(කතෝලික දහම් පාසල් අවසන් විභාගය)

The Daham Pasal Final Examination is a government-recognized accreditation awarded to students who have successfully completed their religious education through the Grade 11 level at Catholic Sunday Schools. This qualification serves as the official certification of a student’s foundational knowledge in the Catholic faith within the Sri Lankan education system.

This examination is a collaborative effort: the National Catechetical Centre designs the curriculum and syllabus, while the Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka manages the formal testing process, including the publication of papers and final grading.

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Key Areas of Assessment

The examination tests a student’s spiritual and intellectual growth through four essential dimensions of Catholic life:

• Catholic Faith: Understanding the core tenets, creeds, and theological foundations of the Church.
• Catholic Lifestyle: The practical application of faith in daily life and participation in the faith community.
• Catholic Morality: Developing a conscience rooted in Gospel values and the ethical teachings of the Church.
• Prayer Life: Familiarity with personal and communal prayer traditions, as well as the spiritual disciplines of the faith.

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Examination Governance

• Official Oversight: The process is fully regulated and supervised by the Department of Examinations to ensure national standards are met.
• Scheduling: Rather than a fixed annual date, the exam is scheduled periodically. The Department determines the exact timing based on candidate enrollment numbers and the needs of the National Catechetical Centre.

Syllabus:

The course syllabus updated for 2026 is available for download by clicking this link.