Sri Lanka Police Recruitment 2026 — Constable Exam & Apply Online
Sri Lanka Police recruitment combines **government gazette notices** with the official **online application portal at joinus.police.lk** (English, Sinhala, Tamil). Constable intakes — often 500+ vacancies per cycle — require G.C.E. O/L qualifications, age limits, physical standards, an initial interview with uploaded documents, a **Department of Examinations written exam**, and fitness tests.
Apply online at joinus.police.lk
When a gazette cycle is live, candidates apply through joinus.police.lk — not by post alone. Upload passport photo (white background, JPG), birth certificate, NIC, and education certificates (max 1 MB each). Measure height and chest before starting the form.
- Application form: joinus.police.lk/home — select gazette post & language.
- One application per post — separate forms allowed for General Police and Special Task Force (STF).
- Recruitment helpline: ASP (Recruitment) 0718591924 · OIC 0718591925 · Office 011-2552736.
- Gazette summary: Police Constable 2026 notice.
Exams in this category
- Sri Lanka Police Service (SLPS) Constable — mass intake for constable and constable-driver posts.
- Special Task Force (STF) — separate online application on joinus.police.lk when gazette posts are listed.
- Specialist gazette intakes (legal officers, reservist ASP) appear separately — verify DoE registration per notice.
Selection stages
- Gazette notice → online application on joinus.police.lk with document uploads.
- Initial interview — printed application form, signature, and photocopies of uploaded documents.
- Written examination (DoE) for shortlisted candidates — monitor doenets.lk.
- Physical standards test — height, chest, vision, endurance per gazette.
- Final interview, document verification, and medical checks.
Eligibility (typical constable cycle)
- G.C.E. O/L with 6 passes including Mathematics and Sinhala or Tamil.
- Age commonly 18–28 years — male/female quotas per gazette.
- Minimum height, chest, and vision standards in the gazette PDF.
- Valid driving licence for Constable (Driver) posts only.
- Clean police record; Sri Lankan citizenship.
Preparation
- Prepare documents before opening joinus.police.lk — NIC, birth cert, O/L certificate scans under 1 MB.
- Revise O/L general knowledge, Sinhala/Tamil, and basic maths for the DoE written paper.
- Start fitness training 8–12 weeks before expected physical test dates.
- Photo upload: use our Police photo resizer for passport-size specs.
- Full guide: SLPS Constable exam guide 2026.
Sri Lanka Police recruitment — related pages
- joinus.police.lk — Application form
Official Police online application portal
- Police Constable 2026 notice
Gazette vacancies, deadline & eligibility
- SLPS Constable exam guide
Written exam, fitness & preparation
- Police photo resizer
Passport photo specs for upload
- Police exams hub
Recruitment overview & official links
- Government gazette jobs
Friday gazette PDF extracts
- DoE exam notice board
Written exam dates after shortlisting
- police.lk
Sri Lanka Police official website
- doenets.lk
Exam registration portal
Apply online — joinus.police.lk
Sri Lanka Police runs trilingual online applications at joinus.police.lk (English, Sinhala, Tamil). Select the gazette post you qualify for, upload documents (max 1 MB each), and print your completed form for the initial interview.
Documents to upload (joinus.police.lk)
Source: official portal — PDF/JPG, max 1 MB per file; photo JPG only.
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Passport photo | Colour, white background — JPG only |
| Birth certificate | Mandatory — PDF/JPG, max 1 MB |
| National Identity Card | Mandatory — PDF/JPG, max 1 MB |
| Educational certificates | O/L, A/L, or degree copies matching post qualifications |
| Valid driving licence | Mandatory for Police Constable (Driver) posts only |
| Release letter | Public-service employees — head of institution confirms release (Gazette para. 18) |
| Resignation letter | If previously served in Police, tri-forces, or other armed services |
Online application rules
- Select the post matching gazette qualifications on joinus.police.lk — read the full gazette notice first.
- One applicant cannot apply twice for the same position.
- Separate applications are allowed for General Police Service and Special Task Force (STF) posts.
- All application fields must be accurate — false information can disqualify your application.
- Prepare height and chest measurements (feet, inches, and centimetres) before starting the form.
- Have parents' and siblings' names, NIC numbers, phone numbers, and residential police station ready.
- Documents upload as PDF or JPG — each file max 1 MB; photo must be JPG.
Bring to initial interview
- Printed copy of the completed online application with signature and date.
- Photocopies of the uploaded photograph and every supporting document.
Police Constable selection stages
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Online application | Apply at joinus.police.lk when gazette cycle is open (English, Sinhala, Tamil) |
| Initial interview | Bring printed application and document photocopies as listed on portal |
| Written exam | Department of Examinations paper for shortlisted candidates — doenets.lk |
| Physical standards | Height, chest, vision, and endurance per gazette specification |
| Final interview & medical | Panel assessment and fitness-for-duty clearance |
Police Recruitment Division contacts
- Assistant Superintendent of Police (Recruitment): 0718591924
- Officer in Charge (Recruitment): 0718591925
- Office: 011-2552736
Exams in this category
FAQ — Police Service
Where do I apply for Sri Lanka Police Constable 2026?
Online at joinus.police.lk when the gazette cycle is open — English, Sinhala, or Tamil. Cross-check the gazette PDF on documents.gov.lk for post names and deadlines.
What documents does joinus.police.lk require?
Passport photo (JPG, white background), birth certificate, NIC, and education certificates matching post qualifications — PDF/JPG, max 1 MB each. Driver posts need a valid licence; public servants need a release letter.
Can I apply for Police and STF separately?
Yes — joinus.police.lk allows separate applications for General Police Service and Special Task Force, but you cannot apply twice for the same post.
What O/L qualifications are needed?
Typically 6 passes including Mathematics and Sinhala or Tamil — confirm in your active gazette notice.
When is the Police Constable written exam?
After online application and shortlisting, DoE publishes dates on doenets.lk — not at initial joinus.police.lk submission.
Who to contact for joinus.police.lk errors?
Police Recruitment Division: ASP (Recruitment) 0718591924, OIC (Recruitment) 0718591925, office 011-2552736.
What is the Police Constable application deadline 2026?
The June 2026 gazette cycle closes 30 June 2026, 4:00 PM — verify in the official PDF; future cycles will have new dates on joinus.police.lk.