Forms/Guides/Handbooks

PERA offers publications about its benefits and services that can be an invaluable resource. All publications and forms are available to download or print in PDF format.

  • Forms

    • Application for Membership

      To be used by a new employee enrolling with PERA for the first time or by an existing member when beginning work with a new affiliated employer.

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      Contribution Remittance (DFA Only)

      To be used by employers submitting payment of PERA employee and employer contributions.

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      Employer Certification Form

      To be used to certify a member's wages prior to retirement.

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      Employee Certification for Free Military Service

      To be used by the employer to certify the dates of employment prior to and immediately after activation into military service.

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      Employee Exclusion from PERA Membership (General)

      To be used by seasonal or temporary employees, part-time employees (working less than 20 hours a week), student employees, retired ERA, JRA, MRA members and independent contractors for exclusion from PERA membership.

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      Employee Exclusion from PERA Membership PERA Retiree - Elected Official

      To be used by PERA retirees who are elected to office for exclusion from PERA membership.

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      Employee Exclusion From PERA Membership Elected Official

      To be used by elected officials for exclusion from PERA membership.

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      Employee Exclusion From PERA Membership Private Retirement Program

      To be used by an employee of a PERA affiliated-employer who accepts a different private retirement from their employer other than PERA.

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      Employer's Report of Disability

      Employer's Report of Disability

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      PERA Pay Rate Change Certification Form

      To be used when an employee has had a change in pay or compensation.

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      PERA Termination Notice Form (DFA Only)

      To be used for all members who are terminating their position from a PERA employer regardless of the length of employment. If a member is transferring to a position with another PERA-affiliated employer, then the Employer's Certification of Transfer to Another PERA Entity section should be completed.

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      State Transfer Form

      To be used by members who are employed by the State of New Mexico and are transferring to a new job between state agencies.

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