Institute of Biology, Sri Lanka

Professional body Incorporated by Act of Parliament No. 22 of 1984

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Since there is a growing demand from foreign applicants, Institute of Biology accepts applications from biologists who are not citizens of Sri Lanka.

CODE OF ETHICS

Who are eligible to become a Member?

Every candidate for election or transfer to the category of member shall satisfy the Council that he/she is at least 25 years of age and satisfies any one of the following requirements:

  • A person who possesses, in any field of Biology, a Ph.D. Degree or Equivalent from a recognized University.
  • A person who possesses in any field of Biology a 1st or 2nd  class Degree from a recognized University and has at least 5 years of experience in biological research or in the teaching or application of Biology.
  • A person who possesses in any field of Biology a Bachelors degree and a postgraduate degree from a recognized university.
  • A person who possesses in any field of Biology a Bachelors degree and 10 years experience in biological research or in the teaching or application of Biology.
  • A person who possesses a postgraduate degree in any field, but actively engages in teaching, research or development related to biology. Scientists who apply under this clause should show evidence for significant contribution to the field of Biology acceptable to the council.

How to become a Member?

Application to become a member MS Word Doc | Pdf

Please download the application, fill in and email with a recent biodata and other relevant particulars as specified in the application to, the Secretary/IOBSL.

  • Email: Scanned copies of the completed and signed application as a single PDF to: [email protected]

Applications must reach the secretary by the end of the month to be tabled at the following month’s council meeting. The outcome of your application will be notified soon after the council confirms. The effective date of your membership is the council date of its approval and the membership certificate will be awarded at the following annual general meeting.

Subscription fee:

  • Member (Sri Lankan): Rs. 10,000.00 (one time)
  • Member (Foreign): USD 100 (one time)