Open competitions for permanent staff:

Once a reserve list is established, the EU institutions manage their own recruitment based on their staffing needs.

When vacancies arise, the institutions:

• consult the reserve list to identify candidates whose profiles best match the job requirements; 
• invite shortlisted candidates for an interview (candidates may be contacted by more than one institution); 
• make job offers to successful candidates. 

In some cases, vacancies may also be published directly in the candidate account. Candidates on the relevant reserve list can then apply through their account.

Being placed on a reserve list does not guarantee recruitment.
 

Contract staff selection procedures:

Candidates who successfully pass the EPSO tests may be invited for an interview by the recruiting institution.

Successful candidates may then be offered a contract staff position.

Please note that:

• the recruitment process may vary slightly between institutions depending on their needs; 
• each institution is responsible for conducting interviews and making final recruitment decisions.