National Youth Services Council Vacancies 2026 – Full Vacancy Details & How to Apply
The National Youth Services Council (NYSC) has officially announced a large-scale recruitment for 2026, calling applications from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for managerial, executive, technical, clerical, and support service positions.
This recruitment is one of the largest government youth-sector intakes in 2026, providing stable employment opportunities island-wide with government-approved salary scales, EPF/ETF benefits, and long-term career growth.
Overview of National Youth Services Council Vacancies 2026
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Youth Services Council (NYSC) |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Job Categories | Managerial, Executive, Technical, MA & PL |
| Employment Type | Permanent / Contract (post dependent) |
| Work Location | Island-wide |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Closing Date | 03 February 2026 |
Available Vacancies – NYSC 2026
🔹 Senior Management (HM 1-1)
- Chief Internal Auditor – 01
- Director (Development) – 01
Salary Scale (HM 1-1 – 01/2025):
Rs. 140,640 – 15 × 4,100 – Rs. 202,140
Age Limit: 35 – 55 years
(Upper age limit not applicable to internal candidates)
🔹 Middle Management (MM 1-1)
- Assistant Director (Finance) – 01
- Internal Auditor – 01
- Engineer (Civil) – 01
Salary Scale (MM 1-1 – 01/2025):
Rs. 91,690 – 10 × 2,480 – 15 × 3,450 – Rs. 168,240
Age Limit: 22 – 45 years
🔹 Junior Management (JM 1-1)
- Technical Officer – 02
- Procurement Officer – 01
- Finance Officer – 08
- Internal Audit Officer – 03
Salary Scale (JM 1-1 – 01/2025):
Rs. 72,650 – 10 × 1,360 – 18 × 2,040 – approx. Rs. 124,330
Age Limit: 22 – 45 years
🔹 Language, Media & Creative Posts
- Language Translator (MA-4) – 01
- Videographer (MA-2-1) – 02
- Video Editor (MA-2-1) – 02
- Associate Producer (MA-2-1) – 01
- Computer Graphic Designer (MA-2-1) – 02
Salary Scales:
- MA-4: Rs. 64,320 – Rs. 113,170
- MA-2-1: Rs. 50,540 – Rs. 87,710
🔹 Technical Assistants (MA-2-1)
- Technical Assistant (Electronic)
- Technical Assistant (Civil)
- Technical Assistant (Electrical)
(Contract-based posts)
🔹 Clerical & Youth Service Staff
- Management Assistant (MA-1-1) – 40
- Assistant Youth Service Officer (MA-1-1) – 76
Salary Scale (MA-1-1 – 01/2025):
Rs. 46,220 – 10 × 540 – 7 × 630 – 4 × 890 – 20 × 1,190 – Rs. 83,390
🔹 Drivers, Technicians & Skilled Staff (PL Grades)
- Driver (PL-3) – 17
- Automobile Technician (PL-3) – 01
- Technician (Maintenance) – 02
- Technician (Lighting) – 01
- Technician (Generator) – 01
- Technician (පල්දෝරු / Machinery) – 02
- Technician (Swimming Pool Machine) – 01
- Electrician (PL-3) – 02
- Bungalow Keeper (PL-2) – 01
- Office Assistant (PL-1) – 20
Salary Scales (PL Grades – 01/2025):
- PL-3: Rs. 43,280 – Rs. 67,040
- PL-2: Rs. 42,300 – Rs. 66,060
- PL-1: Rs. 40,500 – Rs. 62,530
Age Limit: 18 – 45 years
General Qualifications & Conditions
- Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka
- Good physical and mental fitness
- Excellent moral character
- Willingness to serve anywhere in Sri Lanka
- EPF (10% employee / 15% employer) & ETF (3% employer)
- External recruits: probation period
- Internal recruits: trial period
Selection Process
- Online application screening
- Written examination and/or structured interview
- Final selection by National Youth Services Council
📌 Canvassing will result in disqualification.
How to Apply – NYSC Vacancies 2026
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🖥 Application Method
- Applications must be submitted online only via the official NYSC website
📅 Closing Date
03 February 2026
⚠️ Only one post can be applied for per applicant.
⚠️ Incomplete or incorrect online applications will be rejected.
Why Apply for National Youth Services Council Jobs?
- Stable government employment
- Wide range of vacancies for graduates, technicians & skilled workers
- Attractive salary scales & allowances
- Opportunity to contribute to national youth development
- Long-term career growth & public-sector benefits
