Every year, thousands of Junior High School graduates in Ghana eagerly wait for the announcement of their Senior High School (SHS) placement. The process is a turning point in the lives of students, parents, and guardians, as it determines the next stage of their academic journey. The Ghana Education Service (GES), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has finally released the official dates and procedures for the 2025 SHS placement exercise.
This guide will provide you with all the key dates, what to expect, and a step-by-step explanation of how to check your placement results.
GES has officially confirmed the following dates for the placement and reporting schedule:
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Pre-Placement Verification: September 1 – September 8, 2025
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Placement Results Release: September 17, 2025
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Reporting to Schools: October 18 – October 20, 2025
These dates are crucial for both students and parents to mark on their calendars.
Before the official placement begins, there will be a data verification window from September 1 to September 8, 2025.
During this period, candidates will be allowed to:
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Confirm their BECE Index Number
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Verify their gender
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Check their selected school codes
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Confirm their chosen programme codes
GES has introduced this step to prevent common errors and ensure smooth placements. Parents and guardians are encouraged to assist their wards in verifying these details. An explainer video will also be made available on the CSSPS portal to guide families through the process.
How to Check Your 2025 SHS Placement Results
The main placement results will be officially released on September 17, 2025. Students can then log into the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) to check their assigned schools.
Below are the few steps to follow:
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Visit the official CSSPS portal: www.cssps.gov.gh
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Enter your BECE Index Number (include the year, e.g., 123456789025).
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Provide your Date of Birth as required.
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Click “Submit” to view your placement results.
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Print or save a copy of your placement confirmation for records.
Reporting to School
After placement, all successful candidates are expected to report to their respective Senior High Schools between October 18 and October 20, 2025.
Parents are advised to start preparing for admission requirements early. Items such as prospectuses, school uniforms, and boarding supplies (where applicable) should be arranged in advance to ensure a smooth transition for the students.
Every year, some individuals attempt to take advantage of parents’ desperation by claiming they can “secure better schools” for students at a fee. The GES has strongly warned against such practices, stressing that placement is strictly merit-based and free. Parents and guardians are therefore encouraged to follow only official procedures and avoid middlemen.
The 2025 SHS placement process has been designed to be more transparent and efficient. By introducing a pre-placement verification period, the Ghana Education Service is ensuring that students are placed fairly and without errors. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay alert, guide their children through the process, and prepare ahead for the October school reopening.
George Amoah
