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Graduate Teaching Exam Results and Interview List 2026 – Latest Update

News Posted: October 15, 2026 Notice date: September 18, 2026 Closing: January 1, 2027
Graduate Teaching Exam Results and Interview List 2026 – Latest Update

Quick summary: MINISTRY OF EDUCATION – SRI LANKA Graduate Teaching Exam Results & Interview List 2026 Released Sri Lanka Teachers' Service Grade 3-I(...

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PostedOctober 15, 2026
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Closing dateJanuary 1, 2027
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION – SRI LANKA

Graduate Teaching Exam Results & Interview List 2026 Released

Sri Lanka Teachers' Service Grade 3-I(a)

23,006 Recruitment • All 9 Provinces • Limited & Open Exams

The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has released the lists of applicants qualified to be called for interviews for the recruitment of graduates to Grade 3-I(a) of the Sri Lanka Teachers' Service – 2026.

The recruitment covers Sinhala, Tamil and English medium teacher requirements in National and Provincial Schools throughout Sri Lanka.

Candidates can check their Graduate Teaching Interview List 2026 according to province, examination category and language medium using the PDF download buttons below.

Latest Update – 14 October 2026

Province-wise interview-qualified applicant lists have now been released for the Limited Competitive Examination and Open Competitive Examination.

Graduate Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Full Details

Organization Ministry of Education
Recruitment Graduate Teachers
Service Sri Lanka Teachers' Service
Grade Grade 3-I(a)
Recruitment Figure 23,006
Written Exam Date 24 May 2026
Medium Sinhala / Tamil / English
Schools National & Provincial Schools
Notice Date 14 October 2026
Current Status Interview Lists Released

Official Ministry Notice

Graduate Teaching Interview List 2026 Ministry of Education Official Notice
View Official Notice – Full Size

Graduate Teaching Exam Categories

A Series – Limited Competitive Examination

Limited Competitive Examination for recruitment of graduates serving in the Public Service to the Sri Lanka Teachers' Service.

B Series – Open Competitive Examination

Open Competitive Examination for recruitment of graduates to the Sri Lanka Teachers' Service – 2026.

All 9 Provinces – Interview List PDF Download

Limited Exam • Open Exam • English • Sinhala • Tamil

01. Western Province

Colombo • Gampaha • Kalutara

A1 – Limited Competitive Examination

B1(i) – Open Competitive Examination

Official Western Province Page

02. Central Province

Kandy • Matale • Nuwara Eliya

A2 – Limited Competitive Examination

B2(i) – Open Competitive Examination

B2(ii) – Permanent Disability Category

Download B2(ii) PDF
Official Central Province Page

03. Southern Province

Galle • Matara • Hambantota

A3 – Limited Competitive Examination

B3(i) – Open Competitive Examination

B3(ii) – Permanent Disability Category

Download B3(ii) PDF
Official Southern Province Page

04. Northern Province

Jaffna • Kilinochchi • Mannar • Mullaitivu • Vavuniya

A4 – Limited Competitive Examination

B4(i) – Open Competitive Examination

B4(ii) – Permanent Disability Category

Download B4(ii) PDF
Official Northern Province Page

05. Eastern Province

Ampara • Batticaloa • Trincomalee

A5 – Limited Competitive Examination

B5(i) – Open Competitive Examination

B5(ii) – Permanent Disability Category

Download B5(ii) PDF
Official Eastern Province Page

06. North Western Province

Kurunegala • Puttalam

A6 – Limited Competitive Examination

Sinhala: A clearly identified A6 Sinhala PDF link was not included in the supplied download links. Please use the official province page below for the latest Sinhala list.

B6(i) – Open Competitive Examination

Official North Western Province Page

07. North Central Province

Anuradhapura • Polonnaruwa

A7 – Limited Competitive Examination

B7(i) – Open Competitive Examination

B7(ii) – Permanent Disability Category

Download B7(ii) PDF
Official North Central Province Page

08. Uva Province

Badulla • Monaragala

A8 – Limited Competitive Examination

B8(i) – Open Competitive Examination

B8(ii) – Permanent Disability Category

Download B8(ii) PDF
Official Uva Province Page

09. Sabaragamuwa Province

Ratnapura • Kegalle

A9 – Limited Competitive Examination

B9(i) – Open Competitive Examination

Official Sabaragamuwa Province Page

Interview Instructions & Form Formats

Official Ministry of Education Documents

G1 – Introduction / Instructions

Alternative View

G2 – Interview Instructions

Alternative View

F1 – Interview Form Format

Alternative View

How to Check Graduate Teaching Interview List 2026

  1. Select your Province.
  2. Choose Limited Exam – A Series or Open Exam – B Series.
  3. Choose your language medium – English, Sinhala or Tamil.
  4. Open the relevant PDF.
  5. Use the PDF Find/Search option.
  6. Search using your Name, NIC Number or Examination Index Number where available.

Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Carefully check your name, NIC number, examination index number, subject and medium.
  • Read all official G1, G2 and F1 instructions before attending the interview.
  • Keep your original degree and relevant educational certificates ready.
  • Follow the date, time and venue stated in your official interview notice or calling letter.
  • Continue checking official Ministry and Provincial authority announcements for updates.
Important:

Inclusion in the interview list does not automatically constitute a final teaching appointment. Final selection remains subject to verification of qualifications and completion of the official recruitment process.

Official Ministry Source

View Official Ministry of Education Announcement

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the Graduate Teaching Interview Lists 2026 released?

Yes. Province-wise lists of candidates qualified for interviews have been released.

What are A1 to A9?

The A-series represents province-wise lists under the Limited Competitive Examination.

What are B1(i) to B9(i)?

The B(i)-series contains province-wise lists under the Open Competitive Examination.

What is the B(ii) list?

Where published, B(ii) is the separate Permanent Disability category under the Open Competitive Examination.

How can I search for my name?

Open your province PDF and use the Find/Search function. Enter your name, NIC number or examination index number where applicable.

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Source: Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education – Sri Lanka. Candidates should refer to official Ministry and Provincial authority announcements for final interview dates, venues, document requirements and recruitment instructions.

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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