Ministry of Health B.Sc. Nursing Graduate Recruitment 2026 – 1,000 Training Vacancies

Nursing Orientation and Coordination Course 2026 | Sri Lanka Government Gazette

Recruitment Overview

Educational Qualifications

Applicants should possess a B.Sc. (Nursing) Degree obtained from an eligible university or recognised institution.

• A B.Sc. (Nursing) Degree awarded by a foreign or state university recognised by the University Grants Commission; or
• A B.Sc. (Nursing) Degree awarded by a university established by an Act of Parliament in Sri Lanka; or
• A recognised B.Sc. (Nursing) Degree completed under the relevant provisions of the Universities Act.

Other Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant must be a Sri Lankan citizen.
• Both male and female candidates may apply.
• Applicant should be of good character.
• Applicant should be physically suitable for service anywhere in Sri Lanka.
• Age should be not less than 18 years and not more than 35 years as at 09.11.2026.
• The effective date of the relevant degree should be before 09.11.2026.
• Registration with the Sri Lanka Nursing Council should be obtained by the date of the interview.

Selection Method

Eligible candidates will be prioritised according to the effective date of the degree and GPA. Candidates selected from the priority list will be called for an interview.

According to the Gazette notice, 1,000 candidates are intended to be selected for the Nursing Orientation and Coordination training programme, subject to the applicable recruitment conditions and vacancies.

Training Details

Course: Nursing Orientation and Coordination Course

Duration: 06 Months

Medium: English

Application Fee

Applicants are required to pay an application/examination fee of Rs. 1,000.00.

The original payment receipt should be attached in the space provided in the application. The fee is not refundable and cannot be transferred to another examination/recruitment.

How to Apply – Step by Step

1. Download and carefully read the official Gazette notice and specimen application.
2. Prepare the application according to the specimen format provided in the Gazette using A4-size paper.
3. Complete all required sections accurately.
4. Attach a self-certified copy of the degree certificate.
5. Attach a self-certified copy of the detailed academic transcript showing GPA.
6. Pay the required Rs. 1,000 fee and attach the bank receipt to the application.
7. Obtain the required certification of your signature.
8. If you are already employed in the public or provincial public service, submit the application through the relevant Head of Department/Institution.
9. Place the completed application in an envelope and send it by registered post so that it is posted on or before 09 November 2026.

What to Write on the Envelope

The relevant recruitment title, degree and academic year should be clearly mentioned on the top-left corner of the envelope.

Applicants should follow the exact wording shown in the official Gazette notice.

Application Postal Address

Director (Administration) – 01
Ministry of Health & Mass Media
No. 106, Dudley Senanayake Mawatha
Colombo 08
Sri Lanka

Documents to Keep Ready

• Completed application form
• Degree certificate copy
• Detailed transcript showing GPA
• Bank payment receipt
• Birth certificate
• National Identity Card / valid passport / valid driving licence
• Sri Lanka Nursing Council registration documents for the interview

Full Details & Application

Submit the application by registered post without waiting until the final day.