Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of August 14, 2026, Móstoles City Council (Madrid) |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | August 28, 2026 |
| Entry into force / deadline start | August 29, 2026 |
| Positions announced | 4 Psychologist positions |
| Type of personnel | Permanent staff |
| Selection system | Competitive exam in open competition |
| Application deadline | 20 calendar days from August 29, 2026 |
| Bases published in | BOCM no. 146, of June 22, 2026 (amended in BOCM no. 191, of August 12, 2026) |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Year | 2026 |
The Móstoles City Council is offering 4 Psychologist positions with permanent staff status, which represents one of the most direct routes to stable public employment available in the Madrid municipality in 2026. The announcement is governed by the competitive exam system in open competition, which means that any applicant who meets the requirements can apply, without prior quota reservation.
The resolution was signed on August 14, 2026 and published in the BOE on August 28, 2026. The application deadline begins the day after that publication, that is, August 29, 2026, and extends for 20 calendar days.
What does this announcement establish?
The announcement regulates the selection process to fill four Psychologist positions integrated into the permanent staff of the Móstoles City Council. The key elements of the process are:
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Positions | 4 Psychologist positions |
| Type of employment relationship | Permanent staff |
| Access system | Competitive exam in open competition |
| Bases (original publication) | BOCM no. 146, of June 22, 2026 |
| Bases (amendment) | BOCM no. 191, of August 12, 2026 |
| Application deadline start | August 29, 2026 |
| Deadline duration | 20 calendar days |
| Publication of subsequent announcements | As provided in the bases themselves |
The bases published in the BOCM are the governing document of the process: they detail the qualification requirements, the merit scoring system applicable in the competitive phase, and the phases of the selection process. It is essential to consult the amended version (BOCM no. 191 of August 12, 2026), as it modifies the original June publication.
Economic and operational impact
For applicants, accessing a permanent staff position in a city council implies employment stability, compensation linked to collective agreements for local administration staff, and access to rights inherent to public employment (career development, training, work-life balance, etc.).
From an operational perspective, the Móstoles City Council will incorporate four psychology professionals into its workforce, which strengthens the social services, health, or citizen care services in which these positions are classified. The open competition announcement maximizes competition and, therefore, the quality of selected candidates.
For applicants already working in the private sector, this announcement represents an opportunity for transition to stable public employment in the Madrid metropolitan area, with the working conditions that entails.
Who does it affect?
- Active Psychologists who wish to access stable public employment in the Móstoles City Council.
- Psychology graduates or degree holders who meet the qualification requirements established in the bases (BOCM no. 146, amended in BOCM no. 191).
- Exam preparation candidates whose objective is psychologist positions in the Local Administration of the Madrid Community.
- Psychologists with experience in social services, primary care, or community intervention, profiles typically valued in city council announcements.
- Applicants with accumulated merits (previous experience in public administration, specific training) who can benefit from the competitive phase.
Practical example
A psychologist with five years of experience in municipal social services and a master's degree in community intervention decides to apply for this announcement. Her roadmap would be as follows:
- Download the bases published in the BOCM no. 146 of June 22, 2026 and read the amendment in the BOCM no. 191 of August 12, 2026 to learn the exact qualification requirements and merit scoring system.
- Verify that she meets the required qualification requirement (Psychology Degree or Diploma, as established in the bases).
- Prepare documentation proving her merits (contracts, certificates of services rendered, training certificates) for the competitive phase.
- Submit her application within the 20 calendar days from August 29, 2026, before the deadline expires.
- Monitor subsequent process announcements as provided in the bases themselves, where lists of admitted candidates, exam dates, and results will be published.
What should applicants do now?
- Consult the bases in BOCM no. 146 (22/06/2026) and the amendment in BOCM no. 191 (12/08/2026): they are the governing document of the process and contain the qualification requirements, merit scoring system, and phases of the selection process.
- Verify compliance with qualification requirements before starting to prepare the application, to avoid investing time in a non-viable candidacy.
- Prepare merit documentation in advance: professional experience, additional training, and any other merit that can be scored in the competitive phase.
- Submit the application within the 20 calendar days from August 29, 2026: calculate the exact deadline and do not wait until the last day to avoid technical or administrative issues.
- Activate monitoring of subsequent process announcements, which will be published as provided in the bases themselves, to not miss any official communication about lists of admitted candidates, test dates, or results.
Frequently asked questions
When is the deadline to submit an application for the Psychologist positions in Móstoles?
The application submission deadline is 20 calendar days counted from the day after the resolution is published in the BOE. Since the publication was on August 28, 2026, the deadline begins on August 29, 2026. Applicants must calculate the exact closing date by adding 20 calendar days to that start date.
Where are the bases for the Móstoles City Council Psychologist announcement?
The bases governing the announcement were published in the BOCM no. 146, of June 22, 2026, and subsequently amended in the BOCM no. 191, of August 12, 2026. It is essential to consult the amended version, as it modifies the original publication. They detail the qualification requirements, merit scoring system, and phases of the selection process.
How many Psychologist positions does the Móstoles City Council announce in 2026?
The Móstoles City Council announces 4 Psychologist positions, integrated into the permanent staff workforce, through the competitive exam system in open competition. Since it is open competition, any applicant who meets the requirements can apply without quota restrictions.
Where will subsequent process announcements be published?
Subsequent process announcements (lists of admitted candidates, test dates, results, etc.) will be published as provided in the announcement bases themselves, published in the BOCM. Applicants should periodically consult these sources to not miss any official communication.
What type of contract does this Psychologist announcement in Móstoles offer?
The announced positions are permanent staff, which implies a stable employment relationship with the Móstoles City Council, with the rights and conditions inherent to local public employment (compensation according to collective agreement, career development, employment stability).
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-2026-18271
