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When Can I Go?

How Much Will I Get?

Seminars, Webinars & Planning Resources

When Can I Go? | How Much Will I Get? |
Seminars, Webinars & Things to Consider

What to do and When

2-5 Years

Attend a Navigating Your Path to Retirement seminar or webinar
Download a copy of the KPERS Pre-Retirement Guide - KPERS | KP&F
Find out when you are eligible to retire
Consider making a service purchase if you have eligible service

1 Year

Calculate a benefit estimate in your KPERS account or request one from KPERS
Review the benefit payment options: KPERS 1 | KPERS 2 | KPERS 3 | KP&F | Judges

6 Months

Review the retirement application & begin gathering necessary documents
Consider meeting in-person with a KPERS retirement counselor
At this time, it's good to review your life insurance needs, health insurance options, Social Security benefits, tax withholding requirements and additional retirement income sources

3 Months

Pick your retirement date
Submit your retirement application, must be received at least 30 days before your retirement date

Pre-Retirement Help

In-Person Seminars
Webinars
Working After Retirement
Pre-Retirement Guides KPERS 1 & 2 | KP&F
Benefit Estimate Request Form
Retiree Death Benefit

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