SASSA Grant Amounts 2026/27: Current Monthly Rates
The current grant rates below are shown directly so you do not have to leave this page to understand the amount that applies to each main grant.
Current 2026/27 SASSA grant amounts including Older Persons, Disability, Child Support, Foster Child, Care Dependency, Grant-in-Aid, War Veterans and SRD R370.
Current monthly grant amounts
| Grant | Current amount | Important note |
|---|---|---|
| Older Persons Grant | R2,400 | R2,420 for beneficiaries aged 75+ |
| Disability Grant | R2,400 | Maximum monthly amount |
| Care Dependency Grant | R2,400 | For qualifying care-dependent children |
| War Veterans Grant | R2,420 | Includes the additional payment |
| Foster Child Grant | R1,290 | R1,300 from October 2026 |
| Child Support Grant | R580 | Top-Up: R580 + R290 where the top-up applies |
| Grant-in-Aid | R580 | Paid in addition to a qualifying main grant |
| SRD R370 | R370 | Extended through 31 March 2027 in its current form |
What changed in April 2026
- Older Persons, Disability and Care Dependency increased to R2,400.
- War Veterans increased to R2,420.
- Child Support and Grant-in-Aid increased to R580.
- Foster Child increased to R1,290 in April, with a further increase to R1,300 from October 2026.
- SRD remains R370 for the 2026/27 extension period.
Why your payment can be lower than a listed maximum
Some grants are described as maximum monthly amounts and are subject to the applicable means test or individual circumstances. A published headline amount should not be treated as proof that every beneficiary will receive the same net amount in every case.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the SRD grant in 2026?
R370 per month for successful applicants during the current extension through March 2027.
How much is the old age grant in 2026?
R2,400 per month for beneficiaries aged 60 to 74, and R2,420 for beneficiaries aged 75 or older.
How this page is verified
Amounts, dates, eligibility rules and process details on this page are checked against current South African government, Department of Social Development and SASSA publications. We publish the useful data directly here and review it when official information changes.
Last editorial review: 2026-09-23