The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially published the grants payment timetable for the first months of 2026, offering reassurance to beneficiaries who depend on this monthly financial assistance. The confirmed dates help recipients plan ahead with greater certainty as the new year begins. The schedule covers all major permanent grants, including the Older Persons Grant, Disability Grant, and Children’s Grants. It also provides guidance on the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R370 grant, which follows a different payment process. These timelines allow households to manage daily expenses, plan essential purchases, and reduce unnecessary travel to banks or payment points.
February 2026 Payment Dates
For February 2026, SASSA has confirmed that all permanent social grants will be paid during the first full week of the month. Older Persons Grants will be paid on 6 February 2026, providing timely support at the start of the year.
– Disability Grants will follow on 7 February 2026. Children’s Grants, including the Child Support Grant, Foster Child Grant, Care Dependency Grant, and War Veterans Grant, will be paid on , 8 February 2026.
– These dates form part of SASSA’s staggered payment system, which helps reduce congestion at banks, retail outlets, and pay points. The SRD R370 grant does not have a single fixed payment date and will instead be processed in batches between 24 February and 28 February 2026. Beneficiaries are required to check their individual SRD status to confirm the exact date of payment.
February and March 2026 Payment Dates
The payment structure for the following period will remain largely unchanged. Older Persons Grants are scheduled for Tuesday, 3 March 2026, followed by Disability Grants on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. Children’s Grants will be paid on Thursday, 5 March 2026. With payments made early in the month, families are better positioned to plan for school-related costs, food purchases, and utility payments. SRD R370 payments for February are expected to be processed between 24 February and 2 March 2026, subject to individual verification and approval. Beneficiaries should regularly monitor their SRD status to confirm their payment date within this period.
How to Access Your SASSA Payment
SASSA grants are paid through several channels, including direct bank deposits, the SASSA Gold Card, approved retail partners, and selected pay points. Funds remain available after the official payment date, allowing beneficiaries to withdraw their money at a time that suits them. To prevent delays or interruptions, beneficiaries are encouraged to keep their personal and banking details up to date with SASSA.
