The Ghana Education Service (GES) has released the official contact numbers for all 16 Regional Education Offices to improve communication and provide timely support to successful applicants in the 2026 Graduate Teacher Recruitment Exercise.
The contact numbers are intended to help applicants communicate directly with their respective Regional Education Offices for enquiries relating to the onboarding and verification process. According to the latest update from GES Public Relations Officer Daniel Fenyi, successful applicants are encouraged to contact their assigned regional offices before travelling, especially those who will be covering long distances.
He explained that making a phone call before travelling can help applicants confirm important information regarding reporting arrangements and other regional requirements, thereby reducing unnecessary stress and avoiding avoidable travel challenges.
Daniel Fenyi also assured applicants that the GES Public Relations Unit will continue to provide official guidance throughout the recruitment process until newly recruited teachers officially assume duty.
Official GES Regional Offices Contact Numbers
Below are the official contact numbers for all 16 Regional Education Offices.
| Region | Contact Number |
|---|---|
| Ahafo Region | 0544301250 |
| Ashanti Region | 0544301251 |
| Bono Region | 0544301252 |
| Bono East Region | 0544301253 |
| Central Region | 0544301254 |
| Eastern Region | 0544301255 |
| Greater Accra Region | 0544301256 |
| Northern Region | 0544301257 |
| North East Region | 0544301258 |
| Oti Region | 0544301259 |
| Savannah Region | 0544301260 |
| Upper East Region | 0544301261 |
| Upper West Region | 0544301262 |
| Volta Region | 0544301263 |
| Western Region | 0544301264 |
| Western North Region | 0544301265 |
Why Applicants Should Contact Their Regional Office
GES advises successful applicants to contact their respective Regional Education Offices before reporting for onboarding. Doing so allows applicants to:
- Confirm reporting arrangements.
- Obtain any region-specific instructions.
- Clarify document requirements.
- Avoid unnecessary travel and delays.
- Receive official information directly from the Regional Directorate.
Applicants should call only the Regional Education Office assigned to them during the recruitment process.
Documents Required for Regional Verification
Successful applicants must report with their original documents for verification.
The required documents include:
- Ghana Card
- College of Education Certificate (where applicable)
- University Degree Certificate
- Professional Certificates
- National Service Certificate
- National Teaching Council (NTC) Licence
- WASSCE Certificate (where required)
- Birth Certificate
- Printed GES Recruitment Application Form
- Passport-sized photographs
- Any additional supporting documents requested by the Regional Directorate
Applicants should ensure that all documents are authentic and that names, dates of birth, and other personal information
Latest Update
Providing the latest recruitment update, GES Public Relations Officer Daniel Fenyi stated that successful applicants will begin reporting to their respective regions for onboarding from Friday and encouraged them to contact their regional offices before travelling.
He noted that many applicants would be travelling long distances, making it important to verify information beforehand. He further assured applicants that the GES Public Relations Unit would continue supporting them throughout the recruitment process until they officially begin work and receive their first salary.
Final Note
The introduction of dedicated Regional Education Office contact numbers demonstrates the Ghana Education Service’s commitment to improving communication and making the onboarding process more convenient for newly recruited teachers.
Successful applicants are encouraged to save the contact number for their assigned region and use it whenever they need official clarification or assistance. Applicants should rely only on information provided by the Ghana Education Service and avoid unofficial sources or individuals claiming to offer recruitment assistance.
Published By: Justice Donkoh | GESHub.org
