The official SASSA Grant Amounts 2026 increased for most grants from 1 April 2026, following the February 2026 National Budget. Below is the complete, verified list of all SASSA Grant Amounts 2026, including the exact monthly payments and clear eligibility criteria for each grant.
All SASSA Grant Amounts for 2026 (Effective 1 April 2026)
These amounts apply from 1 April 2026 until the next national budget adjustment.
Detailed Eligibility – SASSA Grant Amounts 2026
Older Persons Grant 2026 Monthly Amount: R2,400 (60–74) | R2,420 (75+)
Who Qualifies?
- South African citizens or permanent residents
- Aged 60 years or older
- Must pass the means test
- Single income below R89,064 per year / Married combined income below R178,128 per year
- Not living in a state-funded care facility
Disability Grant 2026 Monthly Amount: R2,400
Who Qualifies?
- Adults aged 18–59
- Medically confirmed temporary or permanent disability
- Must pass the means test
- Must not receive UIF or another SASSA grant
Child Support Grant (CSG) 2026 Monthly Amount: R580
Who Qualifies?
- Primary caregivers of children under 18
- Must pass the means test
- The child must live with the caregiver
Foster Child Grant 2026 Monthly Amount: R1,290
Who Qualifies?
- Court-appointed foster parents
- Grant paid per child placed in your care
Care Dependency Grant 2026 Monthly Amount: R2,400
Who Qualifies?
- Caregivers of children under 18 with severe disabilities
- The child requires permanent care
- Must pass the means test
Grant-in-Aid 2026 Monthly Amount: R580
Who Qualifies?
- Paid to existing SASSA grant recipients who need full-time care from another person
- Must be medically assessed by SASSA
SRD R370 Grant 2026 (Social Relief of Distress) Monthly Amount: R370
Who Qualifies?
- South African citizens, permanent residents, refugees, asylum seekers
- Aged 18–59
- Unemployed with no income
- Not receiving any other SASSA grant
War Veterans Grant 2026 Monthly Amount: R2,420
Who Qualifies?
- South African war veterans aged 60+
- Or war veterans with a disability
- Must pass the means test
Frequently Asked Questions – SASSA Grant Amounts 2026
When did the 2026 grant increases start? All increases took effect on 1 April 2026.
Will grants increase again later in 2026? No second increase has been announced yet.
Does the SRD R370 grant increase in 2026? No. It remains R370 for the year.
Can I receive more than one SASSA grant at the same time? In most cases, no. SASSA only allows one social grant per person, except for the Grant-in-Aid, which can be added on top of another grant if you require full-time care.
Do SASSA grants expire? No. Your money stays in your account until you withdraw it.
Disclaimer: This page is based on the official SASSA 2026 grant amounts. Always verify the latest information directly at www.sassa.gov.za or by calling 0800 60 10 11.