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01/06/2026

June 01, 2026

UGC Review Report on GWUIM Degree Programmes Released 2026 | Recommendations for 8 Degree Programmes

UGC Final Review Report on GWUIM Degree Programmes 2026


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UGC Review Report on GWUIM Degree Programmes Released

GWUIM උපාධි පාඨමාලා පිළිබඳ UGC සමාලෝචන වාර්තාව

GWUIM பட்டப்படிப்பு திட்டங்கள் தொடர்பான UGC மதிப்பாய்வு அறிக்கை

📌 About This Report

The University Grants Commission has released the final report of the Main Committee appointed to review selected degree programmes of the Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine.

The report reviews academic quality, curriculum suitability, staffing, infrastructure, professional relevance and graduate employability of the programmes.

🎓 Programmes Reviewed

  • Yoga and Parapsychology
  • Health Tourism & Hospitality Management
  • Biomedical Technology
  • Health Information and Communication Technology
  • Indigenous Medicinal Resources
  • Indigenous Pharmaceutical Technology
  • Service Management
  • Social Studies in Indigenous Knowledge

⚠️ Main Findings

  • Rapid expansion created academic and resource challenges
  • Some degree titles and curriculum content need better alignment
  • Staffing and infrastructure shortages were identified
  • Several programmes need major restructuring
  • Graduate identity and employability should be strengthened

✅ Programmes to Continue with Improvements

  • Biomedical Technology
  • Indigenous Medicinal Resources
  • Indigenous Pharmaceutical Technology
  • Social Studies in Indigenous Knowledge

🔄 Major Restructuring Recommended

  • Yoga and Parapsychology
  • Health Tourism & Hospitality Management
  • Health Information and Communication Technology

🚨 Service Management Programme

The committee recommends that the Service Management programme should not continue in its current form and should be revised before implementation.

📢 Important for Students

The report emphasizes that future decisions and implementation of recommendations should be clearly communicated to students, staff and other relevant stakeholders.

📥 Click Below for Full Report

Download the official full report released by the University Grants Commission.

📄 Download Full Report

22/05/2026

May 22, 2026

UGC University Admission Guide Book 2025/2026 PDF Download – Sinhala, Tamil & English

UGC University Admission Guide Book 2025 2026 PDF Download Sinhala Tamil English

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The University Grants Commission (UGC) has officially released the free University Admission Guide Book for the G.C.E. Advanced Level 2025 batch. This guide book is highly important for A/L students, A/L teachers, parents, and career guiders to understand university admissions, available degree programmes, stream requirements, Z-score details, and important university admission procedures in Sri Lanka.


UGC University Admission Guide Book 2025/2026
University Grants Commission has released the Free University Guide Book for G.C.E. A/L 2025 Batch
UGC University Admission Guide Book 2025/2026

🎓 A/L Teachers, A/L Students in 2026 & 2027 batches and Career Guiders must read this important guide book carefully.

📘 This guide includes:
  • Available Degree Programmes
  • University Admission Requirements
  • Z-Score Information
  • Course Details & Faculties
  • University Selection Guidelines
  • Career Opportunities
Click Below to Download the PDF Freely
Sinhala Guide Book
Download Sinhala PDF
Tamil Guide Book
Download Tamil PDF
English Guide Book
Download English PDF
Important Notice
📌 Students who are planning for University Admission after G.C.E. A/L Examination are strongly advised to read this guide book carefully before applying for university courses.

📌 Share this valuable guide with A/L students, teachers and parents.

01/05/2026

May 01, 2026

A/L 2025 Schooling Period Verification System for School Principals – Online Portal

 


MESSAGE FOR A/L SCHOOL PRINCIPALS

Schooling Period Verification System

For Candidates of G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination 2025

Important Notice

School principals should login to the school account and verify the schooling period details of students who applied for the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination 2025 from their school.

How to Verify Student Details

When certifying the university application page of a student, enter the relevant student’s index number in the search box. Then click the Edit button and enter the required information.

Principals can also update details of all students who applied for the G.C.E. (A/L) 2025 examination from the school by clicking the Edit button in each student record.

Special Note

If a student joined your school after 01.01.2023, provide details of each school and the relevant schooling period attended during the three-year period before that date.

After UGC Application Deadline

After the closing date for university admission applications for the academic year 2025/2026, principals should take a printout of the generated PDF, place the signature and official seal, and send it by registered post to:

Deputy Secretary,
University Admissions Department,
University Grants Commission,
No. 20, Ward Place,
Colombo 07.

Click Below for the Online Portal

ONLINE PORTAL

UGC Contact Details

Mr. H. D. R. Karunarathne – Deputy Secretary
Tel: +94 112685758 | Mobile: +94 716337204
Email: rasika@ugc.ac.lk | Fax: +94 112691678

Ms. M. M. H. Fernando – Senior Assistant Secretary
Tel: +94 112123539 | Mobile: +94 701565705
Email: hansika@ugc.ac.lk | Fax: +94 112691678

Ms. K. V. U. Perera – Senior Assistant Secretary
Tel: +94 112123415 | Mobile: +94 716337192
Email: vijini@ugc.ac.lk | Fax: +94 112691678

Ms. A. A. Wickramasena – Senior Assistant Secretary
Tel: +94 112123538 | Mobile: +94 701565708
Email: amanadee@ugc.ac.lk | Fax: +94 112691678

Ms. D. D. Kariyawasam – Senior Public Relations Officer
Tel: +94 112123481 | Mobile: +94 701298077
Email: damitha@ugc.ac.lk | Fax: +94 112691678

25/04/2026

April 25, 2026

GCE A/L 2025 University Admission – Stream Wise Intake, New Courses & Apply Date (Sri Lanka)

University Admission 2025 GCE A/L stream wise allocation student intake new course details application date Sri Lanka UGC

  

University Admissions 2025/2026

Applications Start from April 28

🎓 Total Students to be Enrolled: 42,937
📊 Admission Breakdown by Stream
Medicine2,095
Engineering2,238
Management5,474
Arts6,983
Engineering Technology (ET)1,331
Biosystems Technology (BST)1,320
✨ Newly Introduced Degree Programmes
📍 University of Ruhuna
🌍 Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
👨‍🎓 Intake: 50 Students
📍 University of Peradeniya
⚡ Electronics & Intelligent Systems Engineering
👨‍🎓 Intake: 50 Students
📢 Important Notice

The Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC), Senior Professor Kapila Seneviratne, announced that applications for the 2025/2026 university admission will be called from April 28.

📥 Click Below for Full Details
📘 University Guide Book
🎭 Aptitude Test Details
Included in the Full Details Page
👉 View University Admission Full Details

09/04/2026

April 09, 2026

University Application - 2025 A/L

 




🎓 University Admission Updates – GCE A/L 2025

📝 Application Period

28.04.2025 19.05.2025

📘 University Guide Book

RELEASED

🏬 Book Shop Details

📍 Click Here

🧠 Aptitude Test Details

🧠 Aptitude Test Details

Mass Media -Sri Pali PendingC
Perforing Arts - Sri Palee Pending
Architecture - Moratuwa Closing Date 06.05.2026
Design - Moratuwa Closing Date 06.05.2026
Fashion Design - Moratuwa Closing Date 06.05.2026
Music - J'pura Pending
Music - Jaffna Closing Date 07.05.2026
Music - Vipulananda Closing Date 13.05.2026
Music - VPA Closing Date 11.05.2026
Dance - Jaffna Closing Date 07.05.2026
Dance - Vipulananda Closing Date 13.05.2026
Dance - VPA Closing Date 11.05.2026
Art and Design - Jaffna Closing Date 07.05.2026
Drama and theatre - Vipulananda Closing Date 13.05.2026
Dramaand theatre - VPA Closing Date 11.05.2026
Visual Tech Art - Vipulananda Closing Date 13.05.2026
Physcial Education - Jaffna Closing Date 07.05.2026
Physcial Education - Sabaragamuwa Pending
Sports Science - J Pura Pending
Sports Science - Kelaniya CLosing Date 11.05.2026
Sports Science - Sabaragamuwa Pending
Visualarts - VPA Closing Date 11.05.2026
Landcape Architecture - Moratuwa Closing Date 06.05.2026
Film and television - Kelaniya CLosing Date 11.05.2026

🌐 Aptitude Full Details

🚀 Click Here to Apply

🔽 CLICK BELOW FOR ALL APTITUDE DETAILS & APPLICATION
📘 APTITUDE EXAM FULL DETAILS

🌐 Registration Link

🚀 Click Here to Apply

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16/11/2025

November 16, 2025

University Admission for Blind and Differently Abled Candidates - 2024 A/L


Applications are hereby invited by the University Grants Commission (UGC) from blind students and differently abled students who sat for the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination 2024, to follow degree programmes listed below, under the special admission provision for the Academic Year 2024/2025.

Eligibility Requirements 
  • Blind candidates must have followed the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination 2024 in Braille system. 
  • Differently abled candidates must submit a valid medical certificate 
  • The blind and differently abled students who have not applied for university admissions under the normal intake for the Academic Year 2024/2025 are also eligible to apply under this special provision. 
  • Candidates who previously applied under this special admission provision may reapply for the courses of study given below. 
  • The order of preference of courses should be clearly indicated in the application form. 
  • Applicants applying for courses of study requiring practical/aptitude tests must have passed the relevant tests conducted by the respective universities. Universities will conduct practical/aptitude tests in this regard.


Click Below for More Details








07/09/2025

September 07, 2025

Special University Admission for Talented in Sports


The University Grants Commission will entertain applications from candidates who have excelled in the field of sports to follow a course of study in Sports Science & Management conducted by Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, University of Sri Jayewardenepura and University of Kelaniya and to follow a course of study in Physical Education conducted by Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka and University of Jaffna.

The requirements to be fulfilled for Special Admission:
  • Winning medals or participation in Olympic Games.
  • Winning at least Gold, Silver or Bronze Medals in Commonwealth Games, Asian Games or SAARC Games.
  • Member of a national team representing Sri Lanka at Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, SAARC Games or in a recognized World Cup in a sport such as Cricket, Football, Rugby, Volleyball, Netball or any other sport as decided by the University Grants Commission.
Closing Date 07.10.2025

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25/08/2025

August 25, 2025

Z Score Cut Off Marks Released - GCE A/L 2024

 


university Grant Commission ahs released the University Z score curt off marks for the GCE A/L 2024 Batch.

Medicine - University of Colombo
Colombo 2.3517
Gampaha 2.4035
Matale - 2.7472
Ampara - 2.4008
Kegalle - 2.4686

Click Below for the Z Score Cut Off Marks

English 

Sinhala

File is attached Below



11/08/2025

August 11, 2025

University Application with Foreign Qualifications


Applications are invited for the admission of Students with foreign qualifications to undergraduate courses of the Universities in Sri Lanka.

Closing Date 01.09.2025

Notes for Guidance 
  • This form should be used if you wish to apply for an undergraduate degree program in a Sri Lankan University as a student with Foreign Qualifications for the Academic Year 2024/2025. 
  • Application form and the Admissions Handbook for the Students with Foreign Qualifications valid for the Academic Year 2024/2025 are available on the UGC website (www.ugc.ac.lk). 
  • Before completing this form, please refer the Admissions Handbook for the Students with Foreign Qualifications valid for the Academic Year 2024/2025 to check your eligibility, course details and other vital information. In order to make your application successful you must meet all the necessary requirements, which can be found in the Admissions Handbook for the Students with Foreign Qualifications valid for the Academic Year 2024/2025. 
  • When completing the form, please ensure that you provide your full name as appeared in your passport. 
  • Please provide all the supporting documents in English, we require officially translated versions as well as copies in the original language. 
  • Please provide originals/certified copies of all the supporting documents duly authenticated by relevant authorities as specified in the Section 10.2 of the Part I of this Handbook
  • Every application should be accompanied by a Draft of US $ 100 payable to the University Grants Commission, being the application processing fee. You can transfer this amount telegraphically as well. (Refer Section 6 (b) of the Part I of this handbook) 
  • Do not leave any section of this application unanswered. Please write “N/A” in all irrelevant sections. 
  • Application should be A4 sized. When preparing your application & documents for submission, place your application first followed by the supporting documents. You should not separate the pages of the application and place supporting documents in between the application pages. Application & supporting documents should be bound in an easily detachable way. Avoid any kind of permanent binding such as spiral binding or staples.
  • All the applications should be forwarded to Deputy Secretary/University Admissions, University Grants Commission, No 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka on or before the closing date. 
  • Children of Sri Lankan diplomats seeking admission to Universities in Sri Lanka should forward their applications through the Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism, Republic Building, Sir Baron Jayathilake Mawatha, Colombo 01, Sri Lanka to reach Deputy Secretary/University Admissions, University Grants Commission, No 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka on or before the closing date. 
  • All applications will be acknowledged (via e-mails) within two weeks of receiving the applications. 
  • If you have any questions about filling out your application form, please do not hesitate to contact the Admissions Department Tel: +94-11-2695301/02, +94-11-2123415 Fax: +94-11-2691678 E-mail: foreignadmissions@ugc.ac.lk 
Click Below for the Handbook

18/06/2025

09/05/2025

May 09, 2025

University Application 2024/25 (2024 A/L)



Online Application for the University Admission of the  Academic Year 2024/25 Released. GCE A/L 2024 Students can apply

Closing Date 30.05.2025

Click Below for More Details
  • How to Apply for the University (Video Guide)
  • Aptitude Test Application for All Courses


02/05/2025

May 02, 2025

University Handbook - 2024/2025 (for 2024 A/L)


University handbook for the Admission to Sri Lankan Universities for the academic year 2024/25 for GCE A/L 2024 Students has been Released.

Click Below for the Bookshop List


Distribute the Handbooks among agency bookshops island wide 
2025.05.02 

Date students can obtain the University Admission Handbook 
2025.05.03 

Commencing Date of calling Applications 
2025.05.09 

Closing Date for submitting Applications 
2025.05.30

Method to obtain the University Admissions Handbook valid for the academic year 2024/2025 

University Admissions Handbook valid for the academic year 2024/2025 can be obtained in following methods by making a cash payment of Rs. 1000/= in respect of each Handbook. 

  • From the University Grants Commission Secretariat, No. 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07. 
  • From the Distributing Agents appointed by the University Grants Commission for selling the University Admissions Handbooks. 
  • University Admissions Handbooks can also be obtained by post. 
    • When University Admissions Handbooks are obtained by post, the applicants should make a deposit of Rs. 1000/= in respect of each Handbook at any Branch of the Bank of Ceylon or People’s Bank to the credit of the UGC Collection Account No. 0002323287 at Torrington Branch of the Bank of Ceylon or Collection Account No. 167-1-001-4- 3169407 at Town Hall Branch of the People’s Bank by filling in the paying-in-voucher provided by the Bank. 
    • The counterfoil of the paying-in-voucher duly authenticated by the Bank with the seal and the signature of an authorized officer should be sent along with the written request for University Admissions Handbooks.
    • Every written request for Handbooks should be made to the Deputy Secretary/University Admissions, University Grants Commission, No. 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07 by post, giving the name of the applicant and the medium in which the applicant wishes to have the Handbook on admission procedure. 
    • In addition, a self-addressed un-stamped envelope of not less than 37cm X 26 cm in size should be forwarded along with the written request. Any Clarification contact information Centre of University Grants Commission

 


13/09/2024

September 13, 2024

University Admission with Foreign Qualifications


Applications are invited for the University Entrance 2023/24 from the students with foreign Qualifications from University Grants Commission.

Closing Date 09 Oct 2024


Courses
  1. Medicine
  2. Dental Surgery
  3. Veterinary Science
  4. Agriculture
  5. Food Science & Nutrition
  6. Biological Science
  7. Applied Sciences (Bio. Science)
  8. Engineering
  9. Engineering (EM)
  10. Engineering (TM)
  11. Transport Management & Logistics Engineering (TMLE)
  12. Quantity Surveying
  13. Computer Science
  14. Physical Science
  15. Surveying Science
  16. Applied Sciences (Phy. Science)
  17. Management
  18. Real Estate Management and Valuation
  19. Commerce
  20. Arts
  21. Arts (SP) - Mass Media
  22. Arts (SP) - Performing Arts
  23. Arts (SAB)
  24. Management Studies (TV)
  25. Architecture
  26. Design
  27. Law
  28. Information Technology (IT)
  29. Management & Information Technology (MIT)
  30. Management (Public) Honours
  31. Communication Studies
  32. Town & Country Planning
  33. Peace & Conflict Resolution
  34. Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery
  35. Unani Medicine & Surgery
  36. Fashion Design & Product Development
  37. Food Science & Technology
  38. Siddha Medicine & Surgery
  39. Nursing
  40. Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
  41. Agricultural Technology & Management
  42. Health Promotion
  43. Pharmacy
  44. Medical Laboratory Sciences
  45. Radiography
  46. Physiotherapy
  47. Environmental Conservation & Management
  48. Facilities Management
  49. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  50. Industrial Statistics & Mathematical Finance
  51. Statistics & Operations Research
  52. Fisheries & Marine Sciences
  53. Islamic Studies
  54. Science & Technology
  55. Computer Science & Technology
  56. Entrepreneurship & Management
  57. Animal Production and Food Technology
  58. Music
  59. Dance
  60. Art & Design
  61. Drama & Theatre
  62. Visual & Technological Arts
  63. Export Agriculture
  64. Industrial Information Technology
  65. Mineral Resources & Technology
  66. Business Information Systems (Honours) (BIS)
  67. Management & Information Technology (SEUSL)
  68. Physical Education
  69. Sports Science & Management
  70. Speech & Hearing Sciences
  71. Arabic Language
  72. Visual Arts
  73. Animal Sciences & Fisheries
  74. Food Production & Technology Management
  75. Aquatic Resources Technology
  76. Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management
  77. Information Technology & Management
  78. Tourism & Hospitality Management
  79. Agricultural Resource Management & Technology
  80. Agribusiness Management
  81. Green Technology
  82. Information Systems
  83. Landscape Architecture
  84. Translation Studies
  85. Software Engineering
  86. Film & Television Studies
  87. Project Management
  88. Engineering Technology (ET)
  89. Biosystems Technology (BST)
  90. Information Communication Technology
  91. Physical Science-ICT
  92. Marine & Fresh Water Sciences
  93. Food Business Management
  94. Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
  95. Business Science
  96. Financial Engineering
  97. Geographical Information Science
  98. Social Work
  99. Financial Mathematics & Industrial Statistics
  100. Human Resource Development
  101. Occupational Therapy
  102. Optometry
  103. Artificial Intelligence
  104. Applied Chemistry
  105. Electronics and Computer Science
  106. Indigenous Medicinal Resources
  107. Health Information and Communication Technology
  108. Health Tourism and Hospitality Management
  109. Biomedical Technology
  110. Indigenous Pharmaceutical Technology
  111. Yoga and Parapsychology
  112. Social Studies in Indigenous Knowledge
  113. Accounting Information Systems
  114. Arts - Information Technology
  115. Aquatic Bioresources
  116. Urban Bioresources
  117. Banking and Insurance
  118. Financial Economics
  119. English Language & Applied Linguistics
  120. Creative Music Technology and Production
  121. Plantation Management and Technology
  122. Data Science
  123. Primary Education
  124. Medical Imaging Technology
  125. Polymer Science and Industrial Management
Click Below for More Details


06/09/2024

September 06, 2024

Results Released - University Selection (2023A/L)



University Grant Commission Has released the results of University Selection for the 2023 GCE A/L Batch. 

You can Check it around 6 pm today. It will be released to the website at 6 pm TODAY

Sat for the Exam - 269 613
Qualified to Apply - 173 444

Applied  - 87 723
Selected - 41 895

Selected Students, Streamwise
Bio Science - 9963
Physical Science - 7609
Commerce - 8080
Arts - 11 601
E Tech 2377
BST -  1545
Others  - 720

You can Check Your Selection Via SMS too

UGC index No and Send to 1919 

For More Information
0112 695 301
0112 695 302


Appeal Should be forwarded within 4 Weeks from Today

Click below to Check your Selected Course and University.


Click Below for the A Score Cut of District wise

Click  Below for the Guide Book for More Details on University Entrance

27/08/2024

Jobs & Courses Closing Soon – Apply Before Deadline

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