Vocational Training Authority (VTA) Instructor Vacancies 2026

The Vocational Training Authority of Sri Lanka (VTA), functioning under the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, has officially announced vacancies for the Post of Instructor (Trade-wise). Applications are invited from qualified, skilled, and competent Sri Lankan citizens with good character.

Job Post:- Instructor (30 Training Fields)

Training Subject Areas

1. Agricultural Machinery & Equipment Mechanic
2. Automobile Air Conditioning Technician
3. Automobile Painter
4. Automobile Electrician
5. Automobile Tinker
6. Automobile Technician
7. Automobile Technology
8. Motorcycle Mechanic & Three-Wheeler Mechanic
9. Aluminum Fabricator
10. Plumber
11. Electrician
12. Electronic Appliances Technician
13. Automation and Robotic Technology
14. Electronic Technology
15. Mobile Phone Repairing Craftsman
16. Solar Photovoltaic Systems Technician / Solar Power
17. Baker/ Commis 1 (Pastry & Bakery)
18. Professional Cookery
19. Room Attendant
20. Caregiver (Child)
21. Preschool Teacher (Early Childhood Development)
22. Beautician & Hairdresser
23. Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic
24. Fabricator (Metal)
25. Fitter (General)
26. Machinist (General)
27. Machinist (CNC Milling & Lathe Operator)
28. Computer Numerically Controlled Manufacturing Technology (CNC Technology)
29. Welding Technology
30. Welder (GAS/ARC/TIG/MAG)

Qualifications Required

1. Having completed a technical course at a level not less than NVQ Level 05 issued by a technical/vocational training institution recognized by the TVEC, and obtained a certificate of proficiency in the relevant field of each position.
   or
2. Having completed a technical course at a level not less than NVQ Level 04 issued by a Technical/Vocational Training Institution recognized by the TVEC, and obtained a Certificate of Proficiency in the relevant field in each position.
   with
   Having at least three (03) years of experience in the relevant field in a government, state corporation, board, statutory body or recognized private institution after obtaining the said qualification.

For the position of Instructor (English Language), candidates must possess at least a diploma-level qualification or higher from a recognized institution