Do more, faster in Retirement Online
ore than 530,000 members and retirees use Retirement Online — the fastest way to do business with the New York State and Local Retirement System. Sign in today (bit.ly/RO-sign-in); it’s convenient and secure.
For instructions on how to register for Retirement Online or get help with an existing account, read our “Retirement Online Tools and Tips” blog post (nysut.cc/retirement-tips).
Members Can …
- View and update beneficiaries. NYSLRS retirement plans provide death benefits for beneficiaries of eligible members who die before retiring. Retirement Online lets you immediately add, remove or update your beneficiaries.
- Estimate pension benefits. How much will your pension be? In just a few steps, most members can get a retirement benefit estimate based on their latest account information. Enter different dates and compare the results to help you choose the retirement date that’s right for you.
- Apply for retirement. When you’re ready to retire, Retirement Online lets you avoid the hassle of paper forms. Apply for your service retirement, choose your pension payment option, sign up for direct deposit and submit related paperwork online. No need to get anything notarized.
Find out what else NYSLRS members can do in Retirement Online (nysut.cc/retirement-members).
Retirees Can …
- Access 1099-R tax forms. Each year, NYSLRS provides 1099-R tax forms with the information retirees need to file taxes. They’re available in Retirement Online before print copies are mailed. Year 2024 1099-Rs are available now to view, save and print.
- View pension pay stubs. Access pay stubs for your NYSLRS pension benefit payments. Use them to track year-to-date totals and any deductions for health insurance premiums, union dues, tax withholding or disbursements under a domestic relations order.
- Generate pension verification letters. Some organizations request a letter verifying pension income — maybe for housing or as part of an application for the Home Energy Assistance Program. Use Retirement Online to print a letter at any time.
Find out what else NYSLRS retirees can do in Retirement Online (nysut.cc/retirement-retiree).
In every issue, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, administrator of the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS), provides information on the retirement benefits received by many NYSUT SRPs and support staff. If you are a NYSLRS member with a question of general interest, email united@nysut.org.
Retirees Can …
- Access 1099-R tax forms. Each year, NYSLRS provides 1099-R tax forms with the information retirees need to file taxes. They’re available in Retirement Online before print copies are mailed. Year 2024 1099-Rs are available now to view, save and print.
- View pension pay stubs. Access pay stubs for your NYSLRS pension benefit payments. Use them to track year-to-date totals and any deductions for health insurance premiums, union dues, tax withholding or disbursements under a domestic relations order.
- Generate pension verification letters. Some organizations request a letter verifying pension income — maybe for housing or as part of an application for the Home Energy Assistance Program. Use Retirement Online to print a letter at any time.
Find out what else NYSLRS retirees can do in Retirement Online (nysut.cc/retirement-retiree).
In every issue, State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, administrator of the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS), provides information on the retirement benefits received by many NYSUT SRPs and support staff. If you are a NYSLRS member with a question of general interest, email united@nysut.org.