April 18, 2026
Planning for retirement? Start here
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If you intend to retire July 1 or want to start planning for your retirement, a range of resources is available to support every stage of the retirement journey.
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Join a Preparing for Retirement Help Desk or General Benefits Office Hours via Zoom to ask your benefits and retirement questions in real-time
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Initiate the Retirement Process in UCRAYS as early as 90 days prior to your effective date of Retirement
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Create your Personal Retirement Profile (PRP) by going to Retirement; Initiate & Elect UCRP Retirement; Create a New PRP
Additional Resources:
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Schedule a personalized retirement counseling appointment with the Retirement Administration Service Center (RASC). RASC’s Retirement Counseling and Advisory Services team provides one-on-one support for UC Retirement Plan questions. Visit the Retirement Administration Service Center website for details and appointment information.
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Preparing for Retirement Webinar: Covers topics such as understanding UCRP pension benefits, retirement savings and retiree health coverage
- Retiree Health Benefits Webinar: Learn about the health plans available for UC retirees and their eligible family members
- The UC Retirement Process from Start to Finish Webinar: Learn everything you need to know about the retirement process, including required forms, important deadlines and helpful resources

