Extraordinary 2026 PAU exams begin in Málaga with more than 2,500 students

The extraordinary session of Spain’s University Entrance Examination, known as the PAU or Selectividad, begins in Málaga on Tuesday, 30 June, with 2,514 registered students.

The exams will take place over three days, ending on Thursday, 2 July, and are aimed both at students who need to complete the compulsory access phase and those sitting specific subjects solely to improve their university admission score.

The number of candidates has increased compared with the previous academic year, when 2,235 students registered. This represents 279 additional candidates, an increase of approximately 12.5%.

More than 1,000 students are sitting exams to improve their grades

Of the total number of candidates registered in the province of Málaga, 1,004 students will sit only the Admission Phase.

This part of the examination allows students to take specific subjects in order to improve their overall score and increase their chances of gaining admission to degree courses with high entry requirements.

The remaining candidates will complete both the Access Phase and the Admission Phase. The Access Phase is compulsory for students coming from the Spanish Baccalaureate system and determines, together with their academic record, whether they meet the requirements for university admission.

The Admission Phase is voluntary and allows students to raise their score to a maximum of 14 points by taking subjects related to the degree they wish to study.

Dates of the extraordinary PAU exams in Málaga

The extraordinary 2026 PAU session will take place on the following dates:

• Tuesday, 30 June.
• Wednesday, 1 July.
• Thursday, 2 July.

Students sitting all subjects have been asked to report to their assigned venue at 7:30 am on Tuesday.

Candidates registered only for the Admission Phase do not need to attend on the first day unless they have an exam scheduled. They should go directly to their assigned venue on the relevant date and at the specified time for each subject.

Students are advised to check their individual timetable, confirm their venue and classroom, and arrive with sufficient time to avoid any problems.

All three venues are located on the Teatinos campus

Unlike the ordinary session, no examinations will be held in other municipalities across the province.

The University of Málaga has set up three examination boards, all located on the Teatinos campus:

• Faculty of Health Sciences.
• Social Studies and Marketing Complex.
• Severo Ochoa Lecture Hall.

Holding all exams on the Málaga campus means that students travelling from other towns in the province will need to make their way to the capital.

Candidates are therefore advised to plan their transport in advance, allow enough time to reach the campus and confirm the exact location of their assigned building.

What documents and materials students should bring

Candidates must bring a valid official identity document and any materials permitted for each examination.

It is also advisable to carry documentation related to registration and to check in advance the specific instructions for subjects that require a calculator, drawing equipment or other materials.

Electronic devices must remain switched off and stored away during the exams. Failure to comply with the rules could affect the examination process or result in the cancellation of the paper.

Students should also carefully check the personal details included on their examination sheets before starting and follow the instructions given by the examination board at all times.

When the extraordinary PAU results will be published

Students will have to wait until Thursday, 9 July, to receive their provisional results.

Grades will be available to view and download from 9:00 am through the platform provided by the University of Málaga.

Candidates will need to use the identification details and personal PIN employed during the registration process.

These results will allow students to calculate their university access or admission score and assess their chances of obtaining a place on their chosen degree course.

Deadline for requesting an exam review

Students who disagree with any of their grades will be able to request a review of their examination papers online.

The application period will remain open:

• From 10 July at 9:00 am.
• Until 14 July at 2:00 pm.

Review requests must be submitted through the University of Málaga’s electronic platform.

Students should bear in mind that, following a review, a grade may remain unchanged, increase or decrease. It is therefore advisable to check the marking criteria carefully before submitting a request.

A second opportunity to gain university admission

The extraordinary session offers another opportunity to students who were unable to sit or pass the ordinary examination, as well as to those aiming to improve their score.

Although fewer university places may remain available after the first allocation rounds, achieving a higher grade can still be important when applying for vacancies, taking part in later admission phases or using the result in future application periods.

Over these three days, more than 2,500 students in Málaga will complete the final stage before beginning the university admission process.

Official dates, procedures and information about the extraordinary session are available from the University of Málaga Admissions Service.