Retirement Checks & Paydays
Benefits are paid at the end of each month. The State Controller's Office issues checks and determines mailing dates. If you have Direct Deposit, contact your financial institution to confirm when funds are placed in your account.
2026 Paydays
| Benefit Month | Mailing Date | Warrant Issue Date |
|---|---|---|
| January | January 28 | January 31 |
| February | February 25 | February 28 |
| March | March 30 | March 31 |
| April | April 28 | April 30 |
| May | May 28 | May 31 |
| June | June 29 | June 30 |
| July | July 29 | July 31 |
| August | August 28 | August 31 |
| September | September 28 | September 30 |
| October | October 28 | October 31 |
| November | November 25 | November 30 |
| December | December 29 | December 31 |