Be the Proud Graduate the Nation Needs
About the Government Interest-Free Student Loan Scheme
The Government Interest-Free Student Loan Scheme (IFSLS) is a transformative financial assistance initiative introduced by the Government of Sri Lanka to make higher education accessible to every deserving student — regardless of their financial background. By providing interest-free loans to eligible students pursuing undergraduate degree programmes at recognized universities and higher education institutions, the scheme removes one of the most significant barriers to tertiary education and empowers a new generation of Sri Lankan graduates to invest in their future with confidence.
KIU University is proud to be a participating institution in the IFSLS, offering eligible students the opportunity to pursue their chosen degree programme with the financial support they need to succeed. If you have the ambition and the academic foundation to pursue a university degree, the Government Interest-Free Student Loan Scheme ensures that financial constraints need not stand in your way.
Why the IFSLS Matters
Higher education is one of the most valuable investments a young person can make — in their career, their future earning potential, and their contribution to Sri Lanka’s national development. Yet for many families, the cost of a university education presents a genuine challenge. The Government Interest-Free Student Loan Scheme directly addresses this challenge by providing financial support that is accessible, fair, and free of the interest burden that typically accompanies conventional loans.
For students who qualify, the IFSLS means the ability to enroll in a degree programme, focus on their studies without the distraction of financial stress, and graduate with a qualification that opens doors to rewarding careers — all while repaying their loan on terms that are manageable and designed with their circumstances in mind.
The scheme reflects the government’s recognition that investing in educated graduates is investing in the nation itself — and KIU University shares that conviction wholeheartedly.
Degree Programmes Available Under the IFSLS at KIU
KIU University offers the IFSLS across a wide range of undergraduate degree programmes, giving students the freedom to pursue the field that best matches their interests, strengths, and career aspirations. Eligible programmes include:
This broad selection of programmes spans health sciences, business management, information technology, and social sciences — ensuring that students from a wide range of A/L streams and academic backgrounds can find a degree pathway that aligns with their goals and qualifications.
Who Can Apply?
The IFSLS November 2025 intake is open to students who have completed their Advanced Level (A/L) examinations in the Mathematics, Biology, Commerce, Arts, or Technology streams in 2022, 2023, or 2024. Eligible applicants must meet the entry requirements for their chosen degree programme at KIU University and satisfy the criteria established by the government for participation in the loan scheme.
Students who are uncertain about their eligibility are encouraged to contact KIU’s admissions team directly for guidance and clarification before submitting their registration.
How to Register
Registering your interest in the IFSLS at KIU University is simple and straightforward. Complete the registration form on this page by providing the following information:
Once you have completed all fields, click Submit to register your interest. A member of the KIU admissions team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps of the application process.
Be the Proud Graduate the Nation Needs
Sri Lanka’s future depends on the quality, capability, and commitment of its graduates. At KIU University, we are proud to be part of a scheme that makes it possible for more Sri Lankan students to access the university education they deserve — and to emerge as the skilled, qualified professionals that their communities, their industries, and their nation need.
Take the first step today. Register now and begin your journey toward becoming the proud graduate the nation needs.
