The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has officially released the Gazette Notification for the First Efficiency Bar Examination for Grade III Officers of Sri Lanka Education Administration Service (SLEAS) – 2026. Applications are accepted online through the Department of Examinations website.

📌 Examination Details

Exam Name: First Efficiency Bar Examination – SLEAS Grade III 2026

Conducted By: Department of Examinations Sri Lanka

Ministry: Ministry of Education, Higher Education & Vocational Education

Application Mode: Online Application + Printed Copy by Registered Post

Online Applications Start: 18 May 2026 – 9.00 AM

Closing Date: 19 June 2026 – 9.00 PM

Exam Month: August 2026

Language Medium: Sinhala / Tamil / English

📝 Examination Subjects

• General Administration
• Financial Administration
• Education Law, Administration & Evaluation
• Each paper duration – 03 Hours
• Total Marks – 100 | Pass Marks – 50

✔️ First attempt – FREE
✔️ Rs. 600 per subject for subsequent attempts

📲 How To Apply

1. Visit the official online application portal.
2. Complete the online application in English.
3. Download and print the application.
4. Get signature authentication from the Head of Institution.
5. Send the printed copy by registered post before the closing date.

Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will be rejected without notice. Candidates must submit valid identity documents when attending the examination.

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