Sri Lanka Railway Procurement Officer Grade III Vacancies 2026 – 04 Posts
This vacancy is now closed
The closing date for this vacancy was October 26, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted.
The Sri Lanka Railway Department invites applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for recruitment to the post of Procurement Officer – Grade III through an Open Competitive Examination in 2026.
A total of 04 vacancies are available. These are permanent and pensionable government positions.
Applications must be submitted by Registered Post on or before 26 October 2026.
📌 Quick Information
🏛️ Institution: Sri Lanka Railway Department
💼 Position: Procurement Officer – Grade III
👥 Vacancies: 04
📋 Recruitment: Open Competitive Examination 2026
🎓 Qualifications: Recognized Degree / Degree with Procurement Experience
🎂 Age Limit: 21–35 Years
💰 Salary Scale: Rs. 53,060–94,100 (MN 4–2025)
📝 Selection: Written Examination and Structured Interview
💵 Examination Fee: Rs. 1,200
📮 Application Method: Registered Post
📅 Closing Date: 26 October 2026
📄 Official Source: Government Gazette – 02 October 2026
Sinhala Gazette Notice
1. Available Vacancies
Procurement Officer – Grade III: 04 Posts
The recruitment is for the Sri Lanka Railway Department’s Associate Officer Service category.
2. Educational Qualifications
Applicants must satisfy one of the following:
Option 01 – Recognized Degree
A degree awarded by a university recognized by the University Grants Commission, including at least one of the following subjects:
- Mathematics
- Science
- Management
- Information Technology
- Commerce
- Business Management
- Economics
- Statistics
Option 02 – Degree with Procurement Experience
A degree in any discipline awarded by a UGC-recognized university, together with at least 02 years of experience in procurement.
The degree must be effective on or before the application closing date.
3. Age Requirements
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and not more than 35 years old as of 26 October 2026.
4. Salary and Appointment
Salary Scale: Rs. 53,060–94,100
Salary Code: MN 4–2025
Other allowances applicable to government officers may be provided according to government regulations.
The appointment is permanent and pensionable, subject to the prescribed pension contribution requirements.
A three-year probationary period applies.
5. Examination Details
The competitive examination is expected to be held in January 2027, conducted by the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA).
The written examination consists of:
Paper 01 – Intelligence Test
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Minimum Pass Mark: 40
- Duration: 01 Hour
- Questions assess language ability, reasoning, decision-making and mathematical skills.
Paper 02 – Procurement and Management
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Minimum Pass Mark: 40
- Duration: 03 Hours
- Areas include public procurement procedures, procurement planning, document preparation, stores management, price evaluation, supply management, bid evaluation, contract management, agreement administration and risk management.
The examination is available in Sinhala, Tamil and English, subject to the language-medium conditions in the Gazette.
6. Selection Procedure
Applicants must pass both written papers.
Based on merit, candidates up to twice the number of available vacancies will be invited to a structured interview.
The interview evaluates additional educational qualifications, professional qualifications, relevant experience, IT knowledge, English proficiency and interview performance.
Final selection is based on the prescribed merit criteria.
7. Examination Fee
Rs. 1,200
The fee must be paid to the account specified in the official Gazette at a People’s Bank branch.
The original payment receipt must be securely attached to the application.
The examination fee is non-refundable.
Applicants should consult the official Gazette for the exact bank account and payment instructions before making payment.
8. How to Apply
Applications must be prepared according to the specimen application form included in the Gazette.
Applicants must:
- Prepare the application on A4 paper according to the prescribed two-page layout.
- Complete the application in the language medium selected for the examination.
- Pay the examination fee and attach the original receipt.
- Obtain the required certification of the applicant’s signature.
- Send the completed application by Registered Post.
Postal Address:
General Manager of Railways
Sri Lanka Railway Department
P.O. Box 355
Olcott Mawatha
Colombo 10
The upper-left corner of the envelope must clearly indicate the name of the competitive examination as specified in the Gazette.
Applications must reach the Department on or before the closing date.
9. Important Dates
Gazette Publication: 02 October 2026
Application Closing Date: 26 October 2026
Expected Examination: January 2027
10. Important Instructions
- Applicants must satisfy all eligibility requirements by the closing date.
- Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Applicants should retain copies of their application, payment receipt and registered-post receipt.
- Examination admission does not confirm eligibility for appointment.
- The Sinhala-language Gazette notice prevails if inconsistencies arise between language versions.
Official Source: Sri Lanka Government Gazette, 02 October 2026, Part I (IIA), Pages 18–25.
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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