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Sri Lanka Electricity Tariff Revision May 2026 | New Electricity Charges

Sri Lanka Electricity Tariff Revision May 2026 New Electricity Charges


⚡ Electricity Tariff Revision – May 2026

New Electricity Charges Effective From 11 May 2026

📌 Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved the new electricity tariff revision effective from 11.05.2026.

🏠 Domestic Users are clearly divided into:
✔️ 0 – 60 kWh Category
✔️ Above 60 – 180 kWh Category
✔️ Above 180 kWh Category
🏠 Domestic Category – 0 to 60 kWh
Block Energy Charge Fixed Charge
0 – 30 kWh Rs. 5.00 Rs. 80.00
31 – 60 kWh Rs. 9.00 Rs. 210.00
⚡ Domestic Category – Above 60 to 180 kWh
Block Energy Charge Fixed Charge
0 – 60 kWh Rs. 14.00 N/A
61 – 90 kWh Rs. 20.00 Rs. 400.00
91 – 120 kWh Rs. 28.00 Rs. 1,000.00
121 – 180 kWh Rs. 44.00 Rs. 1,500.00
🔥 Domestic Category – Above 180 kWh
Block Energy Charge Fixed Charge
0 – 180 kWh Rs. 32.50 N/A
Above 180 kWh Rs. 100.00 Rs. 2,500.00
⏰ Time of Use Electricity Tariff (Optional)
Time Period Charge
Day Time (05:30 – 18:30) Rs. 47.00
Peak Time (18:30 – 22:30) Rs. 106.00
Off Peak Time (22:30 – 05:30) Rs. 33.00
Monthly Fixed Charge Rs. 2,500.00
📌 Important Notice
✔️ Applicable for 30-day billing cycle.

✔️ New tariff revision effective from 11 May 2026.

✔️ Charges vary according to monthly electricity consumption category.

✔️ Optional Time of Use tariff available for domestic users.

📄 Electricity Tariff Revision – May 2026

12/05/2026

May 12, 2026

Graduate Teachers’ Service Exam Admission Cards Released 2026

Graduate Teachers Service Competitive Examination Admission Card Released 2026 Sri Lanka

 

Admission Cards Released for Graduate Teachers’ Service Competitive Examination 2026
National & Provincial Schools Teacher Recruitment Examination – 2026
Please Note- Seperate Download option for Graduates in Public Service and Graduates. Graduates in Public Service select First Option and Graduates select Second option to download Admission Card
ශ්‍රී ලංකා ගුරු සේවයේ උපාධිධාරී ගුරු බඳවා ගැනීමේ තරඟ විභාගයේ විභාග ප්‍රවේශ පත්‍ර නිකුත් කරයි – 2026

இலங்கை ஆசிரியர் சேவைக்கான பட்டதாரி ஆசிரியர் ஆட்சேர்ப்பு போட்டித் தேர்வு அனுமதி அட்டைகள் வெளியீடு – 2026
Admission Cards for the Competitive Examination for the Recruitment of Graduates to the Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service in Sinhala, Tamil & English Medium Schools have now been released.
Exam Date : 24 May 2026

Important Instructions

  • Download your admission card immediately.
  • Check your name, NIC number and examination centre carefully.
  • Bring your Admission Card and valid NIC to the examination hall.
  • Keep multiple printed copies of the admission card for safety.
  • Follow all instructions mentioned on the admission card.
Click Below to Download Your Admission Card

විභාග ප්‍රවේශ පත්‍රය බාගත කිරීමට පහත බොත්තම ක්ලික් කරන්න

அனுமதி அட்டையை பதிவிறக்கம் செய்ய கீழே கிளிக் செய்யவும்
Graduate Teaching Exam 2026
Examination Timetable
📅 Exam Date : 24 May 2026 | Sunday
Paper 01
APTITUDE
📅 Date : 2026-05-24 Sunday
⏰ Time : 09.00 AM - 10.00 AM
Paper 02
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
📅 Date : 2026-05-24 Sunday
⏰ Time : 11.00 AM - 12.00 Noon
⚠️ Candidates should arrive early with Admission Card and valid NIC.
May 12, 2026

Grade 01 New Syllabus Teachers’ Guides 2026 PDF Download | Sinhala & Tamil Medium

 

Grade 01 New Syllabus Teachers Guides 2026 PDF Download Sinhala Tamil Medium

The National Institute of Education (NIE) has released the new Grade 01 Teachers’ Guides for the 2026 syllabus reform. Teachers can now download official PDF guides for Sinhala and Tamil medium subjects including Mathematics, Buddhism, Christianity, Catholicism, Islam, Environmental Studies and more. Full Term 01, 02 and 03 learning guidance materials are now available.

Grade 01 New Syllabus Teachers’ Guides 2026 Released
Teachers’ Guides for the New Grade 01 Syllabus – 2026 are now available for download. Full teaching guides for Term 01, Term 02 and Term 03 can now be accessed online through NIE Sri Lanka.

ශ්‍රේණි 01 නව නිර්දේශ ගුරු මාර්ගෝපදේශ 2026 දැන් නිකුත් කර ඇත.

தரம் 01 புதிய பாடத்திட்ட ஆசிரியர் வழிகாட்டிகள் 2026 தற்போது வெளியிடப்பட்டுள்ளன.
✅ Full Teachers’ Guides for Term 01, 02 and 03 are now available.
✅ Download official NIE PDF Guides instantly.
✅ Useful for Grade 01 Teachers, Parents and Education Officers.
May 12, 2026

Department of Examinations Admission Cards Released 2026 for ICT Service, Technical Officer & Combined Drivers’ Service Exams

 

Department of Examinations Sri Lanka Admission Cards Released 2026 for ICT Service Technical Officer and Combined Drivers Service Exams

The Department of Examinations – Sri Lanka has officially released the Admission Cards for several competitive examinations scheduled to be held on 17 May 2026. Candidates appearing for the Sri Lanka Information and Communication Technology Service, Sri Lanka Technological Service and Combined Drivers’ Service examinations can now download their admission cards online through the official website of the Department of Examinations.

Department of Examinations Admission Cards Released 2026
විභාග ප්‍රවේශ පත්‍ර නිකුත් කරයි | பரீட்சை அனுமதி அட்டைகள் வெளியிடப்பட்டுள்ளன
Admission Cards for the following examinations have been issued online through the Department of Examinations website.
Exam 01
Sri Lanka ICT Service Exam

Open Competitive Examination for Recruitment to Class 3 Grade III of Sri Lanka Information and Communication Technology Service - 2025 (2026)

Date: 17 May 2026
Venue: Main Towns
Exam 02
Technical Officer Grade III Exam

Open Competitive Examination for Recruitment to the Post of Technical Officer Grade III in the Sri Lanka Technological Service of the Finance Commission - 2025 (2026)

Date: 17 May 2026
Venue: Colombo
Exam 03
Combined Drivers’ Service Exam

Open Competitive Examination for Recruitment to Grade III of Combined Drivers’ Service - 2026

Date: 17 May 2026
Venue: Colombo
Important Notice for Candidates
  • Admission Cards will not be dispatched by post for these examinations.
  • Candidates should download their Admission Cards online.
  • Check your personal details and examination centre carefully.
  • Bring your Admission Card and valid identity document to the examination hall.
Contact Details
Telephone: 011-2785230 / 011-3661244
Email: organization@doenets.lk
May 12, 2026

Central Provincial Road Development Authority Vacancies 2026 – Engineer, Technical Officer, Foreman & More

Central Provincial Road Development Authority Vacancies 2026 Sri Lanka

 

Central Provincial Road Development Authority Vacancies 2026
Employment Opportunities – Government Vacancies in Sri Lanka
📌 Ministry of Provincial Road Development, Transport, Power and Energy and Housing and Constructions

📌 Recruitment of Additional Staff for the Central Provincial Road Development Authority

📌 Multiple Government Job Vacancies Available

📌 Engineer | Surveyor | Technical Officer | Foreman | Technical Assistant | Designer / Planner
Available Vacancies

Engineer (Civil)

  • No. of Posts – 03
  • Monthly Allowance – Rs. 99,510/-
  • Civil Engineering Degree Required
  • Age Limit – 22 to 45 Years

Quantity Surveyor

  • No. of Posts – 03
  • Monthly Allowance – Rs. 99,510/-
  • Degree / Chartered Qualification
  • Age Limit – 22 to 45 Years

Surveyor

  • No. of Posts – 01
  • Monthly Allowance – Rs. 99,510/-
  • Surveying Degree Required
  • Age Limit – 22 to 45 Years

Technical Officer

  • No. of Posts – 12
  • Monthly Allowance – Rs. 83,433/-
  • NVQ Level Qualifications Required
  • Experience Required

Technical Assistant

  • No. of Posts – 20
  • Monthly Allowance – Rs. 64,760/-
  • NCT / NCIT Civil Qualification
  • Age Limit – 18 to 45 Years

Designer / Planner

  • No. of Posts – 02
  • Monthly Allowance – Rs. 64,760/-
  • NCED Qualification Required
  • Age Limit – 18 to 45 Years

Foreman

  • No. of Posts – 30
  • Monthly Allowance – Rs. 61,112/-
  • O/L + Construction Related Qualification
  • Age Limit – 18 to 45 Years
✅ Applicants should be citizens of Sri Lanka.

✅ Applications must include copies of relevant certificates and qualifications.

✅ Recruitment will be based on a structured interview process.

✅ Experience in the relevant field will be given priority.
Closing Date : 27.05.2026

Click Below for Vacancy Details

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May 12, 2026

GCF Knuckles Project Vacancies 2026 | Deputy Project Director & Project Accountant Posts



 

GCF Knuckles Project Vacancies 2026

Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation

Recruitment of Project Staff

ගොවිජන සංවර්ධන හා කෘෂිකර්ම අමාත්‍යාංශයේ රැකියා ඇබෑර්තු 2026

விவசாய அமைச்சின் வேலைவாய்ப்புகள் 2026

Vacancy Announcement

Applications are invited from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for recruitment under the GCF – Knuckles Project implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation.

📌 Closing Date : 19.05.2026
📌 Contract Basis Recruitment
📌 Applicants should be below 64 years of age
Available Vacancies
Deputy Project Director
Category B 01 Vacancy DMS Circular 02/2026
Project Accountant
Category D1 01 Vacancy DMS Circular 02/2026
Vacancy Summary
No Post No of Vacancies
01 Deputy Project Director 01
02 Project Accountant 01
Important Information
  • Applicants should possess sound knowledge of Government regulations.
  • Computer literacy and proficiency in English are essential.
  • Previous experience in foreign-funded projects will be considered an added advantage.
  • The project is scheduled to continue until 28.02.2029.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.
  • Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.
Application Submission Address

National Project Director,
GCF Knuckles Project,
10th Floor, No. 500,
Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka,
T.B. Jaya Mawatha,
Colombo 10.

Please mention the applied post on the top left corner of the envelope.
May 12, 2026

Sri Lanka Ports Authority Vacancies 2026 – Calassie (Non-Craft) Recruitment

Sri Lanka Ports Authority Calassie Non Craft Vacancies 2026

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Sri Lanka Ports Authority Vacancies 2026
ශ්‍රී ලංකා වරාය අධිකාරියේ රැකියා ඇබෑර්තු 2026

இலங்கை துறைமுக அதிகாரசபை வேலைவாய்ப்புகள் 2026
Calassie (Non-Craft) Vacancies

Applications are invited from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for recruitment to the Sri Lanka Ports Authority.

Vacancy Details

Post No of Vacancies Qualifications
Calassie (Non-Craft) 10 Passed G.C.E. O/L in 6 subjects including Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings.

Ability to swim required.

Salary Details

✔ Salary Code : 11:2 (NS2)
✔ Initial Salary Step : Rs. 33,815/=
✔ Annual Increment : Rs. 290/=
✔ Approximate Monthly Gross Salary : Rs. 109,000/=

Age Limit

Applicants should be between 18 – 45 years of age.

Important Information

✔ Applicants must pass the relevant practical test and interview.
✔ Applicants should be physically and mentally fit.
✔ This is a permanent post with EPF & ETF benefits.
✔ Applications received after the closing date will be rejected.
Closing Date
03.06.2026

Send Applications To

Chief Manager (Human Resources and Administration)
Human Resources and Administration Division
Sri Lanka Ports Authority,
Kochchikade,
Colombo 13.

Click Below for Sinhala | Tamil | English Details
May 12, 2026

IRD Tax Payment Notice 2025/2026 – 4th Installment Payment Deadline Before 15 May 2026

IRD Sri Lanka 4th Installment Tax Payment Notice 2025 2026


 

IRD TAX PAYMENT NOTICE 2025/2026
Inland Revenue Department – Sri Lanka
4th Installment Payment Deadline
15 MAY 2026

Taxpayers are requested to make the payments on or before the due date to avoid penalties and interest charges.

Tax Type Codes & Payment Period Codes

Tax Type Tax Type Code Payment Period Code Category
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) 02 25264 S
Individual Income Tax (IIT) 05 25264 S
Partnership Income Tax (PIT) 09 25264 S

Important Instructions

✔ Online Tax Payments can be made through the Online Tax Payment Platform (OTPP).
✔ CIT / PIT / IIT payments can also be made at any branch of Bank of Ceylon.
✔ Interest and penalties will be imposed for late payments or non-payments.
✔ Realization of bank drafts after the due date will also be considered as late payment.
✔ Hotline for Assistance: 1944

11/05/2026

May 11, 2026

Website Restored After Cyber Attack

 

Ministry of Public Administration Sri Lanka website restored after alleged Anonymous cyber attack

Website Back to Normal After Alleged Anonymous Cyber Attack
🇱🇰 අනුමාන Anonymous සයිබර් ප්‍රහාරයෙන් පසු වෙබ් අඩවිය යථා තත්ත්වයට

🇹🇦 Anonymous சைபர் தாக்குதலுக்கு பின் இணையதளம் மீண்டும் வழமையான நிலைக்கு
⚠️ Ministry of Public Administration Website Services Restored Successfully

The previously affected government website has now been restored and is functioning normally after the reported cyber attack incident.

Last week, the Ministry of Public Administration website was reportedly targeted in a cyber attack claimed to be linked to the Anonymous group.

Authorities have taken necessary actions to recover the system, and online services are now accessible again for the public.

Users can now access the official website normally for government-related information and services.

🌐 Government Online Services Are Accessible Again
May 11, 2026

SLGTI Kilinochchi Free Courses 2026 | NVQ Level 4 & 5 Admissions Open | Sri Lanka German Training Institute

SLGTI Kilinochchi Free NVQ Level 4 and Level 5 Courses 2026 Admissions Open Post


SLGTI FREE COURSES 2026

Sri Lanka German Training Institute – Kilinochchi

Admissions Now Open

NVQ Level 04 & NVQ Level 05 Courses

Sri Lanka German Training Institute Free Courses 2026
ශ්‍රී ලංකා ජර්මානු පුහුණු ආයතනයේ නොමිලේ පාඨමාලා 2026
இலங்கை ஜெர்மன் பயிற்சி நிறுவன இலவச பாடநெறிகள் 2026

Courses Offered

🚗 Automotive Technology

  • Automobile Technology (NVQ Level 5)
  • Automobile Technician (NVQ Level 4)

🏗 Construction Technology

  • Construction Technology (NVQ Level 5)
  • Construction Site Supervisor (NVQ Level 4)

⚡ Electrical & Electronics

  • Mechatronics (NVQ Level 5)
  • Electrical Technology (NVQ Level 5)
  • Electrician (NVQ Level 4)
  • Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician

🍞 Food Technology

  • Food Technology (NVQ Level 5)
  • Laboratory Assistant (NVQ Level 4)
  • Baker (NVQ Level 4)

💻 ICT Technology

  • Information & Communication Technology (NVQ Level 5)
  • Computer Hardware & Network Technician (NVQ Level 4)

⚙ Mechanical Technology

  • Production Technology (NVQ Level 5)
  • Welder (NVQ Level 4)
  • Machinist (NVQ Level 4)

Admission Requirements

NVQ Level 04

  • Should be a citizen of Sri Lanka
  • Completed up to NVQ Level 3 in relevant field OR
  • Passed G.C.E O/L with 6 passes including Mathematics & Mother Language
  • Age Limit : 16 – 24
  • Medium : English & Tamil

NVQ Level 05

  • Should be a citizen of Sri Lanka
  • Completed up to NVQ Level 4 in relevant field OR
  • G.C.E A/L with required passes
  • Technology / Physical Science / Bio Science Streams
  • Medium : English
Important Notes

✅ Courses Start in July 2026
✅ Hostel Facilities Available
✅ Selection Test will be conducted if applications exceed limits
✅ Application Fee : Rs. 1000
✅ Closing Date : 15.06.2026

Contact Information

  • Institution : Sri Lanka German Training Institute
  • Location : Ariyaval Nagar, Kilinochchi
  • Telephone : 021 492 77 99
  • WhatsApp : 070 306 0138
  • Email : sao@slgti.ac.lk
  • Website : www.slgti.ac.lk

10/05/2026

May 10, 2026

IOM Sri Lanka Vacancies 2026 – Project Associate (Jaffna) & Consultant (Colombo) | UN Migration Jobs

 

IOM Sri Lanka Vacancy Announcements 2026 for Project Associate and Consultant Positions

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a related organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration, has called applications for several vacancies in Sri Lanka. Available opportunities include Project Associate (PXU) – Jaffna and Consultant (MECR) – Colombo. Interested candidates are advised to apply before the respective closing dates.

IOM Sri Lanka Vacancies 2026

International Organization for Migration | UN Migration Career Opportunities

ශ්‍රී ලංකාවේ IOM රැකියා ඇබෑර්තු 2026
IOM இலங்கை வேலைவாய்ப்புகள் 2026

Project Associate (PXU)

Vacancy Number: SVN-14/2026
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded
Salary: UN Salary Scale – G5 Level
Duty Station: Jaffna
Closing Date: 13 May 2026
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field OR High School Diploma with experience.
  • Political/Social Sciences, International Relations, Migration Studies, Human Rights or Law.
  • Experience with migrants, refugees, vulnerable groups and NGOs preferred.
  • Good drafting, reporting and project coordination skills required.

Consultant (MECR)

Vacancy Number: CN-16/2026
Contract Type: Consultancy
Duty Station: Colombo
Closing Date: 17 May 2026
  • Master’s or PhD in Public Health, Environmental Science, Health Communication or related field.
  • Over 15 years of professional experience required.
  • Experience in disaster preparedness, health emergency management and stakeholder coordination.
  • Experience with UN agencies is preferred.
Only short-listed applicants will be acknowledged.
Apply before the respective closing dates.
May 10, 2026

SLITHM National Tourist Guide Programme 2026 | Apply Online | Tourism Guide Course Sri Lanka

SLITHM National Tourist Guide Programme 2026 Sri Lanka


Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management (SLITHM) has invited applications for the National Tourist Guide Programme – 2026. Applicants with A/L qualifications, tourism experience, or relevant guide qualifications can apply online before 31.05.2026.

SLITHM National Tourist Guide Programme 2026
ශ්‍රී ලංකා සංචාරක හා හෝටල් කළමනාකරණ ආයතනයේ ජාතික සංචාරක මාර්ගෝපදේශක පාඨමාලාව 2026
இலங்கை சுற்றுலா மற்றும் ஹோட்டல் முகாமைத்துவ நிறுவகத்தின் தேசிய சுற்றுலா வழிகாட்டி பயிற்சி திட்டம் 2026
Course Details
  • Programme : National Tourist Guide Programme
  • Institution : Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management (SLITHM)
  • Course Duration : 05 Months (Full Time)
  • Course Fee : Rs. 152,000.00
  • Course Venue : SLITHM Colombo
  • Closing Date : 31.05.2026
Entry Qualifications
  • Applicant should be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
  • Age should be between 18 – 65 years on the closing date.
  • Passed G.C.E A/L Examination in all subjects in not more than two attempts in one sitting.
  • OR Possess a University Degree recognized by the University Grants Commission.
  • OR Minimum 05 years continuous service experience as a Licensed Chauffeur Tourist Guide.
  • OR Completed a Tour Guiding Programme at NVQ Level 04.
  • OR Minimum 08 years continuous service experience as a Licensed Area Tourist Guide.
Language Proficiency
Priority will be given to applicants proficient in foreign languages other than English.
  • English applicants should have passed English at G.C.E O/L with a credit pass.
  • Applicants for other languages should prove language proficiency through certificates or living/working experience.
  • Recognized language proficiency certificates are accepted.
Selection Procedure
  • Applicants will be selected through an interview and language competency test.
  • An additional fee of Rs. 5,000/- will be charged for the language test.
  • Preference will be given for French, German, Korean, Italian, Chinese, Spanish, Hindi, Russian, Japanese and Greek languages.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE
  • Visit the official SLITHM website and click “Apply Online”.
  • Application Fee : Rs. 500/-
  • Deposit the application fee and upload the payment receipt to the system.
Important Information
  • Successful applicants will receive confirmation through e-mail.
  • Please check junk/spam mail folders as well.
  • Any form of canvassing will result in disqualification.
Official Contact Details
Registrar
Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management
No. 78, Galle Road, Colombo 03

Website : https://www.slithm.edu.lk/
Telephone : 011 220 8312

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