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France sets 103 positions for exceptional grade prison counselor exam in 2027

France's Ministry of Justice has announced that 103 positions will be available through a professional examination for the exceptional grade of prison counselor for insertion and probation for the year 2027. The decree, signed on October 26, 2026, and published on October 30, 2026, details the number of available posts. This decision follows previous decrees concerning the status and organization of this examination.

What does it mean?

The French Ministry of Justice is opening up 103 special jobs for prison counselors who work to help people reintegrate into society. This is for a higher-level position, and people can apply through a special exam in 2027. The number of these jobs was officially set on October 26, 2026.

Who is affected?

Individuals seeking to advance to the exceptional grade of prison counselor for insertion and probation.

What changes?

Not applicable. This decree sets the number of positions for an upcoming examination.