Key data
| Regulation | Agreement of September 29, 2026, from the Senate Board, by which training scholarships in archival, documentary and library science are announced for the year 2027 |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | October 7, 2026 |
| Entry into force | January 1, 2027 |
| Number of positions | 10 scholarships (2 reserved for persons with disability ≥ 33%) |
| Monthly allocation | €1,300 gross in 12 payments |
| Duration | January – December 2027 (12 months) |
| Application deadline | Until October 29, 2026 (via electronic means) |
| Convening body | Senate Board — Documentation Department |
| Category | Education / Practical training |
| Official source | BOE-A-2026-20883 |
The Senate puts on the table 10 paid practical training positions for the year 2027 in its Documentation Department. The allocation is €1,300 gross monthly in 12 payments, which amounts to a total of €15,600 gross per scholarship throughout the year. The call, approved by the Senate Board on September 29, 2026 and published in the BOE on October 7, leaves a very tight margin for submitting applications: the deadline ends on October 29, 2026.
This is not a job or a civil service position: the call itself clarifies that the scholarships do not generate a labor or civil service relationship with the Senate. However, they do include enrollment in the General Social Security System for common and occupational contingencies, which provides health coverage and protection against accidents during the training period.
What does this regulation establish?
The call regulates all aspects of the scholarships: number of positions, access requirements, economic allocation, Social Security coverage, incompatibilities and application procedure. The key points are:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number of scholarships | 10 in total, of which 2 are reserved for persons with disability equal to or greater than 33% |
| Allocation | €1,300 gross/month paid in 12 installments |
| Duration | January to December 2027 (12 complete months) |
| Place of development | Senate Documentation Department |
| Social Security | Enrollment in General System for common and occupational contingencies. Excluded: unemployment, FOGASA and Vocational Training |
| Labor relationship | Does not generate labor or civil service relationship with the Senate |
| Application submission | Exclusively electronic. Deadline until October 29, 2026 |
Regarding the access requirements, the call establishes two valid qualification routes:
- Degree or Diploma in Information and Documentation.
- University master's degree with at least 200 hours or 8 ECTS in subjects related to archival science, documentation or library science.
Additionally, candidates must have been born after January 1, 1999. This age limit excludes those over 27 years old at the time the scholarship begins.
Economic and operational impact
For the scholarship recipient, the remuneration of €1,300 gross monthly is equivalent to approximately €15,600 gross annually. Deducting employee contributions to the General System (common and occupational contingencies), the estimated net remuneration is around €1,100–€1,150 monthly, depending on the beneficiary's personal situation.
It is important to note that the contribution does not include unemployment, FOGASA or Vocational Training, which means that the scholarship period does not generate the right to unemployment benefits upon completion. This is a differential element compared to an ordinary labor contract that candidates should consider.
The scholarships are incompatible with:
- Any paid employment (self-employed or employed).
- Other scholarships or training aid.
- Unemployment benefits.
Who does it affect?
This call directly affects:
- Graduates with Degree or Diploma in Information and Documentation born after January 1, 1999.
- Graduates with university master's degree that certifies at least 200 hours or 8 ECTS in archival science, documentation or library science, with the same age limit.
- Persons with disability equal to or greater than 33% who meet the previous requirements (2 reserved positions).
- Faculties and university schools of Information and Documentation, whose recent students are the natural profile for this call.
- Career advisors and counselors who work with young graduates in humanities and documentation sciences.
Practical example
Suppose a person graduated in Information and Documentation in June 2025, born in March 2001, applies for one of these scholarships before October 29, 2026 through electronic submission.
If selected, from January 1, 2027 they will receive €1,300 gross per month for 12 months, working in the Senate's Documentation Department. After one year they will have received €15,600 gross as a scholarship, will have contributed to the General System for common and occupational contingencies, and will have accumulated 12 months of practical experience in parliamentary archival science and documentation. However, since they do not contribute to unemployment insurance, upon completion of the scholarship in December 2027 they will not be entitled to unemployment benefits derived from this period.
If they also have a recognized disability of 35%, they would apply for the reserved quota of the 2 specific positions, which statistically improves their chances of access.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify qualification and age requirements before any other step: Degree/Diploma in Information and Documentation, or master's with ≥ 200 hours / 8 ECTS in related subjects, and born after January 1, 1999.
- Prepare supporting documentation: university degree, academic transcript and, if applicable, certificate of disability equal to or greater than 33%.
- Submit the application electronically before October 29, 2026. Paper applications and applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
- Verify incompatibility with active employment, other scholarships or unemployment benefits. If receiving any of these, it is necessary to renounce it before accepting the scholarship.
- Consult the full text of the call in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-20883) to learn about the selection procedure, evaluation criteria and order of preference in case of a tie.
Frequently asked questions
How much is paid with the 2027 Senate scholarship in archival science?
The allocation is €1,300 gross monthly, paid in 12 installments throughout 2027 (January–December). This amounts to a total of €15,600 gross annually. The estimated net remuneration, after employee contributions to the General System, is around €1,100–€1,150 monthly depending on the beneficiary's personal situation.
What is the deadline to apply for the 2027 Senate scholarship?
The application deadline ends on October 29, 2026. Submission is exclusively electronic; paper applications are not accepted. It is recommended not to wait until the last day to avoid technical problems with the platform.
What qualification is needed to apply for these scholarships?
Degree or Diploma in Information and Documentation is required, or a university master's degree that includes at least 200 hours or 8 ECTS in subjects related to archival science, documentation or library science. Additionally, the candidate must have been born after January 1, 1999.
Does the Senate scholarship give the right to unemployment benefits when it ends?
No. Although the scholarship includes enrollment in the General Social Security System for common and occupational contingencies, the contribution expressly excludes unemployment, FOGASA and Vocational Training. Therefore, upon completion of the scholarship in December 2027, no right to unemployment benefits derived from this period is generated.
How many positions are reserved for persons with disability?
Of the 10 scholarships announced, 2 positions are reserved for persons with a degree of disability equal to or greater than 33%, provided they meet the other qualification and age requirements established in the call.
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source (BOE-A-2026-20883)
Notice: This article is purely informational in nature 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-2026-20883
