Second Language Tamil Diploma Course

Applications will be received for the registration of applicants who have fulfilled required qualifications to follow the Second Language Tamil Diploma Course organised by the National Institute of Language Education & Training.

Through this Course, it is expected to provide a Theoretical Knowledge and Practical Training on the Tamil language and this will be accepted as an additional qualification to enter the Teacher Training Course on the Teaching of Second Languages conducted by the National Institute of Language Education & Training.

Course Duration 

The period will be 01 Academic Year. Course will be conducted on weekend - Saturdays / Sundays between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. and also will be conducted through 70% Physically and 30% onsite & online method.

Course Fee:

Registration Fee : Rs. 3,500.00

Course Fee: Rs . 45,000.00 ( This can be paid in Three instalments).

Minimum qualifications for applying -

• Should be a Sri Lankan citizen above 18 years.
• Passed G.C.E. (O/Level) and G.C.E. (A/Level) Examinations.

Course Contents :

• Speech
• Writing
• Literature
• Culture

The Course is expected to be commenced in first week of May, 2026 and should pass the interview conducted by the National Institute of Language Education & Training, to be selected.

Closing Date for acceptance of Applications : 30.03.2026

Self - prepared applications along with the receipt received for the payment of the registration fee of Rs. 3,500/-made to the A/C No. 07442918 of the National Institute of Language Education & Training at the Bank of Ceylon Homagama Branch and copies of Educational Certificates should be sent by registered post to the address below to receive before 30.03.2026.

The cover containing the application should be marked "Second Language Tamil Diploma Course - 2026 / 2027" at the left side top corner.

Further details on the Course can be obtained from the following:

Ms. J. Balaranjanie (Academic and Research Officer)- 074 - 2007105

Ms. Madhuka Tharanganie (Coordinating Assistant) - 074 - 2007120

Director General,

National Institute of Language Education & Training,

No. 321 / 1, Highlevel Road,

Makumbura,

Pannipitiya.

The details in Sinhala, Tamil, and English are attached below for your reference.