SASSA Payment Dates 2025: Full Schedule Confirmed
NATIONAL NEWS – The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the official SASSA payment dates for 2025/2026.
The structured payment system remains in place to ensure smooth monthly payouts, reduce long queues, and prevent system overloads.
According to Jobfinders24 News, payments will continue over three consecutive days each month:
- Day 1: Older Persons Grants
- Day 2: Disability Grants
- Day 3: Children’s Grants
This organised process helps beneficiaries plan ahead with ease.
Full SASSA Payment Dates for 2025/2026
Below is the complete payment schedule:
| Month | Older Persons Grant | Disability Grant | Children’s Grant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Note: October payments span four days instead of the usual three.
Why the SASSA Payment Schedule Matters
The SASSA payment dates for 2025 were officially approved by Gloria Maphophe, Senior Manager of Payment Support at SASSA.
This schedule plays a critical role in helping millions of South Africans manage their finances effectively, ensuring that the distribution process remains fair, organised, and safe.
Beneficiaries are encouraged to keep track of these dates and budget accordingly.
