TheMinistry of the Interior has announced that screening for shortlisted applicants to theGhana Police Service will commence onMonday, January 12, 2026, as part ofPhase II of the Centralised Services E-Recruitment Portal (CSERP) for the 2025/2026 intake.
The screening exercise will run from January 12 to February 4, 2026, focusing initially on applicants to the Ghana Police Service, while schedules for other security agencies will be released later.
Screening Schedule for Security Services
According to the Ministry:
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Ghana Police Service screening begins January 12, 2026
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Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and Ghana Immigration Service schedules will be updated after January 15, 2026
Applicants to these services are advised to monitor official updates closely.
Overview of the CSERP Recruitment Process
The Centralised Services E-Recruitment Portal:
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Opened: November 17, 2025
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Closed: December 19, 2025
Phase II focuses on documentation verification and body inspection for shortlisted candidates.
Required Documents for Screening
Applicants must report to their assigned screening centres with original documents and photocopies, including:
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Application summary report
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Biometric birth certificate
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Ghana Card
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Senior High School certificate
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Other relevant educational certificates
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Two passport-sized photographs
Failure to present the required documents may lead to disqualification.
Reporting Times and Important Instructions
The Ministry of the Interior has cautioned applicants to strictly adhere to their reporting times:
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Morning session: Report by 7:00 a.m.
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Afternoon session: Report by 12:00 p.m.
Applicants who fail to report at the scheduled time risk disqualification.
Notification and Verification Process
Shortlisted candidates will:
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Receive SMS notifications indicating their screening date, time, and centre
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Be able to log onto the CSERP portal to confirm screening details
Applicants are advised not to rely on unofficial sources for information.
Official Advisory from the Ministry of the Interior
The Ministry emphasised that only candidates who comply fully with instructions and timelines will be considered, urging applicants to prepare adequately and remain alert for further updates, especially those applying to the Prisons, Fire, and Immigration services.
