SASSA Grant Payment Dates 2026/2027: Older Persons, Disability and Child Grants
Millions of South Africans depend on SASSA grants every month. Knowing your payment date can help you plan when to access your money.
SASSA has confirmed the official social grant payment schedule for the 2026/2027 financial year. Payments are generally staggered, with Older Persons grants paid first, followed by Disability grants and then Children’s grants.
SASSA Payment Dates for 2026/2027
September 2026
Older Persons Grant: 2 September 2026
Disability Grant: 3 September 2026
Children’s Grant: 4 September 2026
These September dates are part of the official 2026/2027 payment schedule.
October 2026
Older Persons Grant: 2 October 2026
Disability Grant: 5 October 2026
Children’s Grant: 6 October 2026
November 2026
Older Persons Grant: 3 November 2026
Disability Grant: 4 November 2026
Children’s Grant: 5 November 2026
December 2026
Older Persons Grant: 2 December 2026
Disability Grant: 3 December 2026
Children’s Grant: 4 December 2026
January 2027
Older Persons Grant: 5 January 2027
Disability Grant: 6 January 2027
Children’s Grant: 7 January 2027
February 2027
Older Persons Grant: 2 February 2027
Disability Grant: 3 February 2027
Children’s Grant: 4 February 2027
March 2027
Older Persons Grant: 2 March 2027
Disability Grant: 3 March 2027
Children’s Grant: 4 March 2027
What About the SASSA R370 SRD Grant?
The R370 SRD grant is handled differently from the regular social grants.
SRD payments are processed in batches, so beneficiaries should check their individual application status and payment date rather than relying on the permanent-grant payment schedule.
You can check your SRD status through the official SASSA SRD website:
SASSA Grant Amounts in 2026/2027
From April 2026, several social grant amounts increased.
The Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant and Care Dependency Grant increased to R2,400.
The Child Support Grant increased to R580, while the Foster Child Grant increased to R1,290.
The Grant-in-Aid increased to R580, and the War Veterans Grant increased to R2,420.
The SRD grant remains R370.
What Should I Do If My Grant Has Not Been Paid?
If your grant has not been received after the scheduled payment date, first check your bank account or payment method.
If you continue experiencing a payment problem, SASSA advises beneficiaries to seek assistance at their nearest SASSA office.
Important SASSA Safety Advice
Be careful of scams involving social grants.
Never give your banking PIN, password or other confidential banking information to someone claiming they can release your SASSA payment.
Use official SASSA channels when checking your grant information.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the September 2026 SASSA payment?
The Older Persons Grant is scheduled for 2 September, the Disability Grant for 3 September and Children’s Grants for 4 September 2026.
Is the R370 SRD grant paid on the same date as the pension grant?
No. The SRD grant uses a separate payment process and beneficiaries should check their individual payment status.
How can I check my SASSA status?
You can use the official SASSA online services and SRD status-checking system.
Do I have to withdraw my grant on the payment date?
No. If your grant is deposited into your bank account, you can generally access the funds after they have been credited to your account.
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