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Don’t Be Fooled: Watch Out for NYSTRS Imposters

A rule of thumb: If a seminar or consultation comes with a price tag, it’s not from NYSTRS.
Delegate Election Period is Now Open

The election period for the next two-year term for delegates and alternates is now open. Elections must be held between March 1 and June 1, 2025, with results reported to NYSTRS by July 1.
Defined Benefit Pension Spending Helps Local and National Economies

Retiree spending of defined benefit pension benefits generated $1.5 trillion in total economic output in 2022, according to a new study.
Stewardship Report Highlights Responsible Risk Mitigation Strategies

NYSTRS’ 2025 Stewardship Report outlines the Board’s commitment to skillful, prudent management of System assets.

Ready to Retire? File in MyNYSTRS

The easiest way to file your application is online through MyNYSTRS(Opens in a new window). You can save responses as you go and pick up where you left off.

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Watch the recording of our recent NYSTRS Ready to Retire webinar.

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Over a century of providing Retirement Security

NYSTRS News

Don’t Be Fooled: Watch Out for NYSTRS Imposters

Delegate Election Period is Now Open

Defined Benefit Pension Spending Helps Local and National Economies

Stewardship Report Highlights Responsible Risk Mitigation Strategies

Ready to Retire? File in MyNYSTRS

Explore More Retirement Resources

The New York State Teachers' Retirement System (NYSTRS) is one of the 10 largest public pension funds in the nation and among the best-funded teacher systems.