Veterans Employment Preference (State Hiring)
5 or 10 point credits added to examination scores for state government employment.
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Apply directly through the official Georgia agency.
About this benefit
Eligibility
5 points for qualifying war veterans with honorable discharge. 10 points for veterans with a VA disability rating of 10% or more, veterans over 55 receiving VA pension/compensation, spouses of disabled veterans whose disability prevents state employment, and un-remarried surviving spouses.
Covers
Point credits added to examination scores for state government employment.
How to apply
Indicate veteran status on state employment application; provide DD-214 and VA Benefit Summary Letter.
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Last checked 2026-05-04 against veterans.georgia.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Georgia state agency before applying.
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