The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has opened applications for its 2026/2027 Undergraduate Local Scholarship Programme, offering financial support to eligible Ghanaian students pursuing tertiary education in accredited institutions across the country.
This is an important opportunity for students seeking financial assistance to further their education at the tertiary level. The scholarship programme covers students pursuing Diploma, Higher National Diploma (HND) and Degree programmes.
Remember: You have to Sign Up first with your email and a password to get access on the GETFund Scholarship Application Portal
According to the official announcement, applications opened on Monday, October 5, 2026, and will close on Friday, November 27, 2026. Interested and eligible applicants are therefore encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity and submit their applications before the closing date.
How to Apply for the GETFund Scholarship
Interested applicants are required to visit the official GETFund Scholarship Portal to complete the online application form.
Applicants should follow these steps:
- Visit the official GETFund Scholarship Portal at https://scholarships.getfund.gov.gh.
- Complete the online application form by providing all the required information.
- Upload scanned copies of the relevant supporting documents as required.
- Submit the application for vetting and shortlisting.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted after the vetting and shortlisting processes have been completed.
Important Information for Applicants
Applicants should take note that all official correspondence regarding scholarship applications will be conducted directly between GETFund and the individual applicant.
Furthermore, applications must be submitted ONLY through the official GETFund Scholarship Portal. Applications submitted through other channels will not be processed.
Applicants are also encouraged to carefully read the eligibility requirements, application guidelines and other relevant information available on the scholarship portal before submitting their applications.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, November 27, 2026. Prospective applicants should avoid waiting until the last minute to complete their applications.
This scholarship presents an opportunity for Ghanaian students to seek financial support towards achieving their academic ambitions. Students pursuing Diploma, HND and Degree programmes should therefore visit the official portal and explore the opportunity.
Apply now and take a step towards achieving your educational dreams!
Official Application Portal: https://scholarships.getfund.gov.gh
