Veterans Preference in Public Employment
10 preference points for non-disabled veterans, 15 for disabled veterans on public employment hiring.
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Eligibility
Separated under honorable conditions, served 181+ consecutive days on active duty (or discharged for service-connected disability), U.S. citizen or resident alien.
Non-disabled veterans
10 preference points. Disabled veterans (compensable service-connected disability): 15 preference points.
Spouses of deceased or disabled veterans may also receive points.
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Last checked 2026-05-05 against mn.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Minnesota state agency before applying.
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