Get Tn Tr-0020 2012-2024

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Cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2023 Eligible retirees and beneficiaries will see the increase in checks beginning January 31, 2023. This is the first time in over 30 years the cap in the formula has determined the maximum COLA benefit (prior to 2016 the cap was 5%).

Call (800) 922-7772 to schedule a Retirement Counseling Session with your RetireReadyTN Plan Advisor. To prepare your benefit estimate, you will be asked to provide your: TCRS Member Number or Social Security Number. Proposed Retirement Date.

Full-time state employees are automatically a member of the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS). However, you must accrue five years of creditable state service before you are vested (guaranteed retirement benefits when age requirements are met).

DEFINED BENEFIT (TCRS) EXPLAINED Benefits are determined by a set formula: Accrual Factor (1%) x AFC (average highest consecutive five year salaries) x Years of Service = Monthly Benefit.

At its September meeting, the Board unanimously voted to approve a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase for eligible retirees and beneficiaries in 2023.

Disability benefits from TCRS are fully taxable until the benefit is converted to a regular retirement benefit at age 60 or death.

Early Retirement Eligibility – – A member becomes eligible for reduced early retirement benefits upon attainment of age 60 and completion of five years of creditable service or the Rule of 80. The Rule of 80 means the attainment of a combination of age and years of creditable service as to equal 80.