ITUM NDT Admission 2026/2027: Fields, Eligibility, Fees & How to Apply

The Institute of Technology, University of Moratuwa (ITUM) took applications for the National Diploma in Technology (NDT) 2026/2027 intake. This guide explains ITUM NDT admission step by step: the engineering fields on offer, the A/L subjects you need, the age limit, fees, how selection works and how the application worked. Applications closed on 19 October 2026. Keep this guide for the next intake, and watch the ITUM notices for the next call.

ITUM NDT Admission: Quick Facts

Fields of Study (SET 1 and SET 2)

NDT fields are grouped into two sets. You can apply for one set or both.

• SET 1 – Maritime: Marine Engineering Technology and Nautical Studies.
• SET 2 – Engineering & Technology: Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Electronic & Telecommunication, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer, and Textile & Clothing Technology.

NDT Eligibility Requirements

• G.C.E. A/L subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Combined Mathematics or Higher Mathematics, passed at the same sitting in 2023, 2024 or 2025.
• Maritime (SET 1) only: a Credit pass in English Language at G.C.E. O/L.
• Age: below 24 years on 31 December 2025. For maritime programmes, preference is given to applicants under 20.

How Selection Works

Eligible applicants sit an aptitude test conducted by ITUM. Those who pass are ranked by their G.C.E. A/L Z-score. Places are filled 40% on island-wide merit and 60% on a district quota, so your rank within your district matters. Our A/L Z-score guide explains how this ranking works.

How to Apply for ITUM NDT Step by Step

1. Go to the official ITUM website and open the NDT 2026/2027 intake notice and online application.
2. Read the official notice and choose SET 1, SET 2 or both.
3. Fill in the online form with your personal details, A/L results and index number exactly as on your certificates.
4. Pay the fee (Rs. 1,000 for one set or Rs. 1,200 for both) using the method given in the application.
5. Print the system-generated application, sign it, and attach the documents the notice asks for.
6. Send it by registered post to: Assistant Registrar, Academic & Student Affairs Division, Institute of Technology, University of Moratuwa, Diyagama, Homagama, to reach by 19 October 2026.

Documents to Keep Ready

• G.C.E. A/L results with index number (Physics, Chemistry, Maths).
• G.C.E. O/L results (English credit needed for maritime).
• National Identity Card and birth certificate details.
• Payment confirmation for the application fee.
• Any other copies listed in the official ITUM notice.

BrightNook Practical Tips

• Apply for both sets if you qualify: It costs only Rs. 200 more and gives you more options.
• Don’t forget the postal step: An online form alone is not enough. Post the printed copy early, not on 19 October.
• Prepare for the aptitude test: Revise A/L Physics and Maths problem-solving; you must pass the test before Z-score ranking applies.
• Think about your district: With 60% of places on district quota, compare yourself with applicants from your own district, not the whole island.
• Keep copies: Save the online confirmation and your registered post receipt until you receive a response.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply with A/L results from 2022?

No. The required subjects must be passed at the same sitting in 2023, 2024 or 2025.

Is the online application enough?

No. You must also send the printed application by registered post before 19 October 2026.

How much is the application fee?

Rs. 1,000 for one set (SET 1 or SET 2) or Rs. 1,200 for both sets.

How are students selected?

Through an ITUM aptitude test, followed by ranking on the A/L Z-score with 40% of places on merit and 60% on district quota.

Official Sources

• Institute of Technology, University of Moratuwa (itum.mrt.ac.lk)
• University of Moratuwa (uom.lk)

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