Applications are now invited from qualified Sri Lankan citizens for recruitment to the post of Legal Officer – Grade III in the Executive Service Category of the Department of Animal Production and Health.
Job Vacancy Summary
| Post |
Legal Officer – Grade III |
| Service Category |
Executive Service Category |
| Department |
Department of Animal Production and Health |
| Ministry |
Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation |
| Recruitment Method |
Open Recruitment – Merit Assessment Interview |
| Employment Type |
Permanent and Pensionable |
| Closing Date |
14 August 2026 |
| Application Method |
Registered Post |
Educational and Professional Qualifications
- Applicants must have been sworn in as an Attorney-at-Law of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka.
- Applicants must possess at least three years of active professional legal experience after being sworn in as an Attorney-at-Law.
OR
Applicants must possess at least three years of experience in a legal post at a government institution after being sworn in as an Attorney-at-Law. Relevant experience may include:
- Handling litigation and coordinating with the Attorney General’s Department.
- Legal work relating to agreements and contracts.
- Legal work connected with relevant Acts and legislation.
- Drafting Bills, circulars, regulations and other legal documents.
- Legal, judicial or inquiry work conducted by statutory institutions.
Age Limit
The applicant must be not less than 21 years and not more than 45 years of age as of the application closing date.
Salary Scale
MONTHLY SALARY SCALE
Rs. 82,150 – Rs. 195,970
SL-1-2025 Salary Code
Salary scale: Rs.82,150 – 10 × 2,400 – 8 × 2,940 – 17 × 3,900 – Rs.195,970, subject to the applicable provisions of Public Administration Circular No. 10/2025.
Selection Method
Recruitment will be made based on the results of a structured merit assessment interview conducted by an interview board appointed by the Public Service Commission.
| Assessment Area |
Maximum Marks |
| Additional educational qualifications |
25 |
| Additional professional experience |
35 |
| Information Technology and IT Law knowledge |
10 |
| Language proficiency |
15 |
| Skills demonstrated at the interview |
15 |
| Total |
100 |
How to Apply
- Download the official application form provided below.
- Prepare the application on A4-size paper according to the prescribed format.
- Complete the application in the applicant’s own handwriting.
- Attach self-certified copies of all documents required to prove qualifications and professional experience.
- The applicant’s signature must be certified by an authorized person specified in the official notice.
- Send the completed application by registered post to the address given below.
Application Address
Director General,
Department of Animal Production and Health,
P.O. Box 13,
Gatambe,
Peradeniya.
Write “Recruitment to the Post of Legal Officer Grade III” on the upper-left corner of the envelope.
Important Conditions
- Applicants must be citizens of Sri Lanka and possess excellent character.
- Applicants must be physically and mentally fit to serve in any part of Sri Lanka.
- All required qualifications must be completed by the application closing date.
- The appointment is subject to a three-year probationary period.
- Applications received after the closing date may be rejected.
- Applications that do not follow the prescribed format may be rejected without notice.
- Government and Provincial Public Service employees must submit applications through their respective Head of Department.
Gazette and Application Downloads
View Official Gazette
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the closing date?
The closing date for applications is 14 August 2026.
Can applications be submitted online?
No. Applications must be sent by registered post.
What professional experience is required?
Applicants require at least three years of relevant legal experience after being sworn in as an Attorney-at-Law.
Is this a permanent government job?
Yes. The post is permanent and pensionable, subject to the conditions stated in the official notice.
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Important: Applicants should carefully read the official Gazette notice before applying. The Sinhala notice will prevail if there is any inconsistency between language versions.
