🏛️ Eastern Provincial Management Service Officers Grade III Limited Exam 2026 – 53 Vacancies
📢 Applications are now invited for the Limited Competitive Examination – 2026 for recruitment to Grade III of the Provincial Management Service Officers’ Service of the Eastern Provincial Public Service.
A total of 53 vacancies are available for eligible applicants. The examination will be conducted by the Eastern Provincial Public Service Commission, and applications must be submitted online.
📌 Eastern Provincial Management Service Officers Grade III Limited Exam 2026 – Key Details
| 📋 Details | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏢 Service | Provincial Management Service Officers’ Service |
| 🎖️ Grade | Grade III |
| 📍 Province | Eastern Province |
| 🔢 Number of Vacancies | 53 |
| 📝 Examination | Limited Competitive Examination – 2026 |
| 💻 Application Method | Online |
| 💰 Examination Fee | Rs. 1,000 |
| 📅 Applications Open | 16 July 2026 at 9.00 a.m. |
| ⏰ Closing Date | 14 August 2026 at 10.00 a.m. |
| 🌐 Application Website | Eastern Provincial Council – www.ep.gov.lk |
| 🏙️ Proposed Examination Cities | Trincomalee, Batticaloa, Ampara and Kalmunai |
🎯 Number of Vacancies
There are 53 existing vacancies for recruitment to Grade III of the Provincial Management Service Officers’ Service of the Eastern Provincial Public Service.
Recruitment will be carried out according to the provincial recruitment procedure, relevant government administrative circulars, national and provincial policies, and the marks obtained at the written examination.
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Applicants must satisfy the educational qualifications specified in the official examination notification.
The notification states that applicants should have passed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination with the required results in six subjects, including the specified language and Mathematics subjects, according to the conditions set out in the official notice.
Applicants should carefully check the complete educational qualification requirements in the official examination notification before submitting an application.
👤 Other Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must satisfy all the relevant conditions specified in the notification.
✅ General Requirements
Applicants should:
- Have an excellent character.
- Possess good physical and mental health.
- Have completed the required period of satisfactory service where applicable.
- Fulfil all qualifications required for the post by the closing date of applications.
- Comply with the applicable conditions relating to the Eastern Provincial Public Service.
🎂 Age Limit
There is no maximum age limit applicable to this limited recruitment according to the examination notification.
💼 Salary
The post is subject to the salary scale specified under Public Administration Circular No. 10/2025.
The monthly salary scale for the Provincial Management Service Officers’ Service Grade III, II and I is:
💰 Rs. 48,470 – 10 × Rs. 540 – 11 × Rs. 630 – 10 × Rs. 1,010 – 10 × Rs. 1,190 – Rs. 82,800
The notification also states that progression to the relevant salary steps is subject to the applicable conditions. Other allowances payable to government officers may also be applicable.
📝 Examination Structure
The written examination consists of two question papers and will be conducted in Sinhala and Tamil media.
📚 Paper 01 – Intelligence Test
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 1 hour
- Pass/Eligibility Percentage: 40%
This paper is designed to assess candidates’ numerical ability, logical reasoning and general intelligence through subject-related questions.
📖 Paper 02 – Language & Management Service Officers’ Service Aptitude Test
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 1½ hours
- Pass/Eligibility Percentage: 40%
This paper tests areas including:
- Understanding and expression of ideas
- Reading comprehension
- Spelling and language usage
- Composition and writing ability
- Summarising information
- Preparing charts/tables using given data
- Basic grammar
- Office-related procedures and correspondence
- Knowledge of duties and responsibilities of a Management Service Officer
- Use of common office documents and equipment.
📌 Important: Candidates must obtain at least 50% of the total marks of the examination.
The selection process also takes into consideration the marks obtained for individual subjects and the number of vacancies available.
💰 Examination Fee
The examination fee is:
💵 Rs. 1,000/-
The examination fee can be paid to the Secretary, Provincial Public Service Commission, Eastern Province, through a Divisional Secretariat office in the Eastern Province or through the specified payment method.
The receipt should be uploaded with the online application as instructed.
⚠️ The examination fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another examination.
💻 How to Apply Online
Applicants should submit their applications through the official website of the Eastern Provincial Council:
Go to:
Eastern Provincial Council → Exams → Online Application
The online application system will be available from:
📅 16 July 2026 at 9.00 a.m.
The closing date and time is:
⏰ 14 August 2026 at 10.00 a.m.
Late applications will not be accepted.
📄 Important Instructions for Applicants
After completing the online application, applicants should:
- 💻 Submit the application online before the deadline.
- 📥 Download the submitted application.
- 🖨️ Print the application.
- ✍️ Complete the required sections by hand.
- 👨💼 Obtain the required certification/signature from the relevant administrative officer.
- 🏢 Obtain the recommendation of the Head of Department where applicable.
- 📮 Send the completed application by registered post according to the instructions in the notification.
- 📝 Clearly mention the examination reference on the envelope.
The examination reference to be mentioned is:
EX/Rec/26/09 – Limited Competitive Examination – 2026 for Recruitment to Grade III of the Provincial Management Service Officers’ Service of the Eastern Provincial Public Service.
🪪 Examination Admission Card & Identity Verification
Eligible applicants will receive an examination admission card online.
Applicants should carefully check the details on the admission card. If corrections are required, the notification provides instructions for contacting the relevant telephone number before the examination.
Candidates must bring the required identification document to the examination hall.
Accepted identification documents include:
- 🪪 National Identity Card issued by the Department for Registration of Persons
- 🛂 Valid Passport
- 🚗 Valid Driving Licence
Candidates must be able to establish their identity at the examination centre.
🏙️ Proposed Examination Centres
The examination is proposed to be conducted in the following cities:
- 📍 Trincomalee
- 📍 Batticaloa
- 📍 Ampara
- 📍 Kalmunai
If the number of applicants for a particular city is insufficient, applicants may be assigned to another nearby examination centre according to the arrangements specified by the Commission.
⚠️ Important Notice for Applicants
Candidates are responsible for ensuring that all information provided in the application is accurate.
Providing false or incorrect information may result in the cancellation of the candidate’s eligibility for the examination or appointment. Legal or disciplinary action may also be taken where applicable.
An admission card issued to a candidate should not be considered confirmation that the candidate has fulfilled all eligibility requirements. The relevant qualifications may be checked during the selection process.
📅 Important Dates at a Glance
📌 Applications Open: 16 July 2026 – 9.00 a.m.
📌 Applications Close: 14 August 2026 – 10.00 a.m.
📌 Examination Fee: Rs. 1,000
📌 Number of Vacancies: 53
📌 Examination: Limited Competitive Examination – 2026
🚀 Apply Before the Deadline
If you meet the required qualifications, make sure to submit your application before the closing date.
👉 Online Application: Visit www.ep.gov.lk and select Exams → Online Application.
⏰ Do not wait until the final day to submit your application. Make sure your online application, examination fee payment and required documents are completed correctly and on time.
🔗 Official Website
🌐 Eastern Provincial Council: www.ep.gov.lk
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Good luck to all applicants! 🇱🇰
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