Graduate Teaching Exam Results 2026 – Latest Update
Graduate Teaching Exam Results 2026 – Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service Latest Update
As of 07 October 2026, an official final result release for the Graduate Teaching Competitive Examinations 2026 has not been confirmed through the Department of Examinations official results service.
Candidates who sat for the competitive examinations for recruitment of graduates to the Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service (SLTS) are continuing to await their official results. The examinations were conducted for recruitment to Sinhala, Tamil and English medium teacher vacancies in National and Provincial schools throughout Sri Lanka.
The examination was held on 24 May 2026. Earlier information indicated that the results were expected before the end of September 2026. However, that expected period has now passed. Candidates should therefore wait for a fresh official announcement from the Ministry of Education or Department of Examinations.
📌 Graduate Teaching Exam 2026 – Quick Details
| Service | Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service (SLTS) |
| Recruitment | Graduate Teachers |
| Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Medium | Sinhala / Tamil / English |
| Schools | National & Provincial Schools |
| Approved Teacher Recruitment | 23,344 |
| Result Status | Pending – Await Official Release |
| Exam Authority | Department of Examinations – Sri Lanka |
Two Graduate Teacher Competitive Examinations
The 2026 recruitment process includes two main competitive examinations:
Competitive Examination for the Recruitment of Graduates to the Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service for Sinhala, Tamil and English medium teacher vacancies.
Competitive Examination for the Recruitment of Graduates already serving in the Public Service to the Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service – 2023 (2026).
23,344 Graduate Teacher Recruitment
The Cabinet of Ministers approved recruitment of 23,344 teachers to the Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service as part of the Government's public-service recruitment programme.
This is the approved recruitment figure. It does not mean that 23,344 candidates have already been selected or appointed. Final selection will depend on the examination results and subsequent recruitment procedures.
Open and Limited Recruitment Numbers
Information released regarding the recruitment programme indicated approximately 15,000 appointments through the Limited stream and around 8,000 appointments through the Open stream.
| Category | Approximate Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Limited Competitive Examination | Approximately 15,000 |
| Open Competitive Examination | Approximately 8,000 |
| Cabinet-approved SLTS recruitment | 23,344 |
Graduate Teaching Exam 2026 Examination Papers
| Paper | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Aptitude Test – Paper 01 | 24 May 2026 | 9.00 AM – 10.00 AM |
| General Knowledge – Paper 02 | 24 May 2026 | 11.00 AM – 12.00 Noon |
Latest Results Release Update – 07 October 2026
The Ministry of Education had earlier indicated that the results were expected to be released before the end of September 2026.
However, as of 07 October 2026, candidates should treat the results as pending until an official result link or announcement is published by the Department of Examinations.
Candidates are advised not to depend on unofficial WhatsApp lists, Facebook posts, unofficial cut-off marks or edited result sheets. Verify results through the official Department of Examinations services.
Expected Next Steps
| Stage | Status / Earlier Plan |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | Completed – 24 May 2026 |
| Results | Pending official confirmation |
| Interviews | Earlier planned for October 2026 |
| Appointments | Targeted for December 2026 |
Since the original expected result period has passed, the interview and appointment dates should also be treated as planned timelines rather than guaranteed dates until a fresh official notice is issued.
How to Check Graduate Teaching Exam Results 2026
- Visit the official Department of Examinations results website.
- Select the relevant Graduate Teaching / Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service examination.
- Enter your required examination details such as Index Number or NIC where requested.
- Check the information carefully before submitting.
- View your official result when it becomes available.
- Keep a copy of the result for future recruitment and interview requirements.
What Candidates Should Do Now
- Keep your examination Index Number and NIC details ready.
- Check the Department of Examinations website regularly.
- Follow official Ministry of Education announcements.
- Keep your educational certificates and degree documents safely available for the next recruitment stage.
- Wait for the official interview notice before relying on any interview date or venue shared online.
- Do not make decisions based on unofficial cut-off marks or selected-name lists.
Frequently Asked Questions
As of 07 October 2026, candidates should treat the results as pending until the Department of Examinations officially publishes the results.
The competitive examination was conducted on 24 May 2026.
Cabinet approval was granted for the recruitment of 23,344 teachers to the Sri Lanka Teachers’ Service.
Interviews were earlier planned for October 2026. Candidates should wait for the official interview notice for confirmed dates and venues.
The earlier Government timeline targeted appointments for December 2026. This remains subject to completion of results, interviews and the official recruitment process.
Graduate Teaching Exam Results 2026 Updates
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