Note: Veterans with a 30%+ service-connected disability may qualify for Subgroup AD preference.
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General Requirements for Veterans' Preference
- Honorable discharge is required.
- At least 24 months of service (or full period of active duty if discharged early for a service‑connected disability).
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For military retirees, additional conditions apply – retirement must be based on:
- a combat-incurred disability,
- less than 20 years of active duty, or
- continuous federal employment since November 30, 1964.
- Must have a compensable service‑connected disability of 30% or more to qualify for Subgroup AD.
For further details, please refer to the official OPM RIF Guidelines.