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University of Vavuniya Permanent Vacancies 2026 – Applications Open

APPLICATIONS CLOSED

This vacancy is now closed

The closing date for this vacancy was October 23, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted.

The University of Vavuniya, Sri Lanka, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for three categories of permanent non-academic positions.

Applications must be submitted through the University’s online job application system, followed by the submission of the printed application and supporting documents by registered post.

📌 Quick Information

🏛️ Institution: University of Vavuniya
💼 Job Categories: 03
📋 Appointment: Permanent
📅 Advertisement Date: 05 October 2026
🌐 Application Method: Online + Registered Post
💰 Application Fee: Rs. 1,000
⏰ Closing Date: 23 October 2026

English Notice

💼 Available Vacancies

1. Chief Security Officer – Grade II

Salary Code: U-EX 1 (II)

Monthly Salary Scale: Rs. 85,305 – Rs. 122,565

Selection Method: Structured Interview

2. Works Engineer (Civil) – Grade III

Salary Code: U-EX 1 (II)

Monthly Salary Scale: Rs. 85,305 – Rs. 122,565

Selection Method: Structured Interview

3. Public Health Inspector – Grade III

Salary Code: U MT I (III)

Monthly Salary Scale: Rs. 51,095 – Rs. 60,575

Selection Method: Interview

🎓 Educational and Professional Qualifications

Applicants must satisfy the relevant educational and professional qualifications prescribed for each post.

The University has instructed applicants to download the separate qualification guidelines from its official website.

Official University Website:

Applicants should review the guidelines for the specific position before applying.

💰 Remuneration and Benefits

Salaries will be paid according to the applicable UGC Commission Circular No. 02/2025 (i).

The advertisement also specifies:

  • Cost of Living Allowance: Rs. 17,800 per month
  • Monthly Compensatory Allowance: As specified in the advertisement
  • Membership in the Universities Provident Fund
  • University pension scheme
  • Gratuity payments
  • Employees’ Trust Fund benefits
  • Free medical services

📝 How to Apply

Step 1 – Online Application

Visit the official University of Vavuniya Job Application System:

https://jas.vau.ac.lk

Select the relevant vacancy, read the application instructions and complete the online application.

Step 2 – Application Fee

Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,000 according to the bank instructions in the official notice.

Bank: Bank of Ceylon
Account Name: Bursar, University of Vavuniya
Account Number: 2364602

The original bank payment slip must accompany the application.

Step 3 – Registered Post

Send the printed application with:

  • Certified copies of educational qualifications
  • Certified copies of professional qualifications
  • Degree statements, where applicable
  • Service certificates
  • Original bank payment slip

Postal Address:

Deputy Registrar
Establishments
University of Vavuniya
Pambaimadu

Clearly mark the post applied for on the upper-left corner of the envelope.

Applicants applying for more than one position must submit separate applications and separate bank slips.

🏛️ Applicants from Government and University Institutions

Applicants already serving in the university system, government departments, corporations or statutory boards must forward their applications through their respective Heads of Institutions.

An advance copy may be submitted before the closing date, but the officially forwarded application is required for interview consideration.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Incomplete, illegible or late applications will be rejected.

The University reserves the right to shortlist applicants, and only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

📅 Closing Date

23 October 2026

Applications must reach the University on or before the closing date.

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.