A total of 26,806 people are sitting examinations today, Saturday 11th July, to compete for one of the 3,240 positions offered this year to join the Guardia Civil. The theoretical knowledge and psychometric tests are being held on a single day across 20 venues distributed throughout the country.
Out of the total number of applicants, 8,696 are women, representing 32.44 per cent. In terms of education levels, a total of 9,194 applicants hold a university degree or a vocational training qualification, which highlights 903 individuals with a master’s degree and 9 with a doctorate. The average age among the candidates is 27 years old.
The competitive examination phase is divided into four main tests, covering knowledge both theoretical and psychometric, physical fitness, a personal interview, and a medical examination. For the knowledge test taking place this Saturday, the Guardia Civil has established 20 examination centres located across twelve Autonomous Communities. These venues are distributed in Alicante, Avila, Baeza, Caceres, Cadiz, Gijon, Granada, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Leon, Logrono, Madrid, Malaga, Merida, Murcia, Palma de Mallorca, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Seville, Valencia, Vigo and Zaragoza. Information regarding these locations has been publicised via the official Guardia Civil website.
Prior to this examination phase, a competition merit stage was completed. This stage evaluated the specific merits that each candidate adds to the minimum entry requirements. To participate in these selective tests, candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age, hold Spanish nationality, have no criminal record, and possess at least a secondary education qualification.
The examination being taken this Saturday consists of a series of tests covering general theoretical knowledge, languages, spelling, grammar, and psychometric assessments.
Applicants who secure a high enough score in this knowledge phase will be called forward to complete the physical fitness tests. These consist of a coordination and agility circuit, a endurance test involving a two-kilometre run, a strength test requiring a specific number of press-ups depending on gender, and a 50-metre swimming test.
Those who successfully pass the physical trials will undergo a personal interview to evaluate their psychological suitability for the post, followed finally by a medical examination to assess their overall health and physical aptitude.
The successful candidates who complete the entire competition and examination process will join the Academy of Officers and Guards in Baeza, Jaen, and the “Duque de Ahumada” Young Guards College in Valdemoro, Madrid. They will receive professional training during an academic year, which will conclude with 40 weeks of practical work placements within units of the force. Once this instruction period is successfully completed, they will officially become professional members of the Guardia Civil.
