Why the October 2025 Schedule Matters
For millions of South Africans, knowing the exact week and day grants pay helps prevent cash-flow shocks, avoid unnecessary queues, and plan essentials. SASSA staggers grants across three working days to reduce congestion and ensure a smoother distribution. For October 2025, the agency confirmed the following sequence: Older Persons on 2 October, Disability on 3 October, and Children’s grants on 6 October. Money remains available after the scheduled day beneficiaries do not need to withdraw immediately. (sanews.gov.za)
October also brings the second, smaller grant adjustment of the 2025/26 fiscal year. In line with the national Budget, SASSA applied a R10 increase to most major grants in the October payment cycle to keep pace partly with inflation. (sanews.gov.za)
Quick Summary (Vertical Table)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| October 2025 pay dates | Older Persons: Thu 2 Oct • Disability: Fri 3 Oct • Children’s grants: Mon 6 Oct. (sanews.gov.za) |
| What changed in Oct 2025 | Most major grants rose by R10 in line with the Budget 2025/26 update. (sanews.gov.za) |
| Core amounts (Oct 2025) | Older Persons R2,320 (75+: R2,340); Disability R2,320; Care Dependency R2,320; War Veterans R2,340; Foster Child R1,250; Child Support R560; Grant-in-Aid R560; SRD R370. (The Citizen) |
| How you’re paid | Bank transfer, SASSA/Postbank card, approved retailers/cash pay points (no need to rush on day 1). (Diamond Fields Advertiser) |
| Official updates | SASSA and SA Government News publish schedules and increases. (sanews.gov.za) |
| Official sites | sassa.gov.za (grants pages, statements) • gov.za (services pages). (sassa.gov.za) |
Confirmed October 2025 Payment Dates
- Older Persons Grant: Thursday, 2 October 2025
- Disability Grant: Friday, 3 October 2025
- Children’s Grants (including Child Support, Foster, Care Dependency): Monday, 6 October 2025
These dates were publicly communicated by government channels ahead of the October run. (sanews.gov.za)
Grant Amounts in October 2025 (Post-Increase)
Below are reference amounts after the R10 adjustment where applicable:
- Older Persons Grant (60–74): R2,320; 75+ years: R2,340
- Disability Grant: R2,320
- Care Dependency Grant: R2,320
- War Veterans Grant: R2,340
- Foster Child Grant: R1,250 (per child)
- Child Support Grant (CSG): R560 (top-up option brings total to R840 where applicable)
- Grant-in-Aid: R560 (paid with the main grant when approved)
- SRD (Social Relief of Distress): R370 (paid in batches after the main grants window)
Amounts and the October increase were summarised by reputable national outlets and align with the government’s official services pages for specific grant values. Always verify your own category on the official portals listed below. (The Citizen)
Eligibility Who Qualifies for Which Grant?
- Older Persons: South African resident aged 60+ who meets means-testing and other conditions.
- Disability: Adults 18–59 with medically confirmed disability who pass the means test.
- Care Dependency: For children requiring permanent care due to severe disability.
- Foster Child: Court-placed foster care cases.
- Child Support: Primary caregivers of eligible children meeting means-test rules.
- War Veterans: Qualifying veterans meeting age/service criteria.
- Grant-in-Aid: For beneficiaries of Older Persons/Disability/War Veterans grants who need a full-time carer (paid together with the main grant).
Eligibility and documentary requirements are detailed on the official SASSA and gov.za service pages. (sassa.gov.za)
How Payments Are Made (and How to Avoid Delays)
- Payment methods: Bank accounts, SASSA/Postbank cards, or approved retailers and cash-out points. Verify your chosen method in advance. (Diamond Fields Advertiser)
- Keep details current: Out-of-date banking or cell number information is a frequent cause of delays. Update through official channels only.
- No need to rush: Funds remain available after the scheduled day, reducing queue pressure and improving safety. (Diamond Fields Advertiser)
- Watch for scams: Use only official websites and published helplines; never share OTPs or personal data with third parties.
Planning Tips for October 2025
- Schedule essentials (food, transport, medication) around the three-day window 2, 3, and 6 October to manage peak times. (sanews.gov.za)
- Confirm your amount if you’re in a category that received the R10 adjustment (Older Persons, Disability, Care Dependency, War Veterans). The change should reflect in October’s payment. (sanews.gov.za)
- Children’s grants: Remember these are paid on Monday, 6 October in this cycle, not on the same days as Older Persons/Disability. (sanews.gov.za)
Official Links for Verifying Your Grant
- SASSA main website (grant pages and media statements): https://www.sassa.gov.za (sassa.gov.za)
- SA Government News (official announcement of R10 October increase and dates): SAnews.gov.za “Social grant payments to increase by R10 in October.” (sanews.gov.za)
- Government Services – specific grant info: e.g., Foster Child Grant and Child Support Grant pages with amounts and criteria. (Government of South Africa)
FAQs
1) What are the October 2025 pay dates?
Older Persons: 2 Oct 2025; Disability: 3 Oct 2025; Children’s grants: 6 Oct 2025. (sanews.gov.za)
2) Which grants increased in October and by how much?
Most major grants increased by R10 for the October cycle: Older Persons (incl. 75+), War Veterans, Disability, and Care Dependency. (sanews.gov.za)
3) What are the amounts for October 2025?
Older Persons R2,320 (75+: R2,340); Disability R2,320; Care Dependency R2,320; War Veterans R2,340; Foster R1,250; CSG R560; Grant-in-Aid R560; SRD R370. (The Citizen)
4) Do I need to collect on the exact day?
No. Funds remain available after the scheduled date; beneficiaries should avoid rushing and use retailers/banks when convenient. (Diamond Fields Advertiser)
5) Where do I check official updates?
Use sassa.gov.za for grant pages and media statements and SAnews.gov.za for government announcements. (sassa.gov.za)
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