National Archives Assistant Director Vacancies 2026 – Open Competitive Exam
Department of National Archives, Sri Lanka – Gazette Notice, Qualifications, Salary, Closing Date & Application Form
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens for recruitment to Grade III of the National Archives Assistant Director posts in the Executive Service Category of the Department of National Archives under the Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs. Recruitment will be made through an Open Competitive Examination – 2026.
National Archives Job Vacancies 2026
Vacancy Overview
| Organization | Department of National Archives |
| Ministry | Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs |
| Post | National Archives Assistant Director – Grade III |
| Recruitment | Open Competitive Examination |
| Year | 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 03 |
| Employment | Permanent & Pensionable |
| Salary Scale | SL1-2025 – Rs. 82,150 – 195,970 per month |
| Closing Date | 25 September 2026 |
Educational Qualifications
1. Assistant Director (Technology)
Applicants should possess an appropriate degree from a recognized university or degree-awarding institution. The Gazette specifies qualifications relating to fields such as Archival Conservation or Chemistry.
Relevant applicants may qualify through the prescribed special degree pathway or an accepted general degree together with the required postgraduate qualification, subject to the full conditions stated in the official Gazette.
2. Assistant Director (Electronic Records & Digitization)
Relevant degree fields listed in the Gazette include:
- Computer Science
- Computer & Engineering Technology
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Information Technology (IT)
Applicants should carefully check whether their degree and any required postgraduate qualification satisfy the exact conditions of the Gazette before applying.
3. Assistant Director (Film & Audio Visual)
The Gazette specifies recognized qualifications in areas including:
- Arts
- Visual Arts
- Fine Arts
The prescribed special degree or general degree plus postgraduate qualification requirements should be checked against the official Gazette before submitting the application.
The Gazette also specifies an English-language qualification. Applicants should check the exact G.C.E. O/L, G.C.E. A/L / General English or English-medium degree requirement applicable to the post.
Age Limit
Applicants should be not less than 21 years and not more than 35 years of age as at the closing date of applications.
Other General Requirements
- Applicant must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
- Applicant must be of excellent character.
- Applicants must possess the required physical and mental fitness to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
- All required qualifications must be completed on or before the closing date.
Selection Method
Recruitment will be based on a written competitive examination followed by a merit / suitability assessment interview according to the conditions specified in the Gazette.
Written Examination
| Subject | Duration | Marks | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Test | 1 Hour | 100 | 50 |
| English Writing Skills | 2 Hours | 100 | 50 |
How to Apply
Applicants should prepare the application according to the specimen application provided with the official notice. Completed applications must be sent by registered post to:
Department of National Archives,
No. 07, Philip Gunawardena Mawatha,
Colombo 07,
Sri Lanka.
Applicants should clearly write the name of the relevant National Archives Assistant Director Grade III Open Competitive Examination – 2026 on the top left-hand corner of the envelope as instructed in the Gazette.
Submit your application early to avoid postal delays.
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