“Asidisi – Technical” Scholarship Programme 2026
The Ministry of Health & Mass Media in Sri Lanka has officially announced the launch of the “Asidisi – Technical” Scholarship Programme 2026. This initiative is designed to provide financial backing to local journalists looking to enhance their technical expertise and upgrade their digital media skill sets.
Programme Objective
The primary goal of this scholarship scheme is the improvement of facilities for technical access of journalists and the overall advancement of the technical skills of Sri Lankan journalists.
Key Details & Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following baseline requirements:
- Target Group: Must be a journalist classified under the Extraordinary Gazette No. 2413/44 dated 05.12.2024, with at least two (02) years of completed service.
- Age Limit: Applicants must be between 18 and 55 years of age as of the application closing date.
- Accreditation: Candidates must hold a valid Media Accreditation Card for the year 2025/2026 issued by the Department of Government Information.
- Course Status: Applicants must already be selected for or currently pursuing one of the approved courses by the closing date. Proof of selection or registration must be provided during the interview stage.
- Past Beneficiaries: Previous recipients of the “Asidisi-Mass Media” scholarship are eligible to apply only if they have successfully completed their prior funded course.
Overview of the Scholarship Programme
| Institution | Ministry of Health & Mass Media, Sri Lanka |
| Maximum Funding | Up to Rs. 350,000/- |
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| Closing Date | 10th July 2026 |
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Approved Courses and Institutions
The scholarship covers specific technical programs at the following recognized institutions:
1. University of Kelaniya (Department of Mass Communication)
- Advanced Certificate in Digital Arts and Multimedia Studies
2. Lake House Academy (Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Limited)
- Digital Journalism Diploma Course
- Advanced Certificate Course in Photography
3. Sri Lanka Institute of Printing
- Advanced Certificate in 3D Modeling & Animation
- Advanced Certificate in Non-Linear Editing for Screen
- Advanced Certificate in Web Designing
- Diploma in Graphic Designing
4. MMC Campus (Independent Television Media Networks Ltd)
- Lighting Effects and Principles for Indoor & Outdoor Events
- Sound Engineering Principles for Indoor & Outdoor Events
- Digital Media Content Creation for all Platforms
5. Media Academy (Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation)
- Certificate Course in Audio Media Programming
6. Research and Training Unit (Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation)
- Broadcast Journalism Training Programme for Journalists
Note: Applications for technical media subjects outside this list may be considered subject to the official approval of the Ministry’s Secretary.
How to Apply
Eligible journalists can apply through the following methods:
- Online: Visit the official website at www.media.gov.
Also check: Asidisi Mass Media Scholarship Programme 2026
