Civil Service Exam Overview for Practical Paths and Key Roles

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Many people are considering a stable, well-paid civil service career. With a growing focus on professional futures, the appeal of government roles remains strong. While there are many paths, the most accessible routes often hinge on straightforward qualifications and well-defined exam formats. Experts note that some processes can be faster than expected, depending on the specific position and competition level. In some cases, what might take two years to enter can be shortened to about one year with the right preparation and available openings.

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State Administrative Assistant

The primary requirement is a completed secondary education. The competition typically presents around 28 subjects for review. The assessment includes a theoretical section and a psychotechnical evaluation consisting of about 60 questions, followed by an office knowledge test with 50 questions.

Judicial Assistant

A completed secondary education certificate is also sufficient for eligibility. The examination covers roughly 26 topics with 100 multiple-choice questions, plus two practical cases containing 40 questions in total.

Guard

ESO (or equivalent) qualification is required. The selection process is usually conducted through a combination of competition and opposition elements, with a single mandatory exercise addressing approximately 15 to 25 topics.

Nurse Assistant

A technical diploma in auxiliary nursing care or related intermediate vocational training is mandatory. The exam generally includes a multiple-choice component comprising 30 to 60 questions on the subject matter.

Subaltern and I Orderly

Any candidate with an ESO qualification can participate in the process, which typically features a multiple-choice test, a general knowledge examination, and a practical case. The curriculum usually covers 10 to 20 subjects.

Post Office Staff

The examination focuses on a compact set of topics, usually a 12-question multiple-choice assessment, with a concise curriculum limited to 12 subjects. Eligibility is open to individuals with ESO qualifications.

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Spanish Army

Applicants typically ages 18 to 29, with height requirements around 1.55 meters for women and 1.60 meters for men, are eligible to attempt the examination. The test includes psychotechnical evaluations that explore multiple cognitive and physical dimensions.

Civil Guard

The entry process generally requires ESO completion and includes psychotechnical and psychophysical tests, followed by about 1,060 hours of training and a 40-week internship.

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National Police

A high school diploma and a minimum height of about 1.65 meters for men and 1.60 meters for women are required. The process includes physical testing, a theoretical exam covering around 40 topics, psychotechnical testing, a personal interview, and a medical examination.

Regional Police

Applicants typically hold a high school diploma and meet height requirements that vary by municipality. The selection includes a theoretical exam, psychotechnical tests, physical capacity assessments, and a medical examination.

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