FULL_TIME
Colombo
58235 LKR / MONTH
2026/09/14
University Grants Commission has invited applications for the post of Management Assistant (Book Keeping) – Grade III. Apply by 14 September 2026.
Quick Vacancy Details
| Institution | University Grants Commission |
| Positions Available | Management Assistant (Book Keeping) – Grade III |
| Work Location | Colombo |
| Required Education | G.C.E. O/L and G.C.E. A/L |
| Salary Scale | U – MN 1 (III) – Rs. 49,075 – 17 x 540 – Rs. 58,235/- p.m. (Other government approved allowances will be paid) |
| Employment Type | Permanent (Mapped to FULL_TIME in schema) |
| Application Closing Date | 14 September 2026 (2026-09-14) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications
- For Management Assistant (Book Keeping) – Grade III: Passed G.C.E. O/L in six subjects in one sitting with credit passes in Sinhala/Tamil Language, English Language/Literature, and Mathematics; AND passed all subjects at G.C.E. A/L (except Common General Paper) in one sitting, along with National Certificate for Accounting Technicians or A/L in Commerce Stream.
Age Limit:
18 – 45
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
- Applications for the post should be submitted on the prescribed application form downloaded from the “Career Opportunities” link on the UGC website at (
www.ugc.ac.lk) - A non-refundable application processing fee of Rs. 1000/- (View the Ad for Account Details)
- Affix the original Bank Slip in the relevant box given in the application form. Bank Slips without details of the applicant will not be accepted.
- Prepare the duly completed application with the applicant’s photograph attached and gather clear copies of all relevant certificates.
- Indicate “Post of MA (Book Keeping) Gr III” clearly on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
- Forward the complete application package under Registered Cover to reach the official mailing address below on or before the closing date.
Official Mailing Address: Deputy Secretary /Personnel, University Grants Commission, No. 20, Ward Place, Colombo 07.
Official Source & Application Links
Source: Daily News 28/08/2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the closing date for this vacancy?
The closing date for applications to reach the University Grants Commission is 14 September 2026.
What are the educational qualifications required?
Candidates must pass G.C.E. O/L in 6 subjects in one sitting with Credit passes in Sinhala/Tamil, English/English Literature, and Mathematics, AND pass all subjects at G.C.E. A/L in one sitting with either A/L in Commerce Stream OR National Certificate for Accounting Technicians.
Is there an application fee?
Yes, a non-refundable application processing fee of Rs. 1000/- must be deposited into Bank of Ceylon Account No 0002323287 (Torrington Branch) in favour of the University Grants Commission.
