How to Apply for University Admissions Online Video Guide (Sinhala, Tamil & English)

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🎓 University Admissions · 2025/2026

UGC Online Applications Open for University Admission 2025/2026

📅 Published: 30 April 2026 ⏳ Closing Date: 19 May 2026 🏛️ University Grants Commission ✍️ TeachMore.lk

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Application Closing Date: 19 May 2026. Apply online at admission.ugc.ac.lk before the deadline. Late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka has officially opened online applications for university admission for the Academic Year 2025/2026. If you sat the G.C.E. (A/L) examination and are eligible for university entrance, this is the most important step you need to take right now. The entire application process is conducted online — no postal applications required. Read this guide carefully before you apply.

At a Glance

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Academic Year

2025 / 2026

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Application Mode

Online Only

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Closing Date

19 May 2026

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Issued By

UGC Sri Lanka

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How to Apply — Step by Step

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Visit the Official Application Portal

Go to admission.ugc.ac.lk to access the online application form. Use a desktop or laptop browser for the best experience.

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Watch the Official How-To Video

UGC has published a step-by-step video guide on how to complete the online application. Watch it at ugc.ac.lk before you start filling in the form.

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Read the Newspaper Advertisement

Download the official advertisement for full details. Available in English, Sinhala, and Tamil.

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Complete and Submit Before 19 May 2026

Fill in all required details carefully and submit your application online well before the closing date.

Official Resources

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Online Application Portal

admission.ugc.ac.lk — Apply here directly

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How to Apply — Video Guide

Official step-by-step video from UGC

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Official Advertisement — English

Download the full newspaper advertisement (PDF)

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Official Advertisement — සිංහල

නිල දැන්වීම බාගන්න (PDF)

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Official Advertisement — தமிழ்

அதிகாரப்பூர்வ விளம்பரம் பதிவிறக்கம் செய்க (PDF)

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Why Apply Early?

The university admission process is highly competitive in Sri Lanka, and technical delays near the portal deadline are common. Submitting your application well before 19 May 2026 gives you time to correct any errors and ensures your application is received without issues.

Need Help With Your Application?

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Apply Now — Closing Date is 19 May 2026

Visit the official UGC portal to complete your university admission application online.

Apply at admission.ugc.ac.lk →