State Pension Age Rises to 67 Today—See Your New Retirement Date
From April 2026 the state pension age rises to 67 for some birth cohorts. The change is phased and completes in March 2028. Millions of workers will need to check when they can claim.
Who is affected
The rise was set out in legislation in 2014. Men and women are affected equally. Exact dates of birth determine the new pension age.
Those born on or before 5 April 1960 keep a state pension age of 66. People born on or after 6 April 1960 will see the entitlement date move later by months. Private pensions remain an option for those who choose to retire earlier.
Phased timetable
The increase begins in April 2026 and is staggered by birthdate. The switch adds one month to pension age on the sixth of successive months. Those born on or after 6 March 1961 will reach state pension age at 67.
| Date of birth | State pension age and retirement date |
|---|---|
| 5 April 1960 and before | 66 years — Retirement date: 5 April 2026 |
| 6 April 1960 | 66 years, 1 month — Retirement date: 6 May 2026 |
| 6 May 1960 | 66 years, 2 months — Retirement date: 6 July 2026 |
| 6 June 1960 | 66 years, 3 months — Retirement date: 6 August 2026 |
| 6 July 1960 | 66 years, 4 months — Retirement date: 6 November 2026 |
| 6 August 1960 | 66 years, 5 months — Retirement date: 6 January 2027 |
| 6 September 1960 | 66 years, 6 months — Retirement date: 6 March 2027 |
| 6 October 1960 | 66 years, 7 months — Retirement date: 6 May 2027 |
| 6 November 1960 | 66 years, 8 months — Retirement date: 6 July 2027 |
| 6 December 1960 | 66 years, 9 months — Retirement date: 6 August 2027 |
| 6 January 1961 | 66 years, 10 months — Retirement date: 6 November 2027 |
| 6 February 1961 | 66 years, 11 months — Retirement date: 6 January 2028 |
| 6 March 1961 | 67 years — Retirement date: 6 March 2028 |
Campaigners and charities
Campaigners from Women Against State Pension Inequality have sought redress. They represent women born between 1950 and 1960. The group has been told there will be no compensation scheme.
The Centre for Better Ageing warns of poverty risks. Elaine Smith said the rise brings a large financial gain for the Treasury. She said the previous move to 66 doubled poverty for 65-year-olds.
Official guidance and warnings
AJ Bell’s director of public policy warned of confusion during the transition. Many people may not realise their retirement date changes. The Department for Work and Pensions will send a letter one month before entitlement.
The government provides online tools to check state pension age and entitlement. Workers are advised to use them to see your new retirement date. Those unsure should seek advice on income options for any gap.
Future increases
Current law plans a rise to 68 between 2044 and 2046. A forthcoming pension review could prompt calls to bring that date forward. Any change requires at least ten years’ notice under the rules.
Filmogaz.com will continue to report developments. Check official DWP guidance and pension calculators for personalised dates.
