Retiree Publications

Here you will find a variety of publications that can assist you throughout your retirement. If you are unable to view or print PDFs, you may need to download a free copy of Adobe Reader. To request that a publication be mailed to you, call our Hotline at (800) 782-0289.

Access your personal NYSTRS benefit information at your convenience with a MyNYSTRS account. You may also print System forms.

The Path to Retirement: Understanding
the Retirement Process
A guide for new NYSTRS retirees that explains how the System processes retirement applications. (last published Fall 2008) (new window)

Retired Members' Handbook
A comprehensive resource for retirees. (last published 1/03; updated online 11/09)

Discovering Retirement
A guide to the opportunities and challenges that new retirees face. (last published Spring 2004; updated online 8/09)

Working in Retirement
A look at earnings limits and their effect on your NYSTRS retirement benefit. (published Fall 2005; updated online 1/09) (new window)

General Income Tax Information
A fact sheet of taxes as they apply to loans, annuity savings funds, and death benefits. Common withholding questions as they relate to your retirement benefit are also addressed. (PDF; updated online 10/07)

Resource Newsletters (PDF)

Summer 2009
Winter 2008/2009
Fall 2008
Spring 2008
Fall 2007
Summer 2007

To request an audio version of Resource, please contact us at (800) 356-3128, Ext. 4785 or convdel@nystrs.state.ny.us.