Government Librarians Service Limited Exam 2026 – Apply Online
Sri Lanka Government Librarians’ Service Grade III – Limited Competitive Examination
Extended Closing Date: 28 August 2026 – 9.00 PM
Government Librarian Exam 2026 – Details
| Organization | Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government |
| Service | Sri Lanka Government Librarians’ Service |
| Grade | Grade III |
| Recruitment | Limited Competitive Examination |
| Application Method | Online Only |
| Exam Fee | Rs. 600.00 |
| Application Open | 10 August 2026 – 9.00 AM |
| Extended Closing Date | 28 August 2026 – 9.00 PM |
Applicants are advised to carefully read the official Gazette and Common Recruitment Instructions before completing the online application.
Qualifications
1. Educational Qualifications
Applicants should have passed six (06) subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination, including Sinhala / Tamil / English and Mathematics, with at least two Credit Passes, in not more than two sittings.
2. Professional Qualifications
Applicants should have fulfilled one of the following requirements:
- Completed the first year of a three-year Diploma in Library Science conducted by a university recognized by the University Grants Commission;
- OR successfully completed the first year of the three-year Diploma in Library Science offered by the Sri Lanka Library Association.
3. Service Experience
Applicants should have been confirmed in the post of Library Assistant / Library Employee in the Departmental Primary Non-Skilled (PL-01) service category of the Public Service and completed at least 10 years of active service.
Applicants who have fully completed one of the prescribed Library Science Diploma programmes and obtained the Diploma Certificate may qualify with 05 years of active service in the relevant post.
This is not an open competitive examination. According to the Gazette requirements, only eligible officers in the Public Service who satisfy the prescribed service qualifications can apply.
Age Limit
The Gazette states that the maximum age limit is not applicable for this Limited Competitive Examination.
Salary
Rs. 52,250 – 10×800 – 11×1,190 – 10×1,320 – 10×1,350 – Rs. 100,040
The post is stated to be permanent and pensionable, subject to applicable government policies and service conditions.
Examination Structure
| Subject | Duration | Marks | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Library Science | 3 Hours | 100 | 40% |
| Intelligence Test | 1 Hour | 100 | 40% |
| General Knowledge | 1 Hour | 100 | 40% |
Candidates must obtain at least 40% for each subject. Selection will be based on merit according to the examination results and the number of appointments approved.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official Gazette notification carefully.
- Download and read the Common Recruitment Instructions.
- Visit the Department of Examinations online application portal.
- Complete the online examination application in English.
- Check all information carefully before submitting.
- Pay the prescribed examination fee of Rs. 600.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.
Gazette, Instructions & Online Application
Eligible applicants are advised not to wait until the final day to submit their applications.
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Join WhatsApp GroupFrequently Asked Questions
The updated closing date is 28 August 2026 at 9.00 PM.
No. This is a Limited Competitive Examination. Applicants must satisfy the Public Service, educational, professional and service experience requirements stated in the Gazette.
Applications must be submitted online through the official Department of Examinations application portal.
The prescribed examination fee is Rs. 600.00.
The Gazette specifies salary code MN 3-2025 with a salary scale from Rs. 52,250 to Rs. 100,040.
