Construction Industry Development Authority Vacancies 2026
The Construction Industry Development Authority Vacancies 2026 notification has been officially issued by the Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA) under the Ministry of Housing, Construction and Water Supply.
Applications are invited from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for several Grade II (JM 1-2) officer-level positions. These vacancies offer attractive government salary scales, EPF/ETF contributions, medical insurance, and other public sector benefits.
📌 Available Posts – CIDA Vacancies 2026
1️⃣ Supply Officer – (JM 1-2) Grade II
2️⃣ Maintenance Officer – (JM 1-2) Grade II
3️⃣ Accounts Officer – (JM 1-2) Grade II
These positions are open to both external and internal candidates under the specified qualification criteria.
🎓 1️⃣ Supply Officer – (JM 1-2) Grade II
🔹 External Candidates
- Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Administration
- Business Management
- Accountancy
- Financial Management
- Commerce
- Science
- Degree must be recognized by the UGC.
🔹 Internal Candidates
- Must meet external qualifications
OR
- Minimum 05 years satisfactory service as a Management Assistant (Non-Tech) Grade II in CIDA in a relevant subject area.
🏗️ 2️⃣ Maintenance Officer – (JM 1-2) Grade II
🔹 External Candidates (One of the following)
- NVQ Level 7 Certificate in relevant field (recognized by TVEC)
OR
- NVQ Level 6 Certificate with minimum 05 years post-qualifying experience
OR
- NVQ Level 5 Certificate with minimum 10 years post-qualifying experience in:
- Government Department
- Corporation
- Board
- Reputed Private Sector Organization
🔹 Internal Candidates
- Must meet external qualifications
OR
- Minimum 05 years satisfactory service as Management Assistant (Tech) Grade II in CIDA.
💰 3️⃣ Accounts Officer – (JM 1-2) Grade II
🔹 External Candidates (One of the following)
- Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Finance
- Accountancy
- Commerce
- Accounting & Financial Management
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Public Management
- Management
(UGC recognized)
OR
- Passed Intermediate Examination of:
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL)
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) – Part I & II
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
🔹 Internal Candidates
- Must meet external qualifications
OR
- Minimum 05 years satisfactory service as Management Assistant (Non-Tech) Grade II in CIDA.
💵 Salary Code & Monthly Salary Scale
JM 1-2 – 2025
Rs. 74,010 – 10 x 1,360 – 18 x 2,040 = Rs. 124,330
- Initial Salary Step (as per DMS Circular No. 01/2025): Rs. 66,781
- From 01.01.2027: Rs. 74,010
🎂 Age Limit
- Minimum: 22 years
- Maximum: 45 years
📌 Upper age limit does not apply to internal candidates and candidates from Public/Corporate Sector.
📋 Recruitment Procedure
- Written Competitive Examination and/or
- Structured Interview conducted by a panel appointed by the appointing authority.
🎁 Benefits
Selected candidates will be entitled to:
- Cost of Living Allowance and other government-approved allowances
- CIDA contribution: 15% EPF & 3% ETF
- Employee contribution: 10% EPF
- “Agaraha Gold” Medical Insurance Scheme
- Bonus payments and leave encashment (as per Public Enterprise Circulars)
📮 How to Apply – CIDA Vacancies 2026
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| Closing Date | 19-03-2026 |
- Download the application form from: www.cida.gov.lk
- Submit the completed application with:
- Certified copies of Educational Certificates
- Professional Qualifications
- Experience Certificates
- Send applications under Registered Cover.
📅 Closing Date: 19th March 2026
📌 Clearly mention the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
Send Applications To:
Chairman
Construction Industry Development Authority
“Savisiripaya”
No. 123, Wijerama Mawatha
Colombo 07
Government employees must apply through their respective Heads of Institutions.
⚠️ Incomplete or late applications will be rejected. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
🌟 Why Apply for Construction Industry Development Authority Vacancies 2026?
- Attractive government salary structure
- EPF/ETF benefits with higher employer contribution
- Competitive recruitment process
- Medical insurance coverage
- Opportunity to work in Sri Lanka’s construction regulatory authority
