Eligible registrants include previous candidates who started but could not complete the service, private candidates who are qualified and wish to enroll, and Ghanaian nationals who schooled abroad.
Eligible applicants are therefore, required to submit their application letters to any of the Regional Secretariats of the Scheme or the NSS head office in Accra.
All applications must be accompanied by a letter requesting for PIN code or reactivation of PIN code, certified true copy of School Certificate or Transcript, an evidence of Deferment Letter, an Attestation/Introductory Letter from the institution attended, a copy of any of the following National Identifications (Voters, Driver’s License, Travel Passport) and a copy of School ID.
International students are mandated to upload their travel passport and other supporting documents on portal.www.nss.gov.gh as part of the NSS Diaspora Programme.
The general public is reminded that the National Service Act, 1980 (Act 426) makes it mandatory for every Ghanaian 18 years and above who have acquired a tertiary educational training, to fulfil national service obligation to the state.
Thank you.
How do I register for NSS 2020?
Go to the NSS Registration Portal via https://portal.nss.gov.gh/, and enter your username (School Index number or ID number), and your password (payment pincode) to login and access NSS application form.
Who qualifies for national service in Ghana?
Ghanaian students who graduate from accredited tertiary institutions are required under law to do a one-year national service to the country.
The National Service Secretariat (NSS) is the Government of Ghana agency mandated to formulate policies and structures for national service.
How can I get my NSS certificate online?
To begin the national service certificate request visit nsscertificate.com navigate to the “Verify your NSS Number below” text box and just enter your national service number (eg NSSGEW123456) and click on the “Start Here” button to proceed.
How do I pay for NSS?
Kindly dial *170#,
Choose option 2 for “PAY BILL”
Choose General Payments (Option 6)
Enter Payment code as – NSS PINCODE (type NSS, put a space, then type your PINCODE).
Enter deposit amount (GH¢41.00).
Enter “NSS” as reference.
Enter PIN to confirm payment.