Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of October 14, 2026, from the Under-Secretariat of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Business |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | October 20, 2026 |
| Effective date | October 20, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Candidates for fixed-term labor personnel at the Ministry of Economy, groups M3, M2, M1 and E2 |
| Applicable agreement | IV Single Collective Agreement for labor personnel of the General State Administration |
| Correction period | 10 business days from publication in the BOE (from October 20, 2026) |
| Date of first exercise | December 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. |
| Exam venue | Paseo de la Castellana, 162 (ministerial headquarters) |
| Access | General system of open access and internal promotion |
| Category | Public Sector |
If you are applying for a fixed-term labor personnel position at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Business, now is the time to act. The Under-Secretariat has published the provisional lists of admitted and excluded candidates for professional groups M3, M2, M1 and E2, called through the Resolution of July 3, 2026. As of October 20, 2026, the clock is ticking: you have 10 business days to review your situation and, if you are excluded or omitted, correct the defects before the list is finalized.
What does this regulation establish?
The Resolution of October 14, 2026 from the Under-Secretariat of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Business publishes the provisional lists of admitted and excluded candidates in the selection process for admission as fixed-term labor personnel, called in July 2026 under the IV Single Collective Agreement for labor personnel of the General State Administration.
The specialties called in this process are as follows:
| Specialty |
|---|
| Medicine |
| Psychology |
| Social Work |
| Audiovisual Communication |
| Chemistry |
| Design |
| Risk Prevention |
Candidates who appear as excluded or omitted from the provisional lists have 10 business days from publication in the BOE (October 20, 2026) to correct the defects in their application. The correction must be made exclusively through the IPS portal of RedSARA.
Candidates with disabilities who appear marked with the symbol «**» in the lists must submit the Technical Medical Opinion within the same 10 business day period, so that the accommodations that correspond to them can be evaluated and applied during the exercise.
Economic and operational impact
For candidates, the operational impact of this resolution is immediate and does not allow for delay. The consequences of not acting within the deadline are definitive: anyone who does not correct their exclusion within the 10 business days established will be permanently removed from the selection process, with no possibility of ordinary appeal on that ground.
From a planning perspective, the exam on December 13, 2026 leaves approximately 7 weeks of preparation time from the closure of the correction period. For admitted candidates, this is the time to confirm their status on the lists and organize the logistics for exam day.
It is mandatory to attend the exam with the following items:
- National ID (valid national identity document)
- Blue or black pen
- Copy of participation application
The use of any electronic device is expressly prohibited during the exercise.
Who does it affect?
- Candidates who applied for fixed-term labor personnel positions at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Business in the July 2026 call.
- Candidates included in professional groups M3, M2, M1 and E2 of the IV Single Collective Agreement for labor personnel of the General State Administration.
- Candidates for the specialties of Medicine, Psychology, Social Work, Audiovisual Communication, Chemistry, Design and Risk Prevention.
- Candidates with disabilities who need accommodations for the exercise and must submit the Technical Medical Opinion.
- Persons applying through both the open access system and internal promotion.
Practical example
Imagine a candidate for the specialty of Risk Prevention (group M2) submitted their application in July 2026 but made an error in the supporting documentation. When checking the provisional lists published on October 20, 2026, they find that they appear as excluded.
They have until the end of the 10 business day period (counted from October 20, not counting Saturdays, Sundays or national holidays) to access the IPS portal of RedSARA, correct the defect and provide the missing documentation. If they do not act within that period, they will be permanently excluded from the process and will not be able to participate in the exam on December 13, 2026.
On the other hand, a candidate with a disability in the specialty of Psychology marked with «**» in the lists must submit their Technical Medical Opinion within that same period so that the panel can evaluate what accommodations (additional time, type of support, etc.) correspond to them on exam day.
What should candidates do now?
- Check the provisional lists in the BOE (published on October 20, 2026) to verify if you appear as admitted, excluded or omitted in your specialty and professional group.
- If you are excluded or omitted, act immediately: access the IPS portal of RedSARA and correct the indicated defects before the 10 business day period from October 20, 2026 expires.
- If you have a disability and appear marked with «**»: submit the Technical Medical Opinion within the same 10 business day period so that your accommodations can be evaluated.
- Prepare the mandatory material for the exam: National ID, blue or black pen and copy of application. Remember that it is prohibited to bring any electronic device.
- Confirm the logistics for December 13: the exam will be held at 9:00 a.m. at Paseo de la Castellana, 162 (ministerial headquarters of the Ministry of Economy). Plan your travel in advance.
Frequently asked questions
When is the exam for the 2026 fixed-term labor personnel civil service examinations at the Ministry of Economy?
The first exercise or single exercise of the opposition phase will be held on December 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the ministerial headquarters at Paseo de la Castellana, 162.
How can I correct my exclusion from the provisional lists?
Candidates excluded or omitted have 10 business days from October 20, 2026 to correct the defects in their application. The correction must be made exclusively through the IPS portal of RedSARA. After that period without action, the exclusion is definitive.
What specialties are called in this selection process at the Ministry of Economy?
The specialties called are: Medicine, Psychology, Social Work, Audiovisual Communication, Chemistry, Design and Risk Prevention, in professional groups M3, M2, M1 and E2 of the IV Single Collective Agreement.
What should I bring on exam day and what is prohibited?
It is mandatory to attend with National ID, blue or black pen and a copy of the application. It is expressly prohibited to bring any electronic device to the place where the exercise is held.
What should candidates with disabilities marked with «**» in the lists do?
Candidates with disabilities identified with the symbol «**» in the provisional lists must submit the Technical Medical Opinion within the 10 business day period from publication in the BOE (October 20, 2026). This document is necessary for the panel to evaluate and apply the accommodations that correspond to them during the exercise.
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-2026-21819
