Are you a 2024 A/L student aiming to enter a Sri Lankan state university in the 2024/2025 academic year? This guide is here to assist you in navigating the University Grants Commission (UGC) application process, ensuring you make informed decisions and avoid common pitfalls.
📅 Key Dates
- Application Start Date: May 9, 2025
- Application Deadline: May 30, 2025
- Application Method: Online submission via the UGC portal: www.ugc.ac.lk and https://admission.ugc.ac.lk/
- Newspaper Advertisement on Application Calling for University Admission
Academic Year 2024/2025
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✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for university admission, you must have:
- Passed at least three subjects at the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination in 2024 with a minimum of ‘S’ grades.
- Achieved at least 30% in the Common General Paper.
📘 University Admission Handbook 2024/2025
The UGC has released the University Admission Handbook for the 2024/2025 academic year. This handbook contains comprehensive information on:
- Available courses and universities
- Admission requirements
- Application procedures
You can download the last year 2023/2024 handbook here:
- English Version: Download 2023/2024 UGC student handbook PDF
📊 Understanding Z-Scores
Z-scores are crucial in determining your eligibility for various university courses. They are influenced by:
- Student Performance Distribution: Your performance relative to other students in your subject stream.
- Subject Difficulty and Combinations: Some subjects may have higher or lower average scores, affecting Z-scores.
- Course Popularity and Demand: Highly sought-after courses like Medicine or Engineering have higher Z-score cut-offs.
- District Quota System: Admissions are partially based on district quotas to ensure regional representation.
- Number of Available Places: Limited seats in certain courses can raise Z-score thresholds.
To gauge your chances, refer to the previous year’s minimum Z-scores:
- Minimum Z-Scores for 2023/2024: View Here
📝 Tips for Filling the UGC Application Form
- Fill many 125 Preferences as possible: Maximise your chances by filling all available course options.
- Order of Preferences Matters: Place your most desired courses at the top of the list.
- Avoid Duplicate Uni-Codes: Ensure each course code is unique in your application.
- Check Eligibility: Apply only for courses you meet the subject and stream requirements for.
- Submit Before the Deadline: Late applications will not be accepted.
For a detailed guide on avoiding common mistakes, refer to our previous article:
🎥 Additional Resources
For a visual walkthrough of the application process and further insights, watch our YouTube video:
- UGC University Application Guide 2025 (Insert actual video link here)
📌 Final Checklist
- Confirm your A/L results and Z-score.
- Download and review the University Admission Handbook.
- Research courses and universities of interest.
- Prepare necessary documents (e.g., NIC, payment receipts).
- Complete and submit the online application before May 30, 2025.
Embarking on your higher education journey is a significant step. Take the time to research, plan, and make choices that align with your aspirations. If you have questions or need further assistance, feel free to leave a comment below or contact us directly.
Wishing you the best in your academic endeavors!
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