Italy has opened a large national recruitment process to hire 1,340 graduates on permanent contracts in its public administration. The selection takes place through RIPAM, the central system Italy uses to recruit staff for government bodies through competitive exams.
This initiative targets ministries and national agencies across the country.
Overall, it aims to modernise public services and strengthen administrative capacity, especially in technical and digital areas.
Although the procedure follows Italian public law rules, candidates with foreign qualifications may also apply under specific conditions.
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Who can apply
First of all, applicants must hold a university degree that matches the professional profile they choose.
The competition includes several profiles, and each profile accepts specific degree levels and fields of study.
| Profile area | Degree level required | Main fields of study |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative roles | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree | Law, Public Administration, Economics, Political Science |
| Economic roles | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree | Economics, Finance, Business, Statistics |
| IT and digital roles | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree | Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering |
| Statistical roles | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree | Statistics, Mathematics, Data Analysis |
| Communication roles | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree | Communication Studies, Media, Humanities |
| High professional expertise (digital) | Master’s degree only | Computer Science, Engineering, STEM fields + experience |
In addition, most roles do not require previous work experience. However, positions classified as high professional expertise require at least two years of relevant professional experience after graduation.
Moreover, candidates must meet general eligibility conditions. These include legal capacity to work, compliance with public integrity rules and suitability for public employment.
Finally, applicants must choose one territorial recruitment area when submitting their application. Each area corresponds to specific regions or administrative districts. Candidates compete only for positions linked to that area.
How the selection process works
First, candidates submit their application through inPA, the official Italian digital portal for public recruitment.
Next, candidates sit a computer-based written exam. The test usually includes multiple-choice questions. These questions assess professional knowledge, analytical skills and role-specific competencies.
Then, the authorities publish a ranking list for each profile and territorial area. Public administrations offer permanent positions following that ranking order.
Recognition of foreign degrees
For international applicants, recognition of foreign qualifications is essential.
Italy requires foreign degrees to be formally recognised as equivalent to Italian academic qualifications. This process is known as degree recognition.
Applicants usually request recognition from the competent Italian authority, often the Ministry of Universities or another designated body. In some cases, candidates may apply for recognition after submitting their application.
However, they must complete the process before final appointment.
Therefore, candidates with non-Italian degrees should start this procedure as early as possible. The process may involve certified translations and academic content evaluation.
Why this recruitment matters
Finally, this competition forms part of a broader effort to renew Italy’s public administration. Many offices face staff shortages due to retirements. At the same time, the government seeks new expertise in digital transformation and data-driven policymaking.
For candidates, the selection offers long-term job security and structured career paths. For international professionals,
it also opens a potential entry point into the Italian public sector.
