The Department of Agrarian Development has officially invited applications for the Limited Competitive Examination for recruitment to Grade II of the Agrarian Development Officer position.
Managed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land, and Irrigation, this examination is scheduled to be held in September 2026 in Colombo.
Key Application Details
- Application Method: Strictly Online via the Department of Examinations.
- Language of Application: Applications must be completed in English only.
- Application Fee: Rs. 600.
- Payments can be made via Credit Card, Internet-enabled Debit Card, or BOC Online Banking/Branches.
- Opening Date: May 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
- Closing Date: June 08, 2026, at 9:00 PM.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka with an excellent character and be physically and mentally fit to serve in any part of the island. The recruitment is open to internal candidates meeting either of the following qualifications:
- Category 1: Officers confirmed in a departmental post within the Department of Agrarian Development, holding a degree recognized by the UGC and having completed 05 years of satisfactory service.
- Category 2: Agriculture Research & Production Assistants or Agrarian Service Centre Management Assistants who are confirmed and have completed 05 years of satisfactory service in Grade II.
- Must have passed G.C.E. (O/L) in 06 subjects (with credits in Language, Math, and two others) and passed at least one G.C.E. (A/L) subject.
Examination Structure
The competitive examination consists of two papers, available in both Sinhala and Tamil mediums:
| Paper | Duration | Total Marks | Pass Mark |
| 01. Aptitude Test | 1 Hour | 100 | 40% |
| 02. Subject Related Knowledge | 1.5 Hours | 100 | 40% |
- Aptitude Test: Focuses on logical reasoning, analytical skills, and decision-making through multiple-choice and short-answer questions.
- Subject Knowledge: Tests knowledge of the department’s functions and the Agrarian Development Act No. 46 of 2000 (including the 2011 amendment).
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Confirmation: Applicants will receive an SMS or Email confirmation once the application is successfully submitted.
- Admission Cards: These will be issued online only. Candidates must have their signature on the admission card certified by their Head of Institute.
- Identity Verification: Only a valid National Identity Card (NIC), Passport, or Driving License will be accepted for identification at the exam hall.
- Salary Scale: The position carries the salary scale MN-05-2025 (Rs. 58,660 – 110,570) as per Public Administration Circular 10/2025.
| Details | English | Sinhala | Tamil |
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Source | Gazette 2026.05.08 |
| Closing Date | 2026.06.08 |
