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Veterans Employment Preference (State Government)

Hiring preference for Virginia state government jobs; 10% bonus for disabled veterans, 5% for other veterans.

Verified May 12, 2026againstjobs.virginia.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Employment — Virginia
Who it's for
Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Estimated value
5%-10% scoring boost on qualifying state job exams
Where it applies
Virginia
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Veterans Employment Preference (State Government)?

Veterans Employment Preference (State Government) is a Virginia employment benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. Hiring preference for Virginia state government jobs; 10% bonus for disabled veterans, 5% for other veterans. The listed value is 5%-10% scoring boost on qualifying state job exams.

Who qualifies

VeteransSpousesSurvivors
  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Virginia residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Virginia agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Honorably discharged veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Spouses of disabled veterans. Surviving spouses of veterans who died from service-connected disabilities. Must meet all knowledge, skills, and eligibility requirements for the position.

What Veterans Employment Preference (State Government) covers

Covers

Preference in hiring for Commonwealth of Virginia state government positions. Disabled veterans may receive a 10% addition to qualifying test scores; other veterans may receive 5%.

How to apply for Veterans Employment Preference (State Government)

How to apply

Apply through Virginia state government job portal.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: jobs.virginia.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 Employment Preference (State Government)

Who qualifies for Veterans Employment Preference (State Government)?▾
Veterans Employment Preference (State Government) is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; virginia residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Veterans Employment Preference (State Government) worth?▾
The listed value is 5%-10% scoring boost on qualifying state job exams. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Veterans Employment Preference (State Government)?▾
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 Employment Preference (State Government)?▾
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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