The job vacancy 2026 for the post of Agrarian Development Officer (Grade II) within the Department of Agrarian Development.
General Overview
- Organization: Department of Agrarian Development under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land, and Irrigation.
- Post: Agrarian Development Officer, Grade II.
- Nature of Post: Permanent and subject to government pension policy.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: Between 21 and 35 years as of June 8, 2026. (Applicants must be born on or before June 8, 2005, and on or after June 8, 1991) .
- Education: A degree from a university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
- Citizenship: Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
- Character: Must possess an excellent character and be physically and mentally fit to serve in any part of the island.
Application Process
- Method: Applications must be submitted Online Only via the Department of Examinations website: www.doenets.lk.
- Application Language: The online application must be completed in English.
- Deadline: Applications open on May 11, 2026, and close on June 8, 2026, at 9:00 PM.
- Examination Fee: Rs. 600, payable via credit card, debit card, or Bank of Ceylon online/branch methods.
Examination Details
The recruitment will be based on an open competitive examination scheduled for September 2026. It consists of two papers:
- Comprehension (1.5 hours): Testing the ability to understand texts and provide explanations/summaries.
- Intelligence Test (1.25 hours): Multiple-choice questions assessing logical reasoning, analytical skills, and decision-making.
- Pass Mark: Candidates must score at least 40% in each paper to be considered.
- Language: The exam can be taken in either Sinhala or Tamil.
Salary Scale
- Based on Public Administration Circular 10/2025 (MN-05-2025):
- Rs. 58,660 – 10 x 1,190 – 11 x 1,360 – 15 x 1,670 – 110,570.
Examination Centers
The exam will be held in various districts including Colombo, Gampaha, Kandy, Galle, Jaffna, Batticaloa, Badulla, and others. Applicants should choose the district closest to their permanent residence.
Note for current State Employees: If you are already in the public or provincial public service, you must submit a copy of the application to your Head of Institution for inclusion in your personal file.
