Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of June 15, 2026, from the CNMC, establishing the regulatory bases for the granting of aid for training, information and dissemination activities |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | June 23, 2026 |
| Entry into force | June 23, 2026 |
| Monthly allocation | €1,240 gross/month |
| Admitted qualifications | Law, Economics, Engineering and Journalism |
| Social Security Scheme | General Scheme |
| Category | Aid and Subsidies |
| Year | 2026 |
| Source URL | BOE-A-2026-13640 |
The National Commission for Markets and Competition (CNMC) has approved the regulatory bases that will govern its future theoretical-practical training scholarship calls, published in the BOE of June 23, 2026. These bases set the conditions of access, the financial allocation and the selection procedure that will be applied in each specific call that the organization launches from now on.
The established remuneration is €1,240 gross monthly, with registration in the General Social Security Scheme, which makes these scholarships an opportunity for paid training with complete social coverage for junior profiles specialized in market regulation.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution approves the regulatory bases —not a specific call— that will serve as a framework for all future CNMC training scholarships. This means that specific positions, application deadlines and the number of available scholarships will be published in separate calls in the BOE and in the National Subsidies Database (BDNS), always subject to the organization's budget availability.
The access conditions and requirements set by these bases are as follows:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Required qualification | University graduate in Law, Economics, Engineering or Journalism |
| Age of studies | Have completed the degree in the last 5 years |
| English level | Accreditation of English level (level not specified in the bases) |
| Spanish proficiency | B2 level for non-native speakers |
| Previous CNMC scholarship | Not having previously enjoyed a CNMC scholarship |
| Previous withdrawals | Not having withdrawn from a CNMC scholarship in the last two calls |
| Monthly allocation | €1,240 gross/month |
| Social Security | Registration in the General Scheme |
| Selection procedure | Competitive tendering in accordance with the General Subsidies Law |
Economic and operational impact
For the scholarship holder, the remuneration of €1,240 gross monthly with registration in the General Social Security Scheme represents a significant difference compared to scholarships without contributions: the scholarship holder accumulates contribution time, accesses unemployment benefits at the end and generates rights for retirement.
For the CNMC, the granting is subject to budget availability, which means that the number of positions may vary between calls. The selection procedure under competitive tendering —regulated by the General Subsidies Law— ensures that the award is made using objective and comparative criteria among candidates.
From an operational perspective, companies and law firms that train their teams in market regulation should note that these scholarship holders will acquire direct experience at the CNMC, making them especially valuable candidates for regulated sectors (energy, telecommunications, transport, media).
Who does it affect?
- Law graduates interested in competition law, sectoral regulation and administrative procedures before the CNMC.
- Economics graduates with interest in market analysis, competition and economic regulation.
- Engineering graduates oriented towards regulated sectors such as energy, telecommunications or transport.
- Journalism graduates specialized in dissemination and communication of regulatory and competition matters.
- Law firms and consulting firms seeking profiles with practical training in market regulation to incorporate after the scholarship.
- Companies in regulated sectors (energy, telecommunications, transport, distribution) that need profiles with direct knowledge of how the CNMC operates.
Practical example
An Economics graduate who completed her degree in June 2023 meets the 5-year requirement. She accredits B2 English level through an official certificate and has not previously enjoyed any CNMC scholarship. When the next call is published in the BOE, she will be able to submit her candidacy in competitive tendering with other applicants.
If selected, she will receive €1,240 gross monthly and will be registered in the General Social Security Scheme for the entire duration of the scholarship. This means that at the end, she will have contributed the corresponding time and can access unemployment benefits if she meets the minimum required contribution period.
If instead she had withdrawn from a CNMC scholarship in any of the last two calls, she would be automatically excluded from participating in the new call.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify compliance with requirements: Check that the qualification (Law, Economics, Engineering or Journalism) and the date of completion of the degree (last 5 years) meet the conditions established in the bases.
- Accredit English level: Obtain or locate the required official English certificate before the call is published, so as not to lose time when the application period opens.
- Activate alerts in the BOE and BDNS: Specific calls will be published in the BOE and in the National Subsidies Database. Set up alerts to not miss the application deadline.
- Review CNMC scholarship history: Confirm that you have not previously enjoyed a CNMC scholarship and that you have not withdrawn from any in the last two calls, as both circumstances prevent participation.
- Prepare competitive documentation: Since this is a competitive tendering process, selection is based on comparative criteria. Prepare in advance your academic record, merits and relevant experience in market regulation.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the CNMC 2026 scholarship pay?
The allocation established in the regulatory bases is €1,240 gross monthly. Additionally, the scholarship holder is included in the General Social Security Scheme for the entire duration of the scholarship, which means complete social coverage and accumulation of contribution time.
What qualifications can apply for the CNMC scholarship?
The regulatory bases admit candidates who are university graduates in four qualifications: Law, Economics, Engineering and Journalism. Additionally, studies must have been completed in the last 5 years and accreditation of English and Spanish proficiency (B2 level for non-native speakers) is required.
When will the CNMC scholarship call be published?
The regulatory bases approved on June 23, 2026 are the general framework. Specific calls —with positions, deadlines and evaluation criteria— will be published in the BOE and in the National Subsidies Database (BDNS) at later dates, subject to the CNMC's budget availability.
Can I apply for the CNMC scholarship if I already had one before?
No. The regulatory bases expressly exclude those who have previously enjoyed a CNMC scholarship. Those who have withdrawn from a CNMC scholarship in any of the last two calls also cannot participate.
How are CNMC scholarship holders selected?
Selection is carried out under competitive tendering, in accordance with the General Subsidies Law. This means that candidates compete with each other and the award is made using objective and comparative criteria. The specific evaluation criteria will be detailed in each specific call.
Official source
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Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-13640