Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of September 25, 2026, from the National Institute of Health Management (INGESA) |
|---|---|
| Publication | October 5, 2026 |
| Entry into force | October 5, 2026 |
| Positions announced | 7 fixed statutory personnel positions |
| Professional category | Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Diagnostic Laboratory |
| Selection system | Competitive examination, open access |
| Disability reserve | 1 position (recognized disability equal to or greater than 33%) |
| Territorial scope | Health institutions managed by INGESA (Ceuta and Melilla) |
| Public employment offer | Public Employment Offer 2026 |
| Category | Public Sector |
INGESA opens the door to 7 fixed public employment positions in the category of Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Diagnostic Laboratory, within the Public Employment Offer 2026. The announcement, published on October 5, 2026 through Resolution of September 25, 2026 (BOE-A-2026-20627), affects the health institutions managed by INGESA in Ceuta and Melilla.
If you are a Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory and want to consolidate your position in the National Health System, this announcement is your direct opportunity. The process is through competitive examination under open access, which means that any citizen who meets the requirements can apply, without needing to be a civil servant previously.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution announces a selective process of competitive examination under the general open access system to fill fixed statutory personnel positions at INGESA. The positions are assigned to the health institutions managed by this organization in Ceuta and Melilla.
The process combines two phases: an examination phase (theoretical and/or practical tests) and a merit evaluation phase. The announcement is part of the Public Employment Offer 2026, which guarantees its budgetary coverage.
Access requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Qualification | VET Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory or recognized equivalent title |
| Nationality | Spanish or from a Member State of the European Union |
| Eligibility | Not be disqualified from holding public office |
| Sexual offenders registry | Negative certificate from the Central Registry of Sexual Offenders |
| Compatibility with NHS | Not already hold a homologous position in the National Health System |
| Disability (reserved quota) | Recognized disability equal to or greater than 33% to apply for the reserved position |
Economic and operational impact
For applicants, obtaining a fixed statutory personnel position at INGESA means accessing a stable employment relationship with the National Health System, with the remuneration and professional development conditions typical of health statutory personnel.
For INGESA, filling these 7 positions responds to a real healthcare need in the health institutions of Ceuta and Melilla, territories with differentiated health management compared to the rest of the State. The announcement within the PEO 2026 ensures that the positions are budgeted.
From an operational perspective, INGESA health centers will be able to strengthen their clinical and biomedical diagnostic laboratory services with fixed personnel, reducing dependence on temporary or interim contracts in these categories.
Who does it affect?
- Senior Technicians in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory seeking fixed positions in the public health sector.
- Spanish or EU citizens with the VET qualification of Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory or equivalent.
- People with recognized disability equal to or greater than 33% who want to apply for the reserved position.
- Technicians in interim status at INGESA who wish to consolidate their position as fixed statutory personnel.
- INGESA health institutions in Ceuta and Melilla, which will receive reinforcement of fixed personnel in their laboratories.
Those who already hold a homologous position in the National Health System cannot apply, nor can those who are disqualified from exercising public functions.
Practical example
Imagine you are a Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory, you live on the Peninsula and have been working as an interim employee in a public hospital for three years. You have the required VET qualification, Spanish nationality, and do not hold any fixed position in the NHS.
With this announcement you can apply to the INGESA competitive examination process with open access. If you pass the examination tests and obtain a good score in the merit evaluation phase, you could obtain one of the 6 positions in the general quota and become fixed statutory personnel in a health institution in Ceuta or Melilla.
If you also have recognized disability equal to or greater than 33%, you can specifically apply for the position reserved for this quota, competing only with other applicants in the same situation.
What should applicants do now?
- Verify that you meet all requirements: VET qualification of Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory or equivalent, Spanish or EU nationality, not be disqualified from public employment and not hold a homologous position in the NHS.
- Request the negative certificate from the Central Registry of Sexual Offenders: it is a mandatory requirement to participate in the process. You can request it electronically through the Ministry of Justice.
- Consult the complete resolution in the BOE: review the specific bases of the announcement to learn about the syllabus, the scoring system for the competitive examination, the application deadlines and the required documentation.
- Prepare your merit documentation: in the merit evaluation phase, professional and training merits are assessed. Gather certificates of experience, continuing education and other merits you can prove.
- Submit your application within the deadline: the announcement establishes a specific deadline for submitting applications. Missing this deadline results in automatic exclusion from the process.
- If you have recognized disability ≥ 33%: explicitly indicate in your application that you wish to compete for the disability reserve quota and provide the corresponding supporting documentation.
Frequently asked questions
How many positions does INGESA announce for Senior Laboratory Technician in 2026?
INGESA announces a total of 7 positions of fixed statutory personnel in the category of Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Diagnostic Laboratory. Of these 7 positions, 1 is reserved for people with recognized disability equal to or greater than 33%, and the remaining 6 correspond to the general open access quota.
What qualification is needed to apply for INGESA laboratory positions?
It is essential to be in possession of the VET qualification of Senior Technician in Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory or an equivalent recognized title. Additionally, Spanish or EU Member State nationality is required, not be disqualified from public employment, provide a negative certificate from the Central Registry of Sexual Offenders and not already hold a homologous position in the National Health System.
Where will the INGESA positions announced in 2026 be located?
The positions correspond to health institutions managed by INGESA, an organization that manages public health in Ceuta and Melilla. The specific destination of each position will be determined according to the allocation process established in the announcement bases.
Can someone who already works as an interim employee at INGESA apply?
Yes, as long as they meet all access requirements: required qualification, Spanish or EU nationality, not be disqualified and not hold a homologous position in the NHS. The process is through open access, so it is not required to be a civil servant previously or have prior connection with INGESA.
How does the INGESA competitive examination system work?
The selective process is structured through competitive examination: an examination phase (theoretical and/or practical tests on the category syllabus) and a merit evaluation phase (assessment of professional and training merits proven by the applicant). The system is the general open access system, which means that any citizen who meets the requirements can participate without needing to previously belong to any body or scale.
Official source
View complete regulation in official source
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-2026-20627
