Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of 30 July 2026, from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, convening a competitive examination for access to university teaching staff positions |
|---|---|
| BOE Reference | BOE-A-2026-18133 |
| Publication | 25 August 2026 |
| Entry into force | 25 August 2026 |
| Application deadline | 15 business days from 25 August 2026 |
| Examination fee | €31.10 |
| Positions offered | 1 university teaching staff position |
| Evaluation requirement | I3 programme passed or R3 certificate |
| Regulatory framework | LOSU, RD 678/2023, TREBEP and internal UCM regulations |
| Category | Education |
| Year | 2026 |
Doctoral researchers with I3 evaluation or R3 certificate who aspire to a teaching position at the UCM have a very specific window of opportunity: 15 business days from 25 August 2026 to submit their application. The call is based on the LOSU and the Royal Decree 678/2023, which regulate access to university teaching staff in the new Spanish university regulatory framework.
Non-compliance with any of the formal requirements—especially payment of the fee—results in automatic exclusion with no possibility of correction. There is no room for error.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution convenes a competitive examination for access to a university teaching staff position at the UCM, with the following essential characteristics:
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type of call | Competitive examination for access to university teaching staff |
| Position reservation | Exclusive for doctoral researchers with I3 programme passed or R3 certificate |
| Additional accreditation | Candidates must be accredited for the corresponding teaching staff body |
| Application channel | UCM electronic office (electronic application) |
| Examination fee | €31.10 (grounds for irremediable exclusion if not paid) |
| Committee establishment | Within three months following publication |
| Evaluation criteria | Curriculum vitae and teaching project according to public scale |
| Administrative remedies | Ordinary remedies against admission resolutions |
The position is reserved for a very specific profile: doctoral researchers who have completed the I3 programme (programme for incentivizing the incorporation and intensification of research activity) or who hold the R3 certificate. Additionally, they must have accreditation for the teaching staff body to which they are applying. Meeting only one of these requirements is not sufficient.
Economic and operational impact
The direct economic impact for the candidate is minimal: €31.10 in examination fees. However, the consequence of not paying them is maximum: exclusion from the process with no possibility of correction. This is the only explicit economic cost of the call.
The operational impact is more significant. The process requires:
- Preparing and submitting the electronic application at the UCM electronic office within 15 business days from 25 August 2026.
- Paying the €31.10 fee before the deadline closes.
- Having accreditation for the corresponding teaching staff body, in addition to I3 evaluation or the R3 certificate.
- Preparing the curriculum vitae and teaching project according to the public scale that the evaluation committee will apply.
The evaluation committee must be established within a maximum of three months from the publication of the call. This sets the timeline for the process for candidates.
Who does it affect?
- Doctoral researchers who have passed the I3 programme for incentivizing research activity.
- Doctoral researchers who hold the R3 certificate.
- Candidates who, in addition to the above, have accreditation for the corresponding university teaching staff body.
- Professionals linked to the Universidad Complutense de Madrid or who wish to join it as teaching staff.
- Departments and faculties of the UCM that manage teaching staff selection processes.
Practical example
A doctoral researcher who passed the I3 programme two years ago and has accreditation as Associate Professor decides to apply for this position. His specific roadmap is as follows:
- He accesses the UCM electronic office before the 15 business days deadline from 25 August 2026 expires (approximately before 15 September 2026, excluding holidays).
- He completes the electronic application and pays the €31.10 examination fee. If he forgets to pay, he is excluded with no option for correction.
- He attaches his curriculum vitae and prepares the teaching project according to the public scale that the UCM will publish.
- If admitted, he waits for the evaluation committee to be established—within a maximum of three months from 25 August 2026—to begin the assessment.
- In case of an unfavorable admission resolution, he can file the ordinary administrative remedies provided for.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify compliance with requirements: Confirm that you have I3 evaluation or the R3 certificate and accreditation for the corresponding teaching staff body. Without both, the candidacy is not viable.
- Calculate the actual application deadline: The 15 business days from 25 August 2026 exclude Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Calculate the exact deadline to avoid missing it.
- Prepare the documentation: Updated curriculum vitae and teaching project adapted to the UCM public scale. Consult the scale before submitting the application.
- Submit the electronic application: Access the UCM electronic office and complete the application form within the deadline.
- Pay the €31.10 fee: This payment is mandatory and irremediable. Make it before the deadline closes and keep the receipt.
- Review the admission resolution: Once published, check the status of your candidacy. If there is exclusion, file an ordinary administrative remedy within the legal deadline.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline to apply for the UCM teaching position 2026?
The deadline is 15 business days counted from 25 August 2026, the date of publication of the call. Business days exclude Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, so the effective deadline is approximately mid-September 2026. The application must be submitted electronically at the UCM electronic office.
What happens if I don't pay the €31.10 fee when applying for the UCM position?
Failure to pay the €31.10 in examination fees is grounds for irremediable exclusion. This means it cannot be corrected or remedied once the deadline has passed: the candidate is automatically excluded from the process, with no possibility of appeal on this ground.
What requirements do I need to apply for the UCM competitive examination reserved for I3/R3?
Two cumulative conditions are required: (1) being a doctoral researcher who has passed the I3 programme or who holds the R3 certificate, and (2) being accredited for the university teaching staff body to which you are applying. Meeting only one of the two requirements is not sufficient to participate.
How is the competitive examination for access to the UCM teaching position evaluated?
The evaluation committee, which must be established within a maximum of three months from the publication of the call (25 August 2026), will assess the curriculum vitae and teaching project of candidates according to the public scale established by the UCM. The process is governed by TREBEP and the internal regulations of the university.
What remedies do I have if I am excluded from the UCM selection process?
Against admission resolutions, candidates can file the ordinary administrative remedies provided for in the regulations. The call is governed by TREBEP and the internal regulations of the UCM, which establish the channels and deadlines for these remedies.
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-2026-18133