Can I cash out my KPERS?
You will return as a KPERS 3 member. You can apply to withdraw your contributions any time 31 days after you end employment. If you withdraw, you will give up all Retirement System rights, benefits and service credit. KPERS is required to withhold 20% for federal taxes.
How do I access my KPERS account?
Go to and click Member Account Access.
What is capers in Kansas?
Our Mission: The Kansas Public Employees Retirement System in its fiduciary capacity, exists to deliver retirement, disability and survivor benefits to its members and their beneficiaries.
Is KPERS a government pension?
KPERS is a qualified 401(a) defined benefit pension plan under the Internal Revenue Code.
When can I pull my KPERS?
31 days
You can apply to withdraw anytime 31 days after you end employment. If you withdraw, you will give up all Retirement System rights, benefits and service credit. Employer contributions made on your behalf stay with the Retirement System.
How does KPERS work in Kansas?
KPERS invests the money and pays you interest throughout your career. You also build retirement credits while you work. Both grow in value over time. When you are eligible for retirement, KPERS will pay you a lifetime monthly benefit based on your account balance and your retirement credits.
How do you remove KPERS?
The Withdrawal Process Complete an Application for Withdrawal of Contributions. You can download one from our forms page, get one from your designated agent or call our office at 1-888-275-5737 to receive one by mail. Once we receive your completed application, please allow four weeks for payment.
How do you pull KPERS?
How long does it take to be vested in KPERS?
five years
After five years of service you are guaranteed a retirement benefit, even if you leave employment. This is called “vesting” your benefit. If you leave employment before you’re vested with five years of service, you’ll need to withdraw your account balance.
Can you opt out of KPERS?
Grace Period — Non-vested members have a 30-day grace period between KPERS- covered employment. Note: Julie works for the City of Atchison and is a KPERS 2 member with three years of service.
How do I contact KPERS?
The System also oversees KPERS 457, a voluntary deferred compensation Plan for state and many local employees. Membership totals over 289,000 members. [email protected] Toll-free: 1-888-275-5737 or Topeka: 785-296-6166 Contact Us Contact KPERS FAQ Directions Calculators KPERS 1 KPERS 2 KPERS 3 KP&F Judges Forms & Publications
What is the Kansas Public Employees Retirement system (KPERS)?
The Kansas Public Employees Retirement System in its fiduciary capacity, exists to deliver retirement, disability and survivor benefits to its members and their beneficiaries. KPERS administers three statewide defined-benefit retirement plans for state and local public employees:
What is KPERS 457?
KPERS 457 is the State of Kansas deferred compensation plan. It’s a voluntary savings plan for all state employees and some local employees. With KPERS 457, investing is easy.
What is a 457 plan in Kansas?
KPERS 457 is the State of Kansas deferred compensation plan. It’s a voluntary savings plan for all state employees and some local employees.
