You can defer into the next tax year: a lump sum cash payment, contributions into a Savings. To retire you must meet two requirements: age and service credit .Your minimum retirement age depends on your retirement formula: 50, 52, or 55 . You can continue to receive your full CalSTRS service retirement benefit, with no earnings limitation, if you take a job outside of CalSTRS-covered employment. Eligibility criteria vary depending on the type of retirement benefit, with factors such as age, years of service, and contributions playing significant roles. This application is for Defined Benefit members who are retiring from service. This publication provides instructions for completing the CalPERS Service. Retirement Election Application and other forms you may need to complete. CalSavers is California's retirement savings program for workers who do not have a way to save for retirement at work. Local government employees covered under public retirement systems that meet certain requirements.