Ghana TVET Service warns against unauthorised collection of fees in TVET institutions

The Ghana TVET Service has cautioned Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions against unauthorized fee collection during the current admissions period. This warning was issued following credible reports of certain institutions imposing unauthorized charges on applicants and their parents. A statement released by the Ghana TVET Service on September 22, 2026, emphasized that no student or parent is obligated to pay any amount beyond what is expressly approved as part of the formal admission process.

This directive aligns with the government's dedication to ensuring equitable access to high-quality TVET education under the Free TVET policy. The service explicitly criticized institutions for charging admission processing fees and making the purchase of prospectuses compulsory, labeling these practices as unacceptable and a breach of established guidelines.

Unapproved charges not only compromise the integrity of the Free TVET policy but also give the appearance that technical and vocational education has become prohibitively expensive. In response to this issue, the Ghana TVET Service has initiated nationwide monitoring and compliance activities across all TVET institutions. This initiative involves the deployment of Academic Calendar Monitoring Teams to assess admission processes and ensure adherence to approved regulations.

Institutions found to be involved in or aiding the collection of unauthorized fees will be subject to disciplinary measures as per the service's governing policies. To prevent such occurrences, parents and guardians are advised not to make unapproved payments during the admission process. The service encourages them to report any instances of unauthorized fee collection to the Ghana TVET Service through the designated channels.

The Ghana TVET Service remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the government's Free TVET policy by emphasizing access, fairness, and transparency throughout the TVET sector. It reiterated that every necessary step will be taken to uphold the policy's credibility and prevent any Ghanaian child from being barred from education due to financial constraints.