Key data
| Regulation | Resolution 400/38387/2026, of September 14, from the Defense Undersecretary |
|---|---|
| Publication | September 17, 2026 |
| Effective date | September 17, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Approved candidates in the Defense Senior Scientists competitive examination (INTA) |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Original call | Resolution 400/38542/2025, of December 18, 2025 |
| Documentation deadline | 20 business days from 17/09/2026 |
| Receiving body | INTA (National Institute of Aerospace Technology) |
The approved candidates in the open competitive process for access to the Defense Senior Scientists Scale now have their name and assigned position. The Defense Undersecretary published on September 17, 2026 the final list through Resolution 400/38387/2026, thus closing the process called in December 2025 (Resolution 400/38542/2025).
The next step is purely administrative, but critical: submitting documentation within the established deadline. There is no room for delays.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution publishes the final list of candidates who have passed the competitive selection process for open access to the Defense Senior Scientists Scale, called in December 2025. This is the last formal act of the selection process before appointment as career civil servants.
The positions are distributed in the following areas of specialization:
| Area of specialization | Observations |
|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence | Positions covered from general quota |
| Space Systems | Positions covered from general quota |
| Aeronautics | Positions covered from general quota |
| Metrology | Positions covered from general quota |
| Fluid Dynamics | Positions covered from general quota |
Two relevant aspects regarding the final distribution of positions:
- Some positions from the military quota remained vacant and were redistributed to the general quota.
- Other positions were reassigned between areas of specialization, adjusting the distribution compared to the original call.
Approved candidates must submit to INTA, within the 20 business days following publication (17/09/2026), the following documents:
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| National ID | Valid National Identity Document |
| University degree | Proof of the academic level required in the call |
| Sworn statement | Declaration of not having been subject to disciplinary sanctions |
| Medical certificate | Proof of physical fitness for the position |
Economic and operational impact
For approved candidates, the impact is direct and immediate: access to a career civil servant position in the Defense Senior Scientists Scale, assigned to INTA, means joining one of the most specialized technical bodies in the Spanish public sector.
The economic and professional risk is clear: failing to submit documentation within the 20 business days means automatic loss of the right to appointment. There is no second opportunity or extension provided for in the resolution. The effort invested in the selection process—which started with the December 2025 call—would be lost due to a purely administrative failure.
From an operational perspective, approved candidates must quickly manage obtaining the medical certificate and sworn statement, which are the documents that typically require more processing time or may surprise those who do not have them prepared.
Who does it affect?
- Candidates included in the final approved list published on 17/09/2026 in the BOE (Resolution 400/38387/2026).
- Approved candidates in the areas of Artificial Intelligence, Space Systems, Aeronautics, Metrology and Fluid Dynamics.
- General quota candidates who have benefited from the redistribution of positions from the military quota.
- Candidates who have obtained positions in reassigned areas compared to the original call.
It does not affect candidates who do not appear in the final published list, nor those who participated in other selection processes of the Ministry of Defense different from this one.
Practical example
Imagine you are one of the approved candidates in the Artificial Intelligence area, having accessed through the general quota thanks to the redistribution of a position that remained vacant in the military quota.
The resolution is published on September 17, 2026. Your 20 business day counter starts that same day. You must submit to INTA:
- Your National ID (you have it in your wallet, no problem).
- Your university degree (if it is being issued, you need the official receipt).
- A sworn statement of not having been subject to disciplinary sanctions (document you must draft and sign).
- A medical certificate of fitness (requires medical visit; schedule an appointment as soon as possible).
If on the 21st business day you submit incomplete or late documentation, the resolution is clear: you lose your right to appointment. There is no administrative appeal that can recover the position for this reason.
What should approved candidates do now?
- Verify that your name appears in the final list published in the BOE on 17/09/2026 (Resolution 400/38387/2026). Also check your assigned area of specialization.
- Calculate your exact deadline: 20 business days from September 17, 2026. Mark the deadline in your calendar and add a reminder 5 days in advance.
- Request a medical appointment immediately to obtain the fitness certificate. This is the document that may take the longest to obtain.
- Prepare the sworn statement of not having been subject to disciplinary sanctions. Draft it, sign it and have it ready.
- Locate or request your university degree. If you don't have it physically, contact your university to obtain the original or a valid official receipt.
- Submit all documentation to INTA before the deadline. Don't wait until the last day: an unforeseen event could cost you the appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the list of approved Defense Senior Scientists INTA 2026 published?
The final list of approved candidates is published in the Official State Gazette of September 17, 2026, through Resolution 400/38387/2026 from the Defense Undersecretary. It is the official and final list of the selection process called by Resolution 400/38542/2025 of December 18, 2025.
What documents must be submitted after passing the INTA 2026 competitive examination?
Approved candidates must submit four documents to INTA: National ID, university degree, sworn statement of not having been subject to disciplinary sanctions, and medical certificate of fitness. All must be submitted within 20 business days following September 17, 2026.
What happens if I don't submit the documentation within 20 business days?
The resolution establishes that those who do not provide the required documentation within the 20 business day deadline will lose their right to appointment as career civil servants. No extension or second opportunity is provided for in the resolution text.
In what areas are positions covered in the INTA 2026 competitive examination?
Positions are distributed in five areas of specialization: Artificial Intelligence, Space Systems, Aeronautics, Metrology and Fluid Dynamics. Some positions from the military quota remained vacant and were redistributed to the general quota; others were reassigned between areas of specialization.
What happened to the military quota positions that remained vacant?
The military quota positions that were not filled were redistributed to the general quota, as established in the resolution. Additionally, some positions were reassigned among the different areas of specialization, so the final distribution may differ from that provided in the original December 2025 call.
Official source
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Disclaimer: 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-2026-19348
