Social Services Department Instructor Job Vacancies 2026
Vocational Instructor – Grade III | Sri Lanka Government Recruitment
The Department of Social Services has announced recruitment for 15 Vocational Instructor Grade III positions in Sri Lanka. Applications are invited from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens with relevant educational and vocational qualifications.
Read the vacancy details, eligibility requirements, salary, selection process and application instructions below.
Job Vacancy Summary 2026
Available Instructor Positions
The recruitment includes the following 15 vacancies across nine vocational fields.
Educational Qualifications
GCE O/L: Six subjects in one sitting, including credit passes in Sinhala, Tamil or English language, Mathematics and two other subjects.
GCE O/L: Six subjects in one sitting, including required credit passes in language, Mathematics and two other subjects.
GCE A/L: Required subject passes excluding the Common General Test, as specified in the Gazette.
Professional Qualifications
Applicants must also possess a relevant vocational qualification accepted under the official recruitment notice. Recognized qualification routes include:
- Relevant two-year technical or vocational training certificates from accepted institutions.
- Qualifications from the Department of Small Industries or Department of Textile Industries.
- Qualifications from the Department of Social Services or National Youth Services Council.
- Relevant qualifications from the Vocational Training Authority.
- NVQ Level 5 in the relevant technical field or an accepted equivalent qualification.
Age Limit & General Eligibility
- Must be a Sri Lankan citizen.
- Must be of good character.
- Must be physically fit to perform the duties.
- Must be willing to serve at the assigned location.
- Must meet the official qualification requirements.
Salary Scale & Benefits
Selection Process & Examination
Recruitment will be conducted through a written examination, practical examination and qualification verification.
- Classroom preparation – 25 marks
- Lesson introduction – 25 marks
- Subject knowledge – 25 marks
- Trainee engagement techniques – 25 marks
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
Application Postal Address
Department of Social Services,
2nd Floor, Stage II,
Sethsiripaya,
Battaramulla,
Sri Lanka.
Official Gazette & Application Download
Choose your preferred language below to view the official recruitment notice and application details.
Tamil and English links open the Gazette collection page. The Sinhala link opens the supplied recruitment PDF.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 15 Vocational Instructor Grade III vacancies.
30 November 2026.
18 to 35 years, subject to the Gazette conditions.
Educational qualifications vary by instructor category. Bakery and Pastry has an O/L-based requirement; other categories also require A/L qualifications. Relevant vocational qualifications are required.
Relevant NVQ Level 5 qualifications or accepted equivalents are included among the vocational qualification routes.
The notice specifies applications by post or hand delivery.
Rs. 50,090 – 84,420 under the stated salary scale effective from January 2027.
Refer to the specimen application and instructions in the official Gazette or Department of Social Services website.
Check the official Gazette, confirm your eligibility and submit your application before the closing date.
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