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All figures correct as at 12 October 2026, sourced from the SSS, GSIS and DSWD. Next review: 1 September 2027.

Correct as at 12 October 2026 · next review 1 September 2027. Source: SSS — Retirement Benefit; GSIS — Retirement under RA 8291.

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Saqlain Anjum

researches Australian retirement and social security policy full time. Not a licensed financial adviser — every figure on this page is sourced from the SSS, GSIS and DSWD or the Social Security Act of 2018 (RA 11199), RA 8291 and RA 9994 as amended by RA 11916.

Last reviewed: 12 October 2026

Figures as at: 12 October 2026

Next review: 1 September 2027

Change log: Question answering reviewed 12 October 2026; answers are limited to figures published on this site, correct as at 12 October 2026.