The Ministry of the Interior, through the Centralized Services e-Recruitment Portal (C-SERP), has officially announced details of the 2025/26 Aptitude and Trade Tests for applicants seeking enlistment into Ghana’s security services.
The recruitment exercise covers the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana Immigration Service, and the Ghana National Fire Service, and forms a critical stage in the ongoing nationwide recruitment process.
Aptitude Test to Be Conducted Online
According to the official notice, the 2025/26 Centralized Recruitment Aptitude Test will be conducted online. Applicants are advised to prepare adequately and are strongly encouraged to take the examination on a computer system equipped with a webcam and microphone, which are mandatory for participation.
The test will be administered in batches based on applicants’ educational qualifications.
Applicant Categories and Order of Testing
Applicants will be tested in the following category order:
- Category A: NVTI, JHS, Sportsmen/Women, Certificate holders
- Category B: HND, Degree, and Master’s degree holders
- Category C: WASSCE applicants
Number of Questions and Pass Mark
The notice further states that:
- Category A applicants will answer 30 questions
- Category B and C applicants will answer 60 questions
The official pass mark for the aptitude test has been set at 65 percent. In addition, Category A applicants will be required to undertake a trade test based on their selected trade vacancies as part of the recruitment process.
Official Aptitude Test Dates Announced
The aptitude test will be conducted over a two-week period, starting from:
- Tuesday, 10th February to Sunday, 22nd February 2026
Category-Specific Test Schedule
- NVTI/JHS/Sportsmen/Other Certificates:
Tuesday, 10th – Friday, 13th February 2026 - HND/Degree/Masters:
Saturday, 14th – Tuesday, 17th February 2026 - WASSCE Applicants:
Wednesday, 18th – Sunday, 22nd February 2026
Applicants are advised to visit their individual e-recruitment portals within their assigned periods to access the test link.
Test Access and Notifications
The test link will be made available exclusively through the applicant’s portal on the specified dates. Qualified applicants will also receive SMS notifications to confirm the availability of the test during their category window.
Applicants who applied to multiple services will be required to take the aptitude test only once, except where applications were submitted under different educational categories across different services or agencies.
Enrollment, Verification and AI Proctoring
Upon clicking the “Start Test” button, applicants will undergo an enrollment process that includes:
- Webcam calibration and liveness detection
- Identity verification
- Internet strength and environmental noise checks
The examination will be conducted under enhanced AI proctoring, featuring live session recording, random screenshots, facial monitoring, and posture tracking to detect any form of malpractice.
Strict Rules During the Test Session
Applicants are reminded that:
- The test cannot be paused, saved, stopped, or restarted once it begins
- The system will automatically submit responses once time elapses
- Each question must be answered before proceeding
- Impersonation or third-party assistance will attract sanctions
- A stable internet connection is mandatory throughout the test
- Applicants must remain within the proctoring frame for the entire duration
Any breach of these rules may result in disqualification.
Services Covered Under the Recruitment Exercise
The centralized aptitude and trade tests apply to recruitment into the following services:
- Ghana Police Service
- Ghana Prisons Service
- Ghana Immigration Service
- Ghana National Fire Service
Applicants Advised to Prepare Adequately
Applicants are encouraged to ensure they have the necessary technical requirements, including a functional webcam, microphone, and reliable internet connection, ahead of their scheduled test dates. The Ministry of the Interior urges all applicants to strictly adhere to the guidelines to avoid disqualification and ensure a smooth recruitment process.
For continued updates on the 2025/26 security services recruitment exercise, applicants are advised to regularly check the Centralized Services e-Recruitment Portal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the 2025/26 Centralized Services Aptitude Test?
The 2025/26 Centralized Services Aptitude Test is an online examination organized by the Ministry of the Interior through the Centralized Services e-Recruitment Portal (C-SERP). It is a mandatory assessment for applicants seeking recruitment into the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana Immigration Service, and Ghana National Fire Service.
2. Which services are covered under the centralized recruitment exercise?
The aptitude and trade tests apply to recruitment into the following services:
- Ghana Police Service
- Ghana Prisons Service
- Ghana Immigration Service
- Ghana National Fire Service
3. When will the 2025/26 aptitude test be conducted?
The aptitude test will be conducted from Tuesday, 10th February to Sunday, 22nd February 2026, based on the applicant’s educational category.
4. How is the aptitude test conducted?
The aptitude test is conducted online and must be taken on a computer system with a functional webcam and microphone. Mobile phones are not recommended due to proctoring requirements.
5. What are the applicant categories for the aptitude test?
Applicants are grouped into three categories:
- Category A: NVTI, JHS, Sportsmen/Women, Certificate holders
- Category B: HND, Degree, and Master’s degree holders
- Category C: WASSCE applicants
6. How many questions will applicants answer in the aptitude test?
- Category A applicants will answer 30 questions
- Category B and Category C applicants will answer 60 questions
7. What is the pass mark for the 2025/26 aptitude test?
The official pass mark for the aptitude test is 65 percent.
8. Who is required to take a trade test?
Only Category A applicants are required to take a trade test, which is based on their selected trade vacancies.
9. How will applicants access the aptitude test link?
The test link will be made available through the applicant’s Centralized Services e-Recruitment Portal during the specified test dates for each category.
10. Will applicants receive SMS notifications about the test?
Yes. SMS notifications will be sent to all qualified applicants to inform them about their test availability period.
11. Can an applicant take the aptitude test more than once?
Applicants who applied to multiple services will take the aptitude test only once, except where applications were submitted under different educational categories across different services.
12. What happens when an applicant clicks the “Start Test” button?
Applicants will go through an enrollment process that includes:
- Webcam calibration and liveness detection
- Identity verification
- Internet strength and environmental noise checks
13. Is the aptitude test monitored?
Yes. The test is monitored using enhanced AI proctoring, including session recording, random screenshots, facial recognition, and posture tracking to detect malpractice.
14. Can the aptitude test be paused or restarted?
No. Once the test starts, it cannot be paused, stopped, saved, or restarted. The test is automatically submitted when the allotted time ends.
15. What happens if an applicant loses internet connection during the test?
Applicants are advised to ensure a strong and stable internet connection before starting the test. Poor connectivity during the test may lead to disqualification.
16. Is impersonation allowed during the aptitude test?
No. Any attempt at impersonation or allowing another person to take the test on behalf of the applicant will be detected by the AI proctoring system and sanctioned.
17. What should applicants do to avoid disqualification?
Applicants should:
- Use a computer with webcam and microphone
- Ensure strong internet connectivity
- Remain within the proctoring frame throughout the test
- Follow all test instructions strictly
18. Is the aptitude test compulsory for all applicants?
Yes. The aptitude test is a compulsory stage in the recruitment process for all applicants under the 2025/26 centralized services recruitment exercise.
19. Where can applicants get official updates about the recruitment process?
Applicants should regularly check the Centralized Services e-Recruitment Portal and rely on official SMS notifications for accurate and timely updates.
Source: GESHub.org
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