Tier Number: Tier 1

Your Tier is generally determined by your title and the date you joined NYCERS.

Generally, if you joined NYCERS prior to July 1, 1973, you are a Tier 1 member.

Participation in Tier 1 and its retirement plans is closed to new members. Learn about Membership/Tier Reinstatement.

For complete details about Tier 1 and its Retirement Plans, please refer to the Summary Plan Description linked below.