National Museum Multiple Job Vacancies 2026 – 04 Posts
This vacancy is now closed
The closing date for this vacancy was September 30, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted.
The Department of National Museums, under the Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, invites applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for several permanent positions.
Recruitment will be conducted on an open basis according to the recruitment procedure approved by the Public Service Commission.
⚡ Quick Information
🏢 Institution: Department of National Museums
🏛️ Ministry: Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs
💼 Positions: Taxidermist, Reception Officer and Security Camera Observer
📌 Total Vacancies: 04
📋 Service Category: Management Assistant Non-Technical – Segment 2
💰 Salary Scale: Rs. 45,230–78,360
🎂 Age Limit: 18–30 Years
🧑💼 Experience: Minimum 01 Year
📑 Appointment: Permanent and Pensionable
📝 Selection: Written Examination and General Interview
🌐 Examination Medium: Sinhala, Tamil or English
📮 Application Method: Registered Post
📰 Gazette Date: 11 September 2026
📅 Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Sinhala Gazette
Available Positions
1. Taxidermist
📌 Number of Vacancies: 01
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- Passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination in one sitting.
- Credit passes in Sinhala, Tamil or English Language, Mathematics and two other subjects.
- Passed at least two subjects in the Biological Science stream at the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination, excluding the Common General Test.
- Applicants who followed the old syllabus must have passed three subjects.
Professional Qualification
Applicants must possess a certificate obtained by participating in a zoology-related workshop conducted by an organization such as the Young Zoologists’ Association or a similar environmental organization.
Main Responsibilities
The selected officer will be responsible for duties connected with the Taxidermy Unit, including:
- Maintaining animal specimens and samples.
- Recording, preserving, preparing and storing specimens.
- Preparing specimens for museum exhibitions.
- Assisting with relevant legal and examination activities.
- Performing other duties assigned by the Head of the Department.
2. Reception Officer
📌 Number of Vacancies: 02
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- Passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination in one sitting.
- Credit passes in Sinhala, Tamil or English Language, Mathematics and two other subjects.
- Passed at least two subjects in any stream at the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination, excluding the Common General Test.
- Applicants who followed the old syllabus must have passed three subjects.
Professional Qualification
Applicants must have successfully completed an English Language Diploma course of at least six months from a government-recognized institution.
Main Responsibilities
The selected officers will be responsible for:
- Welcoming and directing museum visitors.
- Receiving special guests and directing them to relevant officers.
- Providing visitors with information about the museum.
- Distributing informational materials.
- Answering and transferring telephone calls.
- Recording messages and carrying out other assigned duties.
3. Security Camera Observer
📌 Number of Vacancies: 01
Educational Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- Passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination in one sitting.
- Credit passes in Sinhala, Tamil or English Language, Mathematics and two other subjects.
- Passed at least two subjects in any stream at the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination, excluding the Common General Test.
- Applicants who followed the old syllabus must have passed three subjects.
Professional Qualification
Applicants must have successfully completed a Computer Literacy Diploma course of at least six months from a government-recognized institution.
Main Responsibilities
The selected officer will continuously monitor the museum’s internal and external security camera systems during both daytime and nighttime and perform other duties assigned by the Head of the Department.
Experience Requirement
Applicants for each position must possess at least one year of experience in the relevant field.
General Eligibility Requirements
Every applicant must:
- Be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
- Possess an excellent character.
- Be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the position.
- Be willing to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
- Be not less than 18 years and not more than 30 years of age as of the closing date.
- Have completed all required qualifications by the closing date.
Appointment and Salary
The appointments are permanent and pensionable and are subject to a three-year probationary period.
The applicable MN-1-2025 monthly salary scale is:
Rs. 45,230 – 10 × 540 – 11 × 630 – 10 × 890 – 10 × 1,190 – Rs. 78,360
Salary payments will be made according to the applicable provisions of Public Administration Circular No. 10/2025.
Selection Process
Recruitment will be based on a written examination followed by a general interview.
The written examination consists of two papers:
Aptitude Test
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Minimum Pass Mark: 50%
- Duration: 01 Hour
This paper assesses language ability, logical reasoning and mathematical skills.
General Knowledge
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Minimum Pass Mark: 50%
- Duration: 01 Hour
This paper assesses general knowledge, the socio-economic environment, local information and government institutional programmes and activities.
The examination will be conducted in Sinhala, Tamil and English. The selected examination medium cannot be changed later.
No marks will be awarded at the general interview. It will be used to verify whether candidates possess the required qualifications.
Application Procedure
Applications must be prepared according to the specimen application included in the official Gazette notice.
- Use both sides of A4-size paper.
- Complete every section accurately.
- Attach certified copies of the relevant educational and professional certificates.
- Ensure that the applicant’s signature is properly certified.
- Send the completed application by registered post.
- Incomplete applications or applications that do not follow the specimen format may be rejected.
The top-left corner of the envelope must clearly state:
“Recruitment to the Post of …………… in the Management Assistant Non-Technical – Segment 2 Service Category of the Department of National Museums – 2026”
Insert the relevant position name in the blank space.
Application Address
Director General
Department of National Museums
No. 53
Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha
Colombo 07
📅 Applications must reach the above address on or before 30 September 2026.
Applicants should carefully read the complete official Gazette notice before submitting their applications.
Official source: Department of Government Printing
Source Note:This information has been prepared with reference to the official advertisement and relevant institutional sources. Applicants are advised to verify all details from the official source before applying.
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