SASSA has confirmed its official payment dates for the 2025/2026 financial year—covering all major grants. Beneficiaries should take note of their monthly payment schedule to avoid long queues and ensure safe, organised collections.
Payments are made over three consecutive days each month: starting with Older Persons grants, followed the next day by Disability grants, and concluding with Children’s grants. This schedule was formally approved by Gloria Maphophe, SASSA’s Senior Manager of Payment Support, to streamline processes and manage crowds efficiently.
📅 Payment Dates Schedule (April 2025 – March 2026)
Positioned early in the article for maximum visibility, here is the full monthly schedule:
| Month | Older Persons | Disability Grants | Children’s Grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | April 2 | April 3 | April 4 |
| May 2025 | May 6 | May 7 | May 8 |
| June 2025 | June 3 | June 4 | June 5 |
| July 2025 | July 2 | July 3 | July 4 |
| August 2025 | August 5 | August 6 | August 7 |
| September 2025 | September 2 | September 3 | September 4 |
| October 2025 | October 2 | October 3 | October 6 |
| November 2025 | November 4 | November 5 | November 6 |
| December 2025 | December 2 | December 3 | December 4 |
| January 2026 | January 6 | January 7 | January 8 |
| February 2026 | February 3 | February 4 | February 5 |
| March 2026 | March 3 | March 4 | March 5 |
This schedule helps beneficiaries plan ahead and avoid unnecessary congestion—many dates adapted slightly (like October’s three‑day span extending into a fourth day).
🧾 Monthly Grant Amounts for 2025/2026
Following the March 2025 Budget Speech, several grant increases were finalised and will be paid from April 2025 onwards:
| Grant Type | Monthly Amount |
|---|---|
| Old Age Grant (under 75) | R2,310 |
| Old Age Grant (over 75) | R2,330 |
| Disability Grant | R2,310 |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,310 |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,310 |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,250 |
| Child Support Grant | R560 |
| Child Support Top‑Up (Double Orphans) | R280 (Total R840) |
| Grant‑in‑Aid | R560 |
| SRD COVID‑19 Grant | R370 |
The SRD R370 payout remains unchanged throughout 2025.
ℹ️ How to Collect Your Grant Safely
Beneficiaries may collect funds via:
- ATMs
- Registered retailers (Pick n Pay, Shoprite, Checkers, USave, etc.)
- SASSA pay points
- Direct bank deposits
SASSA urges recipients to collect their grants on the designated day to help reduce queues and prevent crowding. Gloria Maphophe stated that avoiding a rush helps keep everyone safe and ensures a smooth disbursement process.
đź’ˇ Helpful Tips for Grant Recipients
- Stick to your allocated day—your money will remain available even if you don’t collect immediately.
- Use a bank card or approved retailer for quicker access and shorter lines.
- Keep banking details up to date on your SASSA profile.
- Check official updates regularly on the SASSA website or official Social Relief of Distress portal at srd.sassa.gov.za.
âś… Final Thoughts
The 2025/2026 SASSA payment schedule and grant adjustments are now publicly available and aimed at helping millions of South Africans manage their monthly finances. The structured payment system, staggered over three days for different grant types, ensures safety and order at collection points.
Please share this with those who depend on SASSA grants, and save this page for easy reference during the year.