,000 non-teaching staff in the 2025 calendar year. This announcement brings renewed hope to thousands of graduates eager to serve in the education sector.
The recruitment exercise, expected to commence after final clearance processes are completed, is part of the government’s broader commitment to improving learning outcomes across the country by ensuring that schools are adequately staffed with both teaching and non-teaching personnel.
GES Recruitment Requirements for Graduate Teachers
Aspiring graduate teachers who wish to take advantage of this opportunity must ensure they meet the following requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Applicants must have successfully completed a recognized degree program in education. Graduates with outstanding examinations or referrals will not be considered for this recruitment.
- National Service: Completion of the mandatory one-year National Service is a strict requirement for all applicants.
- Teacher Licensure: Candidates must have passed the National Teacher Licensure Examination (NTLE), which qualifies them to practice as professional teachers in Ghana.
- Willingness to Accept Posting: Successful applicants should be ready to accept postings to any part of the country, as deployments will be made based on the specific needs of schools across Ghana.
GES Recruitment Requirements for Non-Teaching Staff
The recruitment also covers non-teaching positions to support the efficient running of educational institutions. Interested candidates for these roles must:
- Possess relevant educational qualifications or technical training related to the role they are applying for.
- Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in administrative, technical, or support capacities.
- Be willing to work in any region or district assigned by the Ghana Education Service.
Application Process
When the recruitment portal officially opens, interested applicants will be required to submit their applications online through the GES recruitment portal: gespromotions.gov.gh.
Applicants are strongly advised to:
- Regularly monitor the GES website and other official government communication platforms for updates.
- Ensure that they have all necessary documents, including certificates, National Service certificates, and licensure examination results, ready for submission.
- Follow all application instructions carefully to avoid disqualification.
Conclusion
The upcoming GES Graduate Teacher and Non-Teaching Staff Recruitment for 2025/2026 represents a significant opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute to national development by strengthening Ghana’s education system. With 50,000 teaching positions and 10,000 non-teaching positions up for grabs, this exercise is expected to reduce unemployment among graduates while ensuring that schools across the country have the human resources needed to function effectively.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to remain alert and well-prepared as they await the official opening of the recruitment portal. Those who meet the requirements and are passionate about education should seize this opportunity to be part of Ghana’s educational transformation.
Stay tuned to verified GES platforms for the latest updates and instructions regarding the recruitment process.
Published By: Justice Donkoh | GESHub.org














Humbly will the GES recruit teachers this year?
Please I am a graduate teacher since 2017 and had my national service done but never been posted
I have teaching experience for about 12years before and after my graduation in mathematics and can help with science as well
I will plead if I can get employment as soon as possible
Thanks 🙏🏽
If recruitment for newly teachers start, please let me know.
Good update
When is the recruitment starting? I mean 2026