🎓 General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) Vacancies 2026 – Permanent Academic, Administrative & Support Staff Recruitment

📢 General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) has announced a large number of permanent vacancies for Academic, Academic Support, Administrative, Clerical & Allied Grade, and Minor Grade Staff for 2026. Qualified candidates are invited to apply before the closing date.

✅ Application Closing Date: 30 June 2026
📍 Location: Ratmalana, Sri Lanka
🏢 Organization: General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU)
📄 Job Type: Permanent Government University Positions

🎯 Available Vacancies at KDU 2026

👨‍🏫 Academic Staff

📚 Faculty of Engineering

• Senior Lecturer Grade II/I
• Lecturer (Probationary)
• Lecturer (Unconfirmed)

Departments:

• Aeronautical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
• Marine Engineering

🩺 Faculty of Medicine

Clinical Sciences

• Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Paediatrics

💻 Faculty of Computing

Computer Science

• Operating Systems
• Data Structures & Algorithms
• Computer Networks
• Object-Oriented Programming
• Server-side Development

Computer Engineering

• Edge AI & Embedded Intelligence
• Robotics & Autonomous Systems
• IoT & Smart Systems
• High-Performance Computing

📈 Faculty of Management, Social Sciences & Humanities

Management & Finance

• Business Analytics
• Financial Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Science
• Business Intelligence
• Strategic Management

Languages

• Computer Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Applied Statistics
• Data Analytics
• Cloud Computing
• Database Systems

👩‍⚕️ Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

Nursing & Midwifery

• Fundamentals of Nursing
• Nursing Skills Practice
• Adult Nursing
• Research & Supervision

🔬 Faculty of Technology

Bio System Technology

• Molecular Biology
• Bioinformatics
• Plant Biology
• AI in Biosystems
• Cloud Computing
• Data Science

Engineering Technology

• Civil & Structural Engineering
• Surveying
• Highway Construction
• Construction Technology

⚖️ Faculty of Criminal Justice

• Criminology
• Criminal Justice
• Law

🏗️ Southern Campus – Sooriyawewa

Architecture

• Architecture

Spatial Sciences

• UAV Piloting
• UAV Mapping
• Spatial Programming

Industrial Quality Management

• Quality Management
• Financial Management
• Business Administration

Property & Investment Management

• Urban Planning
• Portfolio Management

👨‍💼 Academic Support Staff Vacancies

🛠️ Instructor Grade II

Faculty of Engineering

• Aeronautical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Faculty of Computing

• Computer Science

🏢 Administrative Staff Vacancies

📋 Assistant Registrar

• Assistant Registrar

⚖️ Assistant Registrar (Legal & Documentation)

• Legal & Documentation

⚙️ Clerical & Allied Grade Staff

🔧 Technical Officer Vacancies

• Technical Officer Grade III (Mechanical)
• Technical Officer Grade III (Electrical)
• Technical Officer Grade III (ICT)

🏗️ Technical Officer Grade II (SEG “B”)

👨‍🍳 Minor Grade Staff

🍽️ Cook Grade III

💰 Salary Scales

KDU offers attractive government-approved salary scales together with allowances and benefits.

💵 Academic Staff

• Senior Lecturer Grade I/II
• Lecturer (Probationary)
• Lecturer (Unconfirmed)

💼 Administrative Staff

• Assistant Registrar
• Assistant Registrar (Legal & Documentation)

⚙️ Technical Staff

• Technical Officer Grades II & III

👨‍🍳 Minor Staff

• Cook Grade III

✅ Additional allowances approved by the Government of Sri Lanka are applicable.

🎁 Employee Benefits

✨ Successful candidates may enjoy:

• EPF & ETF Contributions
• Gratuity Benefits
• Research Allowances (Eligible Posts)
• Academic Allowances
• Sabbatical Leave Opportunities
• Scholarships for Employees’ Children
• Medical Benefits
• Priority Treatment at University Hospital (KDU)
• Other Government Approved Benefits

📋 Eligibility Requirements

Applicants should:

✅ Be Sri Lankan citizens

✅ Possess qualifications relevant to the advertised position

✅ Meet UGC and KDU recruitment requirements

✅ Submit complete applications before the deadline

✅ Be willing to serve at KDU campuses as required

📝 Selection Procedure

🔹 Structured Interview

🔹 Aptitude Test / Trade Test (where applicable)

🔹 Presentation Evaluation (for academic positions)

🔹 Qualification Verification

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.

📅 Important Dates

📮 How to Apply

Applicants should download the official application form from the KDU website and submit the completed application with certified copies of relevant certificates.

Postal Address

📍 The Registrar
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Ratmalana 10390
Sri Lanka

🔍 Why Apply for KDU Jobs?

⭐ Permanent Government University Employment

⭐ Attractive Salary Scales

⭐ Career Growth Opportunities

⭐ Academic & Research Environment

⭐ Excellent Employee Benefits

⭐ Prestigious Higher Education Institution

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the closing date for KDU Vacancies 2026?

📅 The closing date is 30 June 2026.

2. Are these permanent positions?

✅ Yes, the advertised vacancies are permanent appointments.

3. Who can apply?

🎓 Candidates possessing relevant academic and professional qualifications required for each post.

4. Where is KDU located?

📍 Ratmalana, Sri Lanka.

5. How can I obtain the application form?

🌐 Through the official KDU website.

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