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Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment

5-point preference for all honorably discharged veterans; 10-point preference for disabled veterans on civil service exams.

Verified May 12, 2026againstcivilservice.louisiana.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Employment — Louisiana
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Where it applies
Louisiana
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment?

Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment is a Louisiana employment benefit for veterans. 5-point preference for all honorably discharged veterans; 10-point preference for disabled veterans on civil service exams.

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Louisiana residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Louisiana agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

5-point preference for honorably discharged veterans (no disability requirement). 10-point preference for honorably discharged veterans with a service-connected disability.

What Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment covers

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 for Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment

How to apply

Indicate veteran status and provide DD-214 when applying for Louisiana civil service positions.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: civilservice.louisiana.gov

Apply at: vetaffairs.la.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment

Who qualifies for Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment?▾
Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment is for Veterans; available to any veteran; louisiana residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment?▾
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Veterans Preference in Civil Service Employment?▾
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

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