The Department of Examinations has invited eligible teachers and education professionals to apply as answer script examiners for the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination 2026. The closing date for online applications is 22 June 2026.
According to the Department, all applicants must ensure that the information provided is complete and accurate. Applications containing incomplete or incorrect details will be rejected without prior notice.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to:
- Government school teachers serving under the Ministry of Education or Provincial Departments of Education.
- Experienced Teacher Advisors who have previously participated in G.C.E. A/L answer script evaluation activities.
- Applicants possessing degree or diploma qualifications relevant to the subject applied for.
- Teachers currently teaching Grades 12 and 13 or serving in a related subject area.
- Private and International School teachers following the national curriculum for English-medium subjects and English Language categories.
Important Conditions
Applicants should note the following requirements:
- Educational and professional qualifications must be entered accurately.
- All information required under Step 5 of the application must be completed.
- Teachers facing disciplinary investigations or examination duty bans are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants whose family members are sitting for the 2026 A/L Examination are not eligible for marking duties.
- Applications will be accepted online only.
Proposed Evaluation Centres
The Department has proposed the following evaluation centres:
- Colombo
- Maharagama
- Horana
- Kalutara
- Negombo
- Gampaha
- Ratnapura
- Badulla
- Galle
- Matara
- Kurunegala
- Kuliyapitiya
- Anuradhapura
- Kegalle
- Kandy
- Batticaloa
- Vavuniya
- Jaffna
Applicants are required to select a second preferred centre as well. The Department notes that centres will be established only if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Application Process
- Government school teachers must submit applications online through the attestation of their respective Principals.
- Only first-time applicants are required to submit a printed copy together with qualification certificates.
- Applicants are advised to download and retain a copy of the application after attestation.
- Applications must be certified by the relevant Principal, Zonal Director, Divisional Director, or Head of Institution.
| Instructions | Sinhala | Tamil |
| Application | Online Application |
| Closing Date | 22.06.2026 |
