Is FERS a qualified plan?

[ledstn]

For purposes of deciding whether to use the "simplified method" or the "general rule," is the annuity portion of Federal FERS retirement a "qualified plan"

[SharonD007]

Yes, FERS is a qualified retirement plan.

Refer to U. S. Office of Personnel Management FAQ Is my pension from OPM a "qualified" or "non-qualified plan"?

[dmertz]

... and you would use the Simplified Method if the correct taxable amount is not shown in box 2a of the 1099-R.