28/02/2026

Stage II Interview List February 28, 2026

Sri Lanka Planning Service Grade III Interview List 2024 (Stage II) – Qualified Candidates for General Interview Announced

Sri Lanka Planning Service Grade III Stage II Interview List 2024 official notice for general interview qualified candidates

The Common Competitive Examination for Recruitment to the Posts in All-Island Services and Executive Service Category of the Public Service 2021 (2024) – Recruitment to Grade III of Sri Lanka Planning Service (Open) – Stage II interview list has been officially released.

According to the announcement, the list of candidates who have qualified for the General Interview (Stage II) has been published as Annex I, based on the results of the written examinations conducted by the Commissioner General of Examinations on 29.07.2023 and 25.05.2024.

📌 Important Notice for Qualified Candidates

Candidates whose names appear in Annex I will be called for a General Interview to verify their qualifications.
Being called for the interview does not guarantee appointment to the Sri Lanka Planning Service.
All shortlisted applicants must submit the required details through the official Google Form link.
The deadline to submit the required particulars is 06.03.2026.

🔗 Submit Required Details Here

👉 https://forms.gle/kKuBqaD6KV5nG7xj7

Applicants are strongly advised to submit the required information before the closing date to avoid disqualification.

📢 Click Below for the Interview List

📄 Interview List – View / Download

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Zonal Education Offices February 28, 2026

List of Zonal Education Offices in Sri Lanka (100 Zones) + Roles & Responsibilities

List of Zonal Education Offices in Sri Lanka (100 Zones) + Roles & Responsibilities

Zonal Education Offices (Sri Lanka) – 100 Education Zones

Click a province to view zones below it • Or click All Zones

Roles and Responsibilities

Zonal Office Divisions • Province Wise • Click releavant Province to View

Education Administration Division 3.1

3.1Supervise and monitor the activities related to admission of students to schools.
3.1.2 Approve Timetables of schools
3.1.3 Performing affairs related to discipline and welfare activities of schools.
3.1.4 Supervision and monitoring affairs related to school health promotion, narcotic prevention and prevention of communicable diseases.
3.1.5 Implement school nutrition programmes and supervise canteens.
3.1.6 Functions related to disciplinary matters assigned to Zonal Education Office, carrying out preliminary investigations and providing recommendations.
3.1.7 Selecting and directing students for different grants and scholarships.
3.1.8 Organize and conduct government examinations.
3.1.9 Issuing second copies of School leaving certificates, verification of educational certificates, certification of student identity forms.
3.1.10 Make recommendations to conduct sessions in lieu of lapsed sessions.
3.1.11 Grant approval to external parties to utilize school premises and resources.
3.1.12 Coordination and monitoring of the affairs and functions of School Development Societies, and Old Student Associations.
3.1.13 Coordination of disaster management affairs.
3.1.14 Grant approval for educational trips and field trips.
3.1.15 Affairs related to issuance of school uniforms and text books, Teacher Instructional Manuals, library books, learning equipment, student season tickets.
3.1.16 Activities related to granting Grade 5 Scholarship.
3.1.17 Administrative affairs related to approved private schools and assisted schools.
3.1.18 Affairs related to land acquisition, settlement and alienation
3.1.19 Internally evaluate, report and feedback the activities of the Education Administration Division.
3.1.20 Other duties assigned by the Zonal Director as appropriate

Education Development Division 3.2

3.2.1 Responsible and accountable for systematic and smooth implementation of educational policies and prescribed curriculum.
3.2.2 Submit proposals to prepare annual, mid-term and five year plans related to Education Sector Development Framework and Programme.
3.2.3 Implementation of approved plans, progress review and monitoring.
3.2.4 Organize and guide co-curricular and subject related affairs of schools.
3.2.5 Introduce and implement curricular reforms.
3.2.6 Review progress of the activities of the subject directors, in Service Advisors and project officers.
3.2.7 Monitor and obtain the progress through the subject directors on the use of project grants and quality inputs provided to schools.
3.2.8 Implement subject development activities as appropriate.
3.2.9 Analyze student performance levels and taking necessary measures to improve quality of education based on findings of those analysis.
3.2.10 Organize and implement professional and capacity development programmes for teachers.
3.2.11 Guide, evaluate and monitor the education development activities of the Divisional Education Offices and other educational institutions.
3.2.12 Organize and conduct subject related competitions at zonal level.
3.2.13 Carrying out external evaluation programme of schools, calculation of School Education Quality Index (SEQI), identification of development needs and act accordingly.
3.2.14 Monitor and guide the school internal evaluation process.
3.2.15 Internally evaluate, report and feedback the activities of the Education Development Division
3.2.16 Directing and implementing educational affairs of children with special needs and non-formal education.
3.2.17 Appraise, monitor and follow up the performance of principals and teachers.
3.2.18 Implement felicitation programmes for teachers and principals.
3.2.19 Carry out educational research, design and implement project proposals based on findings of such researches.
3.2.20 Implement and monitor the development programmes related to pre-schools.
3.2.21 Other duties assigned by the Zonal Director as appropriate.

Planning Division 3.3

3.3.1 Preparation of annual, mid-term and five year plan of the zone in relation to the Education Sector Development Framework and Programme, review and monitor progress.
3.3.2 Giving advises on preparation, planning and implementation of annual, mid-term and five year plans of all the educational institutions belonging to the zone.
3.3.3 Approve annual budget estimates of schools.
3.3.4 Presenting recommendations and suggestions to the Zonal Structural Committee.
3.3.5 Identification, calculation of physical and human resource requirements of all the educational institutions belonging to the zone and take necessary measures to fulfill the requirements.
3.3.6 Collecting, updating, organizing, analyzing and distribution of data and information relevant to Educational Management Information System (EMIS)
3.3.7 Coordination, monitoring and reporting progress of annual school census affairs.
3.3.8 Coordinating affairs related to Programme of School Improvement (PSI).
3.3..9 Providing guidelines on use of quality inputs and other grants for schools.
3.3.10 Coordination of educational researches and prepare project plans based on the findings.
3.3.11 Complete the physical requirements of schools including water, electricity and sanitary facilities.
3.3.12 Obtaining contribution of government and non government organizations for the educational development process, and planning, coordination, monitoring and progress review of projects implemented on foreign grant.
3.3.13 Prepare and submit reports required for district and regional development committees.
3.3.14 Coordination of relevant stakeholders on construction and repairs.
3.3.15 Direct and supervise relevant foreign aid projects.
3.3.16 Organize and conduct capacity development programmes for principals.
3.3.17 Internally evaluate the affairs of the Planning Division.
3.3.18 Other duties entrusted as appropriate by the Zonal Director.

Establishment and General Management Division 3.4

3.4.1 Deployment of teachers in the schools of the zone and giving recommendations to the Provincial Director on inter zonal teacher transfers.
3.4.2 Convene and conduct meetings of the teacher transfer boards and submit recommendations.
3.4.3 Give recommendations on transfers of all officers in Sri Lanka Principal Service.
3.4.4 Prepare and monitor duty lists of the officers and the staff of the Zonal Office and other related educational institutions.
3.4.5 Maintenance of personal files of teachers, principals and other staff. (salary increments, foreign leave, service extensions, retirement files, granting loan approval, giving recommendations on promotions, approving duty leave, maternity leave and special sick leave, giving annual salary increments, confirmation of service, transfers, disciplinary actions)
3.4.6 Work on staff payments, over time, daily wages, wages earned on holidays, clearing all bills and providing railway warrants.
3.4.7 Affairs related to giving relevant recommendations/approval for advanced loan and Agrahara Insurance scheme.
3.4.8 Affairs related to transfer and release of non academic staff serving within the education zone.
Recommend annual grants for the Pirivena and work related to institutional matters of the staff serving in Pirivena.
3.4.10 Giving recommendations on registration of Pirivena and submit proposals and recommendations for appointment of teachers to Pirivena.
3.4.11 Legal affairs related to court, human rights complains, providing clarifications to the questions raised by the Public Petition Committee, Parliamentary Advisory Committees, etc.
3.4.12 Affairs related to internal disciplinary control and inquiries.
3.4.13 Provide facilities for disciplinary inquiries.
3.4.14 Organize and implement staff development programmes.
3.4.15 Maintenance and development of physical resources of the office.
3.4.16 All the affairs related to provision of water, electricity and telephones to schools, divisional and zonal offices and other related institutions.
3.4.17 Affairs related to government quarters and vehicles.
3.4.18 Management of petty cash.
3.4.19 Affairs related to daily mail.
3.4.20 Affairs related to maintenance of record room.
3.4.21 Affairs related to reception counter, internal communication and implementation of institutional productivity concepts.
3.4.22 Internally evaluate the affairs of the Establishment and General Management Division.
3.4.23 Other duties assigned by the Zonal Director as appropriate.

Finance Division 3.5

3.5.1 Preparation of annual draft financial estimates and receiving financial provisions.
3.5.2 Payment of salaries of academic and non academic staff.
3.5.3 Payment of over time allowances, travelling allowances and other allowance.
3.5.4 Providing grants to private schools and Pirivena.
3.5.5 Affairs related to payment of different programmes and workshops.
3.5.6 Maintenance, control and monitoring accounts.
3.5.7 Management and control of financial resources.
3.5.8 Payment of scholarship and related affairs.
3.5.9 Payment of water, electricity, assessment tax and telephone bills.
3.5.10 Acting as per F.R. 104 (3) on damages and losses on goods, doing initial investigations and report all these damages through appropriation account.
3.5.11 Affairs related to procurement process.
3.5.12 Conducting board of survey in schools, balancing goods and giving recommendations for removal.
3.5.13 Making payments for constructions and repairs of school buildings.
3.5.14 Reporting financial progress on all payments.
3.5.15 Systematically paying and balancing the advance and loans of officers and maintenance of control accounts and related affairs.
3.5.16 Prepare and settle annual final accounts.
3.5.17 Comparing General Deposit Accounts and maintenance of control accounts.
3.5.18 Obtaining and supervision of updated accounts records of schools and educational institutions.
3.5.19 Maintain financial discipline and transparency in office and schools and implement required measures to minimize audit errors.
3.5.20 Payment of gratuity given on retirement.
3.5.21 Affairs related to maintenance of bank accounts and prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
3.5.22 Affairs related to stores and stock control.
3.5.23 Report irregularities and frauds on management of resources and commence disciplinary actions relevant to those.
3.3.24 Internally evaluate the affairs of the Finance Division.
3.3.25 Other duties entrusted as appropriate by the Zonal Director as appropriate.

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TESL Papers February 28, 2026

NIE Past Papers Download – B.Ed, PGDE, M.Ed, Diploma & Education Courses | National Institute of Education Sri Lanka

Here we have listed the Past Papers of the below courses conducted by the National Institute of Education (NIE), Sri Lanka.

Students and teacher trainees can easily filter papers by Course, Year, Medium (Sinhala / Tamil / English) and download directly.

🎓 Degree Programmes

B.Ed (General)
B.Ed (Honours)
B.Ed (Special)
PGDE (Post Graduate Diploma in Education)
PGD in Education Management
PGD in Education Administration
M.Ed
Master of Ed. Management
Master of Edu. in Educational Management

📘 Education & Management Programmes

Management of Education
School Management

📚 Diploma & Higher Diploma Programmes

Diploma in Sign Language
Diploma in Special Education
Diploma in Counselling
Diploma in Early Childhood Development
Higher Diploma in Physical Education and Sports
Education Assessment and Evaluation

📖 Professional & Special Courses

TESL
ALIC
Braille
Advanced Certificate Course in Teaching Mathematics

🔍 How to Use

1️⃣ Select your Course

2️⃣ Choose Year (or All Years)

3️⃣ Filter by Medium if needed

4️⃣ Click the SIN / TAM / ENG button to open the paper

All papers are directly linked to official sources.

⚠ Important Note

This page is created to help teacher trainees and education professionals quickly access NIE past examination papers in an organized and user-friendly way.

📚 NIE Past Papers Finder

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Student Loan Results 2026 February 28, 2026

Interest Free Student Loan Scheme Results 2022 / 2023 / 2024 – Check Selected Degree & University

Interest Free Student Loan Scheme Results Check Selected Degree & University (A/L 2022,2023 & 2024) පොලී රහිත ණය යෝජනා ක්‍රමය යටතේ තේරීම් වූ පාඨමාලා දැන ගැනීමට வட்டியற்ற கடனுதவித் திட்டத்தின் கீழ் தெரிவு செய்யப்பட்ட கற்கைநெறிகளை அறிந்து கொள்ள

🎓 Interest Free Student Loan Scheme – Selection Results Released

The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education (Higher Education Division) has released the selection results for the Interest Free Student Loan Scheme (Selected Degree Programs).

✅ Students who applied for the Interest Free Student Loan Scheme for Selected Degree Programs can now check their selected degree program and university for the following academic years:

📌 G.C.E. A/L 2022
📌 G.C.E. A/L 2023
📌 G.C.E. A/L 2024

💡 Tip: Keep your Index Number ready when checking your selection.

✅ View Selection

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27/02/2026

Sri Lanka School Directory 2024 February 27, 2026

Complete List of 396 National Schools in Sri Lanka (2026) – Search by Census Number, School Name or Address

Sri Lanka has 396 officially recognized National Schools managed directly by the Ministry of Education. These schools are distinct from Provincial Schools and operate under central government administration.

This page provides a complete and searchable database of all 396 National Schools with:

🏫 School Name
🔢 Census Number
📍 School Address
🏛 School Category (National)

You can easily filter and search using:

✔ School Name
✔ Census Number
✔ Address / Location

🔎 How to Use This Page

To find a school:

Use the Search Box
Type:
- School Name (e.g., Zahira College)
- Census Number
- City / Address
The list will automatically filter results

This makes it easy for:

🎓 Students
👨‍👩‍👧 Parents
🏫 Teachers
📄 Administrative Officers
📊 Education Researchers

📌 Why Census Number is Important?

Each school in Sri Lanka is assigned a unique Census Number.

This number is used for:

Official correspondence
Exam registrations
Education statistics
Ministry documentation
School verification

You can directly search by Census Number to quickly identify a school.

🏫 School Finder

Search easily using Census No or School Name or Address. (Type any ONE field and press Find School)

✅ Search by any one field 🔎 Fast filter 📱 Mobile friendly

🔢 Census Number

🏫 School Name

📍 Address / City

💡 Tip: If you type part of a name or part of an address, it will still find matching schools.

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Z Score Sri Lanka February 27, 2026

A/L Subject Selection 2025 GCE O/L Sri Lanka | Z Score, University Courses, Cut Off Marks & Government Job Guide

We have provided essential documents in Sinhala and Tamil mediums to assist GCE O/L 2023 students in gaining a better understanding of the GCE A/L streams and subjects. These resources will help students make informed decisions when selecting their A/L subjects, ensuring they align with their academic and career aspirations.

We strongly encourage students to review the documents below before finalizing their subject and stream choices.

1Subject Selection Circular

- Select your AL Subjects and streams

2Subject Wise Results

to get an idea about the subject and influence to the Z Score for each subject

3UGC Guide Book

- Available Courses for each streams in University

4University Cut Off marks

- Z Score for Each Course

5College of Education Circular

- for those wish to be a Teacher

6Subject Content and Syllabus

7A/L Exam Papers

If you wish for a government Job, Please aware the salary of Each Positions in Government Jobs

Government Job Salary

Click below for all the Documents in Sinhala & Tamil Medium

✅ IN SINHALA ✅ IN TAMIL

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Sri Lanka Medical Council Exam February 27, 2026

SLMC ERPDS Exam March/May 2026 – Dental Registration Examination for Foreign Graduates in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Medical Council ERPDS Examination March May 2026 Dental Registration Notice

📢 Sri Lanka Medical Council – ERPDS Examination 2026

The Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) has announced the Examination for Registration to Practice Dental Surgery (ERPDS) – March/May 2026.

This examination is conducted for Dental Graduates qualified abroad who seek registration under Section 43 of the Medical Ordinance in Sri Lanka.

📅 Application Period

Applications will be accepted:

🗓 From: Tuesday, 3rd March 2026
🗓 To: Friday, 6th March 2026
⏰ Time: 9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. (each day)

⚠️ Receipt of applications will close on Friday, 6th March 2026 at 1.00 p.m.
Late applications will NOT be accepted.

🎓 Eligibility

Dental Graduates who have obtained approval of their degrees from the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) are eligible to apply.

Application forms can be obtained from the official SLMC website.

📍 Contact Details

Registrar
Sri Lanka Medical Council
31, Norris Canal Road, Colombo 10

📞 Telephone: 0716355771 / 0717412222
🌐 Website: www.slmc.gov.lk

Applicants are advised to carefully follow the instructions issued by SLMC before submitting their applications.

📄 Details & Application

Paper Notice

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Sri Lanka Convention Bureau Vacancies 2026 February 27, 2026

Sri Lanka Convention Bureau Vacancies 2026 – Assistant Manager, Junior Manager, Driver & Office Aide Jobs

Sri Lanka Convention Bureau Vacancies 2026 Government Job Advertisement Colombo Banner

📢 Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) Vacancies – 2026

The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB), functioning under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism, has announced new government job vacancies.

SLCB is inviting applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the following positions.

Closing Date 12.03.2026

🧾 Available Posts

1️⃣ Assistant Manager – Procurement

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement / Supply Chain Management / Business Administration / Commerce (UGC recognized)
Minimum 1 year post-qualifying managerial experience

Age: 22 – 45 years

Salary Scale (MM 1-2 – 2025):

Rs. 94,170 – 170,720 + Government approved allowances

2️⃣ Junior Manager – HR, Board Affairs & Maintenance

Qualifications:

Degree in Management / Business Administration / HR Management / Public Management
Good communication & networking skills
Computer literacy
Fluency in English and Sinhala/Tamil

Age: 22 – 45 years

Salary Scale (JM 1-2 – 2025):

Rs. 74,010 – 124,330 + Government allowances