GAF begins 2026/2027 enlistment screening for officer grade with tighter security
The exercise, which began today, Monday, September 28, will run until Wednesday, September 30, at designated centres in the Northern and Southern sectors.
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has initiated a three-day documentation and body selection exercise for applicants seeking to join the officer grade in the 2026/2027 enlistment cycle, notes Rita Anane, Deputy Director of Community Relations. This exercise aims to provide a more structured and secure recruitment process following the deadly stampede at last year's recruitment event at El-Wak Sports Stadium in Accra.
The exercise, which commenced on Monday, September 28, will continue until Wednesday, September 30, at designated centers in both Northern and Southern sectors. GAF has opted to notify successful applicants via text message, providing details such as designated centers, reporting dates, and instructions. Applicants are strictly advised to adhere to these instructions and report only to their designated centers.
The Northern Sector's exercise is taking place at the 4 Infantry Battalion, Uaddara Barracks, Kumasi, while the Southern Sector is centered at various facilities in Accra. The GAF has taken several steps to enhance safety and order, including controlling access to screening centers, organizing applicants into batches, and deploying medical teams.
Recruitments will now proceed through subsequent stages, including aptitude testing, medical screening, and vetting, with appointment letters issued to successful candidates across 16 regional capitals to minimize congestion and logistical difficulties.
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