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CEFET RJ Offers 1,048 Slots in Free Technical Courses Starting in 2026. Check How to Enroll, Available Courses, and Participating Units.
The quality technical education continues to be one of the priorities of CEFET RJ, which has just announced the opening of 1,048 free slots for technical courses integrated with high school, with enrollment scheduled for 2026.
With a proposal that combines regular high school with professional technical training, the institution aims to attract students interested in qualifying for the job market while still in school.
The selection process is now open for registration and includes slots for both general competition and various quota modalities, promoting greater educational inclusion.
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Those interested should stay alert to deadlines and follow the guidelines to avoid missing this opportunity for public, free, and recognized education.
Free Technical Courses in Different Areas of Knowledge
To meet the diverse demands of the productive sector, CEFET RJ offers 26 options for technical courses, covering areas such as technology, health, culture, logistics, engineering, among others.
The institution aims to train professionals prepared for the challenges of the future, based on solid and interdisciplinary training.
Among the available courses are:
- Administration
- Food
- Industrial Automation
- Building Construction
- Roads
- Electronics
- Electrotechnics
- Nursing
- Events
- Computer Science
- Automotive Maintenance
- Mechanics
- Meteorology
- Chemistry
- Work Safety
- Telecommunications
- Logistics
- Cultural Production
The training programs were designed to encompass strategic sectors of the economy and areas in constant transformation.
Thus, students graduate with a consistent technical foundation, increasing their chances of entering the job market and accessing higher education.
Units of CEFET RJ with Open Slots for 2026
To facilitate access for students from different parts of the state, CEFET RJ has distributed its slots among seven units. Here is how the 1,048 opportunities are organized:
- Maracanã – 512 slots
- Nova Iguaçu – 160 slots
- Itaguaí – 120 slots
- Maria da Graça – 120 slots
- Valença – 60 slots
- Petrópolis – 36 slots
- Nova Friburgo – 40 slots
With this distribution, the selection process caters to both the capital and cities in the interior and metropolitan region, allowing more young people to access public and free technical education without having to travel far from home.
How to Enroll in the Selection Process of CEFET RJ?
To compete for one of the slots in the free technical courses of CEFET RJ, it is necessary to register online by September 10, 2025, through the official website of Instituto Selecon:
The registration fee is R$ 70, but candidates who meet the established criteria can apply for a fee waiver until August 5.
It is essential that interested parties consult the complete announcement and follow all steps correctly to ensure participation.
Stages of the Selection Process and Exam Calendar
The selection will be conducted through an objective test and an essay, scheduled for September 28, 2025. The exam will include questions on:
- Portuguese Language
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences (Biology, Physics, and Chemistry)
- Human Sciences (Geography and History)
- Essay
The official announcement of results is scheduled for December 15, 2025, while classes will begin on February 23, 2026.
Candidate Service and Additional Information
For questions or requests, candidates can contact the Candidate Service (SAC) of Instituto Selecon, which operates Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, at (21) 2323-3180 or via email at faleconosco@selecon.org.br.
In addition, CEFET RJ recommends that all interested parties follow updates and announcements directly on the institution’s Competition Coordination (CCONC) page.
Thus, candidates remain informed about all stages of the selection process and do not risk missing important deadlines.
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