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Competition Overview May 25, 2026 8 min read

EU Official Career Path: From Passing EPSO AD5 to Senior Roles in EU Institutions

Passing EPSO AD5 is the entry point to a career as a permanent official of the European Union. Here is what the next 5, 10 and 20 years can look like — grades, promotions, and how moves between institutions actually work.

Competition Overview May 12, 2026 7 min read

Concorsi UE 2026: tutte le opportunità EPSO aperte in questo momento

Mappa aggiornata dei concorsi EPSO 2026 aperti per cittadini italiani: AD5 generalisti, AD7 ICT specialistici, AD7 Audit, CAST permanenti. Posti, scadenze, requisiti.

Competition Overview May 12, 2026 8 min read

EPSO AD7 ICT 2026: the 4 fields, the 782 posts, and how to choose before June 10

EPSO/AD/429/26 opens 782 AD7 ICT posts across 4 fields. Deadline 10 June 2026. Field-by-field breakdown, expected profile, and how to decide.

Competition Overview May 12, 2026 8 min read

EPSO AD7 ICT 2026: los 4 campos, las 782 plazas, y cómo elegir antes del 10 de junio

EPSO/AD/429/26 abre 782 plazas ICT AD7 en 4 campos. Deadline 10 junio 2026. Análisis de cada campo, perfil esperado, y cómo decidir.

Competition Overview Apr 29, 2026 6 min read

EPSO AD5 2026: Testing Confirmed for Autumn — What Candidates Need to Know

EPSO has officially confirmed that AD5 2026 testing will begin in autumn 2026. Here's what this means for your preparation timeline and what to do right now.

Competition Overview Apr 27, 2026 6 min read

EPSO AD5 2026 Verbal Reasoning Test: Format, Pass Mark and Scoring Weight

Verbal reasoning is the highest-weighted scored test in EPSO AD5 2026: 35 minutes, 10/20 minimum, 40% of the preliminary ranking and 35% of the final. All facts from EPSO/AD/427/26.

Competition Overview Apr 20, 2026 7 min read

EPSO AD5 2026 Without Work Experience: Why New Graduates Are the Target Candidates

EPSO AD5 2026 (EPSO/AD/427/26) requires no professional experience. What the Notice actually says about eligibility, why AD5 is the entry grade, and why the 1,490-seat reserve list is built for new graduates.

Competition Overview Apr 20, 2026 8 min read

EPSO AD5 2026 Pass Marks: The Exact Minimum Scores You Need on Each Test

The five pass marks for EPSO/AD/427/26 explained section by section — the exact minimum scores, what they mean for elimination, and realistic competitive targets based on the weighted final ranking.

Competition Overview Apr 16, 2026 4 min read

EPSO Language Requirements for AD5 2026: Language 1 and Language 2

What are the official language requirements for EPSO AD5 2026? Understand the Language 1 / Language 2 rules and how they affect your exam.

Competition Overview Apr 11, 2026 5 min read

Does EPSO AD5 2026 Have a Situational Judgement Test? The Official Answer

Many candidates ask about the EPSO Situational Judgement Test (SJT) for AD5 2026. The official answer: EPSO/AD/427/26 does NOT include an SJT. Here is what the competition actually tests.

Competition Overview Apr 11, 2026 6 min read

EPSO AD5 vs AD6: What's the Difference and Which Should You Apply For?

Confused about the difference between EPSO AD5 and AD6 grades? This guide explains what separates the two administrator grades, eligibility criteria, and why AD5 is the main entry point.

Competition Overview Apr 11, 2026 6 min read

EU Civil Servant Salary Grade AD5: What You Earn in 2026

Wondering what an EU civil servant earns at grade AD5? Discover the official salary scale, allowances, and benefits that come with passing EPSO/AD/427/26.

Competition Overview Apr 06, 2026 8 min read

EPSO AD5 2026 Scoring Explained: How Tests Are Weighted and How the Reserve List Is Built

How exactly is your EPSO AD5 2026 score calculated? This guide breaks down the weighting of every test, the minimum thresholds, the two-stage ranking system, and how the reserve list of 1,490 places is determined.

Competition Overview Mar 30, 2026 11 min read

EPSO AD5 2026: The Complete Official Guide to Competition EPSO/AD/427/26

Everything about EPSO/AD/427/26: 1,490 AD5 places, all remote tests, no assessment centre. Based exclusively on the official notice.

Competition Overview Mar 30, 2026 6 min read

EPSO AD5 2026 Eligibility Requirements: Who Can Apply?

Everything you need to know about the eligibility criteria for the EPSO AD5 2026 competition (EPSO/AD/427/26). From nationality and education to language requirements, here is what the official Notice of Competition requires.

Competition Overview Mar 27, 2026 5 min read

EPSO AD5 2026 Exam Timeline: Official Stages and Dates

What are the official stages of the EPSO AD5 2026 selection process? From registration to reserve list — a clear breakdown of each phase.

Competition Overview Mar 25, 2026 5 min read

EPSO AD5 2026: Candidate Numbers by Country — Full Breakdown

Breakdown of 174,922 EPSO AD5 2026 candidates by nationality. Italy leads with 45%. See where your country stands.

Competition Overview Mar 25, 2026 7 min read

What Is the EPSO AD5 Exam? Complete Guide to the Selection Process

The EPSO AD5 Generalist competition is the main recruitment path for EU administrator positions. Full selection process explained.

Competition Overview Mar 25, 2026 5 min read

The EPSO Reserve List: What It Is and How It Works

What is the EPSO reserve list, how long does it last, and what happens after you are on it? Complete guide.

Competition Overview Mar 25, 2026 6 min read

EPSO AD5 2026: 174,922 Candidates for 1,490 Spots

The EPSO AD5 Generalist 2026 competition has attracted 174,922 applicants for 1,490 reserve list places. What the numbers mean for you.