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The University of Peradeniya invites applications from suitably qualified persons for various non-academic, technical, and administrative positions. Applications must be submitted online followed by hard copies sent under registered post on or before November 20, 2026.

Available Positions & Requirements

1. Supervisor (Electrical) Grade III

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

  • Age Limit: 18 to 45 years

  • Method of Recruitment: Selection by interview.

  • Qualifications: National Certificate in Technology (NCT) or equivalent with 3 years' experience; OR G.C.E. (O/L) in 06 subjects at not more than 2 sittings with at least 5 years' experience as a Supervisor in a government, local government, state corporation, or recognized engineering establishment.

2. Swimming Pool Supervisor Grade III

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 49,475 - 17 x 540 - 58,655 p.m. [U-MN 1(III)]

  • Method of Recruitment: Selection by a trade test and interview.

  • Qualifications: G.C.E. (O/L) in 6 subjects with 5 credit passes (including Sinhala/Tamil/English Language or Literature and Mathematics) in not more than 2 sittings, plus at least 2 passes at G.C.E. (A/L). Must possess certificates for swimming/teaching four basic strokes, first aid, and lifeguard duties. Computer literacy is an added advantage.

3. Gymnasium Supervisor Grade III

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 49,475 - 17 x 540 - 58,655 p.m. [U-MN 1(III)]

  • Method of Recruitment: Selection by a trade test and interview.

  • Qualifications: G.C.E. (O/L) in 6 subjects with 5 credits (including languages/literature and mathematics) in not more than 2 sittings, plus 2 passes at G.C.E. (A/L). Must have knowledge in machine maintenance, exercise session planning, first aid, and computer literacy.

4. Marshal Grade II

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 71,365 - 18 x 1,190 - 92,785 p.m. [U-MN 3(II)]

  • Age Limit: 30 to 45 years

  • Method of Recruitment: Selection by a structured interview.

  • Qualifications: A university degree with specified physical standards (Male height 5'5", chest 32" deflated; Female height 5'4") with preference for military/police experience and sports; OR experience not below the rank of Major in the Armed Forces or equivalent in Sri Lanka Police.

5. Technical Officer Grade II Segment "A" (Health Center)

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 57,435 - 7 x 640; 9 x 890 - 69,925 p.m. [U-MT 1 (II)]

  • Age Limit: 18 to 45 years

  • Method of Recruitment: Selection by a practical test and interview (restricted to Medical Laboratory Technology qualifications for the Health Centre).

  • Qualifications: National Diploma in Technology, HND, or equivalent diploma of at least 2 years full-time duration in Medical Laboratory Technology or relevant fields with 1 year experience.

6. Management Assistant (Store-Keeping) Grade III

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 49,475 - 17 x 540 - 58,655 p.m. [U-MN 1(III)]

  • Age Limit: 18 to 30 years

  • Method of Recruitment: Written examination (75%) and interview (25%).

  • Qualifications: G.C.E. (O/L) in 6 subjects at one sitting with credit passes in Sinhala/Tamil, English/English Literature, and Mathematics, plus passing all subjects at G.C.E. (A/L) at one sitting. Post-specific qualification: 1 year experience in store-keeping and/or a pass in Commerce at O/L or Accountancy at A/L.

7. Management Assistant (Book-Keeping) Grade III

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 49,475 - 17 x 540 - 58,655 p.m. [U-MN 1(III)]

  • Age Limit: 18 to 30 years

  • Method of Recruitment: Written examination (75%) and interview (25%).

  • Qualifications: Standard O/L and A/L qualifications as above. Post-specific qualification: National Certificate for Accounting Technicians or equivalent, OR A/L qualification in the Commerce Stream.

8. Management Assistant (Shroff) Grade III

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 49,475 - 17 x 540 - 58,655 p.m. [U-MN 1(III)]

  • Age Limit: 18 to 30 years

  • Method of Recruitment: Written examination (75%) and interview (25%).

  • Qualifications: Standard O/L and A/L qualifications, with one A/L pass required in Accountancy.

9. Assistant Farm Manager

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 71,365 - 18 x 1,190 - 92,785 p.m. [U-MN 3 (II)]

  • Age Limit: 18 to 45 years

  • Method of Recruitment: Selection by interview.

  • Qualifications: Special Degree in Agriculture (preference for 1 year post-graduation field experience) OR a 2-year Diploma in Agriculture with 3 years of field experience.

10. Technical Officer (Mechanical) Grade III

  • Salary Scale: Rs. 51,095 - 7 x 540: 10 x 640 - 60,575 [U-MT 1 (III)]

  • Age Limit: 18 to 45 years

  • Method of Recruitment: Written and/or practical test and interview.

  • Qualifications: Pass in 3 subjects at G.C.E. (A/L) in Physical Science or Engineering Technology/ICT under Technology stream, AND an NVQ Level 5 Certificate of Proficiency in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Benefits & Statutory Contributions

  • Contributors to the Universities Provident Fund (10% employee, 7%-8% employer) and Universities Pension Scheme.

  • 3% employer contribution to the Employees' Trust Fund (ETF).

  • Government-approved allowances applicable to the university system.

How to Apply

  1. Fill out the application via the official Google Form provided on the university website: [suspicious link removed].

  2. Print the generated PDF document, sign it, and attach certified copies of educational transcripts, birth certificate, NIC, and service certificates (certified by a public officer of executive level, JP, Commissioner of Oaths, or Grama Niladhari).

  3. Forward the complete physical application under registered post to reach the address below on or before November 20, 2026. Mark the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

Deputy Registrar

Non-Academic Establishments Division

University of Peradeniya

Peradeniya, Sri Lanka