Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of November 5, 2026, from the Under-Secretariat, by which the provision of work positions is convened by the free appointment system in the Peripheral Services of the General Secretariat of Penitentiary Institutions |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | November 10, 2026 |
| Entry into force | November 10, 2026 |
| Positions convened | 56 work positions |
| Provision system | Free appointment |
| Position levels | 22 to 26 |
| Application deadline | 15 working days from publication in the BOE |
| Authorized bodies | Penitentiary bodies 0902 and 0913, and related groupings that meet RPT requirements |
| Category | Public Sector |
| BOE Reference | BOE-A-2026-23541 |
The General Secretariat of Penitentiary Institutions convenes 56 work positions by free appointment in its peripheral services, distributed in penitentiary centers throughout Spain. The resolution, signed on November 5, 2026 and published in the BOE on November 10, 2026 with reference BOE-A-2026-23541, activates a managerial mobility process that affects officials from penitentiary bodies A1, A2 and C1.
The free appointment system means that the Administration discretionally evaluates the candidate's profile—based on the curriculum vitae and merits provided—without being subject to a strict scoring order as in merit competitions. This makes the quality of the CV and the suitability of the profile to the position the determining factor.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution convenes the provision of 56 work positions in the Peripheral Services of the General Secretariat of Penitentiary Institutions through the free appointment system. The types of positions convened are:
- Directors of penitentiary centers
- Subdirectors of various functional areas
- Administrators of penitentiary centers
- Heads of Information and Operational Control Services
The positions are distributed in penitentiary centers throughout Spain, with destination allowance levels from 22 to 26 and variable specific allowances depending on the position and center. The specific list of positions, centers and allowances is included in the convocation published in the BOE.
The procedure requires candidates to submit their application accompanied by a curriculum vitae with the alleged merits. The adjudication resolution is appealable through:
- Motion for reconsideration: within one month
- Administrative contentious appeal: within two months
Economic and operational impact
From a remuneration perspective, the positions convened are between levels 22 and 26 of the remuneration system of the General Administration of the State. Level 26 corresponds to positions of greater managerial responsibility in the convocation—typically center directors—and entails the highest destination allowance in the range.
Specific allowances are variable depending on the position and center, which means that two positions at the same level may have different total remuneration. Candidates should review the positions table in the BOE to compare the total remuneration of each position before deciding which one to apply for.
Operationally, free appointment allows the Administration to fill positions of high responsibility with profiles it considers suitable, but it also means that these positions can be removed discretionally once filled, without the need for disciplinary proceedings.
Who does it affect?
- Officials of the Senior Penitentiary Body (code 0902) — group A1
- Officials of the Penitentiary Management Body (code 0913) — group A2
- Officials of related groupings who meet the specific requirements of the Position Relationship (RPT) for each position
- Officials of group C1 who apply for positions at the lower level within the convened range and meet the RPT requirements
Officials from other ministries or non-penitentiary bodies cannot participate, unless the RPT of a specific position expressly permits it.
Practical example
An official of the Senior Penitentiary Body (code 0902, group A1) currently assigned to a center in Madrid with level 24 detects in the convocation a position of Director of Penitentiary Center in another Spanish center with level 26. He meets the RPT requirements for that position.
His roadmap is as follows:
- Download the positions annex from BOE-A-2026-23541 and identify the code and specific allowance of the level 26 position of interest.
- Prepare the curriculum vitae with relevant merits: managerial experience, specific training, previous assignments and any merit assessable according to the RPT.
- Submit the application within the 15 working days counted from November 10, 2026 (approximate deadline: end of November 2026).
- If you do not obtain the position and consider that the resolution is not adequately motivated, you may file a motion for reconsideration within one month or an administrative contentious appeal within two months.
What should officials do now?
- Verify eligibility: Check that you belong to bodies 0902 or 0913 (or related groupings) and that you meet the specific RPT requirements for the position you want to apply for.
- Consult the positions annex in the BOE: Access the complete resolution in the BOE to review the list of 56 positions, their levels, specific allowances and destination centers.
- Prepare the curriculum vitae with merits: Document managerial experience, training, previous assignments and any assessable merit. This document is the decisive factor in free appointment.
- Submit the application before the deadline: The deadline is 15 working days from November 10, 2026. There is no ordinary extension; an application submitted after the deadline is automatically excluded.
- Keep proof of receipt: Retain the submission receipt in case it is necessary to prove the application in a subsequent appeal.
- Know the appeal channels: If the adjudication resolution is unfavorable to you, you have one month for a motion for reconsideration or two months for an administrative contentious appeal.
Frequently asked questions
How many positions are convened and what types of positions does this convocation include?
56 positions are convened in the Peripheral Services of the General Secretariat of Penitentiary Institutions. The types of positions are: directors of penitentiary centers, subdirectors of various areas, administrators and heads of Information and Operational Control Services. The positions are distributed in centers throughout Spain with levels from 22 to 26.
What is the deadline to apply for these positions and when does it expire?
The deadline is 15 working days counted from publication in the BOE, which took place on November 10, 2026. This places the approximate closure at the end of November 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are automatically excluded.
What officials can apply for these managerial positions in prisons?
Officials from penitentiary bodies with codes 0902 (Senior Penitentiary Body, group A1) and 0913 (Penitentiary Management Body, group A2) can apply, as well as those from related groupings who meet the specific requirements of the Position Relationship (RPT) for each specific position.
What documentation must be submitted to apply for a position by free appointment?
The convocation requires submitting the application accompanied by a curriculum vitae with the alleged merits. In free appointment there is no closed scoring system: the Administration discretionally evaluates the candidate's profile, so the quality and suitability of the CV to the position is the determining factor.
How can the adjudication resolution be appealed if the position is not obtained?
The resolution is appealable through two channels: motion for reconsideration within one month from notification, or administrative contentious appeal within two months. Both deadlines are counted from the notification or publication of the adjudication resolution.
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source
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-2026-23541
