The Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS) at the University of Peradeniya is recruiting a permanent Scientific Assistant Grade II. This PGIS Scientific Assistant vacancy is open to graduates in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, ICT, Data Science and AI, Chemistry or Physics. The salary starts at Rs. 81,285 a month, and applications must be sent by registered post on or before 25 November 2026.
PGIS Scientific Assistant Vacancy at a Glance
| Item | Official advertisement |
|---|---|
| Post | Scientific Assistant Grade II (Permanent) |
| Institute | Postgraduate Institute of Science, University of Peradeniya |
| Number of posts | Not stated in the advertisement |
| Age | 18 to 45 years |
| Salary | U-AS I (I): Rs. 81,285 – 19 × 1,240 – Rs. 104,845 per month, plus allowances under UGC circulars |
| Selection | Interview (PGIS may shortlist) |
| Closing date | On or before 25 November 2026 (no closing time stated) |
| Application fee | Not mentioned in the advertisement |
Qualifications: Four Routes, in Order
The degree must be in a relevant subject: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Chemistry or Physics.
- First Class or Second Class (Upper Division) in a Special/Honours Degree.
- Second Class (Lower Division) in a Special/Honours Degree.
- A pass in a BA/BSc Special/Honours Degree.
- A pass in a BA/BSc General Degree plus a recognised postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject.
Important: the routes are ranked. Candidates under a lower route are considered only if no one qualifies under the routes above it.
Preference goes to candidates with qualifications or experience in cloud data management and analytics platforms, computer network administration, High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster administration, AI frameworks, or system administration.
Benefits Stated in the Advertisement
- Universities Provident Fund: 10% from the employee, 7% from the employer.
- Pension Fund: employer credits 8%. Staff who cannot complete 20 years in the university system before retirement at 60 are not admitted to the pension fund.
- ETF: 3% from the employer. Gratuity under the Payment of Gratuity Act No. 12 of 1983.
How to Apply, Step by Step
- Download the prescribed application form from the Notices section of the PGIS website. Only this form is accepted.
- Attach certified copies of your degree, postgraduate and experience certificates.
- Write “Post of Scientific Assistant – Grade II (Permanent)” on the top left corner of the envelope.
- Send it by registered post to: Deputy Registrar, Postgraduate Institute of Science, P.O. Box 25, Old Galaha Road, Peradeniya.
- Post it so that it is in on or before 25 November 2026.
If you already work for the UGC, a higher education institute, a government department, a state corporation or a statutory board, your application must go through your Head of Institution, or it will be rejected. Late, incomplete or non-conforming applications are rejected without notice.
BrightNook Tips Before You Apply
- Check your class first. With a First or Upper Second you are in the top route; a General degree holder needs a postgraduate qualification as well.
- Show the preferred skills. List any HPC, cloud, networking or Linux administration work clearly; it is the stated tiebreaker.
- Chemistry and Physics graduates qualify too. The post is not limited to IT degrees.
- Use the full address. The advertisement gives P.O. Box 25, Old Galaha Road, Peradeniya.
- Post early. Registered post from outside Kandy can take several days.
සිංහලෙන් කෙටියෙන්
පේරාදෙණිය විශ්වවිද්යාලයේ පශ්චාත් උපාධි විද්යා ආයතනය (PGIS) විද්යාත්මක සහකාර II ශ්රේණිය (ස්ථිර) තනතුර සඳහා අයදුම්පත් කැඳවයි. පරිගණක විද්යාව, ICT, දත්ත විද්යාව, රසායන විද්යාව හෝ භෞතික විද්යාව උපාධිධාරීන්ට අයදුම් කළ හැක. වැටුප රු. 81,285 සිට. වයස 18–45. ලියාපදිංචි තැපෑලෙන් 2026 නොවැම්බර් 25 හෝ ඊට පෙර යැවිය යුතුය.
தமிழில் சுருக்கமாக
பேராதனைப் பல்கலைக்கழக விஞ்ஞான பட்டப்பின் கற்கைகள் நிறுவகம் (PGIS) விஞ்ஞான உதவியாளர் தரம் II (நிரந்தர) பதவிக்கு விண்ணப்பம் கோருகிறது. கணினி விஞ்ஞானம், ICT, தரவு விஞ்ஞானம், இரசாயனவியல் அல்லது பௌதிகவியல் பட்டதாரிகள் விண்ணப்பிக்கலாம். சம்பளம் ரூ. 81,285 முதல். வயது 18–45. பதிவுத் தபால் மூலம் 2026 நவம்பர் 25 அல்லது அதற்கு முன் அனுப்ப வேண்டும்.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the closing date for the PGIS Scientific Assistant post?
On or before 25 November 2026, by registered post.
Can a General degree holder apply?
Only with a recognised postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject, and only if no Special/Honours candidate qualifies.
How many vacancies are there?
The advertisement does not state the number.
Is it a permanent post?
Yes. The advertisement lists it as Scientific Assistant Grade II (Permanent), with provident fund, pension, ETF and gratuity benefits.
Official Sources
- PGIS advertisement – Scientific Assistant Grade II (25 October 2026)
- PGIS website – Notices (application form)
BrightNook.lk is an independent education website and is not affiliated with PGIS or the University of Peradeniya. Details were checked against the official advertisement on 27 October 2026. Always confirm with PGIS before applying.
