Veterans Preference in State Employment
5 preference points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans on state civil service exams.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Honorably discharged veterans receive 5 preference points. Disabled veterans receive 10 preference points. Must apply to Delaware state government positions.
Covers
Competitive advantage in state hiring through additional points on merit-based examination scores.
How to apply
Applied during the state employment application process.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-06 against vets.delaware.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Delaware state agency before applying.
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