Audit Assistant, Driver, Technical Officer

Institution: University of Colombo, Sri Lanka

Category: Non-Academic Internal Appointments

Eligibility: Applications are accepted only from confirmed permanent employees currently serving in the Sri Lankan University System, University Grants Commission (UGC), or other Higher Educational Institutions.

Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

General Eligibility Requirements (All Posts)

• Citizenship: Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.

• Fitness: Must be physically and mentally fit to perform duties and willing to serve in any part of the island.

• Character: Must possess excellent moral character.

• Confirmation: Must be confirmed in a substantive post within the UGC or higher education system.

Open Positions & Detailed Specifications

1. Audit Assistant Grade II

• Salary Scale: UMN 2 (II) – Rs. 61,275 - 18 x 890 - 77,295 p.m.

• Selection Method: Written Examination and/or Interview

• Qualifications:

  • Passed G.C.E. (O/L) in six (6) subjects at one sitting, with credit passes in Sinhala/Tamil Language, English Language/Literature, and Mathematics.

  • Passed all subjects at G.C.E. (A/L) in one sitting (or 3 subjects under the old syllabus).

  • Professional Requirement (any one):

    • Preliminary / Licentiate I / Foundation / CAB I / Executive Level of CA Sri Lanka (or equivalent).

    • Foundation Level of CIMA.

    • Higher National Diploma in Accountancy (HNDA) from SLIATE.

    • Membership of Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka (AAT).

  • Experience: Minimum two (2) years of auditing experience in a state corporation or recognized private organization (for internal candidates, accounting/auditing experience across the University System, public sector, or recognized private firms is accepted).

  • Preference: Candidates with a minimum 6-month computer application qualification from a recognized institute.

2. Works Superintendent (Civil) Grade II

• Salary Scale: UMN 2 (II) – Rs. 61,275 - 18 x 890 - 77,295 p.m.

• Selection Method: Written Examination and/or Interview

• Qualifications (either route):

  • National Diploma in Technology (NDT) or equivalent, plus at least four (4) years of post-qualification field experience (excluding in-plant training).

  • National Certificate in Technology (NCT) or equivalent, plus at least ten (10) years of post-qualification field experience.

3. Technical Officer Grade II Segment "B"

• Salary Scale: UMT 1 (III) – Rs. 51,095 - 7 x 540; 10 x 640 - 60,575 p.m.

• Selection Method: Aptitude Test and Interview

• Qualifications (any one):

  • Passed 6 subjects at G.C.E. (O/L) with 5 credits in not more than 2 sittings (must include Science and Mathematics).

  • Passed 6 subjects at G.C.E. (O/L) in not more than 3 sittings (including Science and Mathematics) AND 8 years of satisfactory permanent service in the UGC or a Higher Educational Institution.

  • 15 years of satisfactory permanent service as a Laboratory Attendant in a Higher Educational Institution/Institute.

4. Technical Officer (Audio Visual) Grade III

• Salary Scale: UMT 1 (III) – Rs. 51,095 - 7 x 540; 10 x 640 - 60,575 p.m.

• Selection Method: Written and/or Practical Test and Interview

• Qualifications:

  • Passed 3 subjects at G.C.E. (A/L) in any stream.

  • Technical Requirement (any one):

    • Certificate of proficiency not below NVQ Level 5 in Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics / Multimedia or Audio Visual Techniques from a TVEC-recognized or statutory institution.

    • Diploma (SLQF 3 & 4 or NVQ 5 & 6) in a relevant field offered by a university under the UGC.

    • Technical qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 5 in relevant fields recognized by TVEC, plus one (1) year of audio-visual work experience in a reputed organization.

5. Driver Grade III

• Salary Scale: UPL 3 (III) – Rs. 48,005 - 16 x 490 - 55,845 p.m.

• Selection Method: Trade Test and Interview

• Qualifications:

  • Valid heavy vehicle driving license issued by the Commissioner General of Motor Traffic, with a minimum of three (3) years of post-license driving experience.

  • Minimum five (5) years of satisfactory service in a confirmed post under Primary Semi-Skilled (U-PL 2) or Primary Unskilled (U-PL 1).

6. Tradesperson Positions:

• Machinist Grade III

• Welder Grade III

• Mason Grade III

• Salary Scale: UPL 3 (III) – Rs. 48,005 - 16 x 490 - 55,845 p.m.

• Selection Method: Trade Test and Interview

• Qualifications (either route):

  • Confirmed employee in Primary Semi-Skilled (U-PL 2) or Unskilled (U-PL 1) with an NVQ Level 4 Proficiency Certificate in the relevant trade from a TVEC-accepted institute.

  • Confirmed employee in Primary Semi-Skilled (U-PL 2) or Unskilled (U-PL 1) with at least five (5) years of experience in the relevant field and skills not below NVQ Level 2 proven via a trade test.

7. Laboratory Attendant Grade III

• Salary Scale: UPL 2 (III) – Rs. 44,575 - 16 x 490 - 52,415 p.m.

• Selection Method: Trade Test and Interview

• Qualifications (any one):

  • Confirmed employee in Primary Unskilled (U-PL 1), passed G.C.E. (O/L) in 6 subjects with at least 2 credits in not more than 2 sittings, AND an NVQ Level 2 or 3 Proficiency Certificate in the relevant trade.

  • Confirmed employee in Primary Unskilled (U-PL 1), passed G.C.E. (O/L) in 6 subjects with at least 2 credits in not more than 2 sittings, AND one (1) year of relevant working experience with industrial skills.

  • Confirmed employee in Primary Skilled (U-PL 1) with a minimum of five (5) years of working experience in the relevant field with industrial skills.

How to Apply

1. Download and complete the official application form from the University of Colombo website: cmb.ac.lk.

2. Attach verified copies of all educational, professional, and experience certificates.

3. Route the completed application through your institutional head (Secretary, Registrar, Administrative Officer, or Director).

4. Send the application package via Registered Post to:

   Senior Assistant Registrar

   Non-Academic Establishments Branch

   University of Colombo

   No. 94, Cumaratunga Munidasa Mawatha, Colombo 03

Note: Hand-written forms, sample templates, incomplete submissions, uncertified attachments, or late applications will be rejected without reconsideration. All submissions must be received on or before 30.10.2026. Salary placement will adhere to Section 6.5 and Subsection 26 of Chapter VI of the UGC Establishment Code (2023).