Recruitment competition for 35 assistant prison commander positions

Recruitment Competition: Assistant Prison Commander 2nd Grade

The General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration (DGAPR) has announced a regular recruitment competition for 35 positions of assistant prison commander, 2nd grade. This professional opportunity targets holders of higher education diplomas in private law and forms part of national efforts to modernize Morocco's penitentiary system and strengthen justice administration.

Competition Overview

Organized under code C40828/26, this competition aims to recruit 35 assistant prison commanders, 2nd grade (male and female candidates) for assignment to the Tiflet center or other DGAPR facilities. A quota of 25% of positions is reserved for candidates with family dependent status, former military personnel, veterans, or resistance fighters.

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must meet the following conditions:

• Moroccan nationality
• Enjoyment of civil rights and good moral character
• Age between 21 and 35 years as of January 1, 2026, with possible age limit extension
• Possession of an advanced or specialized higher education diploma, master's or specialized master's degree, or equivalent qualification in required private law specialties
• Physical fitness for prison service duties
• Commitment to serve within the prison administration for at least 8 years from recruitment date

Required Specializations

The competition targets graduates in the following private law specialties:

• Clinical psychopathology
• Cognitive psychology
• Social psychology
• Sociology
• Penitentiary institution: prevention and reintegration
• Rehabilitation of offenders and adolescent development
• Legal and judicial professions
• Legal consultancy
• Criminal policy and procedural justice
• Legal and judicial governance
• Law and judicial practice
• Criminal law and criminological sciences

Application Procedure

Candidates must follow these steps:

1. Online registration through the official DGAPR website: www.dgapr.gov.ma
2. Submission of clear, organized electronic copies of required documents in PDF format
3. Adherence to the application deadline of February 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM

Application Documentation

The application file must include:

Primary Documents:

• Duly signed application form
• Copy of biometric national identity card
• Copy of required diploma with equivalence certificate if applicable
• Medical certificate issued by public or private sector physician

Supplementary Documents:

• Copy of card attesting to resistance fighter, former military, family dependent, or veteran status
• Authorization from current administration for civil servant candidates
• Document proving duration of military or civil service for candidates aged 31-40 years

Important Dates

The DGAPR has established the following schedule:

• Online application deadline: February 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM
• Examination date: March 8, 2026
• Preliminary candidate list publication: Starting February 25, 2026

About DGAPR

The General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration is a national institution under the authority of the Presidency of the Government. It manages penitentiary establishments and supervises social reintegration programs for detainees. The institution contributes to implementing public policies in justice and prison reform.

DGAPR offers diverse professional opportunities in prison administration, security, education, healthcare, and management, with particular emphasis on humanitarian aspects and reintegration. The institution relies on high-level professional competencies to develop its systems and improve services.

Candidate Recommendations

To maximize your chances of success in this competition, we recommend:

• Thorough preparation focusing on private law and prison administration
• Verification of completeness and clarity of all required documents
• Strict adherence to application deadlines and examination dates
• Regular consultation of the DGAPR website for updates
• Preparation for the minimum 8-year professional commitment

This competition represents an exceptional opportunity to engage in a career with strong human and social dimensions, contributing to the development of Morocco's justice and reform systems while building professional expertise in specialized legal administration.