Call for Applications: External Writers & Resource Persons – 2026  

The Department of Educational Publications has officially invited applications from qualified individuals to contribute as writers for school learning materials.

This is a high-leverage opportunity if you want influence over national education content—not just another teaching job.

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📌 Who Should Apply?

• University Lecturers
• Education Administrative Service Officers
• Subject Specialists (Doctors, Engineers, Technicians)
• Teacher In-Service Advisors
• Graduate Teachers (5+ years experience + PGDE)
• Trained Teachers / NCOE Diploma Holders (8+ years experience)
• Award-Winning Writers with subject expertise

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📚 Subject Areas Available

Applications are accepted in Sinhala, Tamil, and English mediums:

• Mother Tongue & Literature (Sinhala / Tamil)
• English Language
• Second National Language
• Mathematics
• Science
• Health & Physical Education
• ICT (Information & Communication Technology)
• Technology for Life
• Geography
• History
• Civic Education
• Religion & Value Education
• Entrepreneurship & Financial Literacy
• Aesthetic Education (Music, Dance, Art, Drama)
• Global Studies
• Career Readiness

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⏳ Important Deadline

Closing Date: 31 May 2026

Don’t wait until the last week. Most applicants delay → quality drops → rejection increases.

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📄 Application & Details

👉 Download Application Form
👉 View Subject List

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⚡ Strategic Insight (Read This)

Most applicants will treat this like a formality. That’s your edge.

• Don’t just submit qualifications → show content thinking ability
• Demonstrate how you simplify complex topics for students
• If possible, attach sample writing (this alone filters 80% of applicants)

If you apply like everyone else, expect average results.

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