Education Ministry Opens Data Portal for 2027 School Textbook Requisitions (Stage One)
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka
The Educational Publications Department of the Ministry of Education has officially opened the online data entry system for the first stage of school textbook requisitions for the 2027 academic year — urging all school administrators to submit their data before the August 10, 2026 deadline, which will not be extended.
Requisition Scope & Requirements
The first stage of the requisition process covers all school grades except Grades 1, 2, and 6. School principals and administrative officers are required to enter the expected student enrollment figures for each class for the 2027 academic year.
Accessing the Portal
School authorities can access the textbook requisition system through the official Ministry of Education portal below.
Official Support Lines
To assist schools with technical issues or inquiries during data entry, the department has designated dedicated helpline numbers. Note: All lines are WhatsApp-only.
| Designation | Contact Number WhatsApp only |
|---|---|
| General Inquiries | 071-2026065 |
| Deputy Commissioner (Distribution) | 071-7794022 |
| Deputy Commissioner (Distribution) | 071-5867119 |
| Commissioner (Production & Distribution) | 071-7790995 |
