Key data
| Regulation | Resolution 452/38237/2026, of May 4, from the Under-Secretariat |
|---|---|
| Modified regulation | Resolution 452/38203/2026, of April 15, 2026 |
| Publication in BOE | May 5, 2026 |
| Entry into force | May 4, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Applicants for military career in common corps of the Armed Forces |
| Affected access routes | Direct entry and internal promotion |
| Category | Public Sector |
| BOE Reference | BOE-A-2026-9738 |
If you are in the process of preparing your access to the common corps of the Armed Forces, the call you had as a reference has changed. The Resolution 452/38237/2026, of May 4, modifies the original call published on April 15, 2026 (Resolution 452/38203/2026), which regulated the selection processes for entry into military training centers.
This modification affects the two access routes contemplated in the original call: direct entry and internal promotion for those who already belong to the Armed Forces and seek to join as career military officers in the common corps.
What does this regulation establish?
The Under-Secretariat has issued a modification resolution that alters one or several elements of the original call from April 15, 2026. According to available data, the aspects that may have been modified are as follows:
| Element subject to change | Description |
|---|---|
| Deadlines | Dates for submission of applications, conducting tests or publication of results |
| Requirements | Access conditions required of applicants for each entry route |
| Documentation | Documents that must be provided with the application or in later phases of the process |
| Conditions of selective tests | Structure, content or evaluation criteria of the tests |
The call affects the military training centers and regulates access to the common corps of the Armed Forces through two differentiated routes:
- Direct entry: for external applicants who meet the established requirements.
- Internal promotion: for active military personnel who opt to join as career military officers in the common corps.
To know the exact scope of each modification introduced, it is necessary to consult the full text of the resolution in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-9738).
Operational impact and consequences
This modification has no direct economic impact for companies or employers, but it does have relevant operational consequences for applicants and for the organizations involved in managing the selection process:
- Deadlines that may have changed: if the modification affects dates for submission of applications or conducting tests, applicants who do not review the updated call may lose their opportunity to participate or be excluded due to incorrect documentation.
- Updated requirements: any change in access conditions may invalidate a candidacy that was previously valid, or open the door to applicants who did not meet the original requirements.
- Documentation: submitting documents according to the previous call, if it has been modified, may result in exclusion from the selection process.
- Two routes affected simultaneously: both direct entry and internal promotion are subject to the changes introduced, which increases the number of applicants who must review their situation.
Who does it affect?
- Civilian applicants who were applying for direct entry in the common corps of the Armed Forces through the call of April 15, 2026.
- Active military personnel participating in the internal promotion process to join as career military officers in the common corps.
- Academies and military opposition preparation centers that must update the materials and schedules they offer to their students.
- Advisors and managers who accompany candidates in access processes to the Armed Forces.
Practical example
An applicant for direct entry in the common corps of the Armed Forces had prepared their documentation and had noted the deadline for submitting applications according to the original call of April 15, 2026. Resolution 452/38237/2026, published on May 5, modifies that call with effect from May 4.
If the applicant does not review the modified call and submits their application with the documentation or within the original deadline—which may have changed—they risk being excluded from the selection process for non-compliance with the new requirements or for submission outside the deadline.
The same applies to an active military officer participating through the internal promotion route: any change in requirements or documentation required may directly affect their candidacy if they do not update their file in accordance with the new terms.
What should applicants do now?
- Access the full text of the modified resolution in the BOE (reference BOE-A-2026-9738) to know exactly what has changed with respect to the call of April 15, 2026.
- Compare the new deadlines with those you had noted and update your action calendar if any date has changed.
- Review the updated requirements to confirm that you continue to meet the access conditions, whether you opt for direct entry or internal promotion.
- Update the documentation you have prepared if the modified resolution requires new documents or changes the format of existing ones.
- Consult with the academy or advisor who accompanies you in the process so they can adapt the preparation plan to the new terms of the call.
Frequently asked questions
What changes in the selection call for common corps of the Armed Forces in 2026?
Resolution 452/38237/2026, of May 4, modifies the original call of April 15, 2026. The changes may affect deadlines, requirements, documentation required or conditions of selective tests, both for direct entry and internal promotion. It is essential to review the full text of the modified resolution to know the exact scope.
Who does the modification of the call for career military officers in common corps affect?
It affects all applicants for career military officers in the common corps of the Armed Forces, both through direct entry and internal promotion routes, who participate in the selection processes originally called on April 15, 2026.
When does the modification of the 2026 military selection call come into force?
Resolution 452/38237/2026 came into force on May 4, 2026, one day before its publication in the BOE, which took place on May 5, 2026.
What should I do if I had already submitted my application before the modification?
You must review the new terms of the modified call to verify that you continue to meet the requirements and that your documentation is in accordance with the updated regulations.