UNED 2026 Civil Service Exams: Group IV Level B positions for open access

Key data

UNED convenes civil service positions classified as Group IV, Level B through the general open access system, according to the Resolution of 28 April 2026 published in the BOE on 9 May 2026. This is a stable employment opportunity in the university public sector for those who meet the requirements established in the convocation bases.

These positions are part of the university's public employment offer and their coverage is subject to the timelines and phases of the selective process. Unlike internal promotion processes, open access allows any external candidate who meets the required requirements to apply.

What does this regulation establish?

The Resolution of 28 April 2026 regulates the selective process to fill UNED civil service positions in Group IV, Level B. The main elements of the convocation are set out below:

The selective process is structured in phases and timelines established in the convocation bases themselves. Candidates must individually verify that they meet all requirements before submitting their application, as failure to meet any of them may result in exclusion from the process.

Economic and operational impact

For selected candidates, access to these positions means joining UNED's civil service personnel with the economic and working conditions of the applicable collective agreement. This includes remuneration, working hours, holidays and rights inherent to university public sector employment.

From an organizational perspective, UNED meets staffing needs through this competitive process, which involves the allocation of human resources to Group IV, Level B positions. The filling of these positions has a direct impact on the operations of the affected university services.

For applicants, participating in the process involves preparation costs (materials, time, possible registration fees as established by the bases) and the dedication required to pass the selective tests convened.

Who does it affect?

• External candidates seeking stable employment in the university public sector.
• People who meet the qualification requirements for UNED Group IV, Level B.
• Applicants with the required nationality and functional capacity accredited according to the bases.
• Professionals interested in the working conditions of UNED civil service personnel collective agreement.
• Candidates who have already participated in previous UNED convocations and wish to apply for these new positions.

Practical example

A candidate interested in accessing a UNED Group IV, Level B civil service position must follow this process as established in the convocation:

1. Verify the requirements: Check that you meet the required qualification, the required nationality and the functional capacity established in the bases of the Resolution of 28 April 2026.
2. Submit the application: Do so within the deadline established in the bases, providing the required documentation.
3. Prepare for the tests: The tests may be theoretical, practical or a combination of both, so preparation should be adapted to the specific format indicated in the bases.
4. Pass the selective process: Once the tests are passed, the selected candidate will join UNED as civil service personnel under the conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

This process applies to any applicant wishing to apply for these positions through the general open access system, without needing to previously belong to the university's workforce.

What should candidates do now?

1. Download and read the complete bases of the convocation published in the BOE on 9 May 2026 (BOE-A-2026-10076) to learn the exact requirements, deadlines and test format.
2. Verify compliance with the requirements of qualification, nationality and functional capacity before submitting the application, to avoid exclusion from the process.
3. Prepare the necessary documentation to accredit the requirements established in the bases with sufficient notice before the submission deadline.
4. Plan preparation for the tests based on the format indicated in the bases (theoretical, practical or mixed), adjusting study to the syllabus and evaluation criteria established.
5. Submit the application within the deadline set in the bases, following the procedure indicated by UNED for this selective process.

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: BOE Official Gazette