Public employees who are members of a Massachusetts public retirement system can qualify for a retirement benefit once they meet certain requirements. When considering retirement, there are steps that need to be considered before you apply.Find out what you need to know using our Online Retirement Guide. You may need to fill out a new Direct Deposit sign-up form. Do not close your old account until payments have started coming to your new account. Eligibility: You are eligible to retire at age 55 with 10 years of service. If you have 20 years of service you can retire at any age. Schedules are updated frequently. Check back to see the most recent additions.