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Key Facts: SLIA Part III Exam

50%

Passing Score

SLIA BAE

104 wks

Required Training

Log Books

Rs. 4,500

Application Fee

SLIA 2025

3 hours

Exam Duration

Written Paper

2021

UDA Regs Year

Gazette

CIDA

Contract Standards

formerly ICTAD

The SLIA Part III Professional Practice Exam requires a passing score of 50%. It tests candidates on Sri Lankan professional practice, CIDA conditions of contract, 2021 UDA regulations, and project management. A minimum of 104 weeks of practical experience must be completed under a Chartered Architect.

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1Under the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA) Law No. 1 of 1976, which of the following is correct regarding the use of the title 'Architect'?
A.Anyone with an architectural degree can use the title 'Architect' in Sri Lanka.
B.Only individuals registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) of Sri Lanka can use the title 'Architect'.
C.Only corporate members of international bodies like RIBA can use the title 'Architect' in Sri Lanka.
D.A contractor who designs buildings can legally call themselves an 'Architect' if they have a license from a municipal council.
Explanation: The SLIA Law No. 1 of 1976 restricts the use of the title 'Architect' (and variants like 'Chartered Architect' or 'Architectural Licentiate') to individuals registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) of Sri Lanka. Using the title without registration is a statutory offense.
2Which body is legally responsible for maintaining the register of architects and conducting disciplinary inquiries for professional misconduct in Sri Lanka?
A.The Board of Architectural Education (BAE)
B.The Urban Development Authority (UDA)
C.The Architects Registration Board (ARB)
D.The Construction Industry Development Authority (CIDA)
Explanation: The Architects Registration Board (ARB) is the statutory body established under the SLIA (Amendment) Act No. 14 of 1996 (amending the SLIA Law No. 1 of 1976) responsible for registering chartered architects, architects, and architectural licentiates, as well as handling professional discipline.
3What is the mandatory first step under the SLIA Code of Professional Conduct when an architect is approached by a client to take over a project previously handled by another architect?
A.Commence work immediately to avoid delays, and notify the SLIA later.
B.Ask the client to sign a declaration that they have paid the previous architect, and proceed.
C.Notify the previous architect in writing, and verify that their services have been formally terminated and outstanding fees settled.
D.Submit a new planning application under their own name to override the previous architect's design.
Explanation: The SLIA Code of Professional Conduct states that an architect must not knowingly take over a project without notifying the previous architect in writing and confirming that the previous appointment has been formally terminated and all outstanding fees have been resolved.
4Under the SLIA Code of Professional Conduct, which form of advertisement is generally permissible for a practicing architect in Sri Lanka?
A.Paying for self-laudatory billboard advertisements on major highways.
B.Publishing factual statements of services, qualifications, and completed works in a professional and dignified manner.
C.Publishing local newspaper advertisements claiming to be 'the cheapest and fastest architect in Colombo'.
D.Soliciting work by comparative advertising that directly discredits the designs of competing firms.
Explanation: The SLIA Code of Professional Conduct permits advertisements that are factual, professional, and dignified (e.g., directory listings, brochures of completed work, or professional announcements). Self-laudatory, exaggerated, or comparative advertisements that discredit others are strictly prohibited.
5What is the SLIA ethical policy regarding member participation in architectural design competitions in Sri Lanka?
A.Members may participate in any competition, domestic or international, without restriction.
B.Members may only participate in competitions that have been formally approved by the SLIA BAE.
C.Members are strictly forbidden from participating in any competition under any circumstances.
D.Members can participate as long as they do not charge a fee for the competition entry.
Explanation: To protect members from exploitation and ensure fair terms, the SLIA Code of Professional Conduct mandates that members must not participate in any architectural design competition in Sri Lanka unless the competition guidelines have been reviewed and approved by the SLIA BAE.
6How must an architect handle money received from a client for payment of statutory fees (e.g., UDA or municipal council application fees) under SLIA rules?
A.Deposit the money into the office's general operating account to maintain liquidity.
B.Keep the money in cash in the office safe until the application is submitted.
C.Deposit the money into a separate, dedicated client bank account used solely for client disbursements.
D.Use the funds temporarily to pay other project consultants, and refund it when municipal fees are due.
Explanation: SLIA rules require that any money received from clients for disbursements (such as statutory fees, survey charges, or sub-consultant payments) must be deposited into a separate, dedicated client account and not mixed with the personal or business accounts of the architect.
7Why is Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) considered highly critical for practicing architects in Sri Lanka?
A.It is a mandatory requirement to obtain a personal tax registration number (TIN) in Sri Lanka.
B.It protects the architect against financial liability resulting from professional negligence, design errors, or omissions.
C.It covers the builder's workers on site in case of construction-related physical injuries.
D.It guarantees that the client will pay the architect's fees in full upon project completion.
Explanation: Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) protects the architect and their firm from claims of professional negligence, design errors, or omissions that result in financial loss or structural damage to the client or third parties.
8In the context of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects, what does the designation 'A.I.A. (Sri Lanka)' signify?
A.Associate Member of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects
B.Academic Member of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects
C.Apprentice in Architectural Drafting in Sri Lanka
D.Administrative Officer of the Sri Lanka BAE
Explanation: The abbreviation A.I.A. (Sri Lanka) stands for Associate Member of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects, representing a corporate member who is qualified and legally registered to practice as an architect.
9An architect is offered a directorship in a construction company that frequently bids for projects designed by the architect's own firm. What is the ethical course of action under the SLIA Code?
A.Accept the directorship silently, and ensure the company always submits the lowest bid.
B.Decline the directorship, or fully disclose the interest to the clients and obtain their written consent before the company bids on their projects.
C.Accept the directorship, and award the contract to the company directly without tendering.
D.Transfer the architecture firm's ownership to a family member to hide the conflict of interest.
Explanation: Under the SLIA Code of Professional Conduct, architects must avoid conflicts of interest. If they have a financial interest in a contracting or manufacturing business, they must make a full written disclosure to the client and obtain written consent before that business is involved in the client's project.
10According to the SLIA standard Conditions of Engagement, who retains the intellectual property and copyright of the architectural drawings and design documents?
A.The client, because they paid the architect's fees for the design.
B.The Municipal Council, upon approval of the plans.
C.The Architect, unless there is a specific written agreement transferring the copyright to another party.
D.The contractor, to facilitate construction and future modifications.
Explanation: Under the SLIA Conditions of Engagement, the copyright and intellectual property rights in all drawings, specifications, and design work remain vested in the Architect. The client is granted a license to build the design on that specific site for that specific project only.

About the SLIA Part III Exam

The SLIA Part III Professional Practice Exam is the final qualification step to register as a Chartered Architect in Sri Lanka. It tests candidates on professional conduct, ethics, CIDA contracts, building regulations, and office management.

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Questions

100 questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

50%

Exam / Certification Fees

Rs. 4,500

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25%

Professional Practice & Ethics

SLIA Law, code of conduct, professional liability, and architect-client relations

35%

Contract Administration & Procurement

CIDA SBD contracts, SLIA agreements, tendering procedures, and site administration

25%

Building Regulations & Planning Law

UDA Planning & Development Regulations, Municipal Council codes, and Condominium laws

15%

Project Management & Office Administration

Scale of fees, office finance, arbitration, and dispute resolution

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  • Passing score: 50%
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam / certification fees: Rs. 4,500 Official sources

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SLIA Part III: Suggested Study Strategy

1Thoroughly study the 2021 UDA regulations, focusing on plot coverage, FAR, setbacks, and parking requirements.
2Understand the contract administration procedures under CIDA SBD/02, especially regarding extensions of time, payment certificates, and practical completion.
3Memorize the key clauses of the SLIA Code of Professional Conduct regarding advertisements, competitions, and conflict of interest.
4Review the SLIA Scale of Fees to understand how basic and supplemental architectural fees are calculated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SLIA Part III Examination?

The SLIA Part III Examination is the final professional qualification exam conducted by the Board of Architectural Education (BAE) of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects. Passing it grants registration as a Chartered Architect in Sri Lanka.

What are the eligibility requirements for SLIA Part III?

Candidates must have completed SLIA Part I and Part II (or equivalent recognized degrees) and completed a minimum of 104 weeks of monitored practical training under a Chartered Architect, with at least 52 weeks completed after passing Part II.

What laws and regulations are tested in the exam?

Key regulations include the Urban Development Authority (UDA) Act and its 2021 Planning & Development Regulations, the Housing and Town Improvement Ordinance, the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects Law No. 1 of 1976, and the Arbitration Act No. 6 of 1995.

Which construction contract forms are used in Sri Lanka?

Architects in Sri Lanka primarily use the SLIA Agreement and Conditions of Contract for private sector projects, and CIDA (formerly ICTAD) Standard Bidding Documents (such as CIDA/SBD/02) for public or larger works.

What is the passing score for the SLIA Part III exam?

The passing mark is typically 50%. The assessment comprises a combination of written papers, case study reports, log book evaluation, and a professional interview/viva.