Statistician Job Vacancies 2026 – Department of Census and Statistics
Open Competitive Examination for Recruitment to Grade III of the Executive Service Category
Vacancy Overview
| Organization | Department of Census and Statistics |
| Post | Statistician – Grade III |
| Service Category | Executive Service Category |
| Number of Vacancies | 28 Vacancies |
| Recruitment Method | Open Competitive Examination |
| Application Opening Date | 13 July 2026 at 9:00 AM |
| Closing Date | 10 August 2026 at 9:00 PM |
| Examination Date | October 2026 |
| Examination Centre | Colombo Only |
| Application Method | Online Only |
Monthly Salary Scale
Salary Code: SL 1–2025
Rs. 82,150 – 10 × 2,400 – 8 × 2,940 – 17 × 3,900 – Rs. 195,970
Salary will be paid according to Public Administration Circular No. 10/2025.
Educational Qualifications
Applicants should possess one of the following qualifications from a recognized university or degree-awarding institution:
A Special Degree with a class in which at least one of the following subjects has been studied as a main subject:
A General Degree with a First Class or Second Class Upper Division, including at least one of the specified subjects as a main subject.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 35 years
Applicants must have been born on or before 10 August 2005 and on or after 10 August 1991.
Other Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka.
- Applicants must possess an excellent character.
- Applicants must be physically fit to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
- All required qualifications must be completed by the closing date.
- The selected candidates will be subject to a three-year probationary period.
Examination Structure
| Question Paper | Duration | Marks | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject-related General Knowledge | 2 Hours | 100 | 40% |
| Aptitude | 1 Hour | 100 | 40% |
The examination will be conducted in Sinhala, Tamil and English. Applicants must answer both question papers in the same language medium selected in the application.
Examination Fee
Examination Fee: Rs. 1,200
The examination fee must be paid using one of the payment methods provided through the online application system. Fees paid will not be refunded or transferred.
How to Apply
- Download and carefully read the official Gazette notification.
- Download the official online application instructions.
- Visit the Department of Examinations online application portal.
- Complete the online application in the English language.
- Pay the examination fee of Rs. 1,200 through the approved payment method.
- Submit the application before 9:00 PM on 10 August 2026 and retain a copy for future reference.
Official Documents and Online Application
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Join WhatsApp GroupFrequently Asked Questions
How many Statistician vacancies are available?
The Gazette states that recruitment will be conducted to fill 28 vacancies.
What is the closing date?
Online applications close at 9:00 PM on 10 August 2026.
Can applications be submitted by post?
No. Applications must be submitted through the Department of Examinations online application portal.
What is the examination fee?
The prescribed examination fee is Rs. 1,200.
Where will the examination be held?
The written examination is expected to be held in Colombo in October 2026.
