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10/10/2025
Author: Editorial
<h3>What is a myRPS account?</h3><p>Your <a href="https://www.railwayspensions.co.uk/register" data-sf-ec-immutable="">myRPS account</a> is your own online pension account. It’s a secure area of the site that’s all about you and your pension and it’s the quickest, easiest and most convenient way to take control of your pension. </p><p>Your myRPS account is also packed with benefits that you won't find anywhere else on the Railways Pension Scheme website.<br></p><h3>Why sign up?<br></h3><p>Here’s how a myRPS account can make managing your pension so much easier:<br></p><p><strong>24/7 access</strong></p><p>Your myRPS account gives you secure access to your pension information whenever you need it, day or night. Whether you’re checking your details or planning for retirement, you can do it at a time and place that suits you.</p><p><strong>Self service</strong></p><p>You can manage your personal details, make or update nominations, and reset your password without needing assistance. </p><p>IWDC and BRASS members can also manage and switch their investment funds directly through their account.</p><p><strong>Pension planning support</strong></p><p>Within your myRPS account, there are some great, easy tools to help you get an idea of what you can expect to get when you start taking your pension and help you plan more efficiently for your future.&nbsp;</p><p>You can request unlimited online estimates to see what you’re likely to receive in retirement. These are updated in real time and can be generated as often as you like.</p><p>You can also access a resource library tailored to your section and membership. This includes scheme rules and guidance to help you make informed decisions.</p><p><strong>Tailored news and updates</strong></p><p>Stay informed with tailored news and Scheme updates. By registering for a myRPS account, you will also get regular e-bulletins via email which feature important information about the Scheme and wider pension news.</p><p><strong>Contact us directly</strong></p><p>Need to ask a question or send a message? Do it directly from your myRPS account – no need to call or write to us.</p><p><strong>Better for the environment</strong></p><p>Essential documents, such as P60s, letters, and annual benefit statements, are available to view and download directly from your account. No more searching through piles of paper.<a id="_anchor_1" href="https://railpen.sharepoint.com/sites/CustomerExperienceFunction/ProjectsActive/RAIL/RPS/Web/RPS%20website%20-%202024%20onwards/Content/4%20-%20Knowledge%20hub/2%20-%20News%20and%20views/News/Draft%20-%20Sign%20Up%20for%20a%20myRPS%20online%20account.docx#_msocom_1" name="_msoanchor_1" data-sf-ec-immutable=""></a></p><p>By using your myRPS account, you’re helping reduce paper waste and supporting a more sustainable future. </p><p>You can still opt to receive paper copies if you prefer – just let us know.</p><h3>How to register</h3><p>When you <a href="https://www.railwayspensions.co.uk/register" data-sf-ec-immutable="">register for your myRPS account</a>, you’ll need the following to hand: &nbsp;&nbsp;<br></p><ul><li>Your pension reference number – you can find this on any recent letters we’ve sent you&nbsp;</li><li>Your National Insurance number&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Your date of birth&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Your email address (we recommend using a personal one in case you change jobs)&nbsp;</li><li>Your mobile number<br></li></ul><p>You’ll also need to set up your security details by:&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></p><ul><li>Creating a password&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Choosing a security question and answer&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li></ul><p>You’ll then set up a password and security question, before verifying your account via email.<br></p><p>Once registered, you’ll be prompted to add your mobile number to improve your account security. You’ll also need to verify your mobile number using similar steps to the login process.<br></p><p>Register today and start exploring your myRPS account or visit <a href="https://www.railwayspensions.co.uk/register" data-sf-ec-immutable="">Register for your mRPS account</a> for more information.</p>
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Sign up for a myRPS online account

Managing your pension is so much easier with a myRPS online account.

What is a myRPS account?

Your myRPS account is your own online pension account. It’s a secure area of the site that’s all about you and your pension and it’s the quickest, easiest and most convenient way to take control of your pension.

Your myRPS account is also packed with benefits that you won't find anywhere else on the Railways Pension Scheme website.

Why sign up?

Here’s how a myRPS account can make managing your pension so much easier:

24/7 access

Your myRPS account gives you secure access to your pension information whenever you need it, day or night. Whether you’re checking your details or planning for retirement, you can do it at a time and place that suits you.

Self service

You can manage your personal details, make or update nominations, and reset your password without needing assistance.

IWDC and BRASS members can also manage and switch their investment funds directly through their account.

Pension planning support

Within your myRPS account, there are some great, easy tools to help you get an idea of what you can expect to get when you start taking your pension and help you plan more efficiently for your future. 

You can request unlimited online estimates to see what you’re likely to receive in retirement. These are updated in real time and can be generated as often as you like.

You can also access a resource library tailored to your section and membership. This includes scheme rules and guidance to help you make informed decisions.

Tailored news and updates

Stay informed with tailored news and Scheme updates. By registering for a myRPS account, you will also get regular e-bulletins via email which feature important information about the Scheme and wider pension news.

Contact us directly

Need to ask a question or send a message? Do it directly from your myRPS account – no need to call or write to us.

Better for the environment

Essential documents, such as P60s, letters, and annual benefit statements, are available to view and download directly from your account. No more searching through piles of paper.

By using your myRPS account, you’re helping reduce paper waste and supporting a more sustainable future.

You can still opt to receive paper copies if you prefer – just let us know.

How to register

When you register for your myRPS account, you’ll need the following to hand:   

  • Your pension reference number – you can find this on any recent letters we’ve sent you 
  • Your National Insurance number  
  • Your date of birth  
  • Your email address (we recommend using a personal one in case you change jobs) 
  • Your mobile number

You’ll also need to set up your security details by:  

  • Creating a password  
  • Choosing a security question and answer  

You’ll then set up a password and security question, before verifying your account via email.

Once registered, you’ll be prompted to add your mobile number to improve your account security. You’ll also need to verify your mobile number using similar steps to the login process.

Register today and start exploring your myRPS account or visit Register for your mRPS account for more information.

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