The Ministry of Health has officially announced the Student Nursing Training Programme 2026, opening a significant opportunity for 3000 student nurse trainees across Sri Lanka. The application process will commence on May 29, 2026, and close on June 30, 2026.
This three-year full-time training program (conducted in English) is designed for qualified G.C.E. Advanced Level candidates from Biological or Physical Science streams. Successful trainees receive a monthly allowance and have the opportunity for permanent government employment upon completion.
📌 Programme Overview at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | Student Nursing Training Programme 2026 |
| Recruitment | 3000 Trainees |
| Training Duration | 03 Years (Full-Time) |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Application Period | 29.05.2026 – 30.06.2026 |
| Closing Date | 30.06.2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following academic requirements:
G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L)
- Passed with 09 subjects.
- Credit passes (not less than ‘C’) in:
- Sinhala OR Tamil
- Mathematics
- Science
- English
- Completed within not more than two sittings.
G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L)
- Must have completed A/L in 2021, 2022, 2023, or 2024.
- Only candidates from Biological Science or Physical Science streams are eligible.
- Must have passed 03 subjects in one sitting (General English & Common General Test are not considered).
Eligible A/L Subject Streams
| Biological Science | Physical Science |
|---|---|
| Biology | Combined Mathematics |
| Chemistry | Chemistry |
| Agriculture | Physics |
| Physics | Advanced Mathematics |
| Mathematics | – |
👨⚕️ Other Eligibility Requirements
- Citizenship – Sri Lankan Citizen
- Age – Between 18 and 28 years on 29.05.2026
- Minimum Height – 147.3 cm (4’10”)
- Marital Status – Must be unmarried
- Gender – Both Male and Female can apply (Allocation: 95% Female, 5% Male)
- Health – Physically and mentally fit
❌ Not Eligible to Apply
The following candidates cannot apply:
- Students currently following full-time university degree programmes.
- Students enrolled in National Colleges of Education.
- Students following full-time courses under Ministry of Health or other government institutions.
- Married or divorced applicants.
- Applicants providing false information (will result in disqualification).
💰 Application Fee
- Fee: Rs. 1000
- Payment Method: Must be paid at a Bank of Ceylon (BOC) Branch (over the counter).
- Online banking and cash deposit machines are NOT accepted.
- Important: Keep the original receipt for interview verification.
📄 Documents Required (Prepare Before Applying)
- National Identity Card (NIC)
- G.C.E. O/L Result Sheet
- G.C.E. A/L Result Sheet with Z-Score
- Bank Payment Receipt (Rs. 1000)
- Two active mobile numbers
- Email Address
- Residence Certificate
- Birth Certificate
- School Leaving Certificate
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Only one application per candidate.
- Application must be completed in English.
- Use the same NIC used for the A/L Examination.
- A copy of the submitted application must be received by email.
- Download and print the application copy immediately after submission.
- If the application copy is not received by email, contact the Ministry immediately.
🎯 Selection Method
- District-based recruitment system
- Selection based on Z-Score ranking
- 95% Female, 5% Male allocation
- Interview will verify qualifications and physical fitness
💵 Benefits & Service Requirement
- Monthly allowance paid during training.
- Training conducted in recognized nursing schools.
- Government employment opportunity after successful completion.
- Selected candidates must serve a minimum of 10 years after appointment.
| Details in English | Click Here |
| Details in Sinhala | Click Here |
| Details in Tamil | Click Here |
| Online Application | Click Here |
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