Measurement Services Inspector Open Exam 2025 (2026) – Online Application
Department of Measurement Units, Standards and Services – Sri Lanka
Applications are invited for the Open Competitive Examination for recruitment to the Trainee Grade of the Posts of Inspectors of Measurement Services and Devices of the Sri Lanka Technological Service.
Examination Details
| Examination | Open Competitive Examination for Recruitment to the Trainee Grade of Inspectors of Measurement Services and Devices |
| Department | Department of Measurement Units, Standards and Services |
| Service | Sri Lanka Technological Service |
| Application Method | Online Only |
| Application Opening Date | 10 August 2026 – 9.00 AM |
| Closing Date | 04 September 2026 – 9.00 PM |
| Expected Examination | November 2026 |
| Examination Fee | Rs. 600 |
Educational Qualifications
Applicants should have passed the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination in one sitting in three subjects selected from:
- Combined Mathematics
- Higher Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Agriculture
The three subjects must include Physics and Combined Mathematics or Higher Mathematics.
Under the old syllabus, applicants should have passed three subjects in one sitting, including Physics and Applied Mathematics or Pure Mathematics.
Applicants must also have passed the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination in six subjects in one sitting, including credit passes for:
- Language
- Mathematics
- Science
- One other subject
Age Limit
Applicants should be between 18 and 30 years of age as at the application closing date.
- Applicants should have been born on or before 04 September 2008.
- Applicants should have been born on or after 04 September 1996.
- The maximum age limit does not apply to eligible applicants already serving in the Public Service.
Other Qualifications
- Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
- Must possess good character.
- Must be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the post.
Training Allowance and Salary
| Period | Monthly Allowance |
|---|---|
| Training – 1st Year | Rs. 43,274 |
| Training – 2nd Year | Rs. 45,770 |
After successful recruitment to the relevant post, the salary scale applicable under MN 3 – 2025 is:
Recruitment and Training
Eligible applicants must pass the open competitive examination conducted by the Department of Examinations.
Selected candidates will undergo approximately two years of theoretical and practical training. Candidates who successfully complete the training and obtain the required competency certification will be eligible for appointment to Class III of the relevant post.
Candidates are required to obtain at least 40% marks in each examination subject.
Written Examination
| Paper | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Test | 1 Hour | 100 |
| Technical Paper | 2 Hours | 100 |
1. Intelligence Test
The Intelligence Test consists of approximately 50 multiple-choice and short-answer questions designed to assess logical reasoning, thinking ability, analytical skills and decision-making ability.
2. Technical Paper
The Technical Paper assesses knowledge relating to the measurement of physical quantities and practical physics. Knowledge equivalent to the G.C.E. Advanced Level standard is considered sufficient.
Examination Medium
The examination will be conducted in:
- Sinhala
- Tamil
- English
The examination medium selected in the application cannot be changed later, and all papers must be answered in the selected medium.
Examination Centres
Examination Fee
The examination fee is Rs. 600. Payment must be made through one of the payment methods provided by the online examination application system.
- Any bank credit card
- Internet-enabled bank debit card
- Bank of Ceylon online banking
- Any Bank of Ceylon branch
How to Apply Online
- Read the official Gazette notice carefully.
- Download and read the official recruitment instructions.
- Open the Department of Examinations online application portal.
- Select the relevant examination.
- Complete the online application in English.
- Pay the Rs. 600 examination fee using an approved payment method.
- Check all information carefully before submitting.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.
Important Dates
| Online Applications Open | 10 August 2026 at 9.00 AM |
| Closing Date | 04 September 2026 at 9.00 PM |
| Expected Examination | November 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Online applications close on 04 September 2026 at 9.00 PM.
Applications must be submitted online through the Sri Lanka Department of Examinations application portal.
The examination fee is Rs. 600.
Applicants should generally be between 18 and 30 years on the closing date, subject to the conditions stated in the Gazette.
The Gazette states that the examination is expected to be held in November 2026.
