Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of September 2, 2026, from the Under-Secretariat, by which a specific competition is announced for the provision of job positions |
|---|---|
| Publication | September 9, 2026 |
| Entry into force | September 9, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Career officials of the General State Administration (AGE) |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Convening body | Ministry of Territorial Policy and Democratic Memory (Under-Secretariat) |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from publication (from September 9, 2026) |
| Application channel | Electronic, through the Funciona Portal with electronic certificate |
| Minimum seniority required | 2 years in the current permanent position |
Career officials of the General State Administration have a specific position provision competition open since September 9, 2026, announced by the Under-Secretariat of the Ministry of Territorial Policy and Democratic Memory. The Resolution of September 2, 2026 regulates the conditions, requirements and deadlines for participation.
The deadline for submitting applications is 15 business days counted from the publication date, making this announcement urgent for any official who wants or needs to participate.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution announces a specific competition for the provision of job positions for career officials of the AGE. Below are the essential conditions:
| Condition | Detail |
|---|---|
| Who can participate | Career officials of the AGE in any administrative situation, except firm suspension |
| Seniority requirement | Minimum 2 years in the current permanent position at the time of application submission |
| Exceptions to seniority | There are specific exceptions (included in the resolution) |
| Mandatory participation | Officials in provisional assignment whose position is announced are required to participate |
| Application channel | Exclusively electronic, through the Funciona Portal with electronic certificate |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from publication (September 9, 2026) |
| Equality principle | Incorporates the principle of gender equality in accordance with the IV Equality Plan of the AGE |
The competition is of a specific type, which means that the announced positions have particular requirements beyond the general ones of the body or scale. The participation of officials in provisional assignment is not voluntary when their position appears in the announcement: they have the express obligation to submit an application.
Economic and operational impact
This type of announcement does not generate direct costs for the participating official, but it does have relevant operational consequences for both the officials themselves and the affected administrative units:
- Forced mobility for provisionally assigned officials: Officials in provisional assignment who do not participate when their position is announced may incur non-compliance with administrative obligations, with the disciplinary consequences that this entails.
- Reorganization of units: The provision of vacant or newly covered positions implies changes in the composition of teams within the Ministry, with an impact on the operational continuity of services.
- Deadline management: With only 15 business days, the window of action is narrow. An official who does not detect the announcement in time may lose the opportunity to compete or, in the case of provisionally assigned officials, fail to comply with an obligation.
- Mandatory electronic certificate: Processing is exclusively electronic through the Funciona Portal. Anyone who does not have their electronic certificate operational must manage it urgently.
Who does it affect?
- Career officials of the AGE in any administrative situation (active, special services, leave of absence, etc.), except firm suspension.
- Officials in provisional assignment whose position appears in the announcement: mandatory participation.
- Officials with permanent assignment who meet the requirement of 2 years of seniority in their current position or who fall under one of the specific exceptions.
- HR managers and unit heads of the Ministry of Territorial Policy and Democratic Memory, who must manage internal communication and position coverage during the process.
- Officials on leave of absence who wish to return through this competition, provided they meet the established requirements.
Practical example
A career official of the AGE who has been in their permanent position for 3 years within the Ministry of Territorial Policy meets the minimum seniority requirement (2 years) and can voluntarily submit their application through the Funciona Portal with their electronic certificate before the 15 business day deadline expires from September 9, 2026.
In contrast, an official who is in provisional assignment in a position that appears in the announcement has no choice: they are required to participate. If they do not submit an application within the deadline, they fail to comply with an express administrative obligation included in the resolution.
On the other hand, an official who has been in their permanent position for only 18 months does not meet the 2-year requirement, unless they are in one of the specific exception cases included in the resolution. In that case, they must verify whether their particular situation fits into one of those exceptions before submitting an application.
What should officials do now?
- Verify if your position appears in the announcement: Check the resolution published in the BOE on September 9, 2026 to verify if your position is included. If you are in provisional assignment and your position appears, participation is mandatory.
- Check the seniority requirement: Confirm that you have been in your current permanent position for at least 2 years at the time of application submission. If you do not meet it, review whether your situation fits into one of the specific exceptions.
- Make sure your electronic certificate is operational: The application is exclusively electronic through the Funciona Portal. If your certificate is expired or you do not have one, manage its renewal or obtain it immediately.
- Submit the application within the deadline: The deadline is 15 business days from September 9, 2026. Calculate the exact deadline and do not wait until the last moment.
- HR managers: Communicate the announcement internally to all officials in the unit, especially those in provisional assignment, to ensure compliance with the obligation to participate.
Frequently asked questions
How many years must I have been in my position to participate in the AGE 2026 transfer competition?
The resolution requires a minimum of 2 years in the current permanent position at the time of application submission. However, there are specific exceptions included in the resolution itself that may allow officials who do not meet this general requirement to participate.
Am I required to participate if I am in provisional assignment?
Yes. Officials in provisional assignment whose position is announced in this competition have the express obligation to participate, as established by the Resolution of September 2, 2026. Failing to submit an application in that case constitutes a breach of an administrative obligation.
How and where do I submit the application for the transfer competition of the Ministry of Territorial Policy?
The application must be submitted exclusively electronically through the Funciona Portal, using an electronic certificate. No other submission channel is accepted. The deadline is 15 business days from September 9, 2026.
Can officials on leave of absence or special services participate?
Yes. Career officials of the AGE in any administrative situation can participate, with the sole exception of those in firm suspension. This therefore includes situations such as leave of absence or special services, provided that all other requirements are met.
What is the IV Equality Plan of the AGE and how does it affect this competition?
The IV Equality Plan of the General State Administration is the reference framework regarding gender equality in the AGE. This announcement expressly incorporates the principle of gender equality in accordance with said plan, which means that the evaluation criteria and the procedure must be applied respecting that principle of non-discrimination based on gender.
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-2026-18838
