The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the official September 2025 grant payment dates, covering all major social grants, including old age, disability, children’s, and the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant.
Expected payment schedule:
- Older Persons’ & War Veterans’ Grants – Tuesday, September 2
- Disability Grant & Grant-in-Aid – Wednesday, September 3
- Children’s Grants (Child Support, Foster Care & Care Dependency) – Thursday, September 4
- SRD Grant (R370) – processing from September 25–27 through month-end (subject to confirmation).
📌 See SASSA’s official 2025/26 calendar here.
Vigilance advised over unauthorised deductions
SASSA warns about unauthorised deductions from grants, emphasizing that no deductions should be made without the beneficiary’s informed consent.
If you notice suspicious deductions:
- Report in person at your nearest SASSA office.
- Use the SMS dispute process: send your ID number and the name of the financial service provider to 34548.
Stay informed about SASSA’s biometric checks and recent mobile number update options to avoid missed payments.
Current grant amounts
- Older Persons’ Grant (60–74 years) & Disability Grant – R2,315
- Older Persons’ Grant (75+ years) – R2,335
- War Veterans’ Grant – R2,315
- Care Dependency Grant – R2,315
- Child Support Grant – R560
- Grant-in-Aid – R560
- Foster Care Grant – R1,250
- SRD Grant – R370
A timely reminder for all beneficiaries
As is often the case — and as seen in previous years — SASSA is expected to implement a second increase to most social grants in October 2025, following the initial boost in April 2025.
This “double increase” is part of the national government’s response to inflationary pressures and growing social demands. For specific grant types, such as the Older Persons’ Grant, the value will rise again in October, moving up from the April 2025 amount to a higher figure.
Notably, the second increase in 2024 was only R10 higher than the April adjustment, highlighting how modest these mid-year top-ups can be.
Stay informed & prepared
SASSA manages over 19 million monthly payments and urges beneficiaries to:
- Plan visits to pay points carefully to avoid overcrowding.
- Protect personal details and PINs.
- Update mobile numbers where necessary to prevent missed SRD payments.
đź“ž For queries, contact the SASSA toll-free helpline on 0800 60 10 11 or visit the SASSA service portal.
Quick Q&A: What you need to know
Who is affected?
- All beneficiaries, including pensioners, parents, and SRD recipients.
When are September payments?
- Older Persons & War Veterans: Sept 2
- Disability & Grant-in-Aid: Sept 3
- Children’s Grants: Sept 4
- SRD Grant: Sept 25–27
How to report unauthorised deductions?
- Visit your nearest SASSA office or SMS your ID number and provider to 34548.
Will there be an October increase?
- Yes, most grants are expected to rise again in October 2025. Last year, the second increase was only R10.
Where to get official updates?
