The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has unveiled the payment schedule for social grants throughout the 2025/2026 financial year.
The official timetable ensures a smooth distribution of funds to beneficiaries, minimizing delays and ensuring that no one is left behind.
Structured Payment Distribution
As in previous years, SASSA has maintained a structured approach to distributing social grants, which will be carried out over three consecutive days each month.
This method helps to alleviate long queues and system overloads, ensuring a more efficient and organized payment process.
- Older Persons’ Grants will be processed first, followed by
- Disability Grants, and lastly,
- Children’s Grants.
Monthly Payment Breakdown for 2025/2026
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the payment dates for each month in the 2025/2026 financial year:
| Month | Older Persons’ Grants | Disability Grants | Children’s Grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2025 | 2 April | 3 April | 5 April |
| May 2025 | 6 May | 7 May | 8 May |
| June 2025 | 3 June | 4 June | 5 June |
| July 2025 | 2 July | 3 July | 5 July |
| August 2025 | 5 August | 6 August | 7 August |
| September 2025 | 2 September | 3 September | 4 September |
| October 2025 | 2 October | 3 October | 6 October |
| November 2025 | 4 November | 5 November | 6 November |
| December 2025 | 2 December | 3 December | 4 December |
| January 2026 | 6 January | 7 January | 8 January |
| February 2026 | 3 February | 4 February | 5 February |
| March 2026 | 3 March | 4 March | 5 March |
This payment schedule, officially approved by Gloria Maphophe, SASSA’s Senior Manager of Payment Support, ensures that beneficiaries can plan their monthly expenses more effectively.
How and When to Collect Your Grant
Beneficiaries are encouraged to collect their social grants on the designated days through various approved methods, including ATMs, pay points, or other authorized channels.
To minimize congestion at collection points, SASSA urges recipients to avoid gathering all at once and to adhere to the scheduled collection days.
The 2025/2026 SASSA payment schedule has been carefully structured to ensure a smooth and timely distribution of social grants.
By sticking to the designated collection days, beneficiaries can avoid long queues, helping to maintain orderliness and safety while ensuring that all social grant recipients are served efficiently.
FAQs
How are the payment dates decided for each month?
The payment dates are planned in a structured manner to ensure efficient distribution. Grants are disbursed over three consecutive days to avoid congestion.
Can I collect my grant at any time during the payment window?
Yes, you can collect your grant on any of the allocated days within the scheduled payment window, but it is advisable to follow the order to reduce waiting times.
How will SASSA handle delays or payment issues?
SASSA is committed to addressing any delays or issues promptly. Beneficiaries should contact the support team for assistance if needed.