The Department of Archaeology, Sri Lanka, is recruiting Archaeological Assistant III and Watchman III positions on an open basis for archaeological sites island-wide, with applications accepted by registered post until 06 July 2026.

தொல்லியல் திணைக்கள வேலைவாய்ப்புகள் 2026 | மொத்த காலிப்பணியிடங்கள்: 515

Attribute	Details
Organization	Department of Archaeology, Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs
Job Titles	Archaeological Assistant III (191 Vacancies), Watchman III (324 Vacancies) தொல்லியல் உதவியாளர் III (Archaeological Assistant III) – 191 காவலாளர் III (Watchman III) – 324
Job Type	Government Job
Location	Island-wide, Sri Lanka
Qualification	G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) with at least two credit passes in six subjects in not more than two sittings
Salary Scale	PL-01-2025 Rs. 40,000 – 61,880 (As per Public Administration Circular 10/2025)
Application Method	Registered Post
Deadline	06 July 2026
Source	Department of Archaeology Official Notice

Eligibility & Requirements

• Passed G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination in not more than two sittings.
• Minimum six subjects with at least two credit passes.
• Relevant professional qualifications will be considered an added advantage.
• Relevant work experience will be considered an added advantage.
• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform duties anywhere in Sri Lanka.
• Age should be between 18 and 45 years.
• Must have been a permanent resident of the relevant province during the last five years.
• Applicants should possess good character.
• All qualifications must be completed by the closing date of applications.

How to Apply?

1. Obtain the application form and recruitment details from the Department of Archaeology website after 05 June 2026.
2. Complete the application form accurately.
3. Send the application by registered post before 06 July 2026.

Official Submission Details: Director General of Archaeology, Department of Archaeology, P.O. Box 532, Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha, Colombo 07.

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