Department of Animal Production and Health Laboratory Assistant Vacancies 2026 – 20 Posts
The Department of Animal Production and Health, Sri Lanka, invites applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for 20 permanent Laboratory Assistant – Grade III vacancies under the Primary Semi-Skilled Service Category.
Recruitment will be conducted through Open and Limited recruitment streams, with 50% of the advertised posts allocated to each stream, subject to the relevant appointment decisions.
Application Closing Date: 13 November 2026
📌 Quick Information
🏛️ Institution: Department of Animal Production and Health
💼 Position: Laboratory Assistant – Grade III
👥 Total Vacancies: 20
📂 Category: Government Jobs
📋 Appointment Type: Permanent and Pensionable
📅 Gazette Date: 16 October 2026
⏰ Closing Date: 13 November 2026
🎓 Education: G.C.E. O/L – 6 Passes with 2 Credits within 2 Sittings
🔬 Professional Qualification: Laboratory-related NVQ Level 02 or 03 or higher relevant level
💼 Required Experience: 2 Years in a Laboratory
👤 External Age Limit: 18–45 Years
💰 Salary Scale: PL 2–2025, Rs. 41,800–65,560
📝 Selection: Trade Test / Structured Interview, depending on the recruitment stream
📮 Application Method: Registered Post
🌐 Official Gazette Source: https://www.documents.gov.lk/
Official Notice
1. Available Vacancies
Laboratory Assistant – Grade III
Total Posts: 20
Recruitment Streams:
- Open Recruitment – 50%
- Limited Recruitment – 50%
The Department will conduct recruitment according to the approved procedures and decisions of the Public Service Commission.
2. Educational Qualifications
Both Open and Limited applicants must have passed six subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination, including at least two Credit passes, in not more than two sittings.
3. Professional Qualifications
Applicants must possess a proficiency certificate in laboratory work at NVQ Level 02 or Level 03, or a higher relevant level, from an institution recognised by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission.
4. Required Work Experience
Applicants must have at least two years of laboratory work experience obtained from a recognised institution.
The experience must be supported by relevant certificates.
This is a mandatory requirement for both Open and Limited applicants.
5. Age Limit
Open Applicants:
18–45 years as at 13 November 2026.
Limited Applicants:
No age limit applies.
For Limited Recruitment, applicants must also have completed at least five years of satisfactory service and have been confirmed in a permanent Primary Non-Skilled position in the Department of Animal Production and Health.
6. Salary and Employment Conditions
Salary Code: PL 2–2025
Advertised Monthly Salary Scale:
Rs. 41,800 – 10 × 490 – 10 × 540 – 10 × 590 – 12 × 630 – Rs. 65,560
Salary payments are subject to Public Administration Circular No. 10/2025 and its applicable payment schedule.
Appointment Type: Permanent and Pensionable.
Selected candidates will be subject to the applicable pension contribution arrangements and public-service regulations.
Appointments may require service in any part of Sri Lanka.
7. Selection Procedure
Open Recruitment
Selection involves:
- Trade Test
- Structured Interview
The Trade Test carries 100 marks, with a minimum pass mark of 40%.
The test assesses laboratory-related knowledge, equipment installation and repair, fault identification and equipment usage.
Candidates who pass the Trade Test may be called for a Structured Interview according to the advertised shortlisting procedure.
Limited Recruitment
Selection is based on the Trade Test, with a minimum pass mark of 40%.
A Structured Interview is not applicable to the Limited Recruitment stream.
8. How to Apply
Step 1 – Prepare the Application
Use the specimen application form included in the official Gazette notice.
Prepare the form on A4 paper, using both sides as specified.
Step 2 – Complete the Required Details
Indicate the relevant recruitment stream and preferred language medium.
Step 3 – Attach Supporting Documents
Attach self-certified photocopies of the documents required by the application form, including:
- Educational Certificates
- Professional Qualification Certificates
- Certificates confirming relevant work experience
- Birth Certificate
- Valid NIC, Passport or Driving Licence
Applicants must also follow the certification requirements stated in the specimen form.
Step 4 – Submit by Registered Post
Send the completed application to:
Director General
Department of Animal Production and Health
P.O. Box 13
Gatambe, Peradeniya
Sri Lanka
Step 5 – Mark the Envelope
Write the position applied for on the top-left corner of the envelope:
“Laboratory Assistant – Department of Animal Production and Health”
Step 6 – Meet the Closing Date
Applications must reach the Department on or before 13 November 2026.
Limited applicants must submit their applications through their respective Section or Unit Heads.
Late applications and applications that do not satisfy the basic requirements may be rejected.
9. Official Advertisement and Application Form
Original Gazette: Sri Lanka Government Gazette dated 16 October 2026, Part I – Section (IIA), pages 19–25.
Specimen Application Form: Included in the Gazette advertisement.
Official Gazette Website:
Application Closing Date: 13 November 2026
Source: Department of Animal Production and Health – Official Government Gazette Recruitment Notice.
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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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