Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of 22 October 2026, from the Under-Secretariat of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda, calling a general competition for the provision of job positions |
|---|---|
| Publication | 27 October 2026 |
| Entry into force | 27 October 2026 |
| Affected parties | Career civil servants of the General State Administration (AGE) |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from publication in the BOE |
| Minimum tenure required | 2 years in current permanent position |
| Submission method | Online, through the Funciona Portal with electronic certificate |
| BOE Reference | BOE-A-2026-22472 |
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda activates its position provision process for 2026 through a general merit competition. The Resolution of 22 October 2026 from the Under-Secretariat establishes the rules of the game: who can participate, what requirements must be met, and how and when to submit the application. The deadline is tight—15 business days—and the method is exclusively online.
For civil servants who are in a situation of provisional assignment or in expectation of posting, participation is not optional: if their position is included in the call, they are obliged to compete.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution calls a general merit competition to fill vacant positions with budgetary allocation in the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda. Below are the key elements of the call:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type of competition | General merit competition |
| Positions called | Vacant positions with budgetary allocation |
| Who can participate | Career civil servants in any administrative situation, except those permanently suspended |
| Tenure requirement | Minimum 2 years in current permanent position, with limited exceptions |
| Application submission | Online through the Funciona Portal, with electronic certificate |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from publication (27/10/2026) |
| Obligation to participate | Yes, for civil servants in provisional assignment or in expectation of posting if their position is called |
| Gender equality | Guaranteed in accordance with the IV Gender Equality Plan of the AGE |
The call is governed by the principle of equal treatment between men and women, in compliance with the IV Gender Equality Plan of the General State Administration. The exceptions to the minimum two-year tenure are limited, that is, they are expressly enumerated in the resolution and do not admit extensive interpretation.
Economic and operational impact
This competition does not generate direct costs for private companies, but it does have a relevant operational impact for the units of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda and for the civil servants affected:
- Personnel mobility: The filling of vacant positions with budgetary allocation may involve transfers between units, with the consequent impact on the operational continuity of teams.
- Obligation to compete: Civil servants in provisional assignment or in expectation of posting cannot ignore the call if their position is included. Failure to participate when there is an obligation may have administrative consequences.
- Very tight deadline: With only 15 business days from 27 October 2026, the preparation of documentation and online processing must begin immediately.
- Mandatory electronic certificate: Submission is exclusively online through the Funciona Portal. Without a valid electronic certificate, it is not possible to participate.
Who does it affect?
- Career civil servants of the General State Administration (AGE) in any administrative situation, except those permanently suspended.
- Civil servants in situation of provisional assignment whose position is included in the call (mandatory participation).
- Civil servants in situation of expectation of posting whose position is included in the call (mandatory participation).
- Units and teams of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda that manage the positions called.
- Human resources managers of the AGE who must manage the applications and documentation of their civil servants.
Practical example
A career civil servant of the AGE who currently holds a position in provisional assignment at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda receives notification that their position is included in this call. In this case, they cannot refrain from participating: the resolution imposes the obligation to submit an application.
To do so, they must access the Funciona Portal with their electronic certificate before the deadline of 15 business days counted from 27 October 2026 expires. If their electronic certificate has expired or is not operational, they must renew it urgently, as there is no alternative submission method.
If, on the other hand, the civil servant holds a permanent position for less than two years, they do not meet the minimum tenure requirement and, unless they fall within one of the limited exceptions set out in the resolution, they will not be able to participate in this call.
What should civil servants do now?
- Verify if the position is included in the call: Consult the annex of positions in the resolution published in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-22472) to confirm if your position is among those called.
- Check your own administrative situation: Confirm if you are in a situation of provisional assignment or expectation of posting, in which case participation is mandatory.
- Verify compliance with the tenure requirement: Prove that you have been in your current permanent position for at least two years, or identify if you meet one of the limited exceptions.
- Review the validity of your electronic certificate: Submission is exclusively online through the Funciona Portal. Without an operational electronic certificate it is not possible to process the application.
- Prepare and submit the application before the deadline expires: The deadline is 15 business days from 27 October 2026. Do not wait until the last moment to avoid technical issues on the platform.
- Consult the IV Gender Equality Plan of the AGE if you wish to know the equal treatment measures applicable to the process.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline to apply for the Ministry of Housing merit competition 2026?
The deadline is 15 business days counted from the publication of the resolution in the BOE, 27 October 2026. Applications must be submitted online through the Funciona Portal with an electronic certificate.
Who is obliged to participate in the Ministry of Housing merit competition?
Career civil servants in situation of provisional assignment or in expectation of posting are obliged to participate if their position is included in the call. For others, participation is voluntary, provided they meet the requirements.
What minimum tenure is required to participate in the Housing position provision competition?
A minimum tenure of two years in the current permanent position is required. There are limited exceptions set out in the resolution itself, but they do not admit extensive interpretation.
How are applications submitted in the general merit competition of the Ministry of Housing 2026?
Exclusively in online form, through the Funciona Portal, using an electronic certificate. There is no in-person or paper method. It is essential to have a valid electronic certificate before the deadline expires.
Can civil servants in a situation of permanent suspension participate?
No. The call expressly excludes career civil servants who are in a situation of permanent suspension. All other administrative situations are compatible with participation, provided that the other requirements are met.
Official source
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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-2026-22472
