The Department of Examinations Sri Lanka has announced key updates regarding the Grade 5 Scholarship Exam Results 2026.
The nationwide examination was successfully held on August 9, 2026, across thousands of examination centers islandwide.According to Commissioner General of Examinations Indika Kumari Liyanage, final results are scheduled to be released within one month.
Below are all the verified key dates, student statistics, and step-by-step instructions on how to check your child’s results online.
Key Fact Box:
• Exam Date: August 9, 2026
• Evaluation Period: August 20 – August 25, 2026
• Expected Result Release: By Mid-September 2026
• Official Website:doenets.lk
Grade 5 Scholarship 2026: Official Timeline & Key Statistics
The Department of Examinations revealed that answer script evaluations will begin shortly after mid-August.Panel evaluations are set to take place from August 20 to August 25, 2026.
Following the completion of evaluation and data verification, the department aims to publish the Grade 5 Scholarship Exam Results 2026 online before mid-September.
| Metric / Detail | Official Statistic |
| Total Candidates | 294,089 students |
| Sinhala Medium Students | 220,366 students |
| Tamil Medium Students | 73,723 students |
| Total Examination Centres | 2,723 centres |
| Marking Dates | August 20 – August 25, 2026 |
How to Check Grade 5 Scholarship Exam Results Online
Once the Department of Examinations releases the official scores, parents and teachers can view individual student marks online by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official exam results portal at doenets.lk or results.exams.gov.lk.
- Select “Grade 5 Scholarship Examination” from the drop-down list.
- Enter the student’s valid Index Number.
- Click Submit to view and download the result sheet.
School principals will also receive access to district-wise result summaries and cutoff marks through their official school portals.
What Happens After Results Are Released?
After the scores are published, the Ministry of Education will release the official district cutoff marks for popular school admissions and scholarship allowances.
- Popular School Transfers: Students who pass above their respective district cutoff marks will become eligible to apply for Grade 6 school transfers.
- Financial Assistance: Students from eligible income backgrounds who clear the cutoff threshold will receive monthly bursaries throughout their school education.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When will the Grade 5 Scholarship Exam Results 2026 be released?
The Commissioner General of Examinations confirmed that results are expected to be published within one month of the examination date, targeting mid-September 2026.
Where can I check the Grade 5 Scholarship exam results?
You can view results directly on the Department of Examinations portal at doenets.lk
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How many students sat for the 2026 Grade 5 Scholarship exam?
A total of 294,089 students appeared for the exam across 2,723 islandwide centers.
What is needed to check the results online?
You only need the candidate’s official 7-digit Index Number assigned during the examination.
Conclusion
The Grade 5 Scholarship Exam Results 2026 evaluation process is currently underway, with official results expected by mid-September 2026. Bookmark this page on slexams.lk and stay tuned for immediate updates as soon as the online portal opens and district cutoff marks are published.
