Canteen and cleaning staff awareness sessions 2025/26
The Centre for Environmental Initiatives (CEI) continuously conducts awareness sessions for university canteen operators and cleaning staff, with a strong focus on reducing the use of polythene and single-use plastics within the university premises on December 31, 2025. These sessions emphasise practical alternatives, proper waste segregation, and environmentally responsible daily practices, while highlighting the environmental […]
University of Colombo Signs MOU with Centre for Defence Research & Development
The University of Colombo entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Centre for Defence Research and Development (CDRD) of the Ministry of Defence on 12 January 2026 at the College House premises. The agreement was signed between the Director General of the CDRD, on behalf of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, […]
Chulabhorn Graduate Institute Delegation Visits the University of Colombo
A delegation from the Chulabhorn Graduate Institute, Thailand, visited the University of Colombo on 12 January 2026. The delegation included Mr Paisan Rupanichkij, Prof. Piyajit Watcharasit, Prof. Charnsak Thongsornkleeb, Prof. Mayuree Fuanthong, and Ms Peeranan Booranasophone. They were accompanied by officials from the Royal Thai Embassy in Colombo. The delegation met with Prof. Indika Mahesh […]
Inaugural session of the JICA Chair program 2025/26
The inaugural session of the JICA Chair Programme 2025/26 was held on 9th January 2026 at the Senate Hall, College House. The event commenced with the opening address delivered by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake. This was followed by an address by Ms Ito Yukiko, Representative of JICA Sri Lanka. The highlight of […]
Post of Temporary Legal Assistant and Temporary Court Assistant (Walk-in Interview)
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Post of Programme Assistant (Contract basis) – Faculty of Graduate Studies
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Invitation to Bid – Renovation of Lecture Halls and Washrooms at the Faculty of Management & Finance
Post of Lecturer (Probationary)/ Lecturer (Unconfirmed)/ Senior Lecturer Grade II/I – Faculty of Science and Faculty of Technology
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Commencement of Duties for the Year 2026
The University of Colombo officially initiated its activities for the New Year on January 1, 2026, at the College House premises. A special ceremony marked the occasion, attended by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, the Rector of Sri Palee Campus, the Deans of Faculties, the Directors of Institutes and the University of Colombo […]
Non-Academic (Non-Administrative) Staff Promotions – 2026
UOC Achieves Remarkable Ranking in AppliedHE Public University Ranking for Asia 2026
The University of Colombo has earned a prestigious spot among the top universities in Asia, securing a rank of 171-190 in the AppliedHE Public University Ranking for Asia 2026, while also holding the No. 1 rank in Sri Lanka. This ranking evaluates universities across six key dimensions: Teaching & Learning (30%), Employability (10%), Community Engagement […]
Post of Temporary Instructor – Faculty of Nursing
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Post of Director – Center for Environmental Initiatives (CEI) | (Internal Applicants Only)
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University of Colombo Engages with NIRDC: Advancing Research and Development in Sri Lanka
The University of Colombo hosted a high-level briefing on the emerging National Research & Development (R&D) and Commercialisation Framework with the Chair of the National Initiative for Research and Development Commercialisation (NIRDC), Professor Gomika Udugamasooriya, at the College House Premises on 29 December 2025. During his official visit to the University, Professor Udugamasooriya met Professor […]
Post of Chief Marshal – Student and Staff Affairs Division, Part-Time Coach – Department of Physical Education
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Shri Ram College of Commerce and the University of Colombo Forge Stronger Academic Collaboration
Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), University of Delhi, India, and the University of Colombo officially entered into a collaborative partnership on 21st November 2025 at the College House premises. This partnership aims to strengthen academic and institutional ties between the two esteemed institutions. The collaboration, formalised by Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice-Chancellor of the […]
