Social Grants Payment Dates 2025-2026

Social Grants Payout Date

Social grants play a very important role in providing financial support to millions of South Africans, particularly those who are vulnerable and in need of assistance. For recipients of social grants, it’s key to understand the payment dates to plan their finances effectively. The information here will provide all the information you need to know about social grant payment dates. We’ll cover the payment schedules for some of the most common social grants, and what to do if you experience any issues with your payment. Kindly read through this post to learn more about Social Grants Payment Dates 2025-2026

SASSA Payout Dates For 2025/2026

The SASSA payment date is usually on the first day of every month. However, the exact date may vary depending on weekends and public holidays. If the first day of the month falls on a weekend or public holiday, the payment will be made on the last working day before the first day of the month.

June

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 2 June 2025
Disability Grants: 5 June 2025
Children’s and all other Grants: 6 June 2025

July 2025

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 4 July 2025
Disability Grants: 5 July 2025
Children’s and all other Grants: 6 July 2025

August 2025

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 2 August 2025
Disability Grants: Thursday, 3 August 2025
Children’s and all other Grants: Friday, 4 August 2025

September 2025

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 5 September 2025
Disability Grants: 6 September 2025
Children’s and all other Grants: 7 September 2025

October 2025

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 3 October 2025
Disability Grants: 4 October 2025
Children’s and all other Grants: 5 October 2025

November 2025

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 2 November 2025
Disability Grants: 3 November 2025
Children’s and all other Grants: 6 November 2025

December 2025

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 1 December 2025
Disability Grants: 4 December 2025
Children’s and all other Grants: 5 December 2025

January 2026

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 3 January 2026
Disability Grants: 4 January 2026
Children’s and all other Grants: 5 January 2026

February 2026

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 2 February 2026
Disability Grants: 5 February 2026
Children’s and all other Grants: 6 February 2026

March 2026

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 5 March 2026
Disability Grants: 6 March 2026
Children’s and all other Grants: 7 March 2026

April 2026

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 4 April 2026
Disability Grants: 5 April 2026
Children’s and all other Grants:6 April 2026

May 2026

Older Persons or Pensioners Grants: 3 May 2026
Disability Grants: 4 May 2026
Children’s and all other Grants:7 May 2026

How Do I Collect My SASSA 2025 Grant Payment?

If you’re a beneficiary of any of the SASSA grants, then I’m sure you have selected a payment method with which you receive your grant’s payment. If so, you’ll collect your February SASSA Grant payment via your chosen payment method.

The SASSA payment methods include bank payment, ATMs, and Retailers like Shoprite, U-Save, Boxer, Pick n Pay, and Checkers.

Available SASSA Grant In 2025

CARE DEPENDENCY GRANT
CHILD SUPPORT GRANT
DISABILITY GRANT
FOSTER CHILD GRANT
GRANT-IN-AID
OLDER PERSONS GRANT
SOCIAL RELIEF OF DISTRESS
WAR VETERANS GRANT
COVID 19 SOCIAL RELIEF OF DISTRESS GRANT (SRD)
GRANT CUSTOMER SUPPORT REQUEST

SASSA Grants Contact Details

For any further queries, please contact SASSA directly:

Contact the SASSA Toll-Free Call centre on 0800 60 10 11
Contact the SASSA Head Office on 012 400 2322
Email SASSA Head Office at: Grantsenquiries@sassa.gov.za

Knowing the payment dates for SASSA is very important for recipients of social grants. By keeping track of the payment schedule, and checking your payment status, you can ensure that you receive your social grant on time and avoid any unnecessary stress or financial hardship. For more information, please visit SASSA Grants official website.

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