The University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) has invited applications for the Aptitude Test to select candidates for the Bachelor of Science Honours in Sports Science & Management degree programme. Selection will be based on performance in the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination 2024 (held in 2025) and the Aptitude Test.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have obtained at least ‘S’ grades in any three subjects at the G.C.E. (A/L) Examination 2024 (2025), as stated in the University Admissions Handbook 2024/2025.
Components of the Aptitude Test
| Test Component | Testing Procedure | Marks Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Practical Test | Physical fitness evaluation including 35m Sprint, 10×5m Shuttle Run, 1000m Aerobic Run, Standing Broad Jump, Push-ups (same for both genders), and Sit and Reach Test. | 60% |
| Sports Achievements | Evaluation of sports achievements at International, National, Provincial, District, and Zonal levels (2019–2025). | 40% |
Test Schedule & Venue
Venue: University of Sri Jayewardenepura
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| 24.05.2025 | 08:00 a.m. – 06:00 p.m. |
| 25.05.2025 | 08:00 a.m. – 06:00 p.m. |
| 26.05.2025 | 08:00 a.m. – 01:00 p.m. |
Note: This Aptitude Test is only for the Sports Science & Management programme and not valid for the Physical Education degree.
Application Procedure
- Application Fee: Rs. 1,800
- Pay to: Account No. 097-1-001-7-001-4075
- Bank: People’s Bank, Gangodawila Branch
- Account Name: University of Sri Jayewardenepura
- NIC number must be mentioned in the ‘Purpose’ section of the payment slip or online transaction.
- Required Documents (renamed with NIC number):
- Scanned copies of both sides of NIC
- Scanned copy of the bank payment slip/proof of payment
Applicants must also provide a valid email address to receive further instructions and updates.
Deadline for application submission: 20th May 2025
Contact Information
- Department of Sports Science, Faculty of Applied Sciences, USJ
- Tel: 011-2881530 / 011-2881531 / 070-2687874
- Email: aptsports@sci.sjp.ac.lk
- Assistant Registrar, Faculty of Applied Sciences, USJ
- Tel: 011-2881509
| Details | Click Here |
| Application | Click Here |
| Website | https://www.sjp.ac.lk/ |
| Closing Date | 2025.05.20 |
| All Aptitude Test Details 2025 | Click Here |
