If you are still employed, you are eligible to withdraw your MNDCP savings anytime after age 59½. The Plan offers you an opportunity to defer benefit payments until as late as age 72 or as long as you're still working.Your money can potentially continue to grow until you're required to take minimum distributions at age 70½. To initiate a distribution request, complete the Benefit Distribution Request form located in the Forms and Publications section of nysdcp. NYS Pension Taxation Requirements By State. Will Your NYS Pension be Taxed If You Move to Another State? Your first required withdrawal doesn't have to be made until April 1 of the year after you turn 73.