Management Assistant Grade III

The Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka invites applications from qualified candidates for the vacant post of Management Assistant Grade III. Applications are open until 10th November 2026. (Note: Applicants who previously submitted applications pursuant to advertisements in July/August 2026 need not re-apply, unless submitting incomplete documentation or missing payment receipts.)

Position Summary

• Role: Management Assistant Grade III

• Institution: Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka

• Location: Homagama, Sri Lanka

• Salary Scale: U-MN 1(III), Rs. 49,475 - 17 x 540 - 58,655 p.m. (plus government-approved allowances applicable to the university system.)

• Application Closing Date: November 10, 2026

• Written Examination Dates: Scheduled for November 21 and 22, 2026.

Candidate Qualifications & Requirements

For External Candidates:

1. Educational Qualifications:

   • Must have passed the G.C.E. (O/L) Examination in one sitting with credit passes for six (6) subjects, including:

     • Sinhala Language / Tamil Language

     • English Language / English Literature

     • Mathematics

   • AND

   • Passed all subjects (excluding General Paper) at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination under the new syllabus in one sitting (or three (3) subjects in one sitting under the old syllabus).

2. Additional Preferences (Given high consideration):

   • A recognized qualification in computer applications obtained from an accepted institution for a period of not less than six (6) months.

   • AND two (2) years of experience in using computer application packages.

3. Age Limit: Not less than 18 years and not more than 30 years as of the closing date of applications.

4. General Requirements: Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka with a good moral character.

For Internal Candidates (Staff of Buddhist and Pali University only):

• Passed G.C.E. (O/L) examination in not more than two (2) sittings with at least six (6) passes, including a minimum of two (2) credit passes.

• Holding a permanent primary-level post with the U-PL salary code and confirmed in a primary-level (U-PL) post.

• Completed a minimum of five (5) years of continuous satisfactory service in a permanent primary-level appointment as of the closing date. (Upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates.)

Statutory Benefits & Perks

• Provident Funds: 10% employee contribution and 15% employer contribution to the Universities Provident Fund (UPF), alongside a 3% employer contribution to the Employees' Trust Fund (ETF).

• Medical Benefits: Enrollment in the University Medical Aid Scheme.

• Other Allowances: Gratuity and allowances as per University Grants Commission circulars.

How to Apply

• Download the information sheet and application form from the official university website: www.bpu.ac.lk.

• Pay a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 1000.00 to Account No. 711201 at the Bank of Ceylon, Homagama Branch, under the name of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka, and attach the bank deposit slip to your application.

• Send your duly completed application along with certified copies of educational, professional, and experience certificates via registered post to reach the address below on or before November 10, 2026. Indicate the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Deputy Registrar (Establishments)

Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka

No. 37, Moragahahena Road, Pitipana Town, Homagama, Sri Lanka