The Career Guidance Unit (CGU) and the Career Skills Development Society (CSDS) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the J’pura Employability Skills Awards (JESA) 2026—the premier undergraduate employability awards programme among Sri Lankan state universities.
JESA is an annual flagship initiative designed to inspire and recognize undergraduate students who demonstrate outstanding employability skills beyond academic excellence. The programme aims to motivate students to continuously develop the competencies, attitudes, and professional attributes that are highly valued by employers in today’s dynamic and competitive job market.
In an era where organizations seek graduates equipped with leadership, communication, teamwork, creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility, JESA provides an exceptional platform for undergraduates to showcase these achievements while gaining recognition as highly employable graduates. The awards also encourage students to engage in personal and professional development throughout their university journey, preparing them to become future-ready professionals and responsible leaders who contribute meaningfully to society.
This year, JESA 2026 will recognize outstanding undergraduate achievements through the following prestigious award categories:
- Best Innovator Award
- Best Leader Award
- Best Team Player Award
- Best Creative Designer Award
- Best Communicator Award
- Best Young Entrepreneur Award
- Best Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award
- BESA – Best Employability Skills Achiever Award
Each award category highlights a unique dimension of graduate employability, celebrating students who have demonstrated excellence through academic, extracurricular, community engagement, entrepreneurial, and leadership experiences.
Winning a JESA award is not only a prestigious achievement but also a valuable opportunity to strengthen students’ professional profiles, enhance their career prospects, and gain recognition from industry leaders. The programme reflects the University’s commitment to producing graduates who possess the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values required to thrive in an evolving global workforce.
The Career Guidance Unit and the Career Skills Development Society warmly invite all eligible undergraduate students of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura to apply for JESA 2026 and take this opportunity to showcase their talents, achievements, and employability competencies.
Application Deadline
16 August 2026
How to Apply
- Visit https://www.jesa.lk/
- Complete the online application.
- Submit your application on or before 16 August 2026.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain recognition for your achievements, celebrate your employability journey, and become one of the distinguished recipients of the J’pura Employability Skills Awards 2026.
We encourage all undergraduate students to submit their applications and take the next step toward becoming industry-ready graduates and future leaders.