April 23, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka Police has moved to counter misleading claims circulating online regarding age requirements for new recruits, urging prospective applicants to rely solely on official sources.
In a statement issued by the Police Media Division, authorities pointed to Gazette Notification No. 2482, published on March 27, 2026, which formally calls for applications to fill vacancies for Police Constables, Woman Police Constables, and Police Drivers, including positions within the elite Special Task Force.
Officials confirmed that all applications must be submitted via the designated online platform, with the closing date set for May 08, 2026. They also reiterated the eligibility criteria outlined in the gazette, noting that candidates applying for the roles of Trainee Police Constable and Woman Police Constable must be between 18 and 24 years of age.
Meanwhile, those seeking appointment as Trainee Police Constable Drivers are permitted a wider age bracket, ranging from 18 to 28 years.
The clarification follows a wave of social media posts suggesting that the upper age limit for all recruitment categories had been raised to 28 years. Police have firmly rejected these assertions, describing them as inaccurate and potentially misleading to applicants.
Authorities further revealed that steps are being taken to trace individuals responsible for disseminating the false information, with inquiries already in progress. In a stronger-than-usual warning, officials indicated that legal action could follow if deliberate attempts to misinform the public are established.
Members of the public have been advised to disregard unverified reports and to consult official gazette notices for accurate details. Prospective candidates are also encouraged to ensure they meet the prescribed requirements before submitting applications and presenting themselves for subsequent stages of the recruitment process.