🎓 University of Colombo Vacancies 2026 – Academic, Medical & Engineering Jobs
University of Colombo Vacancies 2026 – The University of Colombo has announced several permanent and assignment-basis vacancies for suitably qualified candidates. Applications are invited for positions in the Faculty of Arts, Health Services, and Capital Works & Planning Branch.
📅 Closing Date: 07 September 2026
🏛️ University: University of Colombo
📌 Application Method: Online Google Form + hard-copy application
📢 University of Colombo Job Vacancies 2026
The University of Colombo is inviting applications for the following posts:
🏛️ Permanent Posts
📚 Faculty of Arts – Department of Demography
Post:
- 👨🏫 Lecturer (Probationary)
- 👨🏫 Lecturer (Unconfirmed)
- 🎓 Senior Lecturer Grade II/I
🏥 Health Services
Post:
- 🩺 Chief Medical Officer
⚙️ On Assignment Basis Posts
🏗️ Capital Works & Planning Branch
Post:
- ⚡ Electrical Engineer (On Assignment Basis)
📝 How to Apply for University of Colombo Vacancies
Applicants should follow the official application instructions carefully.
- 🌐 Visit the University of Colombo vacancies page: https://cmb.ac.lk/vacancies
- 📄 Obtain the relevant handout and application instructions.
- 💻 Complete the applicable Google Form using the relevant link above.
- 🖨️ Submit the generated PDF application with the candidate’s signature.
- 📑 Attach certified copies of relevant educational qualifications, transcripts, professional certificates, extra-curricular certificates and service certificates.
- 📮 Send the complete application by registered post or email as specified in the vacancy notice.
📬 Postal Address
Deputy Registrar / Academic Establishments
University of Colombo
94, Cumaratunga Munidasa Mawatha
Colombo 03
Sri Lanka
📧 Email: [email protected]
The application ID and post applied for should be indicated on the top-left corner of the envelope.
⚠️ Important Instructions for Applicants
Applicants should carefully follow all requirements stated in the official vacancy notice.
❗ Applications received after 07 September 2026 will not be considered.
❗ Incomplete applications will be rejected.
❗ Alterations made to the original application document and failure to submit the required original PDF document may result in disqualification.
🚫 Canvassing for appointments, whether directly or indirectly, is considered an act of misconduct and may result in disciplinary action and disqualification from the relevant post.
If a prospective candidate is currently employed at a higher educational institution, government department or government corporation, the recommendation of the head of the institution should also be included with the application.
📌 University of Colombo Vacancies 2026 – Quick Summary
| 🏷️ Category | 💼 Position | 📅 Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Arts | Lecturer / Senior Lecturer | 07 September 2026 |
| Health Services | Chief Medical Officer | 07 September 2026 |
| Capital Works & Planning | Electrical Engineer – Assignment Basis | 07 September 2026 |
🔔 Don’t Miss the Deadline
Qualified candidates interested in University of Colombo jobs 2026 are encouraged to review the official handout and submit their applications well before the closing date.
📅 Application deadline: 07 September 2026
🌐 Official University of Colombo Vacancies: https://cmb.ac.lk/vacancies
Source: University of Colombo vacancy advertisement dated 14 August 2026.
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Source – Daily News (2026.08.17)
