Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of June 26, 2026, Municipality of Gijón (Asturias) — call to fill several positions |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | July 7, 2026 |
| Application deadline start | July 8, 2026 |
| Deadline duration | 20 working days from July 8, 2026 |
| Positions called | 3 career civil servant positions |
| Selection system | Competitive examination in open competition |
| Scale / Subscale | Special Administration / Technical, Middle class |
| Complete bases | Official Bulletin of the Principality of Asturias (BOPA), May 14, 2026 |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Year | 2026 |
The Municipality of Gijón is calling for three career civil servant positions through competitive examination in open competition, published in the BOE on July 7, 2026 through the Resolution of June 26, 2026. If you have a degree in Technical Engineering in IT or Surveying and want to access the local civil service in Asturias, this is the process you must follow.
The application submission deadline began on July 8, 2026 and extends for 20 working days. After that deadline, there will be no possibility of applying to this call.
What does this call establish?
The resolution published in the BOE announces the selection process and refers to the complete bases published in the Official Bulletin of the Principality of Asturias (BOPA) on May 14, 2026. It is in that document where the qualification requirements, syllabus, merit scoring and the complete competitive examination procedure are detailed.
The positions called are distributed as follows:
| Specialty | Number of positions | Scale | Subscale | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Engineer — IT | 2 | Special Administration | Technical | Middle |
| Technical Engineer — Surveying | 1 | Special Administration | Technical | Middle |
The selection system is competitive examination in open competition, which means that anyone who meets the requirements can apply, regardless of whether they already work in the Administration. The examination phase evaluates theoretical-practical knowledge, and the competition phase assesses merits such as previous experience or additional training, according to the BOPA scoring criteria.
Operational impact: positions, specialties and classification
These positions are classified in the Special Administration scale, Technical subscale, Middle class, which typically corresponds to subgroup A2 of the Spanish civil service (degree-level qualification or equivalent). This implies remuneration conditions and professional career prospects typical of middle technical bodies in local Administration.
For the Municipality of Gijón, filling these positions means strengthening its capabilities in two strategic areas:
- IT (2 positions): systems management, technological infrastructure and digital transformation of the municipality.
- Surveying (1 position): technical support for urban planning, public works and territorial management.
For candidates, accessing these positions means the job stability inherent to career civil servant status, with the rights and guarantees that this entails in local Administration.
Who does this affect?
- People with a degree in Technical Engineering in IT (or recognized equivalent) who wish to access the local civil service.
- People with a degree in Technical Engineering in Surveying (or recognized equivalent) with the same objective.
- Professionals from the private sector in IT or Surveying who value the stability of the civil service.
- Interim civil servants or temporary staff of the Municipality of Gijón who want to consolidate their position through open competition.
- Candidates from any point in Spain, given that the call is in open competition without geographic origin restrictions.
Practical example
A technical engineer in IT who currently works in the private sector in Asturias decides to apply for the 2 IT positions at the Municipality of Gijón. The process they must follow is as follows:
- Download the complete bases from the BOPA published on May 14, 2026 to know the exact syllabus and merit scoring criteria.
- Submit their application within the deadline of 20 working days from July 8, 2026 (that is, before that deadline expires).
- Prepare the documentation proving their qualification and, if applicable, the merits that will be assessed in the competition phase.
- Take the examination phase (theoretical-practical tests) and, if they pass, participate in the merit assessment of the competition phase.
If selected, they will access a career civil servant position in the Special Administration scale, Technical subscale, Middle class of the Municipality of Gijón.
What should candidates do now?
- Consult the bases in the BOPA (May 14, 2026): It is the document that contains the qualification requirements, complete syllabus, merit scoring criteria and selection procedure. Without reading the bases, you cannot prepare properly.
- Verify that you meet the qualification requirements: The positions require a degree in Technical Engineering in IT or Surveying (or recognized equivalent). Check that your degree is recognized before applying.
- Calculate the exact application deadline: The deadline is 20 working days from July 8, 2026. Count the working days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays in Gijón/Asturias) so you don't miss the deadline.
- Prepare merit documentation: In the competitive examination, the competition phase assesses merits. Gather in advance certificates of experience, training and any other merit contemplated in the BOPA bases.
- Submit the application to the Municipality of Gijón: Do so within the deadline. An application submitted after the deadline is automatically excluded, with no possibility of correction.
Frequently asked questions
How many positions are being called and in what specialty?
A total of 3 positions are being called: 2 Technical Engineer positions in IT specialty and 1 Technical Engineer position in Surveying, all in the Special Administration scale, Technical subscale, Middle class of the Municipality of Gijón.
What is the deadline for submitting an application for the Gijón 2026 civil service exams?
The deadline is 20 working days counted from the day after the resolution is published in the BOE, that is, from July 8, 2026. After that deadline, no applications are accepted.
Where are the complete bases for the Municipality of Gijón call?
The complete bases, with requirements, syllabi and scoring criteria, were published in the Official Bulletin of the Principality of Asturias (BOPA) on May 14, 2026. The BOE resolution (July 7, 2026) only announces the call and refers to the BOPA for details.
What selection system is applied in this call?
The system is competitive examination in open competition. This means there is an examination phase (knowledge tests) and a competition phase (merit assessment), and anyone who meets the requirements can apply, without needing to be a previous employee of the Municipality.
What qualification is needed to apply for these positions?
A degree in Technical Engineering in IT is required for the 2 positions in that specialty, and a degree in Technical Engineering in Surveying for the Surveying position. The exact requirements and accepted equivalences are in the bases published in the BOPA of May 14, 2026.
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-2026-14693