Sri Palee Campus – University of Colombo Non-Academic Staff Vacancies 2026
The Sri Palee Campus of the University of Colombo in Horana has officially released recruitment notifications for several non-academic positions across technical, operational, healthcare, and support services. Applications are invited from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens seeking permanent placement or contract employment within the national university system. All appointments offer formal institutional benefits and allowances under University Grants Commission regulations, with applications closing on October 16, 2026.
🇱🇰 සිංහල සාරාංශය
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கொழும்புப் பல்கலைக்கழகத்தின் ஸ்ரீ பாலி வளாகத்தில் நிலவும் கல்விசாரா ஊழியர் வெற்றிடங்களுக்காக (தொழில்நுட்ப அலுவலர், மின்சார வல்லுநர், காப்பாளர்-சமையற்காரர், ஆய்வுகூட உதவியாளர், பணி உதவியாளர் மற்றும் தாதி உத்தியோகத்தர்) தகைமையுடைய இலங்கை பிரஜைகளிடமிருந்து விண்ணப்பங்கள் கோரப்படுகின்றன.
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📌 Key Overview & Vital Details
💼 Vacancy List & Cadre Breakdown
| Post Designation | Basis | Salary Scale / Remuneration | Class / Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Officer (Audio Visual) | Permanent | Rs. 51,095 – 7x540; 10x640 – 60,575/- p.m. | Grade III (U-MT 1 [III]) |
| Electrician | Permanent | Rs. 48,005 – 16x490 – 55,845/- p.m. | Grade III (U-PL 3 [III]) |
| Caretaker-cum-Cook | Permanent | Rs. 44,575 – 16x490 – 52,415/- p.m. | Grade III (U-PL 2 [III]) |
| Laboratory Attendant | Permanent | Rs. 44,575 – 16x490 – 52,415/- p.m. | Grade III (U-PL 2 [III]) |
| Works Aide | Permanent | Rs. 42,775 – 16x450 – 49,975/- p.m. | Grade III (U-PL 1 [III]) |
| Nursing Officer | Contract (1 Year) | Rs. 51,095/- + Rs. 17,800/- COLA + UPF/ETF | Contractual Officer |
🎓 Detailed Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Candidates applying for the respective cadres must fulfill the statutory scheme of recruitment criteria set forth by the university system:
- Technical Officer (Audio Visual) Grade III: Requires three passes in the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination in any stream, coupled with an NVQ Level 5 proficiency certificate in Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics, Multimedia, or Audio Visual Techniques. Alternatively, applicants holding an equivalent technical qualification combined with at least one (01) year of proven audio-visual technical work experience are eligible.
- Electrician Grade III: Requires a recognized National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 4 certificate issued by a TVEC-accredited vocational/technical training agency in the electrical field.
- Caretaker-cum-Cook Grade III & Laboratory Attendant Grade III: Must possess six passes at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination with at least two credit passes obtained in not more than two sittings. In addition, candidates must have an NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification relevant to the discipline, OR a minimum of one (01) year of verified practical working experience in the field with industrial skills.
- Works Aide Grade III: Candidates must have passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination with a minimum of two credit passes secured in not more than two sittings.
- Nursing Officer (Contract): Candidates must have passed six subjects at the G.C.E. (O/L) examination with at least three credit passes in not more than two sittings, alongside a valid Certificate of Competence as a Nurse recognized by the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC).
Age Limits & Common Benefits: Applicants for all cadres must be between 18 and 45 years of age on the closing date (the Nursing Officer post specifically requires candidates to be not more than 45 years of age). Permanent appointees will receive the approved Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) and standard university system allowances, with full contribution rights to the Universities Provident Fund (UPF), University Pension Scheme, and Employees' Trust Fund (ETF).
📝 Selection Scheme & Evaluation Mode
| Post Designation | Primary Evaluation Mode | Secondary Stage |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Officer (Audio Visual) | Written and/or Practical Test | Structured Interview |
| Electrician (Grade III) | Practical Trade Test | Structured Interview |
| Caretaker-cum-Cook (Grade III) | Practical Trade Test | Structured Interview |
| Laboratory Attendant (Grade III) | Practical Trade Test | Structured Interview |
| Works Aide (Grade III) | Trade Test and/or Evaluation | Structured Interview |
| Nursing Officer (Contract) | Credential Verification | Interview |
⚠️ Important Candidate Directives
- Official Specimen Required: Applications must be completed strictly in compliance with the prescribed form accessible via the Sri Palee Campus official website.
- Certified Supporting Documents: Candidates must attach certified photocopies of birth certificates, G.C.E. O/L and A/L certificates, TVEC/NVQ skill certificates, SLMC registration (for Nursing Officer), and verifiable service experience letters.
- Public Sector Channeling: Applicants currently employed in Government Departments, Statutory Boards, Corporations, or State Universities must channel their applications through the respective Head of the Institution. Direct applications submitted without institutional endorsement will be rejected.
- Envelope Inscription: The title of the post applied for must be clearly indicated in capital letters on the top left-hand corner of the enclosing envelope.
📬 Step-by-Step Application Procedure
- Visit the official campus website (spc.cmb.ac.lk) and download the prescribed specimen application form for non-academic recruitment.
- Accurately fill in personal details, educational qualifications, technical certifications, and work background in clear handwriting or print.
- Compile and staple certified true copies of all educational, professional, vocational, and service certificates behind the form.
- Enclose the documentation in an envelope and clearly write "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [NAME OF POST]" on the top left corner.
- Dispatch your package via Registered Post to reach the Senior Assistant Registrar before the official deadline.
Senior Assistant Registrar,
Sri Palee Campus, University of Colombo,
Wewala, Horana.
🔗 Official Gazette & Application Downloads
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The final date for submitting applications by registered post is October 16, 2026.
Posts 1 to 5 (Technical Officer, Electrician, Caretaker-cum-Cook, Laboratory Attendant, Works Aide) are permanent university cadre posts with UPF/Pension benefits. The Nursing Officer position is on a 1-year contract basis.
Candidates must be between 18 and 45 years of age on October 16, 2026 (for the Nursing Officer position, not more than 45 years).
No, individuals working in Government departments, corporations, or universities must submit their applications through their respective Head of Department or Institution.
🏢 Issuing Authority & Institutional Contacts
Institution: Sri Palee Campus, University of Colombo
Administrative Unit: Office of the Senior Assistant Registrar
Campus Address: Wewala, Horana, Sri Lanka
Official Website: https://spc.cmb.ac.lk/
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