The Ministry of Justice and Public Security (MJSP) officially announced on Friday, April 25, 2025, that the Centro Brasileiro de Pesquisa em Avaliação e Seleção e de Promoção de Eventos (Cebraspe) will organize the upcoming public tender for the Federal Police (PF). This announcement came through a publication in the Diário Oficial da União, confirming a contract signed with Cebraspe on April 24, 2025.
The selection process aims to fill a total of 192 administrative positions within the PF, a significant opportunity for job seekers in Brazil. The positions available include a mix of mid-level and higher-level roles, as authorized by the Ministry of Management and Innovation in Public Services (MGI) in December 2024.
The specific positions being offered are as follows: 100 vacancies for Administrative Agents (mid-level), 13 for Social Workers (higher level), 9 for Accountants (higher level), 3 for Nurses (higher level), 35 for Clinical Doctors (higher level), 6 for Psychologists (higher level), 2 for Pharmacists (higher level), 1 for Nutritionists (higher level), 4 for Statisticians (higher level), 6 for Administrators (higher level), 3 for Social Communication Technicians (higher level), and 10 for Educational Affairs Technicians (higher level).
According to the MGI, the deadline for the publication of the call for applications is set for June 6, 2025. Following the publication, there will be a minimum interval of two months before the first exam is conducted. This timeline indicates that candidates should prepare for a competitive selection process, as the demand for positions is expected to be high.
In addition to these 192 administrative roles, the Federal Police also announced in February 2025 a new public tender for 1,000 federal police officer positions. These positions include 120 for Delegates, 69 for Criminal Experts, 630 for Agents, 160 for Scribes, and 21 for Fingerprint Experts. The ordinance authorizing this contest stipulates that the call for applications must be published by August 13, 2025.
The last PF tender, held in 2021, was notable for offering 1,500 positions across various police roles, with salaries reaching up to R$ 23,600. This previous competition saw a massive turnout, with over 321,000 candidates registered, showcasing the high interest in careers within the Federal Police.
As for the upcoming administrative tender, the expected salaries are competitive. Positions at the secondary level, such as the Administrative Agent, are projected to offer initial salaries around R$ 6,173.31, while higher-level roles may see salaries ranging from R$ 7,296.69 to R$ 9,547.40, depending on the specific role. These figures include a food allowance of R$ 1,000 and are based on a standard 40-hour work week.
The competition is anticipated to be fierce, with estimates suggesting around 300,000 candidates may apply for the 192 available positions. Cebraspe, known for its rigorous selection processes, will manage all aspects of the tender, from the release of the edital to the final stages of candidate selection.
Candidates should be aware that the selection process will consist of several stages. The first stage will be an Objective Test, which will include 120 questions—50 from General Knowledge and 70 from Specific Knowledge. This will be followed by a Discursive Test, which will vary for mid-level and higher-level candidates. Additionally, candidates with disabilities will undergo a Biopsychosocial Evaluation, while candidates identifying as Black will participate in a Heteroidentification Evaluation.
Registration fees for the administrative positions are set at R$ 90 for mid-level roles and R$ 110 for higher-level roles. The PF has advised potential candidates to remain vigilant against fraudulent websites and scams, emphasizing that all official information regarding the tender will be published exclusively on Cebraspe's official website.
As the date for the release of the edital approaches, prospective applicants are encouraged to stay informed through official channels. The announcement of Cebraspe as the organizing bank marks a significant step forward in the PF's recruitment efforts and offers a promising opportunity for those looking to join the ranks of Brazil's Federal Police.
In summary, the announcement regarding the upcoming public tender for the Federal Police marks an important development in Brazil's public service job market. With a clear timeline for application and examination, candidates now have the opportunity to prepare for what promises to be a competitive selection process.
