Important: This vacancy notice is only for eligible officers currently serving in Grade I of the Sri Lanka Animal Production and Health Service. It is not an open recruitment for the general public.
Vacancy Overview
| Recruiting Authority |
Public Service Commission |
| Service |
Sri Lanka Animal Production and Health Service |
| Vacancy Level |
Senior-Level Posts |
| Total Vacancies |
13 Vacancies |
| Application Method |
Registered Post or Hand Delivery |
| Closing Date |
25 August 2026 |
Available Vacancies
| No. |
Post |
Vacancies |
| 01 |
Director – Livestock Development |
01 |
| 02 |
Director – Wildlife Health |
01 |
| 03 |
Director – Veterinary Research |
01 |
| 04 |
Registrar – Veterinary Drugs |
01 |
| 05 |
Chief Epidemiologist |
01 |
| 06 |
Chief Agronomist |
01 |
| 07 |
Principal Scientist |
02 |
| 08 |
Chief Livestock Economist |
01 |
| 09 |
Livestock Extension Specialist |
01 |
| 10 |
Animal Breeding Specialist |
01 |
| 11 |
Veterinary Public Health Specialist |
01 |
| 12 |
Dairy Engineering Specialist |
01 |
| Total Vacancies |
13 |
Institutions and Posts
- Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation: Director – Livestock Development
- Department of Wildlife Conservation: Director – Wildlife Health
- Department of Animal Production and Health: Director – Veterinary Research, Registrar – Veterinary Drugs, Chief Epidemiologist, Chief Agronomist, Principal Scientist, Chief Livestock Economist, Livestock Extension Specialist, Animal Breeding Specialist, Veterinary Public Health Specialist and Dairy Engineering Specialist.
General Qualifications
Applicants must:
- Currently be in active service in Grade I of the Sri Lanka Animal Production and Health Service.
- Have completed at least three years of active service in Grade I.
- Remain in active service as at the closing date.
- Possess all required qualifications by 25 August 2026.
Selection Method
Qualified applicants will be called for a structured interview. Appointments will be made by the Public Service Commission according to the marks obtained and the applicants' order of preference.
Merit marks include performance appraisal, presentation, contribution to the livestock sector, relevant experience, educational qualifications, achievements, research publications, commendations and interview skills.
How to Apply
- Download the relevant application form in English, Sinhala or Tamil.
- Complete the application according to the specimen form.
- Attach duly self-certified copies of the relevant documents in a separate file.
- Forward the application through the Head of the Institution.
- Send it by registered post or deliver it by hand before the closing date.
Write on the top-left corner of the envelope:
“Filling of vacancies in the posts at Senior Level of the Sri Lanka Animal Production and Health Service – 2026”
Application Address
Secretary
Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation
Livestock Division – Ground Floor
No. 80/5, “Govijana Mandiraya”
Rajamalwatta Road
Battaramulla
Closing Date: 25 August 2026
Late or incomplete applications may be rejected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 13 vacancies available under 12 post titles.
Can members of the public apply?
No. Applications are invited only from eligible officers currently serving in Grade I of the Sri Lanka Animal Production and Health Service.
Is an online application available?
No online application method is stated. Applications must be sent by registered post or delivered by hand through the Head of the Institution.
What is the closing date?
The closing date is 25 August 2026.
Applicants should carefully read the official advertisement and cover letter before submitting the application.
