SLTB Driver Vacancies 2026

SLTB Driver Vacancies 2026

Careers & Vacancies
SLTB Contract Recruitment 2026
Driver / Conductor Positions
Apply Before: 07.09.2026

Join us to be part of a quality public transport service.
Priority will be given to recruiting applicants from the respective local areas.The SLTB is a state-owned passenger transport organization comprising 107 depots located island-wide, along with affiliated regional workshops and driving schools, and employing more than 25,000 employees.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for Driver and Conductor vacancies on a contract basis at depots belonging to all regions of the Board.

CLOSING DATE
07.09.2026
TOTAL VACANCIES
1,286
Driver: 1,037 | Conductor: 249
REGIONS
12
Island-wide

Available Regions
Colombo
Gampaha
Kalutara
Kandy
Nuwara Eliya
Uva
Ruhuna
Sabaragamuwa
Wayaba
Rajarata
Northern
Eastern

Position 01
Driver (Contract)
1,037 Posts
Monthly Basic Contract Allowance

Rs. 40,834/-
Educational & Other Qualifications
  1. G.C.E. (O/L) with 6 subjects and 02 credit passes, not more than two sittings.
  2. Age between 21 – 45 years.
  3. Valid heavy vehicle driving licence with more than 03 years.
  4. Minimum weight 45 kg.
  5. Height 5 feet 3 inches.
  6. Good health.
  7. Experience as a Heavy Passenger Vehicle Driver from a recognized institution is an added advantage.

Position 02
Conductor (Contract)
249 Posts
Monthly Basic Contract Allowance

Rs. 40,008/-
Educational & Other Qualifications
  1. G.C.E. (O/L) with 6 subjects including Mathematics and Mother Tongue, with 02 credit passes, not more than two sittings.
  2. Age between 18 – 45 years.
  3. Minimum weight 41 kg.
  4. Height 5 feet.
  5. Good health.

General Conditions & Benefits
  • Employee contribution to EPF 08% and employer contribution 12%.
  • 03% contribution to ETF by the employer.
  • Basic Contract Allowance, Cost of Living Allowance (Rs. 17,800/-), overtime, and incentive allowances will be paid.
  • Duty assignment will be on a roster basis after recruitment.
  • Recruitment will be based on an interview, practical test, and results of the training programme as per Board procedures.
  • Transfers will not be entertained after appointment.
  • A travel pass will be issued for travel within 30 km to and from the workplace.

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How to Apply
  1. Download the application form via the link below.
  2. Print it on A4 paper and fill it out correctly.
  3. Prepare the application according to the prescribed format.
  4. Send the completed application by Registered Post to reach the address below on or before 07.09.2026.

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IMPORTANT:
You must clearly mention the “Post Applied For and the Region”
on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.

The School Leaving Certificate (Student Record) must be produced at the interview.

Applications that do not conform to the prescribed format or are incomplete will be rejected.

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Contact Details
Chief Executive Officer
Sri Lanka Transport Board
No. 200, Kirula Road,
Narahenpita, Colombo 05.

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WhatsApp:
077 105 6010

📄 DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM

Application must reach on or before 07.09.2026

SLTB Contract Recruitment 2026
Driver – 1,037 Posts   |   Conductor – 249 Posts
Closing Date: 07.09.2026

 

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