Various educational authorities in Spain have launched a selection process for the brightest students to award the Extraordinary Baccalaureate AwardsThese awards aim to recognize the sacrifice and academic excellence of those young people who have completed their studies with outstanding grades.
To participate in these calls for applications, students must have passed their studies in the regular examination period, regardless of the chosen modality. A fundamental common requirement is that proof of prior learning is required. average rating equal to or higher than 8,75 points during the two-year period of the stage.
Details of the call for applications in Extremadura
In the case of the Extremadura region, the resolution has been published in the Official Gazette of Extremadura (DOE) for the 2025/2026 cycle. Those interested have a deadline that goes from May 26 to June 8 to submit their applications, either physically or through the Rayuela platform.
The selection process in Extremadura is divided into two clear stages. The first consists of a series of exams that will be held on June 18th at the IES Hernández Pacheco de Cácereswhere text commentaries, cultural knowledge, and subjects specific to the student's modality will be evaluated.
Subsequently, the fifteen applicants with the best scores will face a oral test based on a text journalistic or essayistic. In total, up to eight prizes will be awarded, each worth 900 Euros, and the advantage of being able to compete for the National Baccalaureate Award.
The selection model in the Community of Madrid
For its part, the Community of Madrid has established a system with a higher financial endowment, offering 25 prizes of 2.000 euros each one. The deadline to register on the institutional portal is May 27.
The assessment in the capital focuses on a multidisciplinary exam. Students will have to develop topics from Spanish Language and Literature IIas well as content on Philosophy or History of Spain. In addition, it includes a listening comprehension test in the first foreign language and an exercise on the compulsory subject.
Other academic recognitions
Beyond the Baccalaureate, there are other incentive programs for students. In Madrid, for example, the call for applications for the Extraordinary Primary School Awards and awards continue to be given in ESO, Artistic Education and Higher Level Vocational Training.
New this year, for the first time, awards have been included for the Basic and Intermediate Level Vocational TrainingThe goal is for effort and perseverance to be recognized at all levels of the education system, not just the most advanced ones.
These regional initiatives underscore the importance of meritocracy and education, offering a economic and curricular incentive which is reflected in the student's academic record and opens doors to national recognition.