1. What is FERS Years of Service Calculation?

The FERS (Federal Employees Retirement System) years of service calculation converts total months of federal service into years for retirement benefit calculations. This is a crucial factor in determining retirement eligibility and annuity amounts.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Total Service Months — The cumulative months of federal service
• 12 — Conversion factor from months to years

Explanation: The calculation converts months of creditable service into years by simple division.

3. Importance of Years of Service Calculation

Details: Accurate years of service calculation is essential for determining retirement eligibility, calculating annuity benefits, and understanding retirement options under FERS.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter total months of federal service. The value must be a positive integer (1 month or more).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What counts as creditable service for FERS?
A: Most federal employment under FERS, including part-time service (converted to full-time equivalents), and certain military service if deposits are paid.

Q2: How are partial years handled in retirement calculations?
A: Each full month counts as 1/12 of a year. Days beyond complete months are generally not counted.

Q3: Where can I find my total service months?
A: Check your most recent SF-50 or request a retirement estimate from your HR office.

Q4: Does this include sick leave credit?
A: No, sick leave is calculated separately and added after determining basic years of service.

Q5: How does this affect my retirement annuity?
A: Your years of service is multiplied by your high-3 average salary and the appropriate percentage factor (1%, 1.1%, or 1.7% depending on age and service combination).