Important Information

✅ Cabinet Approval Date : 11 May 2026
✅ Effective Date : 01 June 2026
✅ Applicable To : Officers of the Sri Lanka Principals' Service covered under Circular No. 03/2014
✅ Arrears : Not payable

01. Salary Adjustment Procedure

1.1 If the final salary received by the officer at the time of appointment falls between salary steps of the new salary scale, the officer shall be placed on the next higher salary step and granted an additional salary increment.

1.2 If the final salary received corresponds exactly to the starting salary or any salary step of the new salary scale, the officer shall be placed on the next higher salary step.

1.3 If the final salary received is lower than the starting salary of the new salary scale by one salary increment or more, the officer shall be placed on the initial salary step of the new salary scale.

1.4 If the final salary received is lower than the starting salary of the new salary scale by an amount less than one salary increment, the officer shall be placed on the initial salary step and granted an additional salary increment.

Implementation of Revised Salary

All officers whose salaries were determined under Ministry of Education Circular No. 03/2014 must have their starting salaries revised according to the new provisions.

The revised salary shall be paid with effect from 01 June 2026.

No arrears shall be paid for the period prior to the effective date.

Recovery of Overpayments

If any officer has already received salary payments based on Section 05 of Chapter VII of Volume I of the Establishments Code, any excess payment made up to 01 June 2026 must be recovered.

Recovery shall be made in 60 equal monthly installments.

If the officer retires before completion of the recovery period, the remaining amount must be recovered before retirement.

Further Information

This circular replaces only Section 01 and its sub-sections of Ministry of Education Circular No. 03/2014.

All other provisions of Circular No. 03/2014 remain unchanged and continue to be effective.

📄 Circular Downloads

📌 Competition Categories

✅ University Category
Open to students of all recognized state and private universities.

✅ School Category
Open to students studying in Grades 10, 11, 12 and 13.

✍️ Essay Topics

1. Social Media and Reading Culture in the Digital Age
2. The Need for and Impact of New Educational Reforms on Sustainable Development
3. The Role and Importance of Law in Building a Just and Equitable Society

🎭 Poetry Competition

Participants are invited to submit original poetry compositions based on a theme of their choice, reflecting their creativity.

📋 Submission Information

• Full Name
• Name of School / University Faculty / Programme of Study
• Registration Number (if applicable)
• Contact Number
• Email Address
• Title of the Submitted Entry

📖 Important Rules

✅ Entries must be original work.
✅ Submissions are accepted in Sinhala, Tamil or English.
✅ One entry per category in a single language.
✅ Essay submissions should not exceed 1,500 words.
✅ Poetry submissions should not exceed 4 A4 pages.
✅ School entries must be certified by the Principal or Vice Principal.
✅ University entries must be certified by the Dean, Head of Department or Senior Lecturer.
✅ Entries should be submitted in PDF format through the official Google Form.

📅 Closing Date

25 June 2026

🔗 Registration & More Details

📱 Scan the QR Code available in the official notice to submit your entry.

☎️ Contact Number: 071 636 8241

📧 Email: hss.openday@ousl.lk

🖥️ Online Submission Form

Participants can submit their Essay or Poetry Competition entries through the official online Google Form.

📌 Official Google Form
Submit your entry before the closing date.
Deadline: 25 June 2026

🖼️ Competition Notices

📌 Key Information

✅ Scholarship Programme : Asidisi - Mass Media Scholarship Programme 2026

🏛 Organized By : Ministry of Health & Mass Media

👥 Eligible Applicants :

• Journalists with minimum 2 years of service.
• Age between 18 - 55 years.
• Must possess the 2025/2026 Media Accreditation Card.
• Course should be related to the media field.

💰 Financial Assistance Available For :

• Doctorate Programmes
• Master's Degrees
• Bachelor's Degrees
• Postgraduate Diplomas
• Diplomas
• Long-term & Short-term Certificate Courses

📅 Application Closing Date : 10 July 2026

🔗 Click Below for More Details

🇱🇰 Details - Sinhala 🇮🇳 Details - Tamil 🇬🇧 Details - English

📝 Click Below for Application Form

🇱🇰 Application - Sinhala 🇮🇳 Application - Tamil 🇬🇧 Application - English

💻 Online Application

Apply Online

📞 Further Information

☎ Telephone : 0112 513645
👤 Chandana : 0714 931696
👤 Manoja : 0764 203645

🌐 Official Website : https://www.media.gov.lk

📑 Scholarship Notices (All Languages)

📌 Available Positions

✅ Digital Journalist Gr. III – Sinhala
✅ Digital Journalist Gr. III – English
✅ Digital Journalist Gr. III – Tamil
✅ Digital Journalist Gr. III – Videographer Cum Drone Operator

🎓 Basic Qualifications

• Diploma / NVQ in Journalism, Multimedia, Video Editing or related field.
• Candidates with G.C.E. A/L or O/L plus relevant professional qualifications and industry experience may also apply.
• Experience in digital content creation, journalism, video editing or aerial photography is required depending on the post.

⭐ Core Requirements

✔ Experience in digital content creation for websites and social media.
✔ Strong news sense and programme development skills.
✔ Proficiency in video editing and videography.
✔ Ability to work under tight deadlines.
✔ Good command of Sinhala, English or Tamil.

📅 Closing Date

14 June 2026

📧 How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their detailed resume to:

careers@lakehouse.lk

Please clearly mention the position applied for in the subject line.

🏢 Organization

The Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Limited (Lake House)
No. 35, D.R. Wijewardene Mawatha,
Colombo 10, Sri Lanka.

📰 Lake House Vacancies 2026

📚 Competition Details

Organizer : Department of Cultural Affairs
Competition : National Manuscript Competition 2026
Media : Sinhala | Tamil | English
Application Closing Date : 30 June 2026
Venue : Department of Cultural Affairs, 8th Floor, Sethsiripaya, Battaramulla

✍️ Eligible Categories

✅ Novels
✅ Short Stories
✅ Poetry Collections
✅ Young Adult Novels
✅ Children's Stories
✅ Science Fiction
✅ Folklore
✅ Critical Books (Literature / Cinema)
✅ Academic & Research Books related to:
    • Dance
    • Music
    • Art
    • Sculpture
    • Cinema
    • Photography
    • Drama
    • Mass Communication
    • Archaeology
    • History
    • Religion

📢 Important Information

• Applications and information can be obtained through the Cultural Officers attached to District and Divisional Secretariats.

• All manuscripts and completed applications should be submitted on or before 30 June 2026.

• Late applications and manuscripts will not be accepted.

🔗 Click Below for More Details & Application

🇱🇰 Download Sinhala Application 🇱🇰 தமிழ் விண்ணப்பம் பதிவிறக்கம்

📌 Course Highlights

✅ Course : Diploma in Educational Research Methodology
✅ SLQF Level : III
✅ Duration : 01 Year (Part-Time)
✅ Credits : 30 Credits
✅ Mode : Online / Blended Learning
✅ Face-to-Face Sessions : 40%
✅ Online Sessions : 60%
✅ Medium : Sinhala & Tamil
✅ Venue : National Institute of Education, Maharagama

👨‍🏫 Eligible Applicants

✔ Government, Government-Aided & Private School Teachers
✔ Principals
✔ Sri Lanka Education Administrative Service Officers (SLEAS)
✔ Sri Lanka Teacher Educators Service Officers (SLTES)
✔ In-Service Advisors / Senior Teacher Advisors
✔ NIE Academic Staff
✔ National College of Education Academic Staff
✔ Educational Professionals interested in research

Minimum Qualification:
Passed G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) with three subjects.

💰 Course Fees

Application Fee : Rs. 500/-
Registration Fee : Rs. 2,000/-
Course Fee : Rs. 50,000/-

(Course fee can be paid in two equal installments.)

📝 Selection Method

Selection will be based on an Interview.

🌐 How to Apply

1️⃣ Visit the NIE Application Portal.
2️⃣ Create a new account (Sign Up).
3️⃣ Complete your User Profile.
4️⃣ Select the Diploma in Educational Research Methodology intake.
5️⃣ Pay the Rs.500 application fee at any Bank of Ceylon branch.
6️⃣ Upload the payment receipt.
7️⃣ Submit the application and save your Application Reference Number.

📞 Contact Information

Course Information:
011 7601863
011 7601790
011 769794

Technical Support:
011 7601776
011 7601777

(Weekdays : 9.00 AM - 4.00 PM)

📅 Closing Date

31 July 2026

📢 Special Opportunity for Young Artists!

Applications are now invited for the 2026 Student Intake for various full-time Dance, Music and Art courses conducted by the Rural Arts Center.

✅ Course Fee - FREE
✅ Accommodation - FREE
✅ Monthly Learning Allowance - Rs. 3,000

🎓 National Diploma Courses (For A/L Qualified Applicants)

• National Diploma in Fine Arts – Dance & Instrumental (NVQ Level 05)
  Duration: 1½ Years
• National Diploma in Fine Arts – Music (Vocal) (NVQ Level 05)
  Duration: 1½ Years

🎨 Certificate Courses (Any Educational Qualification)

• Dance Artist Certificate Course (NVQ Level 04)
  Duration: 1 Year
• Music Artist Certificate Course – Vocal (North Indian Music) (NVQ Level 04)
  Duration: 1 Year
• Music Artist Certificate Course – Instrumental (Violin - North Indian Music) (NVQ Level 04)
  Duration: 1 Year
• Art Artist Certificate Course (NVQ Level 04)
  Duration: 1 Year

📌 Eligibility & Conditions

✅ All courses are Full-Time.
✅ Applicants must be Unmarried.
✅ Age Limit: 16 - 25 Years.
✅ Selection will be based on a Practical Examination.
✅ The decision of the examination board will be final.

📝 How to Apply

• Prepare an application including your Resume (CV).
• Attach educational qualification details.
• Include details of your special talents and skills.
• Applications can also be submitted through the official Google Form (contact via whatsappnumber to get google form link).

Important:
Mention the name of the course applied for on the top left corner of the envelope.

⏰ Closing Date

08 June 2026

Applications received after the closing date and incomplete applications will not be accepted.

📍 Address

Director,
Rural Arts Center,
No. 45,
New Parliament Road,
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte.

☎️ Inquiries

0112786716
0712350301
0704316371
0717761274
0719605239
0112786745

Email:
folkartcentersrilanka@gmail.com

📚 Shishyadhara 2026 - Find Your Nearest Approved Stationery Shop

Students and parents who have received the Shishyadhara 2026 Stationery Allowance QR Code can now easily locate the nearest approved shops through the official online portal.

📚 EB Syllabus for Teachers

New Efficiency Bar (EB) Syllabus and Circular for Sri Lanka Teachers' Service.
You can access the complete syllabus for EB I, EB II & EB III in both Sinhala and Tamil, together with the latest EB Circular.