Driving Instructor Written Examination 2026 – Department of Motor Traffic Sri Lanka

Applications are invited from eligible Sri Lankan citizens for the Written Examination for Registration of Driving Instructors – 2026 conducted by the Department of Motor Traffic.

Applicants must satisfy all required qualifications by the closing date of applications.

• Applicant must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
• Applicant must be between 23 and 65 years of age.
• Eligible applicants should generally have been born on or before 21 August 2003 and on or after 21 August 1961.
• Applicants must satisfy the required educational, vocational or experience qualifications specified in the Gazette.
• Applicants must possess the required valid driving licence for the relevant instructor category.
• The relevant driving licence should include the required minimum driving experience.
• Applicants must be medically fit to drive and provide driving instruction.

Applicants should satisfy one of the qualification routes specified in the official notice, including:

• G.C.E. Ordinary Level or equivalent qualifications meeting the requirements stated in the Gazette, including Mathematics and Sinhala or Tamil;
• NVQ Level 3 qualification recognized by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission in Motor Vehicle Mechanics or a field related to the driving profession;
• Required experience as an Assistant Driving Instructor, subject to the conditions given in the Gazette.

• Motor Traffic Act
• Highway Code and road rules
• Teaching and instructional methods
• Safe driving
• Ethics
• First Aid
• Mechanical and technical knowledge
• Road safety

The examination fee is Rs. 3,000.

The fee should be paid according to the instructions given in the official Gazette. Applicants should attach the original payment receipt to the application in the specified place and retain a photocopy for reference.

1. Download the official application form.
2. Read the Gazette carefully and confirm that you meet all eligibility requirements.
3. Complete the application in the same language medium in which you intend to sit the examination.
4. Pay the prescribed examination fee of Rs. 3,000.
5. Attach the payment receipt to the application as instructed.
6. Complete all required certifications and signatures.
7. Send the completed application by Registered Post to the address given below on or before the closing date.

Candidates must obtain the required pass marks in the written examination.

Eligible candidates will then be called for an interview where certificates and qualifications will be checked.

Selected candidates will also undergo a practical assessment relating to driver training and instruction.

Candidates who successfully complete the required selection stages and Driving Instructor course may be issued the relevant Driving Instructor licence subject to the official requirements.