Assistant Hostel Warden Grade III Limited Exam 2026 – Online Application
Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education – Sri Lanka
Applications are invited for the Limited Competitive Examination for Recruitment to Grade III of Assistant Hostel Warden in the Management Assistant (Non-Technical) Segment 02 service category of the General Education Division.
Examination Overview
| Position | Assistant Hostel Warden – Grade III |
| Recruitment Method | Limited Competitive Examination |
| Organization | Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education |
| Application Opening Date | 20 July 2026 at 9.00 AM |
| Closing Date | 17 August 2026 at 9.00 PM |
| Application Method | Online Only |
| Examination Fee | Rs. 600.00 |
| Examination Medium | Sinhala or Tamil |
| Maximum Age Limit | Not Applicable |
Salary Scale
Salary Code: MN 01-2025
Rs. 45,230 – 10 × 540 – 11 × 630 – 10 × 890 – 10 × 1,190 – Rs. 78,360
The salary scale will be applicable from 01 January 2027, subject to the provisions mentioned in Public Administration Circular No. 10/2025.
Who Can Apply?
This is a limited recruitment examination. It is not open to all members of the public.
Applications may be submitted by eligible officers serving in posts belonging to the Primary Non-Skilled and Primary Semi-Skilled service categories in:
- National Schools
- National Colleges of Education
- Teachers’ Colleges
- Teacher Centres
- Other institutions under the General Education Division
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must have passed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination in six subjects in one sitting, including credit passes in:
- Mother Tongue
- Mathematics
- One other subject
Service Experience
Applicants must have completed at least five years of active and satisfactory service in a permanent post belonging to the relevant Primary Service Category by the closing date.
- The applicant must hold a permanent appointment and must have been confirmed in that appointment.
- Temporary, casual, contract and training periods will not be counted as qualifying service.
- A satisfactory period of service must have been completed during the five years immediately preceding the closing date.
- The required Efficiency Bar Examination must have been completed by the relevant date.
- Applicants must be physically and mentally fit to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
Examination Structure
| Examination Component | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge – Written Examination | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Intelligence Test – Written Examination | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Structured Suitability Evaluation Interview | 50 | Interview |
Applicants must obtain at least 40 marks in each written examination paper to qualify.
Main Duties
- Maintaining the discipline, safety and welfare of residential students.
- Assisting the Hostel Warden with hostel administration.
- Supervising food preparation, purchasing and distribution.
- Maintaining records relating to food and hostel operations.
- Ensuring cleanliness of hostels, kitchens and related facilities.
- Attending to sick students and protecting government and student property.
- Monitoring students entering and leaving the hostel.
- Performing other duties assigned by the head of the institution.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the Department of Examinations online application portal.
- Select the relevant Assistant Hostel Warden Grade III examination.
- Download and carefully read the official application instructions.
- Complete the online application in the English language.
- Pay the examination fee of Rs. 600 using an accepted payment method.
- Submit the application before 9.00 PM on 17 August 2026.
- Download and retain a printed copy of the submitted application and payment confirmation.
- Submit a copy to the head of your institution for inclusion in your personal file.
Examination Fee Payment Methods
- Any bank credit card
- Debit card enabled for internet transactions
- Bank of Ceylon online banking or BOC Flex application
- Any Bank of Ceylon branch
Important: Examination fees will not be refunded or transferred to another examination. Incomplete applications and applications containing incorrect information may be rejected without notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can members of the public apply?
No. This is a limited examination for eligible officers already serving in the specified Primary Service Categories.
What is the closing date?
Online applications close at 9.00 PM on 17 August 2026.
What is the examination fee?
The examination fee is Rs. 600.00.
How many vacancies are available?
The official notice does not specify a fixed number. The number of appointments and effective appointment date will be determined by the Secretary to the Ministry.
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