About This Opportunity

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has opened its 2026/2027 recruitment for Officer Cadets and Regular Career Officers. This is an official government recruitment with a structured four-step online application process. Two entry routes are available: the Regular Officer Cadet Course for candidates with BECE, WASSCE, or SSSCE qualifications, and the Regular Career Officer Course for university graduates. Applications close September 23, 2026 and the portal opened September 4, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

General Requirements (All Applicants):
  • Ghanaian citizen of good character
  • Medically fit according to GAF standards
  • Able to pass the Pre-Joining Fitness Test
  • Unmarried and not bonded
  • Age: 18–26 years old by February 18, 2027

Height Requirements:
  • Male: Minimum 1.68m (5'6")
  • Female: Minimum 1.60m (5'2")
  • Military Police: 1.75m (male) / 1.70m (female)

Academic Requirements (Officer Cadet Course):
  • BECE: Six credits (Grades 1–6) including English, Mathematics, and Science
  • WASSCE: Six credits (A1–C6) including Core English, Core Maths, and Core Science
  • SSSCE: Six credits (A–D) including required core subjects

Regular Career Officer Course (Degree Holders):
  • First degree with minimum Second Class Lower from an accredited university
  • Eligible fields: Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Supply and Transport, Education, Public Relations, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, and other listed specialisations
  • Proficiency in French, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, German, or Swahili is an added advantage

How to Apply

  • Purchase an Electronic Voucher (GH₵200) from designated Ghana Post offices across all regions (Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, Cape Coast, Ho, Takoradi, and more — full list on GAF website)
  • Access the portal at apply.mil.gh using Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome — enter your card Serial Number and PIN, select your Arm of Service and Type of Commission
  • Complete Page 1 — Select vacancy, personal information, and screening centre (Southern/Accra or Northern/Kumasi)
  • Complete Page 2 — Biodata, passport photo (200×180 pixels), valid email, and mobile number
  • Complete Page 3 — WASSCE/SSCE results (Core Maths, English, Science), WASSCE Index Number, Certificate Serial Number, tertiary institution details, and upload required documents (PDF only, max 1MB each)
  • Preview and Submit — review all details carefully before final submission
  • Save your GAF ID Number — received by SMS and email after submission. Print your application summary report.

    • Screening Centres

    | Centre | Location | Regions Covered |

    |---|---|---|

    | Southern | Accra | Greater Accra, Eastern, Volta, Central, Oti, Western, Western North |

    | Northern | Kumasi | Northern, Ashanti, Savannah, North East, Upper East, Upper West, Bono, Bono East, Ahafo |

    Tips

    • Purchase your electronic voucher before going to the portal — you cannot begin the application without the Serial Number and PIN from the physical voucher.
    • Keep the used voucher safe — it will be inspected at every stage of the selection process.
    • Use only Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome — other browsers may cause issues on the GAF portal.
    • Degree holders in Data Science, AI, Cyber Security, and Engineering are particularly sought for the Career Officer route — if this is your background, this is a strong opportunity.

    ⏰ URGENT — Deadline: September 23, 2026. Portal: apply.mil.gh. Apply before the deadline — do not wait until the final day.

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