49-12-701 Early retirement incentive -- Eligibility -- Calculation of benefit -- Payment of costs. At a minimum, the number of years of service credit you purchase must be enough to allow you to retire without an early age reduction.In recognition of meeting professional standards for plan funding and administration as set forth in the Public Pension Standards. You may set your retirement date for the first or the 16th day of the month following your last actual day of employment. Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. The policy provides two mutually exclusive early retirement options for eligible employees: a five-year option or a six-year option. The early retirement age for public employees is 55 years. Servant who is permitted to retire after completing qualifying service of 25 years. View UT System Retired Employee Eligibility for UT Insurance. Follow these simple steps to get ready for retirement.