Cuerpo Administrativo de la Administración del Estado Practice Test

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1 hour 30 minutes Time Limit
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Exam overview and details

The Cuerpo Administrativo de la Administración del Estado exam is a competitive public service examination for entry into the Spanish General State Administration. This exam rigorously assesses candidates' foundational knowledge and aptitude for performing administrative, procedural, and support functions within central government departments and agencies. It is designed for individuals seeking a stable, respected career in public service, offering a structured path to becoming a civil servant with national-level responsibilities. Successful candidates gain a permanent position as an Administrative Officer, with duties that may include document processing, public information services, administrative procedure management, budget execution support, and archive management. The role serves as the operational backbone of the state administration, ensuring the correct application of laws and regulations in daily governmental functions. Passing this exam provides not only job security and a competitive public sector salary but also the opportunity to contribute directly to the functioning of public institutions and serve the citizenry.

Sample Questions

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III. Derecho administrativo general

Un procedimiento administrativo incluye prueba testifical, informe tecnico y tramite de audiencia antes de la propuesta de resolucion. A que fase pertenece principalmente esa actividad?

III. Derecho administrativo general

Una administracion otorga una ayuda economica competitiva para proyectos culturales que cumplen bases reguladoras. Que forma de actividad administrativa refleja mejor este caso?

V. Gestion financiera

La Intervencion revisa antes de aprobar un gasto si el expediente se ajusta a la normativa y existe credito. Que tipo de control se esta ejerciendo?

IV. Gestion de personal

Un funcionario desea promocionar desde un subgrupo inferior a otro superior cumpliendo titulacion, antiguedad y pruebas selectivas. Que mecanismo describe el caso?

IV. Gestion de personal

Una unidad cubre temporalmente un puesto vacante mediante nombramiento por necesidad urgente hasta que se provea por funcionario de carrera. Que tipo de empleado publico describe el supuesto?

Exam insights and study advice

Mastering this exam's content is not merely an academic exercise; it is direct preparation for the core responsibilities of a state administrator. The knowledge of administrative law, constitutional principles, and government structure tested here forms the essential framework you will use daily to process citizen files, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold the principles of impartiality and legality in public service. Your performance on this exam directly correlates with your readiness to handle official documents, interact with the public, and support the efficient functioning of ministries and state agencies from your first day on the job.

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What this exam covers

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01Administrative Procedure, Public Employment, Budgets, Contracting (Ley 39/2015, EBEP, LCSP)

30%

This specific domain focuses on Administrative Procedure, Public Employment regulations, Budgets, and public Contracting protocols under Ley 39/2015, the EBEP framework, and the LCSP legislation for public sector employees.

02Spanish Constitutional Law and Administrative Organization (Constitución, LRJSP, Statute of the Administration)

30%

This specific domain covers Spanish Constitutional Law and Administrative Organization, including an examination of the Constitución, the LRJSP framework, and the Statute of the Administration to ensure legal compliance.

03Information Technology (Office 365, LOPD/RGPD, e-Government, Cybersecurity)

20%

This specific technical domain addresses Information Technology topics including Office 365 utilization, LOPD and RGPD data protection mandates, e-Government digital service delivery platforms, and cybersecurity practices required in public offices.

04European Union: Institutions, Treaties, Policies

10%

This specific international domain examines the European Union regarding its governing institutions, treaties, and cooperative policy initiatives that impact national administrative procedures and public sector legal frameworks across member states.

05Spanish Language: Spelling, Drafting Administrative Documents

10%

This specific linguistic domain extensively tests Spanish Language proficiency regarding fundamental spelling rules, grammatical correctness, and the formal drafting procedures required for official administrative documents within state administration public offices.

Exam Details Administrativo Admin | 1 hour 30 minutes

Exam Code Administrativo Admin
Vendor Oposiciones Spain
Passing Score 5
Time Limit 1 hour 30 minutes
Exam questions 100
Question Types Multiple choice (100%)
Retake Policy One official call (convocatoria) per year per body; no limit on attempts across years until age limit
Available In
Spanish

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