Piauí Public Exams: Over 10,000 Jobs in 2026

The state of Piauí and federal institutions are set to open more than 10,000 public job vacancies in 2026. Opportunities range from state-level positions in the Civil Police, Health, and Education Secretariats to national roles at Caixa Econômica Federal and IBGE.

Some contests have already published edital, while others are scheduled for release in the coming months. The Civil Police exam is set for January 25, 2026, offering 200 immediate vacancies with salaries up to R$ 20,600. The Health Secretariat (Sesapi) offers 500 vacancies with exams in March, while the Education Secretariat (Seduc) plans 2,000 vacancies.

Nationally, Caixa offers 184 vacancies for exams on February 1, and IBGE offers 216 vacancies for March 1. Additionally, the Military Police expects to open 1,000 vacancies, and a unified state contest is planned for eight organs.

The Government of Piauí is preparing a robust schedule of public tenders for 2026. These opportunities cover various sectors, including public safety, health, and education. The exams are organized by different foundations and are expected to attract thousands of candidates.

Police and Safety Forces

The Polícia Civil do Piauí (Civil Police) has already concluded registrations for its contest organized by Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV). The exam is scheduled for January 25, 2026. It offers:

• 200 immediate vacancies: 30 for delegate, 150 for investigator, and 20 for expert.
• 216 vacancies for reserve registration.
• Salaries ranging from R$ 7,200 to R$ 20,600.

Regarding the Polícia Militar (Military Police), Governor Rafael Fonteles announced plans to open 1,000 vacancies in 2026. The authorization decree is expected to be published this month, with the edital released next year. The last contest occurred in 2022, with salaries between R$ 3,400 and R$ 5,300. The Corpo de Bombeiros (Fire Department) is also listed for a contest, though specific details on vacancies and salaries are not yet available.

Health and Education Secretariats

The Secretaria de Saúde do Piauí (Sesapi) opened a contest with 500 immediate vacancies and 500 for reserve registration. Opportunities are available for high school, technical, and higher education levels. Salaries vary from R$ 1,600 to R$ 12,300. Registrations are open until January 15, 2026, via the Fundação Carlos Chagas (FCC), with the objective test set for March 15, 2026.

The Secretaria de Educação do Piauí (Seduc) offers the largest number of vacancies at the state level: 2,000 immediate vacancies and 2,000 for reserve. These roles cover various areas of basic education, with salaries between R$ 2,600 and R$ 5,200. Registrations remain open until January 20, 2026, on the Cebraspe or Seduc websites. The exams (objective and discursive) are scheduled for March 1, 2026.

Beyond state borders, several federal institutions are recruiting personnel specifically in Piauí. These exams target technical and administrative roles within universities and government agencies.

Federal Agencies

The Caixa Econômica Federal has opened a contest with 184 immediate vacancies and a reserve list for six positions. The roles include civil engineers, architects, and occupational physicians. Salaries range from R$ 12,300 to R$ 16,500. The exams are scheduled for February 1, 2026.

The Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística (IBGE) is offering 216 vacancies for research and mapping agents and collection and quality supervisors. The exams will be applied in 14 cities in Piauí on March 1, 2026. Salaries range from R$ 2,600 to R$ 3,300.

Universities

The Universidade Federal do Piauí (UFPI) opened a contest for 12 vacancies for technical-administrative servants. Opportunities are available for higher and secondary education levels, with salaries between R$ 3,000 and R$ 4,500. The exams are scheduled for January 25, 2026.

The Universidade Federal do Delta do Parnaíba (UFDPar) plans to hire 21 effective professors in 13 areas. The edital should be published by the end of 2025. The institution also intends to open a contest for technical-administrative servants but awaits the release of vacancies by the federal government.

The state government is also planning to expand opportunities to other secretariats and implement a new hiring model. These initiatives aim to streamline the recruitment process for various state organs.

Contests are expected for the Secretaria de Assistência Social, Secretaria de Assistência Técnica, and Agência de Defesa Agropecuária (Adapi). While the government confirms these plans, there is currently no information regarding the number of vacancies, salaries, or the organizing board. Proofs are expected to occur in 2026.

Furthermore, Piauí will hold its first unified contest, similar to the federal model. Secretary of Administration Samuel Nascimento stated that eight organs will be included. "The Secretary of Administration, Samuel Nascimento, informed that eight organs will be contemplated." However, details regarding specific vacancies and which organs are included are still pending. The edital is expected to be released in 2026.

2026 represents a significant year for public employment in Piauí. With over 10,000 vacancies announced across state and federal entities, candidates have a wide range of opportunities in security, health, education, and administration. Interested parties should monitor the specific deadlines for registrations and exams for each entity, as dates vary between January and March 2026.