SLAS Merit Stream Recruitment Exam Application 2026
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has called for applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for the Competitive Examination for Recruitment to Grade III of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service (SLAS) under the Merit Stream – 2026.
According to Public Administration Circular No.17/2026 dated 10 August 2026, recruitment will be made to 10 vacant posts in Grade III of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service.
SLAS Merit Stream Recruitment Exam Application 2026
| Conducted by | Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government |
| Exam Name | Competitive Examination for Recruitment to Grade III of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service (SLAS) under the Merit Stream – 2026 |
| Circular Reference | Public Administration Circular No. 17/2026 (Dated 10.08.2026) |
| Number of Vacancies | 10 Vacant Posts |
| Eligibility Criteria | Supra Class officers of MSO / Provincial MSO Service OR officers with at least 20 years of active and satisfactory service (including 10 years in Grade I), meeting all service and disciplinary requirements. |
| Paper Notice – English | Download PDF |
| Paper Notice – Sinhala | Download PDF |
| Paper Notice – Tamil | Download PDF |
| How to Apply | Online via Department of Examinations website (under Online Applications – Recruitment Exams / E.B. Exams) |
| Closing Date | September 14, 2026 (2026.09.14) |
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