State Employment Preference (Civil Service)
5-point credit on passing civil service exam score for veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans.
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About this benefit
Overview
Eligibility (5 points): Other-than-dishonorable discharge with 30+ days active duty (other than training), or National Guard/Reserve retiree with 20+ years.
Eligibility (10 points): War veteran with campaign ribbon/expeditionary medal, Honorable or General discharge, AND VA service-connected disability rating.
Legal Basis
RI General Law 36-4-19.
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Last checked 2026-05-06 against vets.ri.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Rhode Island state agency before applying.
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