University Z-Score Cut-Off Marks 2025/2026 Released
Download the official district-wise minimum Z-Score cut-off marks for Sri Lankan state university admission in English and Sinhala PDF.
Official University Admission Update
The University Grants Commission has released the minimum Z-Score cut-off marks for admission to state universities for the Academic Year 2025/2026. The document is based on the results of the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination 2025 after re-scrutiny.
University Cut-Off Marks 2025/2026
The newly released cut-off marks show the minimum Z-Score required for selection to different courses of study offered by Sri Lankan state universities. The applicable score differs according to the candidate's district, selected degree programme, university, district quota and available number of places.
Students can use the official PDF to compare their own examination Z-Score with the minimum score listed under the relevant course and district. However, the final university and course selection should always be confirmed through the official university admission selection results.
Download University Z-Score PDF
Choose your preferred language to view or download the complete district-wise cut-off marks document.
Official Notice Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Notice | Minimum Z-Scores for University Admission |
| Academic Year | 2025/2026 |
| Examination | G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination 2025 |
| Result Basis | Results after re-scrutiny |
| Selection Type | District-wise and all-island merit-based selection, depending on the course |
| Authority | University Grants Commission, Sri Lanka |
| Published Date | 31 July 2026 |
Main Courses Included
The official cut-off marks document includes a wide range of degree programmes offered by state universities. Major study areas include:
Medicine, Dental Surgery, Veterinary Science and related health programmes.
Engineering, Engineering Management, Quantity Surveying and technology-related programmes.
Computer Science, Information Technology and Business Information Systems.
Management, Commerce, Financial Engineering, Banking and Insurance.
Law, Social Work, Arts, Mass Media and Public Policy programmes.
Agriculture, Food Science, Nutrition and Agricultural Technology.
Biological Science, Physical Science, Applied Science and Molecular Biology.
Arts, Performing Arts, Mass Media and other aptitude-test-based programmes.
How to Check Your Z-Score Cut-Off Mark
Important Symbols in the PDF
# indicates courses for which practical or aptitude tests were conducted.
How University Selection Works
University admission is not determined only by obtaining a high Z-Score. Selection may also depend on the number of available places, district allocation, all-island merit ranking, course preferences and any aptitude or practical test requirements.
Some courses are not offered in all three languages. Therefore, a student may not be selected for a particular course or university even when the published minimum Z-Score appears to have been reached.
Important Notice to Students
The cut-off mark is provided for reference and comparison. It should not be treated as an official university admission certificate. Students must check the official university course-selection result and follow the instructions issued by the relevant authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have the 2025/2026 university cut-off marks been released?
Yes. The district-wise minimum Z-Score cut-off marks for the Academic Year 2025/2026 have been released.
Which A/L examination is used for these cut-off marks?
They are based on the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination 2025 results after re-scrutiny.
Are Z-Score cut-off marks the same for every district?
No. The minimum score may vary according to district, university, degree programme, quota and available places.
What does NQC mean?
NQC means No Qualified Candidates for the relevant district and course combination under the applicable selection conditions.
Does reaching the cut-off mark guarantee admission?
Students should rely on the official course-selection result for final confirmation of admission.
Can I download the document in Sinhala and English?
Yes. Both Sinhala and English PDF download buttons are provided in this post.
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