Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of October 5, 2026, Torrent City Council (Valencia/València) |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | October 10, 2026 |
| Entry into force / deadline start | October 11, 2026 |
| Total positions called | 14 Local Police positions |
| Scale / Subscale | Special Administration — Special Services — Local Police Class |
| Application deadline | 20 working days from October 11, 2026 |
| Bases published in | Official Bulletin of the Province of Valencia, July 28, 2026 |
| Category | Public Sector |
The Torrent City Council (Valencia) launches one of its most comprehensive selection processes in recent years for the Local Police force: 14 positions in total, with three differentiated access routes depending on the applicant's profile. The call was resolved on October 5, 2026 and published in the BOE on October 10, which activates the calculation of the application submission deadline starting the following day, October 11, 2026.
The positions belong to the Special Administration scale, Special Services subscale, Local Police class, and are structured in three competition types with different selection systems depending on the access route.
What does this call establish?
The call structures the 14 positions into three well-differentiated blocks, each with its own selection system:
| Competition type | Category | Positions | Selection system |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open competition | Agent | 8 | Examination |
| Mobility competition | Agent | 4 | Competitive examination |
| Internal promotion | Officer | 2 | Competitive examination |
The regulatory bases of the selection process were published in the Official Bulletin of the Province of Valencia on July 28, 2026. They detail the participation requirements, syllabus, process phases and merit evaluation criteria for the competitive examination competition types. The resolution published in the BOE on October 10 acts as a formal call that opens the application deadline.
The application submission deadline is 20 working days counted from October 11, 2026, the day following publication in the BOE.
Operational impact and opportunity
For applicants and active officers, this call represents a concrete opportunity for incorporation or promotion in the Local Police of Torrent, one of the most populated municipalities in the province of Valencia. From an operational perspective, there are three distinct scenarios:
- Open competition: Access open to any applicant who meets the general requirements established in the bases of the Valencia Official Bulletin. The system is exclusively examination-based, without evaluation of previous merits.
- Mobility competition: Aimed at active Local Police officers in other forces who wish to transfer to Torrent. The competitive examination system combines merit evaluation with selective tests.
- Internal promotion: Exclusive to active officers of the Torrent City Council itself who aspire to the rank of Officer. Also through competitive examination, with specific weight given to experience and accredited merits.
The simultaneous call for all three competition types allows the City Council to strengthen the workforce comprehensively, covering both base-level and intermediate management needs.
Who does it affect?
- External applicants who meet the requirements to access the Local Police force through open competition (8 Agent positions).
- Active Local Police officers in other municipalities or autonomous communities who apply for the 4 mobility positions.
- Officers of the Torrent City Council who meet the requirements to advance to Officer through the 2 internal promotion positions.
- Exam preparation academies and training centers that must update syllabi and schedules for this call.
- Advisors and human resources managers in the local public sector who monitor calls in the Valencian Community.
Practical example
A Local Police officer currently assigned to the Paterna City Council (Valencia) who has been in the force for several years can apply for the 4 mobility competition positions through competitive examination. In this competition type, their experience and accredited merits will carry weight in the merit evaluation phase, giving them an advantage over applicants without previous experience. To do so, they must submit their application within the 20 working days beginning October 11, 2026, and consult the specific requirements and required documentation in the bases published in the Valencia Official Bulletin on July 28, 2026.
Similarly, an active Officer of the Torrent City Council itself who meets the seniority and training requirements can apply for one of the 2 Officer positions through internal promotion, thus consolidating their professional career within the same force.
What should applicants do now?
- Identify the appropriate competition type: Determine if you access through open competition, mobility or internal promotion based on your current situation (external, officer in another municipality or Torrent officer).
- Consult the complete bases in the Valencia Official Bulletin: The bases were published on July 28, 2026 and contain the requirements, syllabus, phases and evaluation criteria. They are the governing document of the process.
- Calculate the application deadline: The 20 working day deadline starts on October 11, 2026. Calculate the exact deadline by excluding holidays and weekends to avoid missing the deadline.
- Prepare the documentation: Gather in advance the documents required in the bases (qualifications, certificates, merits if applicable) to avoid errors in submission.
- Submit the application on time and in proper form: Follow the procedure indicated in the Valencia Official Bulletin bases. A formal error could result in exclusion from the process.
Frequently asked questions
How many Local Police positions does the Torrent City Council call for in 2026?
The Torrent City Council calls for a total of 14 positions: 8 Agents in open competition through examination, 4 Agents in mobility competition through competitive examination and 2 Officers in internal promotion through competitive examination.
When does the application deadline for the Torrent Local Police examination begin?
The application submission deadline began on October 11, 2026, the day following publication of the call in the BOE (October 10, 2026). The deadline is 20 working days.
Where are the bases for the Torrent Local Police examination published?
The complete bases were published in the Official Bulletin of the Province of Valencia on July 28, 2026. They detail the requirements, syllabus, phases of the selection process and merit evaluation criteria for the competitive examination competition types.
Can officers from other municipalities apply for positions in Torrent?
Yes. The 4 mobility competition positions are specifically intended for active Local Police officers in other forces who wish to join the Torrent City Council. The system is competitive examination, with merit evaluation.
What selection system is applied in each competition type of the Torrent call?
The open competition (8 Agent positions) is resolved through examination. The mobility competition (4 Agent positions) and internal promotion (2 Officer positions) are resolved through competitive examination, combining selective tests with merit evaluation.
Official source
Consult 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-2026-21120
