Assistant Controller of Explosives Grade III Recruitment 2026 – Ministry of Defence Sri Lanka
The Ministry of Defence has officially invited online applications for the Open Competitive Examination for Recruitment to the post of Assistant Controller of Explosives Grade III (Executive Service Category III) – 2026. Eligible Sri Lankan graduates who possess the required Chemistry qualifications can now apply online through the Department of Examinations website before the closing date.
Closing Date : 07 August 2026 (9.00 PM)
Exam Month : October 2026 (Colombo Only)
Recruitment Summary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Ministry of Defence |
| Post | Assistant Controller of Explosives Grade III |
| Service Category | Executive Service Category III |
| Vacancies | 08 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Opening Date | 13 July 2026 |
| Closing Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Examination | October 2026 (Colombo) |
| Exam Fee | Rs. 1,200 |
| Salary | Rs. 82,150 – 195,970 (SL1-2025 Salary Scale) |
Educational Qualifications
- BSc Special Degree in Chemistry.
- OR BSc Degree with First Class or Second Class Upper Division including Chemistry.
- OR BSc Degree with Chemistry plus Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry.
- OR Corporate Membership of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 21 Years
- Maximum Age : 35 Years
- Age should be calculated as on 07 August 2026.
Selection Procedure
- Competitive Written Examination
- General Interview
- Document Verification
- Final Appointment according to Merit List
Written Examination Subjects
| Subject | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Comprehension | 2 Hours | 100 |
| Intelligence Test | 1 Hour | 100 |
| Applied Chemistry | 2 Hours | 100 |
Important Dates
- Online Application Opens: 13 July 2026
- Application Closing Date: 07 August 2026
- Written Examination: October 2026
Important Instructions
- Applications are accepted only through the online system.
- Complete the application in English.
- Keep your payment receipt safely.
- Incorrect or incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Admission cards will be issued online only.