Interview List Released for Combined Drivers’ Service Grade III Recruitment – 2026
Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government
📝 Overview
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has officially released the list of candidates qualified for the interview for the Open Competitive Examination for Recruitment to Grade III of the Combined Drivers’ Service – 2026. According to the notice dated 28 July 2026, the interview list has been prepared based on the results of the competitive examination conducted by the Commissioner General of Examinations on 17 May 2026.
📌 Key Details
| Recruitment | Combined Drivers’ Service — Grade III |
|---|---|
| Stage | Interview List Released |
| Notice Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 17 May 2026 |
| Conducted By | Commissioner General of Examinations |
| Governing Gazette | Gazette Extraordinary No. 2,476 dated 13 February 2026 |
| Issued By | N.U. Nishan Mendis, Director General of Combined Services |
➡️ Next Steps for Shortlisted Candidates
Candidates whose names appear on the published list have been shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment process. The Ministry stated that details regarding the date, time, and venue of the general interview and professional test will be communicated individually to the shortlisted applicants in due course.
⚠️ Important Notice
Please Note
The Ministry further emphasized that inclusion in the interview list does not guarantee appointment to the Combined Drivers’ Service. All candidates must satisfy the qualifications and eligibility requirements specified in the Gazette Extraordinary No. 2,476 dated 13 February 2026 before any appointment can be made.
📌 Source
Authority: N.U. Nishan Mendis, Director General of Combined Services
Notice: Interview List — Combined Drivers’ Service Grade III Recruitment 2026 (dated 28 July 2026)
