When Can You Retire?

KPERS Tier 1 - Correctional

As a Correctional member, you may be eligible to retire at an earlier age than regular KPERS members. To qualify, you must work in a Group A or B position for at least three years immediately before retirement and retire the first day of the month following your last day on the payroll.

Group B generally includes correctional institution employees in certain power plant positions, correctional industries, food service supervision or maintenance operation supervision who have regular contact with inmates.

If your position is not Group A or B, or you left employment before retiring, you are a regular KPERS member. Please see the regular KPERS age and service qualifications.

Group A

Retiring With Full Benefits

• Age 55 if employed in a Group A position for at least three years immediately before retirement
• Any age when your age and years of service credit added together equal 85 (85 points calculator)

Retiring Early

• You can receive reduced benefits beginning at age 50 with 10 years of service. Generally, the earlier you retire, the more your benefits are reduced. You must be employed in a Group A position at least three years immediately before retirement.
• Benefits are reduced by 0.2 percent for each month you are under age 55.

Group B

Retiring With Full Benefits

• Age 60 if employed in a Group B position at least three years immediately before retirement
• Any age when your age and years of service credit added together equal 85 (85 points calculator)

Retiring Early

• You can receive reduced benefits beginning at age 55 with 10 years of service. Generally, the earlier you retire, the more your benefits are reduced. You must be employed in a Group B position at least three years immediately before retirement.
• Benefits are reduced by 0.2 percent for each month you are under age 60.

“85 Points”