The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has instructed all Colleges of Education to commence admissions for fresh students for the 2026/2027 academic year, effective immediately. This directive comes despite the outstanding approval of the new fees structure. According to GTEC, the institutions had not yet begun admitting fresh students due to the pending approval. The Commission has urged the Colleges of Education to act swiftly to facilitate the admission of fresh students for the new academic year.
In a letter dated September 30, 2026, GTEC explained that Colleges of Education are to apply the approved fees for the 2025/2026 academic year as an interim measure. This means that prospective students will not have to wait for the finalisation of the new fees structure before beginning the admission process. The Commission assured that the fees paid under the existing structure will subsequently be subject to the 2026/2027 fees once they have been approved by the relevant authorities.
The directive was signed by the GTEC Director-General, Prof. Ahmed Jinapor Abdullai, and copied to the Minister for Education and the Head of Budget at GTEC. The Commission is working closely with the Minister for Education to secure approval of the new fees structure. GTEC's decision aims to ensure that the admission process for the 2026/2027 academic year is not delayed.
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission's directive has significant implications for prospective students and the Colleges of Education. By allowing the institutions to proceed with admissions, GTEC is ensuring that the academic calendar is not disrupted. The Commission's decision also reflects its commitment to finding solutions to the challenges facing the education sector.
The delay in approving the new fees structure has been a major challenge for the Colleges of Education. Despite this, GTEC is working to resolve the issue promptly. The Commission's efforts aim to ensure that the Colleges of Education can operate effectively and provide quality education to students.
The directive from GTEC has been welcomed by stakeholders in the education sector. The Commission's decision is seen as a positive step towards ensuring that the 2026/2027 academic year begins smoothly. By allowing the Colleges of Education to proceed with admissions, GTEC is helping to maintain stability in the education sector.
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission's directive is a reminder of its role in overseeing the education sector. The Commission is responsible for ensuring that tertiary education institutions operate effectively and provide quality education to students. GTEC's decision reflects its commitment to upholding the highest standards in education.
Key points
- GTEC directs Colleges of Education to commence 2026/2027 admissions despite pending fees approval.
- Colleges of Education to apply 2025/2026 fees structure as interim measure.
- GTEC working with Minister for Education to secure approval of new fees structure.
