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Service Retirement
Most members will receive a service retirement benefit upon completion of their public service careers. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] The following is a summary of rules for a service retirement benefit, which can vary based on your tier, age, earnings and service credit. Eligibility Tier 1 members may retire at any age with 35 years of service, or at age 55 with five or more years of service. Retirement may also occur at age 55 with less than five years of NYS service, if two y...https://www.nystrs.org/active-members/benefits/service-retirement/
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Report Fraud
Suspect fraud? Let us know. Fraud, waste or abuse hurts the System, its members, retirees, beneficiaries and ultimately the taxpayer. Contact Us 800-348-7298, ext. 2846 [email protected] NYSTRS is committed to ensuring the integrity of the System and the benefits it provides. Our Internal Audit staff independently reviews or audits all aspects of the System, including member and employer records. If you suspect anyone of attempting to defraud the Retirement System or misusing System a...https://www.nystrs.org/contact-us/report-fraud/
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Beware of NYSTRS Imposters
Members often hear from financial planners offering retirement preparation services and claiming to be experts on NYSTRS benefits. Their strategies include ads and videos found online, as well as direct mailings. These marketing tools can be carefully crafted so they appear as if the person is an actual NYSTRS representative. Many even offer a free meal.These people are not representatives of NYSTRS. They may be reputable financial planners, but that does not make them experts on NYSTRS benef...https://www.nystrs.org/contact-us/imposters/
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Power of Attorney FAQs
Refer to our Power of Attorney FAQs for answers to many common questions. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] 1. What is a Power of Attorney?A Power of Attorney (POA) is a powerful document. It allows you to designate someone else, referred to as your “agent,” to act on your behalf with or without your consent. NYSTRS accepts New York State POAs, Out-of-State POAs and the Public Retirement System Special Durable Power of Attorney (Special POA).The Special POA allows an agent to act on...https://www.nystrs.org/library/publications/legal/power-of-attorney-faqs/
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Employer Resources
Educational materials to help employers with their NYSTRS responsibilities. ESA Login Log in to Employer Secure Area Employer Reporting Webinar SeriesThe Employer Training & Outreach team is pleased to share its 2026 webinar schedule. All sessions are held live online and are 30 minutes long. Each webinar provides step-by-step guidance on the reporting process, along with time for questions. Registration links with full webinar descriptions appear below.Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 at 10 a.m. – “Al...https://www.nystrs.org/employers/employer-resources/
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Retirement Board
NYSTRS’ 10-member Board sets policy and oversees System operations. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] About NYSTRS' Board Trustees serve without compensation and are responsible as fiduciaries to protect the long-term value of the System's investment portfolio and provide benefit security for members. They are entrusted to invest funds at the highest possible long-term rate of return consistent with appropriate levels of diversity and risk. This must be accomplished at the lowest po...https://www.nystrs.org/about-us/retirement-board/
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Portfolio
Refer to our current holdings. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] The System's most-recent list of investments and activity are below. This information is updated approximately three weeks after the end of each quarter.Public EquityDomestic Equity HoldingsGlobal Equity HoldingsFixed IncomeDomestic Fixed Income HoldingsGlobal Fixed Income HoldingsPrivate Equity & Private DebtPrivate Equity Activity*Private Equity Commitments and FundingPrivate Debt Activity*Private Debt Commitments an...https://www.nystrs.org/investments/portfolio/
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Trust FAQs
Refer to our Trust FAQs for answers to many common questions regarding trusts and your NYSTRS benefits. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] 1. What is a trust?A trust is a fiduciary relationship in which a trustor gives another party, known as the trustee, the right to hold title to property or assets for the benefit of a third party, such as a beneficiary. The trustee holds, manages, and protects the assets of the trust. A beneficiary is the person(s) or entity that will receive the ...https://www.nystrs.org/library/publications/legal/trust-faqs/
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Ethics and Conduct Standards
NYSTRS strives to model strong ethical values within the pension industry. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] NYSTRS strives to model strong ethical values within the pension industry. Our Board and staff take their fiduciary responsibility seriously and are committed to the highest standards of conduct.To this end, the System has in place several manuals and policies designed to ensure our values-based foundation remains strong, including the Internal Asset Management Code of Profes...https://www.nystrs.org/about-us/ethics-and-conduct-standards/
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Active Members
You are dedicated to educating students and helping them prepare for the future. We are dedicated to educating you about your NYSTRS benefits. The more you know, the better prepared you will be for retirement. Contact Us 800-348-7298, ext. 6250 [email protected] New Members Welcome to NYSTRS! You are a member of one of the top public pension funds in the country. Service Credit & Contributions Your pension is based on four factors: tier of membership; total service credit; age at retirement...https://www.nystrs.org/active-members/