Let’s take a look at seven most useful Short codes for teachers (GES)and other Ghanaian workers. These short codes enable one to access various services via mobile phone.
They include the following;
1. Tier 1 *711*9#. SSNIT
A mandatory contributory scheme with monthly contributions of 13.5% (11% towards monthly pensions and 2.5% contribution to NHIS) on the basic salary of all employees. Tier 1 is a defined benefit scheme and contributions are fully tax-exempt and are managed by SSNIT
2. Tier 2 *365*65#. GESOPS
The contribution is managed by SSNIT. The Second Tier is a defined contributory Occupational Pension Scheme mandatory for workers with 5% contribution made on behalf of members
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3. Tier 3 *789*33#. GNAT Provident
The GNAT Provident Fund Scheme is a Group Personal Pension Tier-3 Scheme that is open to all GNAT (Ghana National Association of Teachers) members who want to save in a tax-efficient manner towards a comfortable retirement. This scheme is owned by the members themselves, making it a powerful tool for building retirement wealth.
One of the key advantages of the GNAT Provident Fund is that all contributions are tax-exempt up to 16.5%, allowing you to maximize your savings. Additionally, the fund offers competitive interest rates, helping to increase your income over time.
Here’s How To Sign up
Dial *789*33# on your phone.
Enter 1 to register for the Provident Fund.
Enter your Staff ID number.
If you are being assisted by an agent, enter the agent’s reference code. Otherwise, press 0 to skip.
Provide your personal details, including your full name, date of birth, and phone number.
Enter your desired contribution rate, which is a percentage of your basic salary.
Specify one beneficiary name.
Create a 4-digit PIN for added security.
You will receive an alert when your registration is successful.
4. *888# Teachers Fund
The Teachers Fund was set up in 1998 as a Solidarity and Retirement Supplement Scheme for members of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT). With current total membership of about two hundred thousand (200,000),
5. *929# NHIS
Dial this code to renew your National Health Insurance card.
6. *800*08# Gnat Ashanti bundle
7. *227*2234# Nagrat data bundle
This is a data bundle offer for all teachers under NAGRAT.
To purchase the bundle, follow these steps:
Dial *2272234# on MTN network
Select the bundle you want
Enter the beneficiary’s phone number
Select 1 to confirm or 2 to cancel
Check your phone for a prompt to approve the transaction
You’ll receive a message for payment
If the prompt authorization does not appear, dial *170#, navigate to my wallet, and approve the transaction
