VTA Vacancies 2026
March 29, 2026
Vocational Training Authority Instructor Vacancies 2026 – Apply Online Before 22 April
Applications are invited by the Vocational Training Authority of Sri Lanka from qualified, competent, and efficient Sri Lankan citizens for permanent Instructor vacancies in several trade areas. These posts belong to the Management Assistant (Technological) service category, and eligible candidates must apply online on or before 22 April 2026.
Vocational Training Authority Instructor Vacancies 2026
Vacancy Overview
Applications are invited from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for permanent Instructor vacancies in the Vocational Training Authority of Sri Lanka.
These vacancies are available under the Management Assistant (Technological) service category.
Post Name
Post of Instructor (Trade Wise)
Permanent service positions in various training subject areas.
Service Category & Salary
Service Category: Management Assistant (Technological) (MA 2-2)
Salary Scale: Rs. 50,540 – 10x540 – 7x630 – 4x1,080 – 20x1,280 – 90,270
Salary Step from 01.01.2025: Rs. 46,960.00
Government approved allowances are applicable.
Age Limit
Applicants should be not less than 22 years and not more than 45 years.
The age limit does not apply to those employed in Government or State Statutory Institutions.
Required Qualifications
- NVQ Level 5 or higher in the relevant field from a recognized Technical/Vocational Training Institution.
- OR NVQ Level 4 in the relevant field with at least 3 years of experience after obtaining the qualification.
- Experience should be in a government institution, state corporation, board, statutory body, or recognized private institution.
- For Instructor (English Language), candidates must have at least a diploma-level qualification or higher from a recognized institution.
Training Subject Areas
01. Agricultural Machinery & Equipment Mechanic
02. Automobile Air Conditioning Technician
03. Automobile Painter
04. Automobile Electrician
05. Automobile Tinker
06. Automobile Technician
07. Automobile Technology
08. Motorcycle Mechanic & Three-Wheeler Mechanic
09. Aluminum Fabricator
10. Plumber
11. Electrician
12. Electronic Appliances Technician
13. Automation and Robotic Technology
14. Electronic Technology
15. Mobile Phone Repairing Craftsman
16. Solar Photovoltaic Systems Technician / Solar Power
17. Baker / Commis 1 (Pastry & Bakery)
18. Professional Cookery
19. Room Attendant
20. Caregiver (Child)
21. Preschool Teacher (Early Childhood Development)
22. Beautician & Hair Dresser
23. Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
24. Fabricator (Metal)
25. Fitter (General)
26. Machinist (General)
27. Machinist (CNC Milling & Lathe Operator)
28. CNC Manufacturing Technology
29. Welding Technology
30. Welder (GAS / ARC / TIG / MAG)
Important Application Details
- Applicants must complete the online application form published on the VTA website.
- Applications sent by post will not be accepted.
- Late applications and applications without relevant qualifications will be rejected.
- Recruitment will be through an open written competitive examination and/or structured interview and/or practical test.
- Selected candidates must be prepared to serve in any location in the island based on service requirement.
Office Address
Chairman / Chief Executive Officer
Sri Lanka Vocational Training Authority
“Nipunatha Piyasa”, 4th Floor, No. 354/2, Elvitigala Mawatha, Narahenpita, Colombo 05
Telephone: 0112-596516 / 17
Closing Date: 22.04.2026
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