The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued Public Administration Circular 09/2025(I) regarding the formalization of solid waste management activities in government institutions. According to this amendment circular, the purchase and use of single-use plastic water bottles in all government institutions must be completely discontinued with effect from 31.05.2026. Relevant Gazette Notifications and Circulars are provided below in Sinhala, Tamil and English languages.

The Ministry of Public Administration has officially launched the “SkillUp Gov” YouTube channel with the objective of enhancing the knowledge, professional skills, and attitudes of Sri Lankan public servants. The official launch ceremony was held at the “Nilamadura” auditorium in Narahenpita under the patronage of the Minister of Public Administration, Professor Chandana Abayarathne.

Public Administration Circular Letter 02/2026 – Utilization of Information Technology Tools for Daily Duties

The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued Public Administration Circular Letter 02/2026 dated 23.04.2026 regarding the utilization of Information Technology tools for daily duties. The circular informs Ministries, Provincial Councils and Departments to encourage the use of suitable digital tools in public service delivery. The related guidelines are available in Sinhala, Tamil and English through the Ministry of Digital Economy.

📢 Applications for Vacant Divisional Secretary Posts – 2026

The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has called for applications to fill currently vacant and upcoming Divisional Secretary Grade I posts in the Sri Lanka Administrative Service 

Applications are invited from Grade I and Grade II officers of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service (SLAS) who were recruited before 2016 

📌 Important Details

🗓 Closing Date

📅 Applications must reach on or before 01.03.2026 

📍 Vacant Divisional Secretariats

• Ampara – Uhana

• Monaragala – Sewanagala

• Trincomalee – Padavi Sripura

• Puttalam – Kalpitiya

• Mahakumukkadawala

• Pallama

• Wanathawilluwa 

📬 Applications Should Be Sent To

📅 Notice Date: 17.02.2026 

📢 Registration of Attorneys-at-Law to Serve as Disciplinary Inquiry Officers – 2026

The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has called for applications from qualified Attorneys-at-Law to be included in the Pool of Disciplinary Inquiry Officers  

This registration is carried out in accordance with Subsection 19:5 of Chapter XLVIII, Volume II of the Establishments Code of Sri Lanka 

✅ Qualifications Required

✔ Must possess more than 10 years of professional experience as an Attorney-at-Law
✔ Must be below 65 years of age
✔ Must submit a Letter of Good Standing issued by the Supreme Court 

📌 Important Notes

• Selection will be done by a committee appointed by the Secretary of the Ministry 

• The Certificate of Good Standing must be re-submitted every 5 years

• Payments for disciplinary inquiries will be determined based on Public Administration Circular 27/2025 dated 24.10.2025

🌐 How to Apply

Eligible Attorneys-at-Law should download the application form from:

🔗 www.pubad.gov.lk

🔗Application Can be Downloaded form Below Links

🔗 Application Can Be Downloaded from Below Links

Completed applications must be sent to:

Director General of Establishments
Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government
Independence Square
Colombo 07 

📅 Notice Date: 20.02.2026 

📢 Public Administration Circular 05/2026 Issued

The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued Public Administration Circular 05/2026 introducing new provisions regarding the maintenance of Government Vehicles.

This circular replaces provisions in Circular 30/2016 and introduces updated procedures related to:

• Fuel consumption must be re-tested:

  • After 12 months

  • After 25,000 km

  • After major engine repairs

• Testing must be conducted by running 80 km inside and outside city limits.

• Fuel per kilometer must be calculated accurately.

When vehicles are used for duties exceeding 100 km (200 km both ways), fuel advances must be granted to authorized officers.

• Daily Running Charts must be completed properly.

• Officer’s signature must be obtained after each journey.

• Vehicle details must be recorded immediately in log books.

• Any abnormal fuel variation must be investigated immediately.

Drivers must:

• Maintain daily running charts accurately.

• Wash vehicles at least once every two days.

• Follow Form General 268 & 268a guidelines.

• Maintain Annex 01 format introduced under Circular 13/2008.

Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action.

All government vehicle repairs must comply with the procurement guidelines issued by the National Procurement Commission.

📄 Official Circular Download

You can download and read the full official circular below:

📌 Circualrs are atatched Below

🇱🇰 Sinhala Circular 05 / 2026 🟠 Tamil Circular 05/2026 🔵 English Circular 05/2026

This circular is issued with the concurrence of the General Treasury and must be implemented without affecting actions initiated before 01.03.2026 under Circular 30/2016.