State Pension forecast calculator
Illustrative weekly State Pension
£241
- Qualifying years modelled
- 35
- Annual equivalent
- £12,548
For post-April-2016 records only. Contracting out and pre-2016 starting amounts can materially change the official forecast.
SOURCES & REVIEW
Checked against official guidance
Last checked 14 July 2026 · Rule version GB-2026.27.1
GOV.UK: New State Pension ↗COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
How many qualifying years are needed?
A post-2016 record normally needs 35 years for the full rate and at least 10 years for any payment.
Is this my official forecast?
No. Use GOV.UK because pre-2016 and contracted-out records can change the result.