Administrative Manager Aptitude Tests 2026: €100 fee and application deadline

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If you hold a university degree in Law, Economics, Business Administration or Political Science and want to practice as an Administrative Manager, the window to register for the 2026 aptitude tests has just opened. The Resolution of July 9, 2026 from the State Secretariat for Civil Service, published on July 31 in the BOE, sets a two-month deadline for submitting the application and a single fee of €100.

This call is based on Decree 424/1963, the regulation governing access to this regulated profession. The evaluation panel will be composed of members jointly appointed by the General Council of Administrative Managers and the State Secretariat for Civil Service.

What does this regulation establish?

The resolution calls aptitude tests that allow university graduates to access the practice of the Administrative Manager profession, a regulated profession whose access requires passing a specific evaluation process.

The key aspects of the call are as follows:

It is relevant to note that Catalonia, Galicia and the Valencian Community have their own competencies in this matter, so candidates residing in those communities must consult the specific calls from their regional bodies, as this state resolution does not apply directly to them.

Economic and operational impact

The direct cost of participating in this call is the €100 fee, which is not refunded if the candidate is excluded for reasons attributable to them. This means that errors in documentation, failure to meet degree requirements or submission outside the deadline result in the complete loss of the fee.

From a professional perspective, passing the tests opens access to a regulated profession with the ability to represent citizens and companies before the Public Administration in all types of procedures: tax, labor, commercial and administrative in general. For advisory or consulting firms, incorporating a registered Administrative Manager expands the catalog of services they can offer to their clients.

The holding of tests in Madrid as the main venue means that candidates from other communities (except Balearic Islands and Canary Islands, if venues are enabled) will have to assume travel and accommodation costs in addition to the registration fee.

Who does it affect?

• University graduates in Law who want to expand their professional practice towards administrative management.
• Graduates in Economics or Business Administration seeking to become qualified to represent clients before the Administration.
• Graduates in Political Science with interest in the field of public and administrative management.
• Graduates with related official master's degrees to the above disciplines.
• Advisory and consulting firms that want to incorporate professionals qualified as Administrative Managers.
• Candidates in Balearic Islands and Canary Islands, who could have their own venue if demand justifies it.

Not affected by this state call are candidates from Catalonia, Galicia and the Valencian Community, who must go to their specific regional calls.

Practical example

A graduate in Business Administration and Management (ADE) residing in Zaragoza wants to become qualified as an Administrative Manager to expand the services of his tax advisory firm. These are the steps and costs he should plan for:

1. Verify the degree: ADE (Business Administration) is among the qualifying degrees, so it meets the academic requirement.
2. Submit the application on time: He has two months from July 31, 2026, that is, until approximately September 30, 2026.
3. Pay the fee: €100 at the time of registration. If he makes an error in the application that leads to his exclusion, he loses that amount.
4. Travel to Madrid: Since he resides in Zaragoza and there is no venue in Aragon, he will have to assume travel costs and, if necessary, accommodation for the holding of the tests.
5. Pass the tests before the panel appointed by the General Council of Administrative Managers and the State Secretariat for Civil Service.

The guaranteed minimum cost is €100 in fees, plus travel expenses depending on the venue where the tests are held.

What should interested parties do now?

1. Verify the qualifying degree: Check that your own degree (Law, Economics, Business Administration, Political Science or related official master's) meets the requirements of Decree 424/1963.
2. Calculate the application deadline: The two-month deadline from July 31, 2026 expires approximately on September 30, 2026. Do not wait until the last moment to avoid technical or documentary problems.
3. Prepare the documentation: Gather the official university degree and any other document that proves the required requirements before starting the application, to avoid exclusions that result in the loss of the €100.
4. Confirm the venue: Check if venues are finally enabled in Balearic Islands or Canary Islands, and plan in advance for travel to Madrid if necessary.
5. Candidates from Catalonia, Galicia and Valencian Community: Do not apply to this state call; go to the competent regional bodies to learn about their own calls.
6. Firms and advisory services: Evaluate whether any team member meets the requirements and whether qualification as an Administrative Manager increases the value of the service offered to clients.

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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-2026-16749