State Benefit·Nevada·💼Employment

Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference

10-point addition to Training & Experience exam scores for veterans, plus guaranteed interview for SC-disabled.

Verified May 12, 2026againstveterans.nv.gov

Who qualifies

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  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Nevada residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Nevada agency.

Open application

Details

Overview

Eligibility and points (categories not combinable; applies only to Training & Experience exams):

- 10 points: Veterans (honorable), disabled veterans, and widows/widowers of veterans killed in line of duty.

- 5 points: Widows/widowers of non-KIA veterans, and Nevada National Guard members.

- Guaranteed interview: SC-disabled veterans who meet minimum qualifications.

- At least 22% of qualified applicants interviewed for any state position must be qualified veterans.

Always confirm current rates and rules with the Nevada state agency before applying.

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