Nationally, 26,806 candidates are competing for these positions, of which 8,696 are women (33.44%). In the Canary Islands, the number of candidates is divided with 427 in Las Palmas (134 women and 293 men) and 266 in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (77 women and 189 men).
The requirements to apply for these positions include being between 18 and 40 years old, having Spanish nationality, no criminal record, and possessing at least a secondary education title. A total of 9,194 national candidates hold university or vocational training qualifications.
The selection process involves several stages: a test of general theoretical knowledge, languages, spelling, grammar, and psychometric tests; physical tests; a personal interview; and a medical examination. The exams are being held this Saturday in 20 venues across twelve autonomous communities.
Candidates who pass all stages will join the Academy of Sergeants and Guards of Baeza (Jaén) or the "Duque de Ahumada" College of Young Guards in Valdemoro (Madrid) for professional training and an academic year including 40 weeks of practical experience.
