The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the Old Age Grant payment date for October 2025, along with other grant payment schedules. Beneficiaries will also receive a small increase in their monthly grants starting this cycle.
SASSA Old Age Grant Increase in October 2025
From October, grant amounts rise by R10, following the announcement made by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana in the 2025/26 Budget Speech. The updated amounts are:
- Old Age Grant: R2 320 (previously R2 310)
- Old Age Grant (75 years and older): R2 340 (previously R2 330)
- War Veterans Grant: R2 340 (previously R2 330)
- Disability Grant: R2 320 (previously R2 310)
- Care Dependency Grant: R2 320 (previously R2 310)
SASSA CEO Themba Matlou confirmed that the agency is ready for the October payment cycle and welcomed the adjustment, saying it provides needed relief to many households.
SASSA Old Age Grant Payment Date – October 2025
The official SASSA Old Age Grant payment date for October 2025 is:
- Thursday, 2 October 2025
Other grants will follow after the Old Age Grant has been processed:
- Disability Grants: Friday, 3 October 2025
- Children’s Grants: Monday, 6 October 2025
SASSA reminded beneficiaries that they do not need to rush on the first day, as funds remain in their accounts until withdrawn. Payments can be accessed through banks, Postbank, retailers, or cash pay points.
Court Ruling on Postbank Agreement
SASSA also welcomed a ruling from the North Gauteng High Court, which struck off Postbank’s urgent application regarding the termination of the Master Services Agreement (MSA).
Judge C. Collis found that the matter lacked urgency, since Postbank was aware of the planned termination since March 2024.
SASSA assured beneficiaries that this change will not affect grant payments.
“All Old Age Grant beneficiaries and others receiving their money through Postbank accounts will continue to be paid,” said CEO Themba Matlou. “Beneficiaries are also free to open an account with any bank of their choice, and we assist them in this process.”