Coconut Research Institute Vacancies 2026

The Coconut Research Institute (CRI), operating under the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, has officially invited applications from Sri Lankan citizens to fill several key positions within the organization. The recruitment drive aims to strengthen the institute’s technical and field operations across the country.

Available Positions

1. Works Superintendent (Civil) – 01 Vacancy
2. Human Resources Officer – 01 Vacancy
3. Librarian – 01 Vacancy
4. Estates Superintendent – 02 Vacancies
5. Assistant Seed & Seedling Production and Certification Officer – 01 Vacancy
6. Experimental Officer – 02 Vacancies
7. Experimental Officer (Tamil Medium) – 01 Vacancy
8. Assistant Estates Superintendent – 03 Vacancies
9. Technical Officer – 03 Vacancies
10. Field Officer – 02 Vacancies
11. Lab & Field Assistant – 06 Vacancies

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be placed on salary scales according to the Department of Management Services (DMS) Circular No. 01/2025. For example, a Works Superintendent (JM 1-2) will receive a starting salary of Rs. 66,781.00 as of early 2026, which is scheduled to rise to a base of Rs. 74,010.00 by January 2027. Additional benefits typically include cost-of-living and tea allowances.

Application Process

Interested applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka, possess good physical and mental fitness, and be willing to serve in any part of the island.

To apply, candidates should:

1. Submit a signed application along with copies of their birth certificate, educational certificates, and two testimonials (one must be from a Grama Niladhari).
2. Provide the contact details of two non-related referees.
3. Send the application via registered post to the Chairman, Coconut Research Board, Lunuwila, 61150.
4. Clearly mark the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.