GCE Advanced Level 2026
School Candidate Application
Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka · Online Applications Only
The Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka has officially released instructions for school candidates applying for the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) Examination — 2026. The online application window closes tomorrow, April 24, 2026, and no extensions will be granted under any circumstances. School principals have been instructed to complete all entries immediately through the official online system.
| Exam Name | GCE Advanced Level (A/L) Examination — 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka |
| Candidate Type | School Candidates (applied through school principal) |
| Application Mode | Online only — no physical forms accepted |
| ⚠ Closing Date | 24 April 2026 — TOMORROW |
| Extension Policy | No extension under any reason |
| 🚨 Physical Copy Deadline | May 5, 2026 before 10:00 AM — to Zonal Education Office |
| Medium | Sinhala / Tamil / English |
| Official Website | doenets.lk / examdept.gov.lk |
1 Eligibility — Who Can Apply as a School Candidate
- Must be currently enrolled in an Advanced Level class (Year 1 or Year 2) in a registered school.
- Maximum stay rule: Students who have remained in A/L classes for more than three years are not eligible to apply as school candidates.
- Must present a valid National Identity Card (NIC), valid Passport, or valid Driving License during the examination.
- Candidates without an NIC must visit the Department of Examinations in person to obtain a temporary identification number before the closing date.
- Students who have officially left school and hold a leaving certificate must apply as private candidates, not school candidates.
2 Important Dates
| Event | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Deadline | 24 April 2026 | No extensions. Apply through official portal now. |
| Physical Copy Submission to Zonal Office | May 5, 2026 | Must be received before 10:00 AM. Signed by student & principal. |
3 How to Apply — Step by Step
- 1 The school principal must log in to the official Department of Examinations online portal (doenets.lk) using school credentials.
- 2 Before entering student data, update the school profile — verify address, contact details, and examination city are fully accurate.
- 3 Enter each candidate’s details carefully. Double-check subjects and medium of instruction — changes will NOT be permitted after submission.
- 4 For students with visual impairments, hearing impairments, or other special needs, enter their details through the “Special Education Need Students” link within the system.
- 5 Submit the online application before the closing time on April 24, 2026.
- 6 Print one copy of the completed online application. Have it signed by both the student and the principal, then deliver it to the Zonal Education Office before May 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
4 Apply Now — Official Links
Closing Date: 24.04.2026 | No extensions will be granted under any reason.
5 Frequently Asked Questions
6 සිංහල සාරාංශය | தமிழ் சுருக்கம் | Summary
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2026 GCE உயர்தர பரீட்சைக்கான பாடசாலை விண்ணப்பங்களின் இறுதி திகதி நாளை — 24 ஏப்ரல் 2026. எந்தவொரு காரணத்திற்காகவும் கால நீடிப்பு வழங்கப்படமாட்டாது. அதிபர்கள் இன்றே ஆன்லைன் முறையில் விண்ணப்பங்களை சமர்ப்பிக்க வேண்டும்.
The online application deadline is tomorrow, April 24, 2026. Principals must complete all student entries today. No extensions. Signed printed copies must reach the Zonal Education Office by May 5, 2026 before 10:00 AM.
