How Do I Apply For The R350 Grant In 2026?
How Do I Apply For The R350 Grant In 2026?
R350 Grant 2026 Application: Who Qualifies and How to Apply:
The South African Social Security Agency(SASSA) is here to help SA citizens trying hard to make ends meet due to the ongoing pandemic. With the cost of living continuing to rise and unemployment still affecting many South Africans, the SRD grant remains an essential form of financial assistance for those in need. Administered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA), the R350 grant, now adjusted to R370, offers temporary relief to unemployed individuals who do not receive any other form of income or social grant.
If you are looking to apply for the R350 grant in 2026, it is important to follow the official process to ensure your application is successful. The application can be completed entirely online, making it easier and more accessible for people across the country. SASSA has also provided various platforms, including its official website, WhatsApp, and USSD services, to help streamline the process.
This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about applying for the SRD R350 grant in 2026. This includes eligibility requirements, the online application steps, the documents you’ll need, and how to check your application status once submitted. Whether you are applying for the first time or reapplying after a previous cycle, this article will help ensure you meet all the requirements and deadlines. Stay informed, avoid scams, and make sure you get your application submitted correctly through the proper SASSA channels.
What Is The Online Application Deadline To Apply For the R350 Grant For 2026
- Since SASSA is a social intervention policy, it is always open for application, and there is no closing date
Sassa R350 Grant Payment Dates For 2026
SASSA processes the SRD R370 payments during the last week of each month, rather than on a single fixed date:
July 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: 2 July 2025
- Disability Grant: 3 July 2025
- Children’s Grant: 4 July 2025
June 2026:
- Older Persons Grant: 3 June 2026
- Disability Grant: 4 June 2026
- Children’s Grant: 5 June 2026
May 2026:
- Older Persons Grant: 6 May 2026
- Disability Grant: 7 May 2026
- Children’s Grant: 8 May 2026
April 2026:
- Older Persons Grant: 2 April 2026
- Disability Grant: 3 April 2026
- Children’s Grant: 4 April 2026
March 2026:
- Older Persons Grant: 3 March 2026
- Disability Grant: 4 March 2026
- Children’s Grant: 5 March 2026
February 2026:
- Older Persons Grant: 4 February 2026
- Disability Grant: 5 February 2026
- Children’s Grant: 6 February 2026
January 2026:
- Older Persons Grant: 6 January 2026
- Disability Grant: 7 January 2026
- Children’s Grant: 8 January 2026
December 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: 4 December 2025
- Disability Grant: 5 December 2025
- Children’s Grant: 6 December 2025
November 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: 4 November 2025
- Disability Grant: 5 November 2025
- Children’s Grant: 6 November 2025
October 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: 2 October 2025
- Disability Grant: 3 October 2025
- Children’s Grant: 4 October 2025
September 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: 2 September 2025
- Disability Grant: 3 September 2025
- Children’s Grant: 4 September 2025
August 2025:
- Older Persons Grant: 5 August 2025
- Disability Grant: 6 August 2025
- Children’s Grant: 7 August 2025
Who Qualifies For SASSA R350 Grants In 2026
To apply for the SASSA SRD Grant, you must meet the criteria to apply (note that these criteria may change). The criteria are as follows:
- South African Citizens, Permanent Residents, or Refugees registered with Home Affairs;
- Resident within the borders of the Republic of South Africa;
- Above the age of 18;
- Unemployed;
- Not receiving any income;
- Not receiving any social grant;
- Not receiving any unemployment insurance benefits, and does not qualify to receive unemployment insurance benefits.
- Not receiving a stipend from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme;
- Not receiving any other government COVID-19 response support, and
- Not resident in a government-funded or subsidized institution.
Read Also: How Do You Apply SRD Sassa 350?
How Do I Apply For The R350 Grant In 2026?
With your mobile phone, computer, or laptop connected to the internet, applicants can follow these 6 simple steps to apply for the SRD Grant:
STEP 1: CHOOSE AN APPLICATION METHOD:
- Applications for the SRD Grant can be submitted via WhatsApp, the SRD Website, or the SASSA Chatbot. You should only apply via one method – submitting more than one application will not speed up the process, it may slow down your application.
Please read how to apply each of these methods:
WhatsApp:
- Send a message via WhatsApp to 082 046 8553
- Provide your details
- You will receive a Reference number, an OTP, and a link to click
- Click on the provided link, fill in your OTP, and verify your account
- Fill in your surname and ID number
- Confirm the personal details that you provided via the WhatsApp chat
SRD Website:
- In your internet browser, visit the SRD Website(if you are a Refugee, Asylum Seeker, or Special Permit Holder,f ind out how to apply here)
- Fill in your mobile number and ID number, and click “send SMS.”
- You will receive a 6-digit OTP via SMS
- Insert the OTP number on the SRD website and click “verify pin.”
SASSA Chatbot:
- In your internet browser, visit the SASSA Website
- Click on the SRD R350 Grant assistance chatbox (the orange box on the side of the screen)
- Fill in your ID number and mobile number
- On the chat, choose the option to apply for the SRD R350 grant
- Click on the SRD website link provided by the SASSA Chatbot
- Follow the SRD website steps
How To Check Your R350 Grants Application Status In 2026
If you have submitted your application for the SRD Grant and would like to find out the status, you can check your application status in either of these ways:
- On the SRD grants website
- Send a WhatsApp message to 082 046 8553
- Call the Toll Free Call Centre on 0800 60 10 11
Read Also: Check R350 Grant Status 2024-2025
SASSA SRD GRANT APPLICATION STATUS MEANING
Here is an explanation of what your SRD grant application status means:
- Application complete: This means you have completed the reapplication process, and your SRD grant will be verified each month. Check your verification and payment status each month on the SRD website.
- Bank details pending: This means the application or reapplication was received, but no banking details or preferences were received. Applicants should submit their banking details via the SRD website (see above, step 4 of the application process).
- Reapplication pending: This means a reapplication has not been received. Applicants should submit their application (see above for how to apply).
- Period Pending: This means reapplication was successfully received, and verification of the application for the period is pending. Applicants should check their application status later in the month (see above, how to check your application status).
- Period Approved: This means the application was approved for the period. Applicants should check the pay schedule for details on when to expect their money.
- Period Declined: This means the application was declined for the period, as well as the reason why it was declined. Applicants should submit a request for reconsideration (see below for how to apply for reconsideration).
- Canceled: This means the grant has been canceled. Applicants may reinstate their grant on the SRD website (find out how to reinstate your SRD grant application here).
Applying for the R350 Grant can provide much-needed assistance during difficult times. By following the outlined steps in this guide, you can ensure a smooth and successful application process. Remember to provide accurate information and keep track of your application status for updates. For more information, please visit SASSA Grant’s official website.
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