State Benefit·Washington D.C.·💼Employment

DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment)

5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans on competitive DC government examination scores.

Verified May 12, 2026againstdchr.dc.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Employment — Washington D.C.
Who it's for: Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Where it applies: Washington D.C.
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment)?

DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment) is a Washington D.C. employment benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. 5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans on competitive DC government examination scores.

Who qualifies

VeteransSpousesSurvivors

Available to any veteran
Washington D.C. residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Washington D.C. agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Veterans who served on active duty during qualifying periods/operations; disabled veterans; certain eligible spouses/survivors. Not available for Legal, Executive, Excepted, or Management Supervisory Service positions.

What DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment) covers

Covers

5 preference points for eligible veterans. 10 points for disabled veterans. 10 points for spouse of a disabled veteran disqualified from federal work due to service-connected disability.

How to apply for DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment)

How to apply

Through DCHR during the application process.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: dchr.dc.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.

Frequently asked questions about DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment)

Who qualifies for DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment)?▾

DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment) is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; washington d.c. residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment)?▾

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 DC Veteran Preference Points (Employment)?▾

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.

Other Washington D.C. Employment

Call for Hire: DC Government Veterans Hiring Program

Non-competitive hiring pathway for DC government positions at Grade 12 and below for eligible veterans.

Priority of Service at American Job Centers

Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority over non-veterans for all services at DC American Job Centers.

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