The Ministry of Health and Mass Media has extended the deadline for applications to the 2026 “Asidisi Journalism” and “Asidisi Technical” Scholarship Programmes until July 31, 2026.
According to a ministry statement, the deadline has been extended following the postponement of the commencement dates of the relevant academic programmes, providing journalists with additional time to submit their applications.
Journalists aged between 18 and 55 who have completed at least two years of service and are employed on a full-time or part-time basis at recognized print and electronic media institutions in Sri Lanka are eligible to apply.
The ministry further stated that the course of study applied for must be relevant to the applicant's professional field. Applicants are also required to possess a 2025/2026 Media Identity Card issued by the Department of Government Information.
Under the Asidisi Journalism Scholarship Programme, financial assistance will be provided as follows:
Doctoral Degree (PhD): Up to Rs. 700,000
Master’s, MPhil, and Bachelor’s Degree Programmes: Up to Rs. 350,000
Postgraduate Diplomas, Diplomas, Long-term and Short-term Certificate Courses: Up to Rs. 200,000
The scholarship programme is aimed at supporting the professional development of media personnel by assisting them in pursuing higher education and industry-related academic qualifications.
