Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of July 22, 2026, from the Under-Secretariat, correcting errors in the call for a selective process for permanent fixed-term staff, groups M1 and E1 |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | July 28, 2026 |
| Entry into force | July 28, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Applicants for permanent fixed-term staff, professional groups M1 and E1, Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Applicable agreement | IV Collective Agreement for AGE fixed-term staff |
| Reference agreement | Parity Commission of the IV Unique Agreement, November 4, 2025 |
| Corrected regulation | Resolution of July 6, 2026 (original call) |
If you have the Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification and wanted to apply for the permanent fixed-term staff civil service exams at the Housing Ministry but thought you couldn't, the situation has changed. The Resolution of July 22, 2026, published in the BOE on July 28, corrects an error in the original call of July 6, 2026 and expressly incorporates that qualification as valid for group M1, General Maintenance specialty.
The correction is based on the Agreement of the Parity Commission of the IV Collective Agreement for fixed-term staff of the General State Administration, adopted on November 4, 2025. This is not a change of criteria: it was an omission error that was already resolved normatively and is now reflected in the call.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution introduces two specific modifications to the original call:
| Aspect | Original call (July 6, 2026) | After correction (July 28, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Valid qualifications for group M1, General Maintenance specialty | Did not include the Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification | The Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification is expressly incorporated as valid |
| Deadline calculation for the selective process | Did not address August | August is declared non-working for deadline calculation purposes in the selective process |
Regarding applications already submitted: applicants who had registered before the publication of this correction do not need to register again. Their participation retains full validity.
Economic and operational impact
This correction generates no direct costs for applicants or organizations. Its impact is fundamentally operational and access-related:
- Expansion of candidate pool: those who hold the Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification can now apply for group M1, General Maintenance specialty, without needing to provide a different qualification.
- More time for procedures: declaring August as non-working means that selective process deadlines are suspended during that month. Any procedure whose deadline falls in August is automatically extended to the first working day of September.
- No impact for previous registrants: there is no obligation to repeat any procedure already completed. The correction is retroactive in the sense that it validates existing situations.
For human resources departments of organizations managing this type of call, the declaration of August as non-working is a relevant planning element: deadlines for resolving incidents, corrections, or communications are also affected.
Who does it affect?
- Applicants for professional group M1 (especially General Maintenance specialty) at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda who hold the Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification.
- Applicants for professional group E1 at the same ministry (affected by the declaration of August as non-working for deadline calculation).
- Candidates accessing through both general open competition and internal promotion.
- Permanent fixed-term staff of the General State Administration subject to the IV Collective Agreement who are considering applying through internal promotion.
- Human resources departments and selective process managers at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda.
Practical example
A technician with the Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification worked in the private industrial maintenance sector and wanted to access the Housing Ministry as permanent fixed-term staff. When reviewing the original call of July 6, 2026, he found that his qualification was not listed as valid for group M1, General Maintenance specialty, so he did not submit an application.
After the publication of the correction on July 28, 2026, his qualification is expressly incorporated. He can now register in the selective process. Additionally, since August is non-working, he has additional time to prepare and submit his documentation without that month counting toward the established deadlines.
On the other hand, an applicant who had already registered before July 28 does not need to do anything: his application remains valid and he does not need to repeat the registration procedure.
What should applicants do now?
- Verify your qualification: if you have the Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification and had not registered because it was not listed in the original call, you can now do so. Check the current registration deadlines.
- If you are already registered, do nothing: your application is valid. There is no need to repeat registration or submit additional documentation for this reason.
- Keep in mind August's non-working status: any deadline in the selective process that falls in August is suspended. Calculation resumes in September. Plan your procedures and documentation with this in mind.
- Consult the complete call: review the correction resolution in the BOE and the original call of July 6, 2026 to learn about other requirements, syllabi, and phases of the selective process.
- If you manage HR in the AGE: update candidate admission records to include those who provide proof of the Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification, and adjust the selective process calendar considering August's non-working status.
Frequently asked questions
What qualifications are now valid for group M1 General Maintenance specialty at the Housing Ministry?
Following the correction published on July 28, 2026, the Higher Technician in Industrial Mechatronics qualification is incorporated as valid for participating in professional group M1, General Maintenance specialty. This correction is based on the Agreement of the Parity Commission of the IV Unique Agreement of November 4, 2025.
If I already submitted my application before the correction, do I need to register again?
No. Applicants who had already submitted an application do not need to register again. Their participation retains full validity without any additional procedures.
What does it mean that August is non-working in the selective process?
It means that August does not count for deadline calculation purposes in the selective process. In practice, this extends the available time to complete procedures, submit documentation, or resolve incidents related to the call.
Which groups and agreement does this call affect?
It affects professional groups M1 and E1, subject to the IV Collective Agreement for fixed-term staff of the General State Administration (AGE). The call covers both general open competition and internal promotion.
When did this correction enter into force?
The error correction entered into force on the same day of its publication in the BOE: July 28, 2026.
Official source
Consult complete regulation at official source
Notice: This article is purely informational 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-2026-16386