Customs Inspector Limited Competitive Exam 2026
Sri Lanka Customs Inspector Grade II Limited Competitive Examination 2026 – Gazette, Qualifications, Application Instructions, Exam Fee and Online Application
This is a Limited Competitive Examination. It is mainly intended for eligible officers serving in the Sri Lanka Customs Department and is not an open examination for the general public. Applicants should carefully check the official Gazette qualifications before submitting an application.
Customs Inspector Limited Exam 2026 – Quick Details
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Applications must be submitted through the Sri Lanka Department of Examinations online application system.
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About Sri Lanka Customs Inspector Limited Exam 2026
The Sri Lanka Customs Department has invited online applications for the Limited Competitive Examination for recruitment to Grade II of the post of Inspector of Customs – 2026.
According to the Gazette notification, the limited examination is used to fill 50% of the vacancies in Grade II of the Inspector of Customs post from eligible officers who satisfy the prescribed service and professional qualifications.
Main Qualifications
- Applicant should satisfy the service requirements applicable to officers of the Customs Guard service.
- A Grade II Customs Guard officer should have the required period of active and satisfactory service.
- Required salary increments should have been earned during the prescribed service period.
- The officer should have demonstrated satisfactory or higher performance under the approved performance appraisal procedure.
- The relevant Efficiency Bar Examination requirements must be satisfied.
- All applicable qualifications must be completed within the dates specified in the official Gazette notification.
Service Experience Requirement
The Gazette states that an applicant under the main limited-stream requirement should generally have completed at least three years of service in Grade II of the Customs Guard post, together with the other required service conditions.
Applicants should not rely only on a summary of the qualifications because additional requirements relating to confirmation in service, disciplinary records, performance assessments, salary increments, Efficiency Bar examinations and language proficiency may apply depending on the relevant category.
Online Application Period
⏰ Applicants are advised not to wait until the final day to submit the application. Technical issues or payment delays close to the deadline may cause difficulties.
How to Apply Online
Step 1: Visit the Department of Examinations online application portal.
Step 2: Find the relevant Sri Lanka Customs Inspector Grade II Limited Competitive Examination 2026 application.
Step 3: Read the official Gazette and application instructions before entering your information.
Step 4: Complete the online examination application in English.
Step 5: Carefully check your personal information, service information and examination details.
Step 6: Pay the examination fee using an accepted online payment method.
Step 7: Complete and submit the application and keep/download the final application copy and payment information for future reference.
Examination Fee
The Gazette provides the following payment options through the online examination application system:
- Any bank credit card
- Debit card enabled for internet transactions
- Bank of Ceylon online banking / Flex App
- Payment through a Bank of Ceylon branch
Note: Examination fees paid are not refundable or transferable to another examination. Applicants should carefully follow the payment instructions provided by the Department of Examinations.
Customs Inspector Limited Exam Structure
| Subject | Duration | Marks | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case Study | 2 Hours | 100 | 50 |
Case Study Examination – Main Areas
The written examination tests knowledge through case studies based on duties and procedures connected with Customs Inspector work. The Gazette includes areas such as:
- Customs inspection activities connected with imports and exports
- Inspection of vehicles, persons, passengers and baggage
- Customs procedures at ports, airports and export processing zones
- Handling, release and documentation of goods
- Operational and enforcement-related Customs duties
- Customs-related documentation, storage and supervisory procedures
General Interview
Candidates who obtain the required pass mark in the written examination and satisfy the prescribed qualifications may be called for a general interview. The general interview is used to verify whether candidates satisfy the basic qualifications required for recruitment.
Examination Language
The examination is conducted in Sinhala, Tamil and English. A candidate must sit the entire examination in the selected language medium, and the medium cannot be changed after submitting the application.
Examination Date & Venue
📍 Examination City: Colombo only
📅 Exam Date & Exact Venue: To be announced later
Accepted Identification Documents
Candidates must prove their identity at the examination using an accepted identification document such as:
- National Identity Card
- Valid Passport
- Valid Sri Lankan Driving Licence
Important Dates
Customs Inspector Limited Exam 2026
Read the Gazette and instructions carefully before submitting your online application.
Apply Online View GazetteFrequently Asked Questions
What is the closing date for the Customs Inspector Limited Exam 2026?
Online applications close on 12 October 2026 at 9:00 PM.
How much is the examination fee?
The examination fee is Rs. 600.
Can anyone apply for this Customs Inspector examination?
No. This page concerns the Limited Competitive Examination, which is intended for eligible officers who satisfy the service requirements stated in the Gazette.
Where will the examination be held?
The Gazette states that the examination will be held in Colombo. The exact date and venue will be announced later.
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