📢 Department of Census and Statistics – Statistician Recruitment Exam 2026
The Department of Census and Statistics has called applications for the Limited Competitive Examination 2026 to recruit qualified officers to the Executive Service Grade III (Statistician). A total of 42 vacancies will be filled through this examination.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Post | Statistician (Executive Service Grade III) |
| Vacancies | 42 |
| Salary Scale | Rs. 82,150 – 195,970 |
| Exam Type | Limited Competitive Examination |
| Exam Location | Colombo Only |
| Exam Month | October 2026 |
| Application Opening | 13 July 2026 - 9.00 AM |
| Closing Date | 10 August 2026 - 9.00 PM |
| Exam Fee | Rs. 1,200 |
📌 Main Qualifications
- Must be serving as a Statistical Officer / Statistical Investigator.
- Degree holders need 5 years satisfactory service and pass the 1st Efficiency Bar.
- Non-degree officers need 10 years satisfactory service and pass the 1st Efficiency Bar.
- Must be a Sri Lankan citizen.
- Excellent character and physical fitness required.
- No maximum age limit.
📝 Examination Structure
- Subject Specific Written Examination
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Pass Mark: 40%
- Basic Statistics, Data Collection, Data Analysis and Statistical Indicators
Important: Applications are accepted Online Only. The application must be completed in English and submitted before the closing date.
