Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of September 25, 2026, from the National Institute of Health Management (INGESA), by which a selective process by competitive examination is announced for Physiotherapist positions |
|---|---|
| Publication | October 5, 2026 |
| Entry into force | October 5, 2026 |
| Vacancies announced | 11 fixed statutory personnel positions (Physiotherapist category) |
| Distribution | 10 positions through general access · 1 position reserved for people with disabilities (≥33%) |
| Selection system | Competitive examination (general system of open access) |
| Legal framework | Framework Statute of Statutory Personnel of the National Health System · Royal Decree 387/2026 (OPE 2026) |
| Category | Public Sector — Public Health Employment |
| Year | 2026 |
INGESA announces 11 fixed statutory personnel positions in the Physiotherapist category through competitive examination by the general system of open access. The resolution, published on October 5, 2026, complies with the Public Employment Offer 2026 approved by the Royal Decree 387/2026. For physiotherapists seeking job stability in public healthcare, this announcement is the direct path to a fixed position at INGESA.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution announces a selective process by competitive examination in accordance with the Framework Statute of Statutory Personnel of Health Services. The positions are fixed and belong to the Physiotherapist category at INGESA.
The key aspects of the process are as follows:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Required qualification | Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy |
| Incompatibility requirement | Not already being a holder of a similar position in the National Health System |
| Application method | Exclusively through electronic means |
| Fees | Mandatory payment, except for recognized legal exemptions |
| Applicable principles | Gender equality and non-discrimination in access |
| Disability reservation | 1 position for people with recognized disability equal to or greater than 33% |
| Legal basis of the process | Framework Statute of Statutory Personnel (Law 55/2003) |
| Reference OPE | Royal Decree 387/2026 |
The competitive examination system combines an examination phase (knowledge tests) with a competition phase (merit evaluation). The specific weight of each phase is detailed in the bases of the announcement published in the BOE of October 5, 2026.
Economic and operational impact
For applicants, the main direct cost is the payment of participation fees. The announcement contemplates legal exemptions (usually linked to unemployment status, disability, or large family), so it is advisable to verify if you are entitled to any of them before formalizing the application.
From an opportunity perspective, obtaining a fixed statutory personnel position at INGESA means:
- Access to an indefinite employment relationship in the National Health System.
- Application of the remuneration and professional career regime for fixed statutory personnel.
- Stability against temporary contracts, which has been the predominant model in the public health sector in recent years.
The process derives from the Public Employment Offer 2026 approved by Royal Decree 387/2026, which guarantees budget coverage for the announced positions.
Who does it affect?
- Qualified physiotherapists with a Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy who wish to access a fixed position in public healthcare managed by INGESA.
- Physiotherapists in interim or temporary employment situations at INGESA who want to consolidate their position as fixed statutory personnel.
- People with recognized disability equal to or greater than 33% with qualifications in Physiotherapy, who have a specifically reserved position.
- Physiotherapists from other autonomous communities who meet the requirements and wish to apply for a position in the territorial scope of INGESA.
Those who are already holders of a similar Physiotherapist position in any health service integrated into the National Health System are excluded.
Practical example
A physiotherapist with a Degree in Physiotherapy who currently works as an interim employee at INGESA can apply for this announcement to consolidate her position as fixed personnel. By opting for general access (one of the 10 available positions), she must:
- Verify that she is not a holder of a similar position in any NHS service (incompatibility condition).
- Submit her application through electronic means within the deadline established in the bases.
- Pay the participation fees, unless she can prove one of the recognized legal exemptions.
- Prepare for the examination phase (knowledge tests) and gather merits for the competition phase.
If, in addition, this professional has recognized disability equal to or greater than 33%, she could apply for the position reserved for people with disabilities, competing in a specific quota with less competition.
What should applicants do now?
- Read the complete bases of the announcement published in the BOE of October 5, 2026 to learn about the syllabus, merit evaluation criteria, and exact application deadlines.
- Verify compliance with requirements: Degree or Diploma qualification in Physiotherapy and absence of a similar position in the NHS.
- Check if you are entitled to fee exemption before formalizing the electronic application, to avoid unnecessary payments.
- Prepare supporting documentation of merits (experience, training, etc.) that will be evaluated in the competition phase.
- Submit the application exclusively through electronic means within the established deadline; paper applications are not accepted.
- People with disabilities: prove the recognized degree equal to or greater than 33% to be able to apply for the reserved position.
Frequently asked questions
How many Physiotherapist positions does INGESA announce in 2026?
INGESA announces 11 fixed statutory personnel positions in the Physiotherapist category: 10 positions through general access and 1 position reserved for people with disabilities recognized as equal to or greater than 33%.
What qualification is needed to apply for the INGESA Physiotherapist competitive examination?
It is necessary to be in possession of the Degree or Diploma title in Physiotherapy. Additionally, the applicant cannot already be a holder of a similar position in any health service integrated into the National Health System.
How do you submit an application for the INGESA Physiotherapist competitive examination?
The application must be submitted exclusively through electronic means. Paper applications are not accepted. Payment of participation fees is mandatory, unless the applicant can prove one of the recognized legal exemptions (unemployment, disability, large family, among others).
What does the competitive examination system consist of for these positions?
The process combines an examination phase (theoretical and/or practical knowledge tests) with a competition phase (merit evaluation such as professional experience and training). The process is governed by the Framework Statute of Statutory Personnel (Law 55/2003) and the specific bases of the announcement published in the BOE.
When was the announcement published and when does it enter into force?
The resolution was published in the BOE on October 5, 2026 and entered into force on the same day. The positions derive from the Public Employment Offer 2026 approved by the Royal Decree 387/2026. The specific deadlines for submitting applications are listed in the bases of the announcement.
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-2026-20626
