Can I collect both a civilian and a National Guard pension? How will any bought back time count?

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 14:44:57 -0400

I have a fairly unique situation and am looking for any guidance or recommendations. I tried the Office of Personnel Management with no clear answer. I will retire as a FERS employee and bought back 7 years of active service towards my pension. I know I cannot collect 2 pensions active and fed civilian, I have read that under Title 32 I can collect a civilian and National Guard pension. I wanted to verify this and that my 7 years will count towards my Guard pension. Thanks for any assistance.

Response by CW5 Jack Cardwell made Jun 27 at 2018 8:21 PM

CW5 Jack Cardwell — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 20:21:28 -0400

As long as you buy back your Active Duty time it counts towards your Federal retirement. KEEP records. I had to prove I bought back my first six years of Active duty. If you go active, such as deployment, but that back. I am retired from FERs program.