1,400 candidates take exams today for specialized health training slots
A total of 35,503 people from across Spain have been admitted to sit the access tests for Specialized Health Training (FSE), which take place this Saturday, 24 January, nationwide. The exams aim to fill 12,366 offered places across the various specialties.
The call‑up and identification process will begin at 13:30 h (12:30 h in the Canary Islands). One hour later, sealed exam booklets will be opened in the presence of the candidates.
Candidates by Region
- Eastern islands: 691 candidates
- Western islands: 712 candidates
Breakdown by province (number of candidates called):
- Albacete – 812
- Alicante – 1,162
- Badajoz – 702
- Barcelona – 4,121
- Bilbao – 907
- Cáceres – 393
- Cádiz – 622
- Granada – 1,761
- Las Palmas – 691
- León – 273
- Logroño – 252
- Madrid – 6,648
- Málaga – 1,149
- Murcia – 2,097
- Oviedo – 1,897
- Palma de Mallorca – 508
- Pamplona – 541
- Salamanca – 641
- Santander – 348
- Santiago de Compostela – 1,930
- Sevilla – 2,119
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife – 712
- Valencia – 3,012
- Valladolid – 803
- Zaragoza – 1,402
Participation of Non‑Admitted Candidates
The Ministry of Health has issued instructions allowing candidates who appear on the final non‑admitted list—and who have filed or intend to file an administrative appeal—to sit the exam under the same conditions as admitted candidates.
- Candidates must bring the identification document used during registration, together with their DNI or NIE.
- Sufficient exam booklets have been prepared for all called candidates.
- The correction of answers submitted by non‑admitted candidates will only be carried out if their appeal is upheld.
- Appeals must be filed within one month of the publication of the final lists.
“Non‑admitted candidates may participate in the exam without any distinction in access to rooms or facilities; their answers will be evaluated only if the appeal is successful,” the Ministry stated.
What the Test Entails
Format: 200 multiple‑choice questions plus 10 reserve questions.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes.
Restrictions:
- No entry to the exam rooms once sealed booklets are opened.
- Mobile phones and any electronic devices capable of communication or storage must remain turned off from the start of the call‑up until answer sheets are collected.
- Only blue or black ballpoint pens are permitted; pencils, fountain pens, or other instruments invalidate the response.
- Use of medical devices (e.g., hearing aids, glucometers) requires prior authorization from the Directorate General of Professional Regulation.
- Earplugs are allowed; headphones are prohibited.
- Medicine and Nursing candidates receive an additional image booklet; Physics candidates are provided with an authorized calculator.
Identification: Candidates must present the original physical ID (DNI, NIE, or passport) that matches the name on the definitive list. The ID must remain visible on the desk throughout the exam.
Seating: Candidates must verify their assigned exam room and center on the Ministry’s website; changes are not permitted without authorization.
Answer Sheet: Three self‑copying copies (administration, control, candidate) are provided. Candidates must ensure that marks are correctly reproduced on all copies.
- Mark an answer with an “X”.
- To cancel a response, fill the entire box.
- To restore a cancelled answer, circle the box.
Scoring:
- Correct answer: +3 points
- Incorrect answer: ‑1 point
- Unanswered: 0 points
Exam Conduct:
- Candidates must sign the answer sheet upon receipt of the material.
- Leaving the room is prohibited during the first 60 minutes and the last 30 minutes; temporary exits are allowed only with justification, after handing over the exam and identification, and under supervision.
- Time announcements will be made at 60, 30, and 15 minutes before the end.
The exam will proceed across the country today, with strict adherence to the outlined procedures to ensure fairness and integrity.