New Members

myMPERS Secure Member Access

Members can access their retirement eligibility date, estimate a benefit, view annual benefit statements, register for Pre-Retirement Seminars, complete forms, and much more!

Register for a myMPERS account →

What Plan Am I In?

MPERS offers three retirement plans. Your hire date determines which plan you’re in:

• Closed Plan – Hired before July 1, 2000
• Year 2000 Plan – Hired between July 1, 2000 and December 31, 2010
• 2011 Tier – Hired on or after January 1, 2011

Each plan has unique eligibility rules, benefit formulas, and retirement options.

Learn more about your plan →

Benefit Formula

Your retirement benefit is calculated using:

• Your highest 36 consecutive months of pay
• Your years and months of creditable service
• A multiplier set by law

This formula ensures your benefit reflects your earnings and service.

Explore the Benefit Formula →

Retirement Eligibility

Eligibility depends on:

• Your retirement plan
• Your age
• Your years of credited service

Learn more about eligibility →

Retirement Terms 101

Not sure what “vesting” or “final average pay” means? Our glossary and video explain key retirement terms in simple language.

View Retirement Terms 101 →

Life Events & Your Benefits

• Divorce – Understand the Division of Benefits Order (DBO) process
  Learn more →
• Leaving Employment – Explore deferred benefits or refunds
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• Death of a Member – Support for survivors and beneficiaries
  Learn more →
• Updating Your Info – Keep your contact details current
  Update your information →

Resources & Education

• Seminars & Webinars – Educational sessions for active and retired members
  View upcoming sessions →
• Forms & Publications – Handbooks, guides, and forms
  Browse forms and publications →
• Make an Appointment – One-on-one help from a benefit counselor
  Schedule an appointment →