Answers · UK 2025/26
What is the UK state pension age in 2026?
The State Pension age is currently 66 for both men and women. It is scheduled to rise to 67 between 2026 and 2028, and to 68 between 2044 and 2046 under current legislation.
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As of 2026, the State Pension age is 66 for both men and women. The government has legislated for a phased increase to 67 affecting those born between 6 April 1960 and 5 April 1977, with the transition running from 2026 to 2028. Those born on or after 6 April 1977 will reach State Pension age at 67. A further rise to 68 is planned between 2044 and 2046 under current law, though a 2023 review recommended bringing this forward. You can check your personal State Pension age using the government checker at gov.uk. The full new State Pension in 2026/27 is £221.20 per week (£11,502 per year), requiring 35 qualifying NI years, with a minimum of 10 qualifying years needed to receive any State Pension.
This answer is informational only and does not constitute financial, tax or legal advice. Figures are for the 2025/26 UK tax year. See our methodology and sources.