NSA Releases First Batch of 2025/2026 National Service Postings; 85,159 Graduates Deployed Nationwide
The National Service Authority (NSA) has officially released the first batch of postings for the 2025/2026 service year, assigning 85,159 graduates from accredited tertiary institutions to various public and private sector organisations across Ghana. The announcement, made through a statement issued on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, marks the beginning of yet another nationwide deployment exercise that underscores the government’s commitment to youth development and national productivity.
According to the NSA, this batch represents the initial phase of the posting process, with certain categories of personnel, specifically teachers, nurses, and midwives, temporarily excluded pending verification of their academic and institutional data. The Authority explained that inconsistencies identified during the compilation process necessitated further scrutiny to ensure accuracy and fairness in placement. These outstanding categories will have their postings released once the verification is complete.
“The deployment process was carried out meticulously, with attention to data integrity and institutional demand,” the statement read. “We appeal to the public and all service personnel to appreciate the technical nature of the process and exercise patience as we finalize verification for the remaining categories.”
The NSA further issued a strong caution against fraudsters and intermediaries who exploit anxious service personnel during this period. The Authority warned graduates not to engage middlemen or pay individuals claiming to have influence over postings, emphasizing that all legitimate placements are handled solely through the official NSA system. “Under no circumstance should any prospective national service personnel pay money to any person or group in exchange for placement. The Authority does not assign anyone to alter or influence postings,” the statement emphasized.
To streamline the registration and validation process, the NSA outlined a series of mandatory steps for all posted graduates. Prospective personnel are required to first check their postings through the official portal at gnsa.gov.gh, print out their appointment letters, and ensure they are duly endorsed by their assigned user agencies or institutions. Following this, they must book an online appointment for registration and validation before reporting physically to their respective regional registration centres.
During registration, personnel must present the endorsed appointment letter and a valid Ghana Card for identity verification. The regional validation and registration exercise is scheduled to run from Wednesday, October 29, 2025, to Friday, November 21, 2025. The official commencement date for the 2025/2026 national service period has been set for Monday, November 3, 2025.
In her statement accompanying the release, the Director-General of the NSA, Ruth Dela Seddoh, congratulated all newly posted graduates and urged them to approach the service year with diligence, discipline, and a spirit of patriotism. She described national service as “a critical transition point” in the life of every Ghanaian graduate, an opportunity to gain practical experience, contribute to nation-building, and develop a professional work ethic.
“National Service is not just a statutory requirement; it is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s socio-economic development,” she said. “We encourage all personnel to serve with integrity, humility, and purpose wherever they are posted.”
The Director-General also emphasized that this year’s deployment reflects a data-driven matching system that aligns national manpower needs with institutional requests, ensuring an equitable distribution of service personnel across all regions and sectors. According to her, special attention was given to underserved communities and priority sectors such as education, health, local governance, agriculture, and digital transformation.
Public reactions to the announcement have been mixed. While many graduates have taken to social media to express gratitude and excitement about their postings, others have raised concerns about being placed far from their preferred regions. The NSA, however, maintains that postings are determined by national needs rather than personal preferences, and that all placements are essential to ensuring balanced human resource support nationwide.
The Authority has also assured graduates of its readiness to address technical challenges encountered on the online portal, encouraging those facing difficulties to contact regional offices or the official support channels for assistance.
As the 2025/2026 national service year prepares to commence, the release of the first batch postings signals the activation of one of Ghana’s largest annual youth deployment programs; a system designed to bridge the gap between academia and professional life. Established under the National Service Act of 1980, the scheme continues to serve as a platform for graduates to gain practical experience while contributing to national development.
The NSA has reiterated its commitment to upholding transparency, fairness, and efficiency in the posting process, assuring graduates that all subsequent batches, including teachers, nurses, and midwives, will be published promptly after data verification.
The 85,159 graduates posted in this initial release are expected to report to their assigned institutions immediately after completing validation and registration procedures. The Authority also reminded institutions receiving personnel to strictly adhere to the endorsement and supervision protocols outlined in the service guidelines to ensure accountability and discipline throughout the service year.
As thousands of graduates prepare to begin this new chapter, the 2025/2026 service year is expected to contribute significantly to national productivity and the development of Ghana’s workforce across both public and private sectors.
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