2026 Open Enrollment: September 14 – October 9
Life in retirement can change, and your benefits should change to meet your needs. Open Enrollment is your yearly chance to look at your coverage and make updates that support the life you want to enjoy, with benefits for a life well lived. Any changes you make during the 2026 Open Enrollment period will begin on January 1, 2027.
Learn more about your retiree benefits from last year’s virtual event, recorded on September 30, 2025.
Learn how to enroll or make updates as a retiree during Open Enrollment
Important Open Enrollment Dates
Open Enrollment
First day to enroll or change your existing enrollmentVirtual Retiree Forum
CalHR is hosting a Virtual Retiree ForumOpen Enrollment
Last day to enroll, change or cancel your existing enrollmentEffective Date
Actions taken during Open Enrollment go into effectQuick Links
Retiree Open Enrollment Resources
Virtual Library
Learn more about available retiree benefit options to assist you in making informed choices during Open Enrollment.
Resources by Category
State HR Professionals
Access your benefits administration resources.
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