The Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka has officially released applications for the Efficiency Bar Examinations 2026 conducted for officers attached to the Sri Lanka State Audit Service and Audit Officers Service.
Eligible candidates can now apply online through the official examination application portal before the closing date.
💰 Examination Fee: Rs. 250.00 per subject + Toll Fee
📅 Application Opening Date: 29 April 2026 – 09:00 AM
⏰ Closing Date: 29 May 2026 – 09:00 PM
📚 Examination Type: New Syllabus
🏢 Conducted By: Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka
💰 Examination Fee: Rs. 250.00 per subject + Toll Fee
📅 Application Opening Date: 29 April 2026 – 09:00 AM
⏰ Closing Date: 29 May 2026 – 09:00 PM
📚 Examination Type: Old Syllabus
🏢 Conducted By: Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka
1. What is the Efficiency Bar Examination?
It is a departmental examination conducted for officers in government services.
2. Who conducts this examination?
Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka.
3. Who can apply?
Eligible officers attached to relevant audit services.
4. What is the examination fee?
Rs. 250 per subject plus toll fee.
5. What is the closing date?
29 May 2026.
6. Are online applications mandatory?
Yes.
7. Can late applications be accepted?
No.
8. Is there a printed application form?
No, only online applications are accepted.
9. Can I apply using mobile phone?
Yes.
10. What is the examination type?
New syllabus and old syllabus examinations.
11. Is there a separate gazette notice?
Yes.
12. How can I pay the fee?
Through the online payment method.
13. Can I edit the application later?
Usually not after submission.
14. Is the fee refundable?
No.
15. How do I know my application is successful?
You will receive a confirmation message.
16. What should I do after submission?
Save and print your confirmation slip.
17. Is this examination difficult?
Depends on preparation and syllabus knowledge.
18. Can private sector employees apply?
No.
19. What subjects are included?
Refer to the official syllabus notice.
20. Is there an age limit?
Please check the gazette notice.
21. Where can I download the syllabus?
Using the links above.
22. What if payment fails?
Try again or contact support.
23. Are admission cards issued online?
Usually yes.
24. Can I apply for both categories?
If eligible.
25. Is this examination conducted islandwide?
Yes.
26. What browser should I use?
Chrome or Edge recommended.
27. Is there a service requirement?
Yes, according to service regulations.
28. Can incomplete applications be accepted?
No.
29. How do I contact the examination department?
Through official contact details.
30. Where can I get latest updates?
Visit the official website regularly.
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