The National Institute of Education (NIE) is the apex institution for curriculum development, teacher education, and educational reform in Sri Lanka. Established in 1986 under the Act of Parliament No. 28 of 1985, NIE is responsible for planning and programming general education for primary, secondary, and post-secondary levels across the country.

NIE leads the transformation of Sri Lanka’s education system through evidence-based research, curriculum innovation, and professional development. Its core mandate includes designing curricula, developing teaching materials, training educators, and implementing educational reforms to meet the evolving demands of the 21^st century.

The institute is guided by a strong vision to develop a future-ready, skilled human capital through inclusive, student-centered learning approaches. NIE promotes educational equity, cultural diversity, digital integration, and global competitiveness. It works in close collaboration with the Ministry of Education, the National Evaluation Council (NEC), and the Department of Examinations (DoE).