The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) will begin documentation and body selection for qualified applicants in its 2026/2027 enlistment exercise on Monday, September 28, 2026. The exercise will run for three days, ending on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
The announcement, made on Sunday, September 27, covers qualified applicants for Army, Navy and Air Force cadet positions. It marks the next stage of the recruitment process after online applications closed on September 23, 2026.
GAF says qualified applicants will receive text messages with details of the exercise, including their designated centres and reporting instructions. Candidates who get the SMS are expected to follow the instructions provided.
The exercise will be held in two sectors: a Northern Sector in Kumasi and a Southern Sector in Accra.
GAF documentation and body selection venues
Applicants will be assigned to one of the following centres, based on the information in their SMS notification:
- Northern Sector: 4 Infantry Battalion, Uaddara Barracks, Kumasi (all cadet categories)
- Southern Sector: Nicholson Stadium and the Air Force Base, Accra
According to Adom Online, Army cadets in the Southern Sector will report to Nicholson Stadium, while Navy and Air Force cadets will report to the Air Force Base in Accra.
Applicants should rely on the centre stated in their own text message, since that is the official assignment from GAF.
GAF enlistment 2026/2027 timeline so far
The 2026/2027 enlistment cycle targets holders of first degrees and higher qualifications. Here is how the process has moved so far:
- Early September 2026: Enlistment opened, with E-Vouchers sold at GH¢200 at post offices nationwide
- September 23, 2026: Online application phase closed
- September 27, 2026: GAF announced dates and venues for documentation and body selection
- September 28–30, 2026: Documentation and body selection in Kumasi and Accra
GhanaTrends earlier reported on the opening of the GAF recruitment 2026 portal and the requirements for applicants.
What body selection involves
Body selection is the stage where applicants are physically assessed and their documents checked before they can progress further.
GAF has not publicly listed the documents cadet applicants must bring this year. In the previous enlistment exercise, Graphic Online reported that candidates presented their application summaries, original educational certificates and birth certificates.
Applicants are advised to check their SMS instructions carefully for the exact list of items required.
GAF warns applicants against recruitment scammers
When enlistment opened, GAF cautioned the public that it does not engage third-party agents or collect money to secure slots for applicants.
The military said anyone dealing with unauthorised individuals does so at their own risk. It urged applicants to rely only on information published through its verified official channels.
What it means for GAF applicants
For candidates who applied before the September 23 deadline, the next 72 hours are critical. Only those who receive a text message from GAF are expected to report.
Applicants should keep their phones on, check messages regularly and confirm whether they have been assigned to Kumasi or Accra. Missing the assigned date or centre could affect a candidate’s chances.
Anyone who is asked to pay money to be “shortlisted” or moved to a better centre should treat it as a scam and report it.
What happens next in the GAF recruitment process
The documentation and body selection exercise ends on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
GAF has not yet announced dates for the stages that follow. Further updates are expected through the Armed Forces’ official platforms.
Key details at a glance
- Exercise: GAF 2026/2027 documentation and body selection
- Dates: September 28–30, 2026
- Who: Qualified Army, Navy and Air Force cadet applicants
- Kumasi centre: 4 Infantry Battalion, Uaddara Barracks
- Accra centres: Nicholson Stadium and Air Force Base
- Notification: Qualified applicants will receive an SMS with their centre and instructions
- Applications closed: September 23, 2026
FAQs
When is GAF body selection 2026?
GAF documentation and body selection for the 2026/2027 enlistment takes place from Monday, September 28 to Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Where is GAF body selection 2026 taking place?
The Northern Sector exercise is at 4 Infantry Battalion, Uaddara Barracks, Kumasi. The Southern Sector exercise is in Accra at Nicholson Stadium and the Air Force Base.
How will I know if I qualified for GAF body selection?
Qualified applicants will receive a text message from GAF with their designated centre and reporting instructions. Only applicants who receive the SMS are expected to report.
The Ghana Armed Forces’ three-day documentation and body selection exercise from September 28 to 30 is the next major step for cadet applicants in the 2026/2027 enlistment. Qualified candidates should watch for their SMS, report to their assigned centre in Kumasi or Accra, and avoid anyone who asks for money to secure a place.
