The National Award for Literature in the Poetry Category () has been presented annually by the Ministry of Culture of Spain since 1977. It recognizes the best work of poetry by a Spanish author, in any of the Spanish languages. Works are nominated by a jury of experts, and must be first editions published in Spain in the prior year. It includes a monetary prize of €20,000. Its antecedent was the National Literature Contest in the Poetry Category (), part of national contests established by Royal Order of the Ministry of Public Instruction and Fine Arts of 27 September 1922. It was given from 1924 to 1973. List of winners 1st era: National Literature Contest in the Poetry Category 2nd era: National Award for Literature in the Poetry Category References External links 1922 establishments in Spain 1973 disestablishments in Spain 1977 establishments in Spain Awards disestablished in 1973 Awards established in 1922 Awards established in 1977 Poetry awards Spanish literary awards