The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has assured of the payment plan and boost of grant payment in October of the year 2025 as a relief measure to the millions of vulnerable people in South Africa. With a recent announcement of a R10 rise in most social grants, the beneficiaries will be able to be guaranteed to receive payment on time with the schedule being official. This article provides the new grant amounts, frequent payment dates, and other critical information to support the recipients to plan their budgets.
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A social grant increment of R10 will take place on October 1, 2025, on most of the categories. There will be an increase in the old-age grant by R2,310 to R2,320 a month. On the same note, old age grant on the seniors aged 75 and older will also rise to R2,340. The amount of war veterans grant will also increase by adding R2,330 to R2,340. Both disability and care-dependency grants will go up to R2,320. Such hikes are among the government efforts to counter the inflation and create a cushion against the increase in the cost of living.
SASSA October 2025 payment Schedule
The different grants will be paid on certain dates to streamline and orderly provide them. The elderly and seniors will get the payment beginning October 2, 2025. Beneficiaries on disability grants should anticipate payment on October 3 with child support and other dependent grants being paid starting in October 6. This Special Relief of Distress (SRD) grant payments, including the R370 monthly grant will be distributed between October 25 and October 30 and will be paid at 9 am to 5 pm daily throughout.
What Beneficiaries Need to know
According to SASSA CEO Themba Matlou, the increment of the grants and time of payment is another confirmation of the government commitment to defend vulnerable communities. The beneficiaries are encouraged to check their mode of payment and to update their banking information. Individuals receiving payment through SASSA will have to pay to points or banks will need to talk to a local payment agent about certain times and arrangements. Any questions or help can be obtained by calling the SASSA toll-free number 0800601011.
How to get Your Grant Money
There is a choice of ways that a beneficiary can get payment. Most people get direct deposits into their bank accounts or withdraw the cash at the ATM or pay points using SASSA cards issued. In regions with inadequate banking services, cash is given out on set dates through SASSA pay points. The recipients should carry acceptable identification and their payment cards to prevent wastage of time.
SASSA Social Grants October 2025 SUMMARY Table
| Grant Type | New Monthly Amount (R) | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|
| Old Age Grant | 2,320 | October 2, 2025 |
| Old Age Grant (75+) | 2,340 | October 2, 2025 |
| Disability Grant | 2,320 | October 3, 2025 |
| War Veterans Grant | 2,340 | October 3, 2025 |
| Child Support Grant | Varies (unchanged) | October 6, 2025 |
| SRD Grant (R370) | 370 | October 25-30, 2025 |
Q1: In October of 2025, how late will the SASSA social grants be paid?
On October 2, the older adults will be paid, on October 3, the disability grants will be paid and on October 6 the child support will be paid. SRD grant lasts between October 25 and 30.
Q2: What is the increase in SASSA grant by October 2025?
In October 2025 most social grants are to be raised by R10, including an old-age grant that will go up to 2320.
Q3: Are the beneficiaries able to contact SASSA in case they are facing payment problems?
Yes, the beneficiaries may use the toll-free number at SASSA at 0800 60 10 11 to seek help or make payment inquiries.