Can i collect social security before 67 years old if i retire earler than 67 and was born in 1962?

Yes, you can collect Social Security benefits before age 67 if you were born in 1962, but your benefits will be reduced if you claim them early. The earliest you can begin receiving Social Security retirement benefits is at age 62. However, if you choose to retire early, your monthly benefits will be permanently lower than if you wait until your full retirement age of 67.