La first test of the competitive examination to fill 585 administrative positions at the service of the Administration of the Chartered Community of Navarre, included among the competitive exams in NavarreThe exam is already underway and has brought together thousands of applicants at the Public University of Navarre (UPNA) campus. The day has required a significant organizational effort to accommodate all those summoned and ensure the exam runs smoothly.
According to data provided by the Administration, 7.231 people have finally taken the examThis represents approximately 74,5% of the 9.707 applications accepted in the Civil Service resolution published in the Official Gazette of Navarre. This is one of the most numerous competitive examinations in Navarre in terms of places and volume of participants, which has generated high expectation among those aspiring to obtain a permanent place.
A massive and uneventful turnout at UPNA
The test has been held starting at 10:00 a.m. at the UPNA Arrosadia campus in Pamplonadistributing the candidates between the Aulario building and the El Sario building. For the first time in this selection process, Two simultaneous locations have been set up within the university to be able to accommodate all those being examined with sufficient spatial and organizational guarantees.
In total, the regional government has prepared 124 classrooms for this first testOf these, 100 have been located in the Aulario building and 24 in El Sario. This distribution of spaces has allowed for a more comfortable arrangement of candidates, avoiding crowds in the entrances and corridors, something especially relevant in such a large event.
The arrival of opposition members has been accompanied by a specific mobility plan. Officers from the Navarre Regional Police and the Pamplona Municipal Police have been directing traffic around the campus to facilitate access to the facilities. Thanks to this operation, entry to the classrooms has been quite smooth, and the organization has highlighted that The day has proceeded without any notable incidents..
This exam is part of the Public Employment Offer (OPE) for administrative staff of the Administration of the Chartered Community, one of the main routes to public employment in Navarre. great response to registrations āwith nearly 10.000 applicantsā confirms the interest these positions generate, considered a priority objective for those seeking job stability in the public sector.
Two multiple-choice exercises in the first phase
The first test of the opposition has been structured in two multiple-choice exercises, both eliminatorywhich are carried out in a single session. The objective of this phase is to verify both the psychometric skills and the level of knowledge of the legal and administrative syllabus required for the administrative body of the Foral Community.
El first exercise It is a psychometric questionnaire designed to assess the verbal aptitude, numerical ability, spelling, and perceptual ability of the applicants. This test includes one hundred questions and is rated with an overall score of 0 to 30 pointsTo pass this part, each person must achieve at least half of the maximum score set.
This psychometric section includes a variety of exercises: Tables with demographic data from different municipalities in Navarre, numerical series, figures to complete, puzzles and number pyramidsas well as practical calculation problems. Problems on surfaces, areas of geometric figures, and weight comparisons, which require quick thinking and good time management.
The language section tested the participants' vocabulary, with questions about Antonyms and synonyms of infrequent terms such as āexiguoā (meager), āespurioā (spurious), āprolijoā (prolix), or āapĆ³crifoā (apocryphal), and on the meaning of verbs like āhollarā (to trample), ārevocarā (to revoke), or ātransigirā (to compromise). These types of questions aim to test proficiency in Spanish, something essential in positions where the Drafting and understanding administrative documents It's part of the daily work.
El second exercise It focuses on the theoretical content of the program. It is also a multiple-choice exam, with 80 questions about administrative activity and basic regulations of the Administration of Navarre, valued with a maximum of 20 pointsThis section assesses legal knowledge and understanding of institutional functioning, such as processing times, citizens' rights, and the structure of administrative bodies.
Among other content, questions about the duration of the public hearing and information phase in the drafting of regional laws and regulations, the procedures for handling suggestions, complaints and claims, the taking of office to acquire the status of civil servant or the rules that regulate the right of access to public information.
The theoretical questionnaire has not been limited to the regional level. It has also incorporated subjects from Constitutional and European Union Law, with questions on the composition of the Court of Justice of the EU, the term of office of the members of the Constitutional Court, the functions of the King in relation to the sessions of the Council of Ministers or the associations prohibited under Spanish lawAll of this forms a block that requires a systematic and detailed study of the syllabus.
Correction criteria and access to the second test
Both exercises in this first phase have a character strictly eliminatoryIn order to continue in the selection process, applicants must obtain at least half of the maximum score in each of the two exams: that is, a minimum of 15 points in the psychometric test and 10 points in the theoretical block.
The call for applications also establishes a mechanism for additional screening in the open shiftIf the number of people who pass this first phase exceeds the figure of 1.500 applicants in that shiftOnly those who qualify will be able to proceed to the next test 1.500 top ratings, along with all those who tie with the score of the last person ranked in that position.
This limitation stems from the need to adjust the number of participants in the next phase, which requires more material and human resources. Although it may be demanding, the system aims to guarantee a process manageable and with technical guaranteesespecially in an opposition with such a high volume of competition.
La second test will be a practical computer science exerciseThis exam is designed to assess proficiency in office software commonly used in the Administration, such as word processors, spreadsheets, and other internal applications. The exam will be graded on a scale of [number of points]. 50 points and it will also be eliminatory, so it will be key to the final result of the opposition.
The specific date and location of this second phase They will be made public later by the General Directorate of Public ServiceOnce the exercises have been corrected, the answer keys published, and any appeals resolved, participants should stay tuned to official channels for updates on the schedule.
Distribution of the 585 places and participating profiles
The selection process aims to fill 585 administrative positions These positions are classified at level C of the Administration of the Chartered Community of Navarre and its dependent bodies. They are distributed across different areas. access shifts to ensure a balanced distribution and to favor certain groups.
Specifically, 264 positions are allocated to the open competition, open to anyone who meets the general requirements of the call for applications; Another 264 places are reserved for internal promotion, aimed at staff already working in the Administration and aspiring to improve their professional situation; 51 places are reserved for people with disabilities with a degree equal to or greater than 33%; and Six places are reserved for women victims of gender violence., in line with public policies of support and protection for this group.
The volume of entries reflects the strong competition: 9.707 people in the processwith a large majority in the open competition and smaller, though still significant, numbers in the promotion, disability, and gender violence competitions. Finally, slightly more 7.200 applicants have sat in the classroom, a figure that makes this test one of the most crowded in the recent history of the Foral Community for this type of position.
The regional government emphasizes that these positions are essential for the internal functioning of public servicessince the administrative staff are responsible for key tasks such as processing files, managing documentation, registration and archiving, providing in-person and telephone assistance to citizens, and using computer management tools.
Those who successfully complete all phases and secure a position will join various departments and agencies of the Government of Navarre, ranging from social services and education to finance, health, and general administration. These positions are typically valued for their job stability, regulated hours and career opportunities within the public sector.
An intense day for the candidates: impressions after the exam
At the end of the almost three hours of examThe area around the campus has been filled with groups of people discussing the questions, comparing answers, and releasing pent-up tension. As is often the case with these kinds of tests, the feelings have been quite varied, ranging from cautious optimism to the resignation of those who came mainly to "try their luck."
Some applicants with previous experience in other calls for applications indicated that The legislative part has turned out to be more affordable than expectedWhile the psychometric section seemed particularly demanding due to the number of calculations and the need to work very quickly. More than one admitted that they had to discard questions or leave some questions blank so as not to waste too much time.
Other participants, however, admitted to having arrived with more limited preparation, with the aim of Tips for choosing an opposition and to familiarize themselves with the dynamics of this type of competitive exam in preparation for future calls. Among them, it was not uncommon to hear comments such as "I answered what I knew and the rest by intuition" or "I didn't have enough time to review all the material."
La answer sheet This has also been a topic of discussion, as the marking system didn't allow for easy changes to an answer once it was selected. Some people mentioned having to cancel a question because they had entered the wrong box, which added an extra layer of stress to time management.
Despite everything, many of those leaving the classroom did so with a degree of hope, appreciating having arrived at the exam in good condition and with the feeling that their studying had been worthwhile. For those who have spent monthsāor even yearsāpreparing for this competitive exam, Advancing to the second phase has become the major immediate goal.
The first stage of the competitive examination for 585 administrative positions in Navarre paints a clear picture: a massive, carefully organized event held at two UPNA campuses, with a demanding selection system based on psychometric tests, legal knowledge, and an upcoming computer skills test. The allocation of positions combines open competition, internal promotion, and specific reserves. Now, attention is focused on the scores, the cut-off point that will determine who continues in the process, and the upcoming practical exam that will finalize the future of hundreds of aspiring public sector employees.
