NSBM Green University welcomed the university’s final undergraduate intake for 2026 at an inauguration ceremony held on 20th October at its lush green campus in Homagama. The occasion held special significance as NSBM prepares to celebrate its 10th anniversary on 26 October 2026, marking a decade of academic excellence, growth and impact.

The new students commenced their academic journeys across a range of undergraduate degree programmes offered by the Faculties of Business, Computing, Engineering and Science. The inauguration marked the beginning of their university journey, introducing them to the academic opportunities, facilities and student life at NSBM.

The ceremony, arranged in three sessions at NSBM Auditorium, featured a keynote address, informative presentations and orientation sessions designed to familiarise the new entrants with the University’s academic framework and the key aspects of university life.

The ceremony was graced by two eminent keynote speakers: Professor Nalin de Silva, Senior Professor of Chemistry (Chair) at the University of Colombo, and Mr. Shamal Gunawardene, Chief Operating Officer of CEAT Kelani Holdings (Pvt) Ltd. Their addresses offered valuable insights and perspectives from the fields of academia and industry, encouraging the new students as they embarked on their higher education journeys.

The gracious presence of Professor E. A. Weerasinghe, Vice-Chancellor of NSBM Green University, and the senior management team added more significance to the occasion, alongside members of the University’s senior management, academic staff, parents and students in the audience. The speeches encouraged students to make the most of their university experience by embracing academic opportunities, developing their skills and actively participating in activities that support their personal and professional growth.

For this new intake, NSBM offers more than 50 undergraduate degree programmes, including its own degree qualifications and foreign degree programmes delivered in partnership with international universities, alongside four foundation programmes. Through its academic offerings and industry-oriented learning environment, the University aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to respond to the changing demands of the professional world.