SASSA Payment Dates for 2025 – 2026

bySifiso Andreas Last updated on:

If you’re one of the millions of South Africans who rely on SASSA social grants, then knowing your payment dates is absolutely essential. In this guide, I’ll give you a comprehensive breakdown of all the confirmed SASSA payment dates for the 2025/2026 financial year, so you can plan your budgeting with less stress and more confidence. Staying informed not only ensures timely access to your funds, but also helps you avoid common issues that may come up during weekends, public holidays, or if the schedule happens to vary.

Whether you’re receiving the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, or Children’s Grant, I’ve listed everything by month. SASSA usually disburses funds from 3rd to the 5th of each month. I’ll also explain how the SRD grant works, when its payment dates are updated, and share useful tips to manage your payment dates effectively. This vital support helps many families, and having the right information makes all the difference.

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SASSA Social Grant Payments Dates for May 2025

Here are the official payment dates for May 2025:

  • Older Persons Grant: Tue, May 6th, 2025
  • Disability Grant: Wed, May 7th, 2025
  • Children’s Grant: Thu, May 8th, 2025 

Make sure to collect your grant on the correct date. If you’re using a SASSA card, money will reflect on your account from early morning.

SASSA Payment Dates May 2025

Tip: Do not rush to collect your grant on the exact date to avoid long queues. The grant will stay in your account, so withdraw it according to your suitable time.

SRD Grant Payday for May 2025

The SRD (R370) Grant doesn’t follow the same fixed schedule. Instead, payments are processed during the last week of each month. For May 2025, you can expect SRD payments to be made between the 23th and 28thof May.

To confirm your payday:

It’s best to check weekly, as payment batches are released gradually.

SASSA Payment Dates for Complete Financial Year 2025–26

SASSA pays different types of grants on different days to avoid overcrowding and system issues. Here’s a breakdown for the whole year:

Old Age Grant Payment Schedule for 2025 / 2026

If you’re receiving the SASSA Old Age Grant, you probably plan your monthly budget around it—so knowing exactly when and how much you’ll be paid is key. For the 2025/2026 period, I’ve laid it all out for you clearly.

Let’s start with the grant amount:

  • R2,310 per month if you’re under 75 years old
  • R2,330 per month if you’re 75 years or older

These amounts are updated as of April 2025. If Treasury announces any changes later in the year, I’ll update you right here.

Now, here’s the full Old Age Grant payment schedule so you always know when to expect your money:

MonthDateDay
April 20252025/04/02Wednesday
May 20252025/05/06Tuesday
June 20252025/06/03Tuesday
July 20252025/07/02Wednesday
August 20252025/08/05Tuesday
September 20252025/09/02Tuesday
October 20252025/10/02Thursday
November 20252025/11/04Tuesday
December 20252025/12/02Tuesday
January 20262026/01/06Tuesday
February 20262026/02/03Tuesday
March 20262026/03/03Tuesday

What are the SASSA Disability Grant pay dates for 2025 – 26?

If you are beneficiary of Disability Grant from SASSA, you will receive an amount of R2,310 in May 2025.

Below is your full Disability Grant payment schedule from April 2025 to March 2026. SASSA usually pays out the Disability Grant one day after the Older Persons Grant, and before the Child Support Grants.

MonthDateDay
April 20252025/04/03Thursday
May 20252025/05/07Wednesday
June 20252025/06/04Wednesday
July 20252025/07/03Thursday
August 20252025/08/06Wednesday
September 20252025/09/03Wednesday
October 20252025/10/03Friday
November 20252025/11/05Wednesday
December 20252025/12/03Wednesday
January 20262026/01/07Wednesday
February 20262026/02/04Wednesday
March 20262026/03/04Wednesday

SASSA Children Grant Receiving Dates for 2025

If you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver who receives the SASSA Child Support Grant, then you already know how important it is for covering basics like food, school supplies, and clothing. That’s why staying updated with the payment dates helps you prepare ahead and avoid last-minute stress.

As of 2025, the monthly amount for the Child Support Grant is R560 per child, and the Top-Up Grant adds another R270 (if you qualify).

Now here’s your full schedule of Children’s Grant payment dates for 2025, starting from April:

MonthDateDay
April 20252025/04/04Friday
May 20252025/05/08Thursday
June 20252025/06/05Thursday
July 20252025/07/04Friday
August 20252025/08/07Thursday
September 20252025/09/04Thursday
October 20252025/10/04Saturday
November 20252025/11/06Thursday
December 20252025/12/04Thursday
January 20262026/01/08Thursday
February 20262026/02/05Thursday
March 20262026/03/05Thursday

Why SASSA Do Not Give All Grants on Same Day?

You might wonder why grants are paid on different days. Well, there’s a simple reason: to avoid long queues and reduce pressure on the system. If all grants were paid at once, shops, ATMs, and post offices would get too crowded.

By spacing it out over three days, SASSA makes sure that you can collect your money safely and without stress. It also helps them manage technical systems and payment processing smoothly.

What to Do If Your SASSA Payment Is Late or Missing

If your money hasn’t arrived on the expected date, don’t panic. Here’s what you should do:

  • Check your bank account balance (sometimes it’s late by a few hours)
  • Check your grant status on SASSA services portal
  • Call the SASSA toll-free number: 0800 60 10 11
  • Visit your nearest SASSA office if the issue continues

Common reasons for delays include:

  • Public holidays
  • System updates
  • Bank verification issues
  • Wrong contact details

Always make sure your info is up to date with SASSA.

Stay Informed on Future SASSA Payment Dates

To avoid missing any future payment dates, you can:

  • Bookmark this website
  • Follow @SassaGrantCheck on Twitter or Facebook
  • Save the SASSA payment calendar in your phone
  • Or follow SASSA WhatsApp channel for quick updates.
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Conclusion

Staying on top of your SASSA payment dates is one of the best ways to manage your money and avoid last-minute rush. Now that you have the full 2025–2026 schedule, mark your dates and check in regularly for any updates. If you have any query, comment below or reach out to us by email, I would love to help you out.

FAQs

Older Persons: 6 May, Disability: 7 May, Children’s: 8 May 2025.

Sometimes, yes. Especially around public holidays or system issues. When a scheduled payment date falls on a public holiday, SASSA typically processes the payment on the next official business day.

Your SASSA grant is paid into the bank account you registered with, or it can be collected at approved pay points. You can also withdraw using a SASSA card if you have one.

If you’re unable to collect your grant on the payment date, there’s no need to worry — the money will remain in your account until you’re ready to withdraw it.

Sifiso Andreas

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Sifiso Andreas

Hi! I’m Sifiso Andreas, with a background as a Grant Administrator at SASSA, I bring firsthand experience and deep knowledge of social welfare programs in South Africa. My goal is to help you navigate the complexities of social grants, scholarships, and government assistance with up-to-date resources and expert guidance. Join me for the latest updates and essential information on SASSA grants.

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    1. if its for only last month then wait for few days. If for continuous 2-3 months then check if you identity verification is complete.

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