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Educational Qualifications
Instructor Vacancies at University of Vavuniya – 2025
The University of Vavuniya invites applications from suitably qualified Sri Lankan citizens for several teaching and technical posts. These instructor vacancies at University of Vavuniya span the Faculty of Business Studies, the Faculty of Applied Science, and the IT Centre.
Available Positions
The university is recruiting for the following posts:
A. Faculty of Business Studies
- Department of English Language Teaching — Instructor in English Gr.III
- Office of the Dean — Instructor in Computer Technology Gr.II
B. Faculty of Applied Science
- Department of Physical Science — Instructor in Computer Technology Gr.II
C. IT Centre
- Assistant Network Manager Gr.II
Qualifications for Instructor in English
Candidates applying for this university instructor vacancy must meet the qualifications set out under UGC Commission Circular No. 14/2017. Applicants need one of the following:
- A Special Degree in English, or
- A General Degree with English Language as a subject, or
- A Special/General Degree with a Diploma in English of not less than 18 months, obtained from a University or UGC-recognized institution, or
- A Postgraduate Diploma/Masters in Teaching English as a Second Language from the University of Colombo, Open University of Sri Lanka, or an equivalent one-year qualification, or
- A Trained Teachers’ Certificate in English with at least 3 years’ experience after training, or
- A specialist English Trained Teachers’ Certificate with at least 3 years’ experience after training, or
- A National Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language from the College of Education, with at least 3 years’ post-qualifying experience, or
- A Higher National Diploma in English (minimum 2 years) from SLIATE, with at least 3 years’ post-qualifying experience
Candidates must also demonstrate a good command of English and Sinhala/Tamil.
Qualifications for Instructor in Computer Technology Gr.II
As per UGC Commission Circular No. 725, applicants for this computer technology instructor position need one of the following:
- A first or second class B.Sc special degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or
- A pass in the B.Sc special degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or a first/second class B.Sc general degree with Computing as a subject, plus one year of experience in Computing, or
- A pass in the B.Sc general degree with Computing as a subject, or a first/second class B.Sc general degree without Computing as a subject component, plus two years of experience in Computing, or
- A pass in the B.Sc general degree (without Computing as a subject) plus three years of experience in Computing, or
- Any other degree plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science/Computer Technology and one year of experience in Computing
Qualifications for Assistant Network Manager Gr.II
This role also falls under UGC Commission Circular No. 725. Eligible candidates must hold one of the following:
- A first or second class B.Sc special degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or
- A pass in the B.Sc special degree, or a first/second class B.Sc general degree with Computing, plus one year of experience in Computing/Networking, or
- A pass in the B.Sc general degree with Computing, or a first/second class B.Sc general degree without Computing, plus two years of experience in Computing/Networking, or
- A pass in the B.Sc general degree (without Computing) plus three years of experience in Computing/Networking, or
- Any other degree plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science/Technology and one year of experience in Computing/Networking, or
- 15 years of experience as a Computer Programmer in University Service
Salary and Benefits
The table below outlines the salary scale (effective 01.04.2025) for each post:
| Post | Salary Code | Salary Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Instructor in English Gr.III | U-AS 1(II) | Rs. 68,145 x18x1,190 – 89,565 p.m. |
| Instructor in Computer Technology Gr.II | U-AS 2(II) | Rs. 85,305-3×2,400-92,505-14×2,400-128,505 p.m. |
| Assistant Network Manager Gr.II | U-AS 2(II) | Rs. 85,305-3×2,400-92,505-14×2,400-128,505 p.m. |
Salaries follow UGC Commission Circular No. 02/2025 (i). Employees also receive a cost of living allowance of Rs. 17,800 per month and a monthly compensatory allowance of 36%–Rs. 330.
Statutory Benefits
All these instructor vacancies at University of Vavuniya come with the following benefits:
- Membership in the Universities Provident Fund
- Membership in the Pension Scheme, Gratuity payments, and Employees’ Trust Fund benefits
- Free medical services
Method of Recruitment
The university will select candidates by written examination and structured interview.
How to Apply
Candidates should send applications to the Deputy Registrar, Establishments, University of Vavuniya, Pambaimadu, along with photocopies of educational and professional qualifications and service certificates. Applicants should download the application form from the University of Vavuniya official website and attach a paid bank slip for Rs. 100 credited to the Bank of Ceylon, Account No. 2364602, in favour of the Bursar, University of Vavuniya. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate application forms with separate bank slips.
Closing Date
Applications must reach the university on or before 26.09.2025.