Filing For Retirement
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Complete your retirement application forms and submit them during your retirement consultation.
Action Item
Assemble your retirement application forms and attachments. We will work with you to complete forms as needed.
Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Members
1. Complete your retirement forms.
2. 15-90 days prior to your retirement date, submit your forms to ERS:
| Submit Forms To | How to Submit |
|---|---|
| ERS in person | Call 866-805-0990 to schedule an appointment with ERS |
| ERS by certified mail | ERS 110 State Street Albany, NY 12244-0001 |
Retirement Form
Option Election Forms
Download and complete the option form for your tier.
Payment Options
Attachments
• Voided check to include with direct deposit application
• Proof of your (and your beneficiary's, if applicable) date of birth
Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) Members
1. Complete your retirement form.
2. 15-90 days prior to your retirement date, submit your forms directly to TRS:
| Submit Forms To | How to Submit |
|---|---|
| TRS by certified mail | TRS 10 Corporate Woods Drive Albany, NY 12211-2395 |
Retirement Form
Attachments
• Voided check to include with direct deposit application
• Proof of your (and your beneficiary's, if applicable) date of birth
Optional Retirement Program (ORP) Members
Coordinate directly with your investment provider.
Contact an Expert
Lissa Jasinowski
Retirement Administrator
State Benefit Services
Phone: (716) 645-4488
Email: lmt22@buffalo.edu