Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment
5-point preference for all honorably discharged veterans; 10-point preference for disabled veterans on civil service exams.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
5-point preference for honorably discharged veterans (no disability requirement). 10-point preference for honorably discharged veterans with a service-connected disability.
Covers
Points added to final passing scores on state and city civil service examinations. Applies only to initial hiring, not promotional or probationary appointments.
How to apply
Indicate veteran status and provide DD-214 when applying for Louisiana civil service positions.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-05 against www.civilservice.louisiana.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Louisiana state agency before applying.
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