The Department of Meteorology under the Ministry of Defence has officially called applications for the Open Competitive Examination 2026 to recruit Meteorological Observer / Communicator (Trainee Grade) officers to the Sri Lanka Technological Service. Eligible Sri Lankan citizens can now submit applications online.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Meteorological Observer / Communicator (Trainee Grade) |
| Department | Department of Meteorology |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence |
| Recruitment Type | Open Competitive Examination |
| Vacancies | 47 Posts |
| Exam Date | October 2026 (Colombo) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 600 |
| Application Closing Date | 13 August 2026 |
| Training Year | Monthly Allowance |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Rs. 43,274 – Rs. 45,230 |
| Year 2 | Rs. 43,730 – Rs. 45,770 |
| Permanent Salary Scale | Rs. 52,250 – Rs. 100,040 |
The recruitment process consists of a written examination followed by document verification.
| Paper | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Test | 1 Hour | 100 |
| Technical Subject Paper | 2 Hours | 100 |
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