Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of September 10, 2026, General Secretariat of the Vice-Presidency and Ministry of Presidency, Coordination of Government Action, Interior and Emergencies of Extremadura |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | September 17, 2026 |
| Entry into force | September 17, 2026 |
| Positions announced | 35 Local Police Agent positions |
| Municipalities | 20 municipalities of the Autonomous Community of Extremadura |
| Selection system | Open opposition — single panel |
| Application deadline | 20 business days from September 17, 2026 |
| Regulatory framework | Decree 64/2022 and subsequent amendments |
| Complete bases published | Official Gazette of Extremadura (DOE), September 2, 2026 |
| Category | Public Sector |
Thirty-five new Local Police Agent positions open in Extremadura starting September 17, 2026, the date of publication in the Official State Gazette. The process, regulated by Decree 64/2022 and its amendments, uses the single panel system to manage selection centrally among the 20 participating municipalities.
The complete bases were previously published in the Official Gazette of Extremadura on September 2, 2026. Successive announcements of the process will be published in the DOE and on the electronic headquarters of the Junta of Extremadura and the Public Security Academy of Extremadura.
What does this regulation establish?
The Resolution of September 10, 2026 publishes in the BOE the official announcement of the selection process to fill 35 Local Police Agent positions in municipalities of Extremadura, through the system of open opposition.
The process is governed by Decree 64/2022 and its subsequent amendments, and uses the single panel mechanism, which means that a single evaluating body manages the selection for all convening municipalities simultaneously, ensuring homogeneity in assessment criteria.
The distribution of positions by municipality, according to published data, is as follows:
| Municipality | Positions |
|---|---|
| Azuaga | 4 |
| Badajoz | 4 |
| Montijo | 4 |
| Other participating municipalities (17 municipalities) | 23 (distributed among them) |
The announcement details that applicants must submit their applications in accordance with the official form established in the bases. Successive announcements of the process — lists of admitted candidates, exam dates, results — will be published in the DOE and on the electronic headquarters of the Junta of Extremadura and the Public Security Academy of Extremadura.
Economic and operational impact
For the 20 participating municipalities, this centralized announcement represents a significant reduction in administrative burden and management costs, by delegating the selection process to a single panel coordinated by the Ministry of Presidency.
For applicants, the operational impact is clear: the application submission deadline is strict and non-extendable — 20 business days from September 17, 2026 — which places the approximate final date at the end of October 2026 (subject to exact calculation of business days).
The use of the single panel system also implies that the same applicant can apply for positions in different municipalities within the same process, which expands access opportunities to local public employment in the region.
Who does it affect?
- People who wish to apply for a Local Police Agent position in any of the 20 municipalities in Extremadura announcing positions.
- Applicants who meet the requirements of Decree 64/2022 and its amendments (qualifications, age, physical conditions and other requirements established in the bases published in the DOE of September 2, 2026).
- The 20 municipalities of Extremadura participating in the announcement, which will have their security personnel needs met through this centralized process.
- Opposition preparation academies and trainers specialized in local security bodies in Extremadura.
Practical example
An applicant residing in Mérida who wishes to access the Local Police should act as follows:
- Consults the complete bases published in the DOE of September 2, 2026 to verify that they meet all requirements (qualifications, age, physical fitness, etc.).
- Downloads the official application form indicated in the bases.
- Submits the application within 20 business days from September 17, 2026 — approximately before the end of October 2026.
- Indicates in their application the municipalities of their preference. Since the process uses a single panel, they can apply for positions in Badajoz (4 positions), Azuaga (4 positions), Montijo (4 positions) or other of the 20 participating municipalities.
- Monitors successive announcements in the DOE and on the electronic headquarters of the Junta of Extremadura and the Public Security Academy of Extremadura.
What should applicants do now?
- Consult the complete bases in the DOE of September 2, 2026 to learn all requirements, syllabus, tests and assessment criteria before submitting the application.
- Verify compliance with the requirements of Decree 64/2022 (qualifications, age, physical conditions and other requirements) before starting the process.
- Submit the application within 20 business days from September 17, 2026, using the official form established in the bases. Submitting it outside the deadline results in automatic exclusion from the process.
- Activate alerts in the DOE and on the electronic headquarters of the Junta of Extremadura and the Public Security Academy of Extremadura to not miss any successive announcement of the process (lists of admitted candidates, exam dates, results).
- For participating municipalities: coordinate with the Ministry of Presidency any operational aspects related to the incorporation of future selected agents.
Frequently asked questions
How many Local Police positions are announced in Extremadura in 2026 and in which municipalities?
35 Local Police Agent positions are announced distributed among 20 municipalities of the Autonomous Community of Extremadura. The municipalities with the largest offer are Azuaga, Badajoz and Montijo, with 4 positions each. The remaining 23 positions are distributed among the other 17 participating municipalities.
What is the deadline for submitting an application for Local Police positions in Extremadura?
The deadline is 20 business days counted from September 17, 2026, the date of publication of the announcement in the BOE. Applications must be submitted in accordance with the official form established in the bases published in the DOE of September 2, 2026.
What regulation governs the Local Police selection process in Extremadura?
The process is governed by Decree 64/2022 and its subsequent amendments. The complete bases were published in the Official Gazette of Extremadura on September 2, 2026. The announcement was published in the BOE through the Resolution of September 10, 2026 of the General Secretariat of the Vice-Presidency and Ministry of Presidency.
What is the single panel and how does it affect the selection process?
The single panel is the mechanism by which a single evaluating body manages the selection for all convening municipalities simultaneously. This ensures homogeneity in assessment criteria and allows the same applicant to apply for positions in different municipalities within the same process.
Where are the announcements of the Local Police selection process in Extremadura published?
Successive announcements of the process — lists of admitted candidates, exam dates, results — will be published in the Official Gazette of Extremadura (DOE) and on the electronic headquarters of the Junta of Extremadura and the Public Security Academy of Extremadura.
Official source
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Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-19358
