Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference
10-point addition to competitive exam scores for veterans, plus guaranteed interview for SC-disabled.
State BenefitNevadaEmployment
Verified May 12, 2026 against veterans.nv.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Employment — Nevada
- Who it's for
- Veterans, National Guard, Spouses, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Nevada
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference?
Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference is a Nevada employment benefit for veterans, national guard, spouses, survivors. 10-point addition to competitive exam scores for veterans, plus guaranteed interview for SC-disabled.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- National Guard
- Spouses
- Survivors
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Nevada residency
What Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference covers
Overview
Eligibility and points (categories not combinable; applies to open competitive examinations):
- 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: Nevada-resident SC-disabled veterans who meet minimum qualifications.
- At least 22% of qualified applicants interviewed for any state position must be qualified veterans without a service-connected disability.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- veterans.nv.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference
Who qualifies for Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference?
Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference is for Veterans, National Guard, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; nevada residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference?
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 Nevada State Veteran Hiring Preference?
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.