๐ University of Colombo Vacancies 2026 โ Supervisor & Management Assistant Posts
University of Colombo has invited applications for several vacancies, including Supervisor (Electrical) Grade III, Supervisor (Civil) Grade III, and Management Assistant (Shroff) Grade III. Eligible Sri Lankan citizens can apply according to the qualifications and conditions mentioned in the official vacancy notice.
๐ Closing Date: 06 September 2026
๐ข Available Vacancies
โก 01. Supervisor (Electrical) โ Grade III
๐ Qualifications
Applicants should possess either:
Option 1:
- National Certificate in Technology or equivalent qualifications, with 3 years of experience, which may be obtained while following the NCT course.
OR
Option 2:
- Passed the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination in 6 subjects at not more than two sittings.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Supervisor in the relevant field in a Government, Local Government, State Corporation, or recognized Engineering Establishment.
๐๏ธ 02. Supervisor (Civil) โ Grade III
๐ Qualifications
Applicants should possess either:
Option 1:
- National Certificate in Technology or equivalent qualifications, with 3 years of experience, which may be obtained while following the NCT course.
OR
Option 2:
- Passed the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination in 6 subjects at not more than two sittings.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Supervisor in the relevant field in a Government, Local Government, State Corporation, or recognized Engineering Establishment.
๐ท Supervisor (Electrical and Civil) โ Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
๐ฐ Salary Scale
UMT 1 (III): Rs. 51,095 โ 7ร540; 10ร640 โ 60,575 p.m.
๐ Method of Recruitment
- Written Examination
- Interview
๐ผ 03. Management Assistant (Shroff) โ Grade III
๐ Educational Qualifications
Applicants should have passed the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination in six subjects at one sitting, with credit passes in:
- Sinhala Language / Tamil Language
- English Language / English Literature
- Mathematics
AND
Applicants should have passed all subjects at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination at one sitting, except the Common General Paper.
๐ป Computer Qualifications
Applicants should also possess either:
- An acceptable qualification in computer applications of not less than six months’ duration from a recognized institute.
OR
- At least two years of experience in the use of computer application packages.
๐ Post-Specific Qualifications
Out of the three passes expected at the G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination, one should be for Accountancy under the general educational qualifications mentioned in the Scheme of Recruitment.
๐ฐ Salary Scale
U MN 1 (III): Rs. 49,475 โ 17ร540 โ 58,655 p.m.
๐ Recruitment Method
- Written Examination
- Interview
๐ค General Requirements
Applicants must:
- ๐ฑ๐ฐ Be citizens of Sri Lanka.
- ๐ Be between 18 and 30 years of age on the closing date of applications.
- ๐ Be of good character.
๐ณ Provident Fund Contribution
The selected candidate will be a member of the Universities Provident Fund and the Universities Pension Scheme.
The employee will contribute 10% of their monthly salary to the Universities Provident Fund. The employer will contribute a total equivalent to 15% of the employee’s salary, while 8% will be credited to the Universities Pension Fund and 7% to the Universities Provident Fund.
Government-approved allowances applicable to the University system will also be paid.
๐ How to Apply
๐ Instructions for completing the application can be obtained by visiting the University website.
Applicants must complete the application form available on the University of Colombo website.
๐ Apply Online
University of Colombo Website:
University of Colombo Vacancies Page
๐ฌ Application Submission
Applicants must send:
- ๐ A hard copy of the completed application with signature.
- ๐ Certified copies of relevant educational certificates, including transcripts.
- ๐ Professional and extracurricular certificates, where applicable.
- ๐ Birth Certificate.
- ๐ชช National Identity Card copy.
The completed application should be forwarded under registered post to:
๐ Address
Senior Assistant Registrar / Non-Academic Establishments
University of Colombo
94, Cumaratunga Munidasa Mawatha
Colombo 03
๐ On or before: 06 September 2026
โ ๏ธ Important Instructions
โ The post applied for should be marked on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
โ Applications without attaching certified copies of relevant certificates to prove qualifications and experience, applications not submitted using the prescribed form, or applications received after the closing date will be rejected.
โ Once rejected, applications will not be reconsidered.
โ Applicants currently working in Government Departments, Corporations, Statutory Boards, or other institutions should channel their applications through the Head of the Department.
๐ Important Dates
| ๐ Details | ๐ Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | University of Colombo |
| Available Posts | Supervisor (Electrical), Supervisor (Civil), Management Assistant (Shroff) |
| Recruitment Method | Written Examination & Interview |
| Closing Date | 06 September 2026 |
| Notice Date | 23 August 2026 |
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Source โ Sunday Observer (2026.08.23)
