Direct Deposit Enrollment and Updates Now Available on NYS Payroll Online

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Published March 25, 2025

State Payroll is pleased to inform you of an exciting update to the self-service features available to New York State employees on the New York State Payroll Online (NYSPO) platform.

Enroll In and Update Direct Deposit Online

State employees now have the ability to enroll in or update their direct deposit information through a new self-service option.

This functionality will be accessible via the “Update Direct Deposit” link on the NYSPO homepage. Employees will be able to both enroll in direct deposit and update their existing bank account information.

Please note the following important details regarding this update:

  • Changes made to direct deposit information in NYSPO will take effect immediately, though depending on the timing, the changes may not be reflected in the following paycheck.
  • Newly hired employees may not be able to log into NYSPO until a valid NYS Employee ID number is assigned.
  • New enrollees are automatically opted out of receiving printed paystubs when enrolling in direct deposit via NYSPO. If you wish to receive printed paystubs, you can opt back in after you enroll in direct deposit.

For detailed instructions on how to enroll in Download pdf or update your direct deposit information Download pdf, please refer to the job aids section on the NYSPO website.

Important Login Information

To access NYS Payroll Online, employees must log in through the SUNYHR Portal. Please follow these steps:

  1. Use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge to visit www.suny.edu/hrportal

 (Note: Other browsers are not supported, and you may encounter an error if you try to log in using unsupported browsers).

  1. If prompted, select Buffalo Univ.
  2. Use your UBITName and password if prompted.
  3. Click on the NYS Payroll Online icon.
First-Time Login:

For first-time logins, you will need your NYS Employee ID number (which differs from your UB Person number) and the last four digits of your SSN. You can find your NYS Employee ID number on your current pay statement, direct deposit advice, or at the top of the SUNY portal screen. You will also be required to enter your date of birth in the format XX/XX/XXXX (e.g., 01/25/1976). Using any other format, including hyphens instead of forward slashes, will result in an error message.

Please note this new self-service option is an addition to our existing direct deposit enrollment process, and you can still submit forms and documentation to the payroll office.

We strongly encourage you to enroll if you do not currently have direct deposit. Having your paycheck directly deposited into your bank account(s) ensures you receive your pay on time as you do not have to wait for it to come in the mail.

Contact an Expert

State Payroll

State Payroll and Appointment Processing

Phone: 716-645-7777

Email: ub-hr@buffalo.edu