Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of October 9, 2026, from the Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Interior |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | October 10, 2026 |
| Entry into force | October 10, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Candidates for permanent staff positions at the AGE, groups M3, M2, M1, E2 and E1 |
| Applicable agreement | IV Single Collective Agreement of the General State Administration |
| Original call | Resolution of July 3, 2026 |
| New exam dates | December 13 and 20, 2026 |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Year | 2026 |
Candidates participating in the selection process for admission as permanent staff at the Ministry of Interior have a new date on the calendar: the first exercise—or sole exercise—of the civil service phase has been moved to December 13 and 20, 2026. The reason is the collision with the general elections called for November 29, 2026, which made it impossible to maintain the original schedule established in the Resolution of July 3, 2026.
The modification is formalized through the Resolution of October 9, 2026 from the Under-Secretary, published in the BOE on October 10, 2026. It affects the professional groups M3, M2, M1, E2 and E1 subject to the IV Single Collective Agreement of the General State Administration. No other aspect of the selection process is modified.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution modifies exclusively two elements of the original selection process: the date and the venue of the first exercise of the civil service phase. Everything else—bases, scoring systems, requirements, appeal deadlines—continues to be governed by the call of July 3, 2026.
The exams are distributed between December 13 and 20, 2026 according to the professional group and specialty, and will be held at different university and police venues in Madrid. The affected specialties include, among others:
- Nursing
- Medicine
- Social Work
- Culinary Arts
- Electrical Installations
Each candidate must verify their professional group and specific specialty to know the exact venue and date assigned to them, as the assignment varies according to both criteria.
| Process aspect | Original call (July 3, 2026) | Amending resolution (Oct. 9, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Date of first exercise | Original date (not published in this resolution) | December 13 and 20, 2026 |
| Venue | Original venues | University and police venues in Madrid |
| Affected groups | M3, M2, M1, E2, E1 | No changes |
| Rest of selection process | According to call bases | No changes |
Economic and operational impact
For candidates, the change has mainly a logistical and planning impact: those who do not reside in Madrid will need to reorganize travel and accommodation for the new December dates. The direct economic cost will depend on the distance and how far in advance travel arrangements are made.
For the Ministry of Interior, the rescheduling involves coordinating new venues—university and police—in Madrid, which may entail additional administrative costs for organization, although these are not detailed in the resolution.
From a work calendar perspective, December is a month with high density of holidays and personal commitments, so candidates should plan ahead for managing leave or absences if they are currently working.
Who does it affect?
- Registered candidates in the selection process for permanent staff at the Ministry of Interior called on July 3, 2026.
- Professional groups M3, M2, M1, E2 and E1 subject to the IV Single Collective Agreement of the General State Administration.
- Specialties such as Nursing, Medicine, Social Work, Culinary Arts and Electrical Installations, among others included in the call.
- Candidates competing through both open access and internal promotion.
- Exam preparation academies and civil service advisors who must update calendars and follow-up materials.
Practical example
A candidate registered in the Nursing specialty (group M2) who resides in Seville had planned their trip to Madrid for the original exam date. With the new resolution, they will need to reorganize their travel for December 13 or 20, 2026—depending on the date assigned to their group and specialty—and book accommodation in Madrid if the exam does not coincide with a day when they can travel and return on the same day.
Similarly, a candidate who is currently working and needs to request work leave will need to update their absence request for the new December dates, canceling any previous arrangements made for the original dates.
In both cases, the first step is to consult the complete resolution in the BOE to identify the exact date and venue assigned to their specific group and specialty.
What should candidates do now?
- Consult the resolution in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-21115) to identify the exact date—December 13 or 20, 2026—and the venue assigned to your professional group and specialty.
- Verify group and specialty: the date and venue vary according to the group (M3, M2, M1, E2 or E1) and the specific specialty. Do not assume that all groups take the exam on the same day.
- Reorganize logistics: if you reside outside Madrid, book transportation and accommodation for the new dates as far in advance as possible to avoid extra costs.
- Manage work leave: if you are working, update or cancel previous leave requests and submit new ones for the December dates.
- Confirm that the rest of the process has not changed: bases, scoring systems and requirements continue to be those of the original call of July 3, 2026. No new documentation needs to be submitted.
- Follow official communications from the Ministry of Interior in case there are any further modifications before December 13.
Frequently asked questions
When are the new Ministry of Interior civil service exams for permanent staff?
The new exams will be held on December 13 and 20, 2026. The specific date for each candidate depends on their professional group (M3, M2, M1, E2 or E1) and the specialty they are applying for. It is essential to consult the resolution published in the BOE on October 10, 2026 (BOE-A-2026-21115) to know the exact assignment.
Where will the rescheduled civil service exams be held?
The exams will take place at different university and police venues in Madrid. The specific venue varies according to the group and specialty. Each candidate must verify their venue in the official resolution published in the BOE.
Which groups and specialties are affected by the date change?
The professional groups M3, M2, M1, E2 and E1 of the IV Single Collective Agreement of the General State Administration are affected. The specialties include, among others, Nursing, Medicine, Social Work, Culinary Arts and Electrical Installations. The process covers both open access and internal promotion.
Does anything else in the selection process change besides the date and venue?
No. The resolution of October 9, 2026 modifies only the date and venue of the first exercise of the civil service phase. The rest of the process—bases, scoring systems, requirements, documentation—continues to be governed entirely by the original call of July 3, 2026.
Why have the dates of the Ministry of Interior exams been changed?
The reason is the call for general elections on November 29, 2026, which made it impossible to maintain the original schedule of the first exercise. The resolution from the Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Interior rescheduled the exams for December 13 and 20, 2026 to avoid coinciding with the election period.
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source
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-2026-21115
