💰 Military Pay
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
Federal 401(k)-style retirement account with up to 5% government match under BRS.
Official sourceFederal Retirement Thrift Investment Board
Official website Last verified 2026-07-13·Effective Ongoing
What it is
Traditional or Roth contributions to the federal Thrift Savings Plan. BRS members receive 1% automatic contribution after 60 days plus dollar-for-dollar matching up to 3% and $0.50 per dollar on the next 2% (5% total match) after 2 years of service.
Who qualifies
- All uniformed service members.
How to apply
- 1Enroll and change contributions in myPay or your Service portal.
- 2Manage investments and rollovers at tsp.gov.
Frequently asked questions
What are the 2026 elective deferral limits?
Follow the IRS-published TSP elective deferral limits each year (see tsp.gov). Combat-zone pay allows contributions beyond the elective deferral up to the annual additions limit.