SASSA Means Test Asset and Income Threshold

When applying for a SASSA grant, it is important to understand the means test criteria. The SASSA Means Test is implemented to validate the qualifications of new and existing beneficiaries for monthly grant payments. It evaluates your income and assets to confirm that you do not exceed the specified thresholds set for your SASSA grant type. This test applies to all SASSA social grants, including the SRD R350 grant, ensuring fair distribution to those in need.

SASSA Means Test

SASSA Means Test determines the monthly eligibility of recipients based on income and asset thresholds, evaluating the combined income of spouses. It validates new SASSA applications and checks each beneficiary’s bank balance to influence monthly grant eligibility. If your bank balance exceeds the specified limit, your SASSA status will be declined for that month. The test also monitors changes in circumstances, including particular grant requirements like age limits, disability status, and registration for other social programs such as UIF, SARS, or NSFAS.

Income and Assets Threshold for SASSA Social Grants

From new applications to existing beneficiaries, the SASSA income threshold varies for each grant type. It differs for social grants and Social Relief of Distress (SRD). Review the following criteria to understand how to maintain your income and avoid being your grant declined or rejected.

Older Persons, Disability and War Veterans Grants

Single SASSA old age grant beneficiary assets must not exceed R1,313,400 (as of October 2022), and annual income should be under R92,520.

Married older person beneficiary’s combined assets should be below R2,626,800, and annual income should not exceed R185,040.

Child Support Grant and Foster Child Grants

Single SASSA child support grant parent annual income should not exceed R57,600.

Married beneficiary’s combined annual income should be below R115,200.

No Means Test implementiion on foster child grant parents with valid court order confirming foster care approval status.

Care Dependency Grant

Single-parent of SASSA care dependency grant child, assets should be under R238,800.

Married parents combined assets should not exceed R477,600.

SASSA SRD Grant Means Test

To qualify for the SRD grant your income threshold should be less than R624 in your bank account. Your SASSA balance impact your SRD grant eligibility.

By understanding and meeting these requirements, you can ensure your eligibility for SASSA grants and receive the SASSA support you need every month. Stay informed with SASSA Status Check and maintain your grant eligibility to ensure continued assistance.