The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to recruit 7,456 personnel for vacant posts in various government institutions under the relevant ministries.
Review by Officers’ Committee
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa announced that the decision was based on a resolution submitted by the Prime Minister and approved during the Cabinet meeting held on February 9, 2025.
The Officers’ Committee, appointed to review government sector recruitment and staff management, analyzed requests from respective ministries to identify essential vacancies in departments and institutions.
Key Highlights of the Decision
- 7,456 vacancies across various ministries will be filled.
- The Officers’ Committee was established on December 30, 2024, under the Secretary to the Prime Minister to assess recruitment needs and priorities.
- Recruitment will be conducted based on necessity, priority, and time frames, ensuring efficient government service management.
This strategic recruitment aims to strengthen the public sector workforce and enhance the efficiency of government institutions.
