💰 Grant Amounts
SASSA Grant Amounts 2026
How much every SASSA grant pays per month — and who qualifies for each one.
🕐 Updated after February 2026 National Budget · Effective from 1 April 2026
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SASSA Grant Increases for 2026
Every year after the National Budget in February, SASSA grant amounts are increased. The 2026 increases were announced in the February 2026 National Budget and took effect from 1 April 2026.
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2026 grant amounts are confirmed. The figures on this page reflect the official amounts from the February 2026 National Budget, effective from 1 April 2026. Always verify at www.sassa.gov.za.
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All SASSA Grant Amounts — Quick Reference 2026
| Grant Type | Monthly Amount | Who Qualifies |
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| 👴 Older Persons Grant (age 60–74) | R2,185 | South Africans aged 60 to 74 who pass the means test |
| 👴 Older Persons Grant (age 75+) | R2,205 | South Africans aged 75 and older |
| ♻️ Disability Grant | R2,185 | Adults aged 18–59 with a confirmed disability |
| 👶 Child Support Grant | R530 per child | Primary caregivers of children under 18 |
| 🥤 Care Dependency Grant | R2,185 | Caregivers of children under 18 with severe disability |
| 🏠 Foster Child Grant | R1,180 per child | Approved foster parents — per child placed by court order |
| ➕ Grant-in-Aid | R530 | Grant recipients who need full-time care from another person |
| 🚪 SRD Social Relief of Distress | R370 | Unemployed South Africans aged 18–59 with no income |
| 🎖 War Veterans Grant | R2,205 | Eligible war veterans aged 60+ or with a disability |
Amounts are 2026 values effective from 1 April 2026. Verify at sassa.gov.za.
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Older Persons Grant 2026 — Full Details
The older persons grant (also called the old age pension) is paid to South Africans who have reached retirement age and need financial support. It is one of the largest SASSA grants in terms of number of recipients.
💰 2026 Grant Amounts
R2,185
Per month — aged 60 to 74
R2,205
Per month — aged 75 and older
Who qualifies?
- South African citizen or permanent resident
- Aged 60 years or older
- Income below R89,064 per year if single (about R7,422/month)
- Combined income below R178,128 per year if married
- Not living in a government-funded care facility
- Not already receiving another SASSA grant (except Grant-in-Aid)
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Disability Grant 2026 — Full Details
The disability grant provides support to adults who have a medical condition that prevents them from earning a living. It can be awarded on a temporary basis (conditions expected to improve) or permanent basis (lasting disabilities).
R2,185 per month
2026 disability grant amount
Who qualifies?
- South African citizen or permanent resident aged 18 to 59
- Disability assessed by a doctor — must complete the SASSA medical form (Form DG/B)
- Disability makes you unable to support yourself
- Must pass the means test
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Medical assessment required: You need a doctor to complete Form DG/B — available free from any SASSA office. Government clinic doctors can complete it for free.
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Child Support Grant 2026 — Full Details
R530 per child per month
2026 child support grant amount
- Child must be a South African citizen or permanent resident under 18
- You must be the primary caregiver
- Single caregiver income below R59,000 per year
- Married couple combined income below R118,000 per year
- You receive R530 for each qualifying child
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SRD R370 Grant 2026 — Full Details
R370 per month
2026 SRD grant amount
- South African citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylum seeker
- Between 18 and 59 years old
- Unemployed with no income
- Not receiving any other SASSA grant
- Not receiving UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) payments
- Not a NSFAS bursary recipient
How to apply for the SRD grant: Apply online at srd.sassa.gov.za or via WhatsApp on 082 046 8553. SASSA re-checks your eligibility every month.
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Frequently Asked Questions — SASSA Grant Amounts 2026
How much is the SASSA older persons grant in 2026?▼
The SASSA older persons grant is R2,185 per month for people aged 60 to 74 in 2026. For people aged 75 and older, the amount is R2,205 per month. These amounts were set in the February 2026 National Budget and took effect from 1 April 2026.How much is the SASSA disability grant in 2026?▼
The SASSA disability grant is R2,185 per month in 2026. You must be between 18 and 59 years old and have a medical assessment completed by a doctor. The grant can be temporary or permanent depending on your condition.How much is the child support grant in 2026?▼
The SASSA child support grant is R530 per month per child in 2026. If you are the primary caregiver for more than one qualifying child, you receive R530 for each child. For example, caring for 3 qualifying children means you receive R1,590 per month total.How much is the SRD R370 grant in 2026?▼
The SASSA SRD Social Relief of Distress grant is R370 per month in 2026. It is for unemployed South Africans aged 18 to 59 with no income. Apply online at srd.sassa.gov.za or via WhatsApp on 082 046 8553.Did SASSA grant amounts increase in 2026?▼
Yes. SASSA grants are increased annually after the National Budget in February. The 2026 increases took effect from 1 April 2026. The older persons and disability grants increased to R2,185 per month, and R2,205 for those aged 75 and older. The next increase will be announced in February 2027.Can I receive more than one SASSA grant at the same time?▼
Generally, you can only receive one SASSA grant at a time. The Grant-in-Aid is an exception — it can be added on top of your existing grant if you need full-time care. The child support grant can be received for multiple qualifying children.What is the means test for SASSA grants?▼
The means test checks your income and assets to confirm you need financial support. For the older persons grant, a single person’s income must be below R89,064 per year (R7,422/month). For a married couple, combined income must be below R178,128 per year. SASSA checks your income against SARS, Home Affairs, and other databases.
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