Phase 1
Check Eligibility Before Applying
Before seeking assurance, teachers must meet the following criteria:
- Serve at least 3 years at their current station (common practice in GES).
- Have good conduct and performance records.
- Have no disciplinary issues.
- Have supporting reasons for transfer (marriage, health, family, etc.).
Phase 2
Identify the Preferred District or Region
Before starting the online process, the teacher must:
- Decide the region/district they want to transfer to.
- Confirm there may be vacancies in that district.
- Contact the Metro/Municipal/District Education Office (MMDE) of the preferred district.
The assurance must come from the district where the teacher wants to move.
Phase 3
Prepare Required Documents
Before filling the online form, teachers must scan and prepare digital copies of required documents.
Phase 4
Access GEDP Assurance Portal
Online Process Includes:
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Open GEDP website or access the link provided by GES and navigate to Transfer Portal.
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Fill in personal and professional details.
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Upload the scanned documents.
Information required in the form include:
- Full name
- Staff ID number
- Current district and school
- Rank and subject specialization
- Preferred district/region
- Reason for transfer
Phase 5
Submission and Online Verification
After submitting the online form, GES verify:
- Vacancy in the requested district
- Teacher eligibility
- Authenticity of documents.
If approved, the district will issue an assurance letter.
Phase 6
Download or Receive Assurance Letter on GEDP Portal
Once approved:
- The teacher receives the assurance letter electronically.
- The district compiles names of teachers granted assurance and submits the list to GES Headquarters electronically.
Phase 7
Issuance of Release and Reposting Letter
Following the assurance, the final release and reposting letters are processed to complete the transfer.