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Education Co-operative Society (EDCS) Job Vacancies 2026

Job Vacancy Published September 5, 2026 Closing: September 19, 2026 20 views 8 min read
Education Co-operative Society (EDCS) Job Vacancies 2026

Quick summary: Latest Sri Lanka Job Vacancies 2026 EDCS Job Vacancies 2026 – 65 Vacancies | Online Application & Full Details Education Employees&rsq...

CategoryGovernment-Vacancy
PublishedSeptember 5, 2026
StatusAvailable
Closing dateSeptember 19, 2026
Year0
Latest Sri Lanka Job Vacancies 2026

EDCS Job Vacancies 2026 – 65 Vacancies | Online Application & Full Details

Education Employees’ Co-operative Thrift and Credit Society Ltd. has invited applications from qualified candidates for several Executive Service vacancies in 2026.

Important: Applications should reach the Society on or before 19 September 2026. Candidates are required to follow the application procedure stated in the official advertisement.

EDCS Vacancies 2026 – Overview

Organization Education Employees’ Co-operative Thrift and Credit Society Ltd. (EDCS)
Job Type Executive / Management Vacancies
Total Vacancies 65 Vacancies
Location Sri Lanka
Closing Date 19 September 2026
Application Online Application + Application according to Official Notice

Available Vacancies

01. Chief Information Technology Officer 01 Vacancy
02. Chief Internal Auditor 01 Vacancy
03. Manager 14 Vacancies
04. Legal Officer 01 Vacancy
05. Administrative Officer 04 Vacancies
06. Information Technology Officer 02 Vacancies
07. Assistant Manager 19 Vacancies
08. Assistant Accountant 23 Vacancies
 
Total Recruitment
65
Job Vacancies

1. Chief Information Technology Officer

Service Category: Executive Service Sector E.2 – Grade III

Qualifications:

  • A postgraduate degree in Computer Science with approximately 02 years of experience in an executive-level position in the relevant field at a recognized institution; OR
  • A degree in Computer Science with approximately 04 years of experience in an executive-level position in the relevant field at a recognized institution.
Salary Scale: Rs. 57,400 – 1,200 × 10
Number of Vacancies: 01

2. Chief Internal Auditor

Service Category: Executive Service Sector E.2 – Grade III

Applicants may qualify through one of the educational and professional qualification pathways mentioned in the official advertisement, including qualifications in:

  • Accounting
  • Business Management
  • Commerce
  • Relevant professional accounting qualifications
  • Recognized diploma-level accounting or commerce qualifications with required experience

Professional pathways indicated in the notice include relevant stages of professional bodies such as the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), together with the required professional experience.

Salary Scale: Rs. 57,400 – 1,200 × 10
Number of Vacancies: 01

3. Manager

Service Category: Executive Service Sector E.3.1 – Grade III

Applicants may qualify through several pathways specified in the vacancy advertisement.

  • A degree in Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, Accounting, Banking or Commerce from a recognized university with the required executive-level experience.
  • G.C.E. Advanced Level together with a recognized diploma of at least one year in Business Administration, Business Management, Accounting, Banking or another specified field, plus the required experience.
  • Relevant degree qualifications together with the required Staff Officer experience in the recruiting co-operative society/association.
  • G.C.E. Advanced Level plus an acceptable diploma and the required managerial or executive-level experience.
Salary Scale: Rs. 50,600 – 900 × 10
Number of Vacancies: 14

4. Legal Officer

Service Category: Executive Service Sector E.3.2 – Grade III

Applicant should be an Attorney-at-Law sworn at the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka with approximately 03 years of experience.
Salary Scale: Rs. 48,400 – 720 × 10
Number of Vacancies: 01

5. Administrative Officer

Service Category: Executive Service Sector E.3.2 – Grade III

  • Degree in Human Resource Management or Administration from a recognized university with approximately 03 years of experience in a managerial-level position in Human Resource Management or Institutional Administration; OR
  • G.C.E. Advanced Level with a diploma of at least one year in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution and approximately 05 years of relevant managerial-level experience; OR
  • One of the required educational/professional qualifications with approximately 10 years of experience in a Staff Grade position in the recruiting co-operative society/association; OR
  • Relevant qualifications together with approximately 15 years of experience in specified operational/management service positions, subject to the conditions in the official advertisement.
Salary Scale: Rs. 48,400 – 720 × 10
Number of Vacancies: 04

6. Information Technology Officer

Service Category: Executive Service Sector E.3.2 – Grade III

  • Degree in Information Technology from a recognized university with approximately 02 years of experience in an executive-level position in the Information Technology field; OR
  • G.C.E. Advanced Level with a diploma of at least one year in Information Technology from a government-recognized institution and approximately 05 years of experience in the Information Technology field.
Salary Scale: Rs. 48,400 – 720 × 10
Number of Vacancies: 02

7. Assistant Manager

Service Category: Executive Service Sector E.3.2 – Grade III

Accepted qualification routes include:

  • Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Financial Management, Accounting, Banking or Commerce from a recognized university with approximately 02 years of experience in a managerial-level position in the relevant field; OR
  • G.C.E. Advanced Level together with a diploma of at least one year in Business Administration, Business Management, Financial Management, Accounting, Banking or Commerce from a recognized institution, with approximately 05 years of relevant managerial-level experience; OR
  • One of the relevant educational/professional qualifications together with approximately 10 years of Staff Service experience in the relevant field within the recruiting co-operative society/association; OR
  • One of the relevant educational/professional qualifications together with approximately 15 years of experience in an Operational Service category position in the relevant field within the recruiting society/association.
Salary Scale: Rs. 48,400 – 720 × 10
Number of Vacancies: 19

8. Assistant Accountant

Service Category: Executive Service Sector E.3.2 – Grade III

Applicants may qualify under one of the following routes:

  • Degree in Commerce, Financial Management or Accounting from a recognized university with approximately 02 years of experience in an executive-level accounting position; OR
  • A 04-year Diploma Course in Accounting from Sri Lanka Technical College or an Institute of Advanced Technological Education with approximately 02 years of executive-level experience in accounting or commerce; OR
  • Passing Stage 2 of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka or an applicable stage of CIMA, together with approximately 02 years of executive-level experience in accounting; OR
  • Passing Stage 3 of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) together with approximately 05 years of executive-level accounting experience; OR
  • One of the specified educational/professional qualifications together with approximately 10 years of Staff Grade experience in the recruiting co-operative society/association.
Salary Scale: Rs. 48,400 – 720 × 10
Number of Vacancies: 23

General Conditions

  • Applicants should generally be not less than 18 years and not more than 45 years of age.
  • The maximum age limit does not apply to candidates currently employed in the Co-operative Service, subject to the conditions in the advertisement.
  • In addition to the monthly salary relevant to the post, applicable allowances mentioned in the official advertisement will be paid.
  • Appointments are subject to a one-year probationary period.
  • Employees contribute 10% towards the Employees’ Provident Fund, while the institution contributes 15%, according to the advertisement.
  • Applicants must possess the required physical and mental fitness to work at any branch of the Society.
  • Suitable candidates will be selected through an interview, and the decision of the Board of Directors will be final.

How to Apply for EDCS Vacancies 2026

Candidates should carefully read the official advertisement before submitting their applications.

According to the notice, applicants are required to complete the prescribed application procedure and also submit the required application/documents to the Society.

Important: Completing only the online application is not sufficient. Follow all submission instructions stated in the official advertisement.

Application Closing Date: 19 September 2026
Candidates are advised not to wait until the final day to complete the application process.

Official Advertisement – Image View

You can view the full EDCS vacancy advertisement directly below. Use the English or Sinhala advertisement to verify detailed qualifications, experience requirements and application instructions.

English Advertisement

Sinhala Advertisement

Application Submission

Applicants should prepare the application according to the format and instructions provided in the official advertisement. Copies of relevant educational and professional certificates and other documents required by the notice should be submitted as instructed.

The post applied for should be clearly stated as instructed in the advertisement. Applicants should ensure that their applications reach the Society on or before the closing date.

Postal Address
Chairman
Education Employees’ Co-operative Thrift and Credit Society Ltd.
No. 294, Galle Road,
Colombo 03,
Sri Lanka.
Telephone: 011-2266000

Important Advice for Applicants

  • Read the complete official advertisement before applying.
  • Check the educational qualification required for your selected post.
  • Check the required number of years of professional experience.
  • Make sure all details entered in the application are accurate.
  • Prepare copies of required certificates and documents.
  • Complete the online application where required.
  • Follow the physical/postal application requirements stated in the advertisement.
  • Submit your application before 19 September 2026.
Disclaimer: This page is provided for informational purposes. Applicants should always refer to the official EDCS advertisement for final information regarding qualifications, experience, salary, application procedure and recruitment conditions.
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EDCS Job Vacancies 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closing date for EDCS vacancies 2026?

The closing date mentioned for this recruitment is 19 September 2026.

How many vacancies are available?

The advertisement contains a total of 65 vacancies across eight positions.

Can I apply online?

Yes. An online application facility is available. However, applicants must also follow all other submission requirements contained in the official advertisement.

What is the general age requirement?

Applicants should generally be between 18 and 45 years, subject to the exemptions and conditions stated in the official notice.

Important: Always verify the closing date, eligibility and application instructions using the official notice. Lanka Past Papers provides information and does not conduct recruitment.
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