The Judicial Service Commission has officially announced the Open Competitive Examination for recruitment to the Post of Court Clerk Grade III in the Court Management Assistants’ Service – 2026.
According to the official gazette notification, eligible Sri Lankan citizens are invited to apply for this permanent government position within the judicial sector. The recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for young applicants seeking stable government employment with long-term career benefits.
Educational Qualifications Required
Applicants must fulfill the following educational requirements:
- Passed six (06) subjects at the G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination in one sitting.
- Obtained Credit passes for four (04) subjects including:
- Sinhala/Tamil Language
- Mathematics
- English
- Passed the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination in one sitting.
Examination Structure
The competitive examination consists of two written question papers:
- Language Proficiency
- Aptitude Test
Each paper carries 100 marks, and candidates must obtain a minimum of 40 marks for each paper to qualify.
Age Limit
Applicants must be:
- Not less than 18 years of age
- Not more than 32 years of age
The age limit will be calculated as at 15 May 2026.
Why Apply for the Court Clerk Position?
This recruitment is expected to attract a large number of applicants due to the benefits associated with government employment in Sri Lanka.
Key Benefits Include:
- Permanent government appointment
- Pension entitlement
- Attractive salary and allowances
- Opportunities to serve within the Sri Lankan judicial system
- Island-wide employment opportunities
- Career stability and professional growth
Application Closing Date
🗓️ Closing Date: 05 June 2026
Applicants are advised to submit applications before the deadline to avoid postal delays.
How to Apply
Duly completed applications should be sent via registered post to:
The Secretary
Judicial Service Commission Secretariat
Colombo 12
| Details | English (P) | Sinhala | Tamil (P) |
| Tamil Translation | Click here |
| Application | www.doenets.lk |
| Gazette | 15.05.2026 |
| Closing date | 05.06.2026 |
| WhatsApp Updates | Click here |
